Evaluating the Cardioprotective Efficacy of Diosmin against
LPS-Induced Cardiac Dysfunction: In Silico Docking and Experimental
Investigations
Bangbin Yan1 and Qingke Wu2*
1Nanchong
Key Laboratory of Disease Prevention, Control and Detection in
Livestock and Poultry, Nanchong Vocational and Technical College,
Nanchong, No. 94 Xiaolong Hongfa Road, Gaoping District, Nanchong
City, Sichuan Province, 637131, China.2Anser Science
Joint Laboratory Platform, Jinan City,250000, China
*Corresponding author:
wugk2010@sina.com
Abstract
Sepsis presents a significant global health threat, characterized by systemic
inflammatory responses and cardiac sepsis infections, often triggered by
gram-negative bacteria, resulting in severe inflammatory reactions, multiorgan
failure, and high mortality rates. Diosmin, known for its phlebotonic properties
enhancing vein health, possesses notable anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, and
anti-mutagenic attributes. This study examines Diosmin's cardioprotective
potential in Lipopolysaccharide (LPS)-induced cardiac dysfunction using both in-
silico docking and experimental approaches. In-silico docking studies revealed
Diosmin's interactions with target proteins, demonstrating higher docking scores
and unique interactions compared to Imatinib, suggesting its potential to
mitigate Imatinib effects. Experimental protocols employed albino Wistar rats
(weighing 180-200g, with n=5-6 per group), wherein cardiac dysfunction was
induced by administering LPS (10mg/kg i.p) commencing on the 14th day of the
study. Diosmin (50 and 100 mg/kg, p.o.) and Imatinib mesylate (30mg/kg, p.o.)
were administered as pretreatment for two weeks. Furthermore, Diosmin exhibited
comparable interactions with Montelukast, highlighting its versatile therapeutic
potential. Throughout the study, Diosmin significantly attenuated the aberrant
metabolic alterations in LPS-treated rats. Treatment showed notable benefits in
alleviating LPS-induced cardiac dysfunction, as evidenced by hemodynamic
studies, biochemical assays, tissue estimations, and histopathological
examinations, revealing dose-dependent improvements in cardiac biomarkers and
functional parameters. However, experimental validation remains crucial despite
promising in-silico predictions. In conclusion, Diosmin shows promise in
ameliorating LPS-induced cardiac dysfunction due to its anti-inflammatory and
antioxidant properties. Synergistic effects with Imatinib and in-silico findings
underscore Diosmin's potential, urging rigorous experimental validation for
addressing sepsis-related cardiac complications.
To Cite This Article:
Yan B and Wu Q, 2024. Evaluating the cardioprotective efficacy of diosmin
against lps-induced cardiac dysfunction: in silico docking and experimental
investigations. Pak Vet J. http://dx.doi.org/10.29261/pakvetj/2024.288