Roots Of Eurycoma Longifolia Research Articles

In vivoeffects ofEurycoma longifoliaJack (Tongkat Ali) extract on reproductive functions in the rat

An aqueous extract of Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali; TA) roots is traditionally used to enhance male sexuality. Because previous studies are limited to only few sperm parameters or testosterone concentration, this study investigated the in vivo effects of TA on body and organ weight as well as functional sperm parameters in terms of safety and efficacy in the management of male infertility. Forty-two male rats were divided into a control, low-dose (200mgkg(-1) BW) and high-dose (800mgkg(-1) BW) group (n=14). Rats were force-fed for 14days and then sacrificed. Total body and organ weights of the prostate, testes, epididymides, gastrocnemius muscle and the omentum were recorded. Moreover, testosterone concentration, sperm concentration, motility, velocity, vitality, acrosome reaction and mitochondrial membrane potential (MMP) were assessed. Whilst TA decreased BW by 5.7% (P=0.0276) and omentum fat by 31.9% (P=0.0496), no changes in organ weights were found for the prostate, testes and epididymides. Testosterone concentration increased by 30.2% (P=0.0544). Muscle weight also increased, yet not significantly. Whilst sperm concentration, total and progressive motility and vitality increased significantly, MMP improved markedly (P=0.0765) by 25.1%. Because no detrimental effect could be observed, TA appears safe for possible treatment of male infertility and ageing male problems.

Effect of Extraction Process Parameters on the Yield of Bioactive Compounds from the Roots of Eurycoma Longifolia

Kesan-kesan parameter proses pengekstrakan iaitu masa pengekstrakan (15-45 min), suhu (40-110oC), saiz partikel (akar Tongkat Ali dalam bentuk serpihan dan serbuk), kelajuan putaran (200-400 rpm) dan nisbah pelarut kepada pepejal (10:1, 20:1 and 30:1) ke atas hasil pengekstrakan daripada Eurycoma longifolia telah diselidik yang memfokus kepada eurycomanone, asid benzoik dan asid galik sebagai produk. Kepekatan komponen-komponen bioaktif tersebut diukur dengan menggunakan pemisahan sebatian cecair berprestasi tinggi (HPLC). Keputusan menunjukkan bahawa hasil pengekstrakan meningkat apabila saiz partikel semakin berkurang dan suhu, nisbah pelarut kepada pepejal dan kelajuan putaran semakin meningkat. Suhu pengekstrakan yang optimum untuk memaksimumkan hasil eurycomanone, asid benzoic dan asid galik adalah pada 100oC, 50oC and 80oC. Hasil maksimum pengekstrakan adalah apabila proses pengekstrakan dijalankan selama 45 minit, dengan nisbah pelarut kepada pepejal ialah 20 to 1, kelajuan putaran pada 400 rpm dan saiz partikel yang kecil digunakan (akar Tongkat Ali dalam bentuk serbuk). Keputusan yang didapati memberikan informasi yang berguna bagi memastikan proses tersebut adalah boleh dilaksanakan dari segi ekonomi dan terutamanya apabila pencarian komponen-komponen bioaktif yang lain masih diteruskan. Kata kunci: Eurycoma longifolia; pengekstrakan; eurycomanone; asid benzoik; asid galik; HPLC The effects of extraction process parameters, i.e., extraction time (15-45 min), temperature (40-110oC), particle size (Tongkat Ali roots in chip and powder form), agitation speed (200-400 rpm) and solvent to solid ratio (10:1, 20:1 and 30:1) on the extraction yields from Eurycoma longifolia were investigated, focusing on eurycomanone, benzoic acid and gallic acid as the product of interests. The concentrations of these bioactive compounds were measured using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). The results obtained showed that the extraction yields increased with reduced particle size and increased of temperature, solvent to solid ratio and agitation speed. The optimum extraction temperature for maximizing yields of eurycomanone, benzoic acid and gallic acid were 100oC, 50oC and 80oC respectively. The highest yields were obtained when the process was run at 45 minutes, with a solvent to solid ratio of 20 to 1, agitation speed of 400 rpm and a smaller particle size (Tongkat Ali roots in powder form) was used. The results provided useful insights for making the process economically feasible and in particular, when the search of other bioactive components is to be continued. Keywords: Eurycoma longifolia; extraction; eurycomanone; benzoic acid; gallic acid; HPLC

The Eurycoma Longifolia Freeze-Dried Water Extract-Physta Does not Change Normal Ratios of Testosterone to Epitestosterone in Healthy Males

Eurycoma longifolia is traditionally known for its adaptogenic properties and often used for the general well-being and increased performance in daily life. Methods: In a randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial, 40 Malaysian men aged 30-55 years performed a battery of physical testings during which the ratio of Testosterone (T) to Epitestosterone (E) was analyzed. The daily intake was 300 mg of the freeze-dried water extract of Eurycoma longifolia root (Physta®, Biotropics Malaysia) or placebo for a period of 12 weeks. Results: At the end of the study the T/E-ratio in the herbal group ranged from 0.03 to 2.95 and was not significantly different from values at baseline (p=0.49). Further, the ratio-values for E. longifolia compared to placebo did not change over time. The weight lifting force which measures muscular strength using back & leg strength test, increased significantly from baseline to end of the study in the herbal group by approximately 14 kg (p=0.0166). Conclusion: The ratios of testosterone to epitestosterone did not change during a 12-weeks E. longifolia intake. The data suggest that this herb does not exhibit “doping”- like effects. Instead, muscular strength improved significantly in the back and leg with E. longifolia supplementation rendering this herb good for physical performance minus the doping effects.

Effect of Extraction Process Parameters on the Yield of Bioactive Compounds from the Roots of Eurycoma Longifolia

Effect of Extraction Process Parameters on the Yield of Bioactive Compounds from the Roots of Eurycoma Longifolia

Real Time Anti-Toxoplasma gondii Activity of an Active Fraction of Eurycoma longifolia Root Studied by in Situ Scanning and Transmission Electron Microscopy

The inhibitory effect of active fractions of Eurycomalongifolia (E. longifolia)root, namely TAF355 and TAF401, were evaluated against Toxoplasma gondii (T. gondii). In our previous study, we demonstrated that T. gondii was susceptible to TAF355 and TAF401 with IC50 values of 1.125 µg/mL and 1.375 µg/mL, respectively. Transmission (TEM) and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) observations were used to study the in situ antiparasitic activity at the IC50 value. Clindamycin was used as positive control. SEM examination revealed cell wall alterations with formation of invaginations followed by completely collapsed cells compared to the normal T. gondii cells in response to the fractions. The main abnormality noted via TEM study was decreased cytoplasmic volume, leaving a state of structural disorganization within the cell cytoplasm and destruction of its organelles as early as 12 h of treatment, which indicated of rapid antiparasitic activity of the E. longifolia fractions. The significant antiparasitic activity shown by the TAF355 and TAF401 active fractions of E. longifolia suggests their potential as new anti-T. gondii agent candidates.

In vitro Anti-Toxoplasma gondii Activity of Root Extract/Fractions of Eurycoma longifolia Jack

BackgroundToxoplasma gondii infection causes toxoplasmosis, an infectious disease with worldwide prevalence. The limited efficiency of drugs against this infection, their side effects and the potential appearance of resistant strains make the search of novel drugs an essential need. We examined Eurycoma longifolia root extract and fractions as potential sources of new compounds with high activity and low toxicity. The main goal of this study was to investigate the anti-T. gondii activity of crude extract (TACME) and four fractions (TAF 273, TAF 355, TAF 191 and TAF 401) from E. longifolia, with clindamycin as the positive control.MethodsIn vitro toxoplasmacidal evaluation was performed using Vero cells as host for T. gondii. Light microscopy technique was used to study in situ antiparasitic activity.ResultsSignificant anti-T. gondii activity was observed with clindamycin (EC50 = 0.016 μg/ml), follow by TAF 355 (EC50 = 0.369 μg/ml) and TAF 401 (EC50 = 0.882 μg/ml). Light microscopy revealed that most Vero cells were infected after 3 h of exposure to T. gondii. After 36 h of exposure to the E. longifolia fraction, the host Vero cells showed no visible intracellular parasite and no remarkable morphological changes.ConclusionsOur study demonstrated that TAF 355 and TAF401 fractions may be the sources of new anti-T. gondii compounds.

The ameliorative effects of Eurycoma longifolia Jack on testosterone-induced reproductive disorders in female rats

The objective of this research was to study the ameliorative effects of a standardized quassinoid-rich extract (TAF 273) of Eurycoma longifolia root on some reproductive disorders in female rats. An irregular estrous cycle and ovarian cystic follicles were induced in 21-day-old females by the daily administration of testosterone (10 mg/kg, sc) for three weeks. The hormone-treated rats exhibited persistent diestrous as well as ovaries containing cystic follicles. Upon treatment with TAF 273, fewer animals showed irregular estrous cycles and there was less follicular morphological damage. The reversal effect may be derived from the anti-estrogenic properties of the plant quassinoids.

Plant proteins, minerals and trace elements of Eurycoma longifolia (Tongkat Ali)

A water extraction method has been used to extract plant proteins from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia harvested from Perak and Pahang, Malaysia. On the basis of the spectroscopic Bradford assay, Tongkat Ali Perak and Pahang contained 0.3868 and 0.9573 mg mL−1 of crude protein, respectively. The crude proteins were separated by one dimensional 15% sodium dodecyl sulphate polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis into two (49.8 and 5.5 kD) and four (49.8, 24.7, 21.1 and 5.5 kD) protein spots for Tongkat Ali Perak and Pahang, respectively. Isoleucine was present in the highest concentration significantly. Both plant samples showed differences in the mineral and trace element profiles, but the minerals calcium, magnesium and potassium were present in the highest concentration. The highly concerned toxic metals such as arsenic and lead were not detected.

Influence of Eurycoma longifolia on the copulatory activity of sexually sluggish and impotent male rats

Aim of the study The root of Eurycoma longifolia Jack, native to South East Asia, has long been used as a male aphrodisiac remedy to treat sexual disorders. In the study we evaluated the influence of Eurycoma longifolia Jack on sexual behavior (including both motivation and copulatory performance) of sexually sluggish and impotent male rats. Materials and methods The root powder of the plant was orally administered to adult Sprague–Dawley male rats, classified as sexually sluggish or impotent taking in account their behavior in pre-experimental tests. Groups of 8 animals each were submitted to three different types of treatment: (1) acute at 3 dose levels (250, 500 and 1000 mg/kg); (2) subacute (daily for 6 days) at the dose of 500 mg/kg and (3) subchronic (daily for 12 days) at the same dose (500 mg/kg). Mount, intromission and ejaculation latencies and post-ejaculatory interval were recorded during the mating test in order to evaluate sexual performance. In addition the partner preference test was used to assess sexual motivation. Testosterone serum levels were measured in subacutely treated rats and compared with the values of controls receiving vehicle. Results Concerning the copulatory activity of sexually sluggish rats, both acute (dosed at 500 and 1000 mg/kg) and subacute treatments with the root powder significantly reduced ejaculation latencies, increasing also the percentage of mounting and ejaculating animals; in addition the subacute administration reduced post-ejaculatory interval. In impotent rats both subacute and subchronic treatments increased the percentage of mounting and ejaculating rats. The motivational behavior of sluggish rats during the partner preference test was not affected by the treatments. Testosterone serum levels were increased in rats subacutely treated in comparison with controls. Conclusion Eurycoma longifolia root improved sexual performance but not motivation in sluggish rats after acute or subacute administration. The effect could be mainly ascribed to increased testosterone levels.

4,5,7,8,17-Penta-hydr-oxy-14,18-dimethyl-6-methyl-ene-3,10-dioxapenta-cyclo-[9.8.0.0.0.0]nona-dec-14-ene-9,16-dione methanol solvate dihydrate.

The title quassinoid compound, C20H24O9·CH3OH·2H2O, is a natural eurycomanone isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia. The mol­ecules contain a fused five-ring system, with one tetra­hydro­furan ring adopting an envelope conformation, one tetra­hydro­pyran-2-one ring in a screw boat conformation, one cyclo­hexenone ring in a half-chair conformation and two cyclo­hexane rings in chair conformations. Intra­molecular C—H⋯O inter­actions generate S(5) ring motifs and an O—H⋯O inter­action generates an S(7) ring motif. In the crystal, mol­ecules are linked via inter­molecular O—H⋯O inter­actions along the b axis and further stacked along a axis. The absolute configuration of the title compound was inferred from previously solved structures of its analogues.

423. Effects of Eurycoma longifolia Jack on spermatogenesis and sperm counts of male rats treated with oestradiol

Eurycoma longifolia has been known for its aphrodisiac effects in male. Our previous study showed that with the dosage of 8 mg/kg bodyweight (BW) Eurycoma longifolia root extract increased plasma total testosterone levels in male rats when given for 14 days. Oestrogen is a potent inhibitor for testosterone production and spermatogenesis. The aim of the present study is to determine the effects of Eurycoma longifolia (8 mg/kg BW) on the spermatogenic cell count and sperm count of testosterone-suppressed male rats. Adult male Sprague-Dawley healthy male rats weighed 200–250 g were treated with, either control vehicle (no active ingredients given), oestradiol (500 mg/kg BW), Eurycoma longifolia (8 mg/kg BW) or combination of Eurycoma longifolia and oestradiol for fourteen consecutive days. Results showed that sperm count and spermatogenic cell count were increased in Eurycoma longifolia treated group compared with control group (P < 0.05) and to oestradiol treated group (P < 0.05). While in oestradiol treated group, sperm count and spermatogenic cell count were reduced significantly (P < 0.05) compared with control group. Combination of Eurycoma longifolia and oestradiol did not affect sperm count and spermatogenic cell count when compared with control group but they were significantly increased compared with oestradiol treated group (P < 0.05). Thus, the study has shown that Eurycoma longifolia is potentially capable to suppress harmful effects of oestradiol on spermatogenesis and sperm counts in healthy male rats when given for fourteen consecutive days.

The influence of Pasak Bumi (Eurycoma longifolia Jack.) root infusa to male white mouse libido

Pasak Bumi ( Eurycoma Longifolia Jack.) is one of forest plant which have been used as aphrodisiac for many generation by the people in hinterland Kalimantan. The study was aimed to gain information of influence of pasak bumi root infusa to male white mouse libido. The research was pure experimental applying completely randomized design. Sixteen male white mice was divided into 2 groups which first group (negative control) was treated with aquadest by oral and the second group treated with pasak bumi roots infusa which its dosage 100 mg / 100 g body weight of male white mice by oral once a day for 21 days. .Data of introduction, climbing, and coitus analysed with one way ANOVA and General Linear Measure model with 95% confidence level. The result indicated that usage period of pasak bumi root infusa (Eurycoma Longifolia Jack.) improving male white mice Iibido, which was showed by the increament amount of introduction and climbing of male white mice to female white mice. Key words: Eurycoma longifolia roots, libido, introduction, climbing, coitus

Cytotoxic and Antimalarial Constituents from the Roots of Eurycoma longifolia.

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Eurycomaoside: A New Quassinoid‐Type Glycoside from the Roots of Eurycoma longifolia.

A new C(19)-quassinoid-type glycoside has been isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia. The structure elucidation of the compound was achieved by a combination of one- and two-dimensional NMR techniques, including (1)H-(1)H-correlation spectroscopy (COSY), (1)H-(13)C-heteronuclear correlation spectroscopy (HMQC), and (1)H-(13)C-heteronuclear multiple-bond correlation spectroscopy (HMBC), as well as high resolution electrospray ionization Fourier transformation mass spectrometry (HR-ESI-FT-MS) data. The C(1)-glycosidation site in the quassinoid framework is encountered for the first time.

Cytotoxic and antimalarial constituents from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia

Sixty-five compounds were isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia and characterized by comprehensive analyses of their 1D and 2D NMR, and mass spectral data. Among these isolates, four quassinoid diterpenoids were reported from natural sources for the first time, namely eurycomalide A ( 1), eurycomalide B ( 2), 13β, 21-dihydroxyeurycomanol ( 3), and 5α, 14β, 15β-trihydroxyklaineanone ( 4). Screening of cytotoxicity, anti-HIV and antimalarial activity of these isolated compounds was also furnished by in vitro assays. Compounds 12, 13, 17, 18, 36, 38, 59, and 62 demonstrated strong cytotoxicity toward human lung cancer (A-549) cell lines, however, 12, 13, 17, 38, 57, 58, and 59 exhibited strong cytoxicity toward human breast cancer (MCF-7) cell lines. Compounds 57 and 58 displayed potent antimalarial activity against the resistant Plasmodium falciparum. The thorough studies on the stereochemistry of the different quassinoid diterpenoids provide a clear reference to the scientists who are interested on this field.

Cytotoxic and Antimalarial β-Carboline Alkaloids from the Roots of Eurycoma longifolia

Three new [n-pentyl beta-carboline-1-propionate (1), 5-hydroxymethyl-9-methoxycanthin-6-one (2), and 1-hydroxy-9-methoxycanthin-6-one (3)] and 19 known beta-carboline alkaloids were isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia. The new structures were determined by comprehensive analyses of their 1D and 2D NMR and mass spectral data and by chemical transformation. These compounds were screened for in vitro cytotoxic and antimalarial activities, and 9-methoxycanthin-6-one (4) and canthin-6-one (5) demonstrated significant cytotoxicity against human lung cancer (A-549) and human breast cancer (MCF-7) cell lines.

Eurycomaoside: a new quassinoid-type glycoside from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia.

A new C(19)-quassinoid-type glycoside has been isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia. The structure elucidation of the compound was achieved by a combination of one- and two-dimensional NMR techniques, including (1)H-(1)H-correlation spectroscopy (COSY), (1)H-(13)C-heteronuclear correlation spectroscopy (HMQC), and (1)H-(13)C-heteronuclear multiple-bond correlation spectroscopy (HMBC), as well as high resolution electrospray ionization Fourier transformation mass spectrometry (HR-ESI-FT-MS) data. The C(1)-glycosidation site in the quassinoid framework is encountered for the first time.

6α-Hydroxyeurycomalactone, a quassinoid from Eurycoma longifolia

The structure of 6α-hydroxyeurycomalactone, a new C 19 quassinoid, isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia has been established from spectral and by single crystal X-ray analysis; eurycomalactone was also isolated. The cytotoxic activity of some quassinoids from this plant is not mediated through DNA cleaving properties.

Cytotoxic and Antimalarial Constituents of the Roots of Eurycoma longifolia

By bioactivity-directed fractionation, five cytotoxic constituents have been characterized from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia collected in Kalimantan, Indonesia. Four canthin-6-one alkaloids, namely, 9-methoxycanthin-6-one, 9-methoxycanthin-6-one-N-oxide, 9-hydroxycanthin-6-one, and 9-hydroxycanthin-6-one-N-oxide, and one quassinoid, eurycomanone, were found to be cytotoxic principles. Each of these compounds was evaluated against a panel of cell lines comprising a number of human cancer cell types [breast, colon, fibrosarcoma, lung, melanoma, KB, and KB-V1 (a multi-drug resistant cell line derived from KB)] and murine lymphocytic leukemia (P-388). The canthin-6-ones 1-4 were found to be active with all cell lines tested except for the KB-V1 cell line. Eurycomanone was inactive against murine lymphocytic leukemia (P-388) but was significantly active against the human cell lines tested. Two additional isolates, the beta-carboline alkaloids beta-carboline-1-propionic acid and 7-methoxy-beta-carboline-1-propionic acid, were not significantly active with these cultured cells. However, compounds 5 and 7 were found to demonstrate significant antimalarial activity as judged by studies conducted with cultured Plasmodium falciparum strains. The structures of the novel compounds 2-4 and 7 were established by spectral and chemical methods.

13β,18-dihydroeurycomanol, a quassinoid from Eurycoma longifolia

A new quassinoid, 13β,18-dihydroeurycomanol, and 14,15p-dihydroxyklaineanone have been isolated from the roots of Eurycoma longifolia. On the basis of NOE and 1H 1H COSY measurements, the previous 1H NMR assignment for the C-4 and C-10 methyl groups of eurycomanol-2- O-β- d-glycopyranoside and eurycomanol are reversed.