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| Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) is an enzyme that plays a critical role in the conversion of arachidonic acid to prostaglandins, which are lipid compounds involved in various physiological processes, including inflammation, pain, and fever. COX-2 is an inducible enzyme, meaning its expression is typically low in normal tissues but can be upregulated in response to inflammatory stimuli, growth factors, and certain oncogenic signals. -Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2), the rate-limiting enzyme in prostaglandin biosynthesis, plays a key role in inflammation and circulatory homeostasis. -COX-2 is an inducible enzyme that is upregulated in response to pro-inflammatory signals, including cytokines (e.g., IL-1β, TNF-α) and growth factors. COX-2 is often overexpressed in various tumors, including colorectal, breast, lung, and prostate cancers. The prostaglandins produced by COX-2, particularly prostaglandin E2 (PGE2), have several effects that can facilitate cancer progression: Cell Proliferation: PGE2 can promote the proliferation of cancer cells by activating signaling pathways such as the PI3K/Akt and MAPK pathways. Nonselective NSAIDs, such as aspirin and ibuprofen, inhibit both COX-1 and COX-2. Epidemiological studies have suggested that regular use of NSAIDs may reduce the risk of certain cancers, particularly colorectal cancer. Drugs specifically targeting COX-2, such as celecoxib, have been developed. COX-2 and xanthine oxidase are ROS-producing pro-oxidant enzymes that contribute to inflammation. Elevated COX‑2 levels, often found in inflammatory conditions or certain types of cancers, can contribute to increased production of ROS. |
| 3261- | Lyco, | Lycopene and Vascular Health |
| - | Review, | Stroke, | NA |
| 3275- | Lyco, | Multifaceted Effects of Lycopene: A Boulevard to the Multitarget-Based Treatment for Cancer |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 3277- | Lyco, | Recent trends and advances in the epidemiology, synergism, and delivery system of lycopene as an anti-cancer agent |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 3278- | Lyco, | Anti-inflammatory effect of lycopene in SW480 human colorectal cancer cells |
| - | in-vitro, | Colon, | SW480 |
| - | in-vivo, | BPH, | NA |
| 4777- | Lyco, | Lycopene Inhibits Activation of Epidermal Growth Factor Receptor and Expression of Cyclooxygenase-2 in Gastric Cancer Cells |
| - | in-vitro, | GC, | AGS |
| 4781- | Lyco, | 5-FU, | Chemo, | Cisplatin, | Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory activities of lycopene against 5-fluorouracil-induced cytotoxicity in Caco2 cells |
| - | in-vitro, | Colon, | Caco-2 |
| 4782- | Lyco, | New Insights into Molecular Mechanism behind Anti-Cancer Activities of Lycopene |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 4801- | Lyco, | Lycopene in the Prevention of Cardiovascular Diseases |
| - | Review, | CardioV, | NA |
| 4792- | Lyco, | A Comprehensive Review on the Molecular Mechanism of Lycopene in Cancer Therapy |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 1708- | Lyco, | The Anti-Cancer Activity of Lycopene: A Systematic Review of Human and Animal Studies |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 1089- | MAG, | Magnolol potently suppressed lipopolysaccharide-induced iNOS and COX-2 expression via downregulating MAPK and NF-κB signaling pathways |
| - | in-vitro, | AML, | RAW264.7 |
| 5252- | MAG, | Insights on the Multifunctional Activities of Magnolol |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 9284- | Maqui, | Antioxidant and anti-inflammatory effects of extracts from Maqui berry Aristotelia chilensis in human colon cancer cells |
| - | in-vitro, | CRC, | HT-29 | - | in-vitro, | Colon, | Caco-2 |
| 8654- | MBZ, | SUL, | Mebendazole and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory combine to reduce tumor initiation in a colon cancer preclinical model |
| - | in-vivo, | Colon, | HT-29 | - | in-vitro, | Colon, | SW48 |
| 2375- | MET, | Metformin inhibits gastric cancer via the inhibition of HIF1α/PKM2 signaling |
| - | in-vitro, | GC, | SGC-7901 |
| 9292- | MF, | Pulsed Electromagnetic Field Modulates Tendon Cells Response in IL-1β-Conditioned Environment |
| - | in-vivo, | Nor, | NA |
| 9293- | MF, | Immune-Modulating Perspectives for Low Frequency Electromagnetic Fields in Innate Immunity |
| - | Review, | Nor, | NA |
| 3474- | MF, | Pulsed electromagnetic fields potentiate the paracrine function of mesenchymal stem cells for cartilage regeneration |
| - | in-vitro, | Nor, | NA |
| 538- | MF, | The extremely low frequency electromagnetic stimulation selective for cancer cells elicits growth arrest through a metabolic shift |
| - | in-vitro, | BC, | MDA-MB-231 | - | in-vitro, | Melanoma, | MSTO-211H |
| 2311- | MFrot, | MF, | Magnetic fields as a potential therapy for diabetic wounds based on animal experiments and clinical trials |
| - | in-vivo, | Nor, | HaCaT |
| 1782- | MLT, | Melatonin in Cancer Treatment: Current Knowledge and Future Opportunities |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 8688- | MLT, | Melatonin induces apoptosis and cell cycle arrest in cervical cancer cells via inhibition of NF-κB pathway |
| - | in-vitro, | Cerv, | HeLa | - | in-vitro, | Cerv, | SiHa |
| 8687- | MLT, | Melatonin induces cell cycle arrest and suppresses tumor invasion in urinary bladder urothelial carcinoma |
| - | in-vitro, | CRC, | T24/HTB-9 | - | in-vitro, | Bladder, | UMUC3 |
| 8675- | MLT, | Melatonin combined with antineoplastic drugs or natural products for cancer treatment: An update |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 8619- | MO, | doxoR, | Melissa officinalis Protects against Doxorubicin-Induced Cardiotoxicity in Rats and Potentiates Its Anticancer Activity on MCF-7 Cells |
| - | vitro+vivo, | BC, | MCF7 |
| 8613- | MO, | Unraveling the Effects of Melissa officinalis L. on Cognition and Sleep Quality: A Narrative Review |
| - | Review, | AD, | NA |
| 8909- | MO, | Effect of Moringa oleifera on inflammatory diseases: an umbrella review of 26 systematic reviews |
| - | Review, | Nor, | NA |
| 8905- | MOR, | Molecular chemoprevention by morin – A plant flavonoid that targets nuclear factor kappa B in experimental colon cancer |
| - | in-vivo, | CRC, | NA |
| 8875- | MOR, | Neuroprotective Effect of Morin Against Chemical-Induced Neurotoxicities and Neurodegenerative Disease Models |
| - | Review, | AD, | NA |
| - | in-vitro, | Cerv, | HeLa | - | in-vitro, | Nor, | H4 | - | in-vitro, | Lung, | A549 |
| 3847- | MSM, | Methylsulfonylmethane: Applications and Safety of a Novel Dietary Supplement |
| - | Review, | Arthritis, | NA |
| 8944- | MushCha, | Inonotus obliquus-derived polysaccharide inhibits the migration and invasion of human non-small cell lung carcinoma cells via suppression of MMP-2 and MMP-9 |
| - | in-vitro, | Lung, | A549 |
| 8964- | mushLions, | Lion’s Mane Mushroom (Hericium erinaceus): A Neuroprotective Fungus with Antioxidant, Anti-Inflammatory, and Antimicrobial Potential—A Narrative Review |
| - | Review, | Nor, | NA | - | Review, | AD, | NA |
| 8967- | mushLions, | Recent developments in mushrooms as anti-cancer therapeutics: a review |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 3807- | mushLions, | Searching for a Longevity Food, We Bump into Hericium erinaceus Primordium Rich in Ergothioneine: The “Longevity Vitamin” Improves Locomotor Performances during Aging |
| - | in-vivo, | Park, | NA |
| 1141- | Myr, | Myricetin: targeting signaling networks in cancer and its implication in chemotherapy |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 1803- | NarG, | Naringin and naringenin as anticancer agents and adjuvants in cancer combination therapy: Efficacy and molecular mechanisms of action, a comprehensive narrative review |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 1807- | NarG, | A Systematic Review of the Preventive and Therapeutic Effects of Naringin Against Human Malignancies |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 6775- | Neem, | Nimb, | Therapeutics Role of Azadirachta indica (Neem) and Their Active Constituents in Diseases Prevention and Treatment |
| - | Review, | Nor, | NA |
| 6492- | Nimb, | Review on Molecular and Chemopreventive Potential of Nimbolide in Cancer |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 4626- | OLE, | A Comprehensive Review on the Anti-Cancer Effects of Oleuropein |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 4631- | OLE, | Evidence to Support the Anti-Cancer Effect of Olive Leaf Extract and Future Directions |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 4646- | OLEC, | Oleocanthal as a Multifunctional Anti-Cancer Agent: Mechanistic Insights, Advanced Delivery Strategies, and Synergies for Precision Oncology |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 4647- | OLEC, | Oleocanthal, an Antioxidant Phenolic Compound in Extra Virgin Olive Oil (EVOO): A Comprehensive Systematic Review of Its Potential in Inflammation and Cancer |
| - | Review, | Var, | NA |
| 8436- | OM, | Origanum majorana L. protects against neuroinflammation-mediated cognitive impairment: a phyto-pharmacological study |
| - | in-vivo, | AD, | NA |
| 8451- | Oreg, | A multi-parameter evaluation of the neuroprotective and cognitive-enhancing effects of Origanum onites L. (Turkish Oregano) essential oil on scopolamine-induced amnestic rats |
| - | in-vivo, | AD, | NA |
| 9054- | PatchO, | Patchouli Alcohol: a Natural Sesquiterpene Against Both Inflammation and Intestinal Barrier Damage of Ulcerative Colitis |
| - | in-vivo, | Col, | NA |
| 3250- | PBG, | Allergic Inflammation: Effect of Propolis and Its Flavonoids |
| - | Review, | Nor, | NA |
| 3259- | PBG, | Propolis and its therapeutic effects on renal diseases: A review |
| - | Review, | Nor, | NA |
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