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Tizanidine exerts anti-nociceptive effects in spared nerve injury model of neuropathic pain through inhibition of TLR4/NF-κB pathway.

Author: LiLi, PeiWanmin, WangWenting, WeiLai, ZhaoYuan, ZouYi

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Overview

This study investigated the anti-nociceptive effects of tizanidine, an α2-adrenoceptor agonist, in a spared nerve injury (SNI) model of neuropathic pain in rats. Tizanidine was found to attenuate mechanical and thermal hyperalgesia, suppress production of proinflammatory cytokines, and inhibit the activation of the TLR4/NF-κB signaling pathway. These findings suggest that tizanidine exerts anti-nociceptive effects by inhibiting the production of proinflammatory cytokines through suppression of the TLR4/NF-κB p65 signaling pathway.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Recently, α2-adrenoceptors (α2-AR) agonists have been shown to have anti-nociceptive effects and thus may become a promising therapeutic strategy for neuropathic pain. tizanidine is a highly selective α2-AR agonist, but the effect mechanism of tizanidine in neuropathic pain remains largely unknown. ...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6202089/

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Tizanidine's Anti-Nociceptive Effects in Neuropathic Pain: A TLR4/NF-κB Pathway Investigation

This research investigates the therapeutic potential of tizanidine, an α2-adrenoceptor agonist, for treating neuropathic pain. The study utilizes a spared nerve injury (SNI) model in rats to explore the anti-nociceptive effects of tizanidine and identify the underlying molecular mechanism. The findings suggest that tizanidine exerts its anti-nociceptive effects by inhibiting the TLR4/NF-κB pathway, a crucial signaling cascade involved in inflammation and pain perception.

Tizanidine's Promise: Targeting the TLR4/NF-κB Pathway

The research unveils the anti-nociceptive properties of tizanidine, particularly in the context of neuropathic pain. The study demonstrates that tizanidine effectively alleviates pain in the SNI model by inhibiting the TLR4/NF-κB pathway, a key regulator of inflammation and pain signaling. This finding suggests that tizanidine could be a promising therapeutic agent for managing neuropathic pain.

New Avenues for Neuropathic Pain Management

This study presents a compelling case for exploring tizanidine as a therapeutic option for neuropathic pain. The research suggests that tizanidine's anti-nociceptive effects, mediated through the inhibition of the TLR4/NF-κB pathway, could provide a novel approach to managing this debilitating condition. The study calls for further research to validate the efficacy and safety of tizanidine in treating neuropathic pain in human patients.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

As a seasoned researcher, I've witnessed the relentless pursuit of effective treatments for chronic pain. This study offers a glimmer of hope for those suffering from neuropathic pain, suggesting that tizanidine, an α2-adrenoceptor agonist, could provide a novel therapeutic approach. The research opens a new avenue for pain management, urging us to explore the potential of targeting the TLR4/NF-κB pathway to alleviate the suffering of patients with neuropathic pain.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-02-19
  2. Date Revised 2019-03-20
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

30221670

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC6202089

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