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Therapeutic Efficacy of Chrysoeriol on Doxorubicin-induced Liver Damage by Improving Biochemical and Histological Profile in Rats

Muhammad Umar Ijaz*, Tahreem Fatima, Moazama Batool, Rabia Azmat, Ambreen Sadaf, Namra Ghafoor, Mehrab Khalil

Department of Zoology, Wildlife and Fisheries, University of Agriculture, Faisalabad, Pakistan

Abstract: Doxorubicin (DOX) is a commonly prescribed, potent anti-cancer drug, however, its clinical administration is restricted due to its serious organotoxic potential especially hepatotoxicity. Chrysoeriol (CSR) is a natural flavonoid, which exhibits putative antioxidant and free-radical scavenging activities. This research was planned to assess the hepatoprotective potential of CSR against DOX-prompted hepatic damage in male albino rats. 48 rats were segregated into four group viz. Control, DOX-treated group (3 mgkg⁻¹), DOX + CSR-treated group (3 mgkg-1 + 20 mgkg⁻¹) and CSR-treated group (20 mgkg⁻¹). DOX treatment induced liver toxicity as indicated by the significant elevation in the serum levels of alanine aminotransferase (ALT) alkaline phosphatase (ALP), and aspartate aminotransferase (AST). Additionally, DOX exposure disrupted the biochemical profile by decreasing the activities of antioxidant enzymes i.e., catalase (CAT), superoxide dismutase (SOD), glutathione peroxidase (GPx), glutathione (GSH), glutathione reductase (GSR) and glutathione S-transferase (GST), while raised the levels of ROS and MDA. Furthermore, inflammatory markers level such as nuclear factor kappa B (NF-κB), tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α), interleukin-1 beta (IL-1β), interleukin-6 (IL-6) as well as Cyclooxygenase-2 (COX-2) activity were also increased. Besides the level of pro-apoptotic markers i.e., Bax, Caspase-3 and Caspase-9 were raised, while the level of anti-apoptotic protein, Bcl-2 was reduced following the DOX intoxication. In DOX-treated rats, Histopathological observation indicated substantial hepatic tissue damage. However co-treatment with chrysoeriol remarkably reversed all the aforementioned hepatic damages. CSR demonstrated promising hepatoprotective potential through exerting antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties.

Keywords: doxorubicin, chrysoeriol, liver toxicity, inflammation, antioxidants

Received November 21, 2022; Revised January 02, 2023; Accepted January 10, 2023

Citation: Muhammad Umar Ijaz, Tahreem Fatima, Moazama Batool, Rabia Azmat, Ambreen Sadaf, Namra Ghafoor, Mehrab Khalil, Therapeutic Efficacy of Chrysoeriol on Doxorubicin-induced Liver Damage by Improving Biochemical and Histological Profile in Rats. Journal of Food and Nutrition Research, 11 (1). 57-62. January 2023. doi:10.12691/jfnr-11-1-6

1. Introduction

Cancer is considered one of the worst ailments, with an inexorable death rate among the global population [1]. Doxorubicin (DOX) is considered one of the most effective, commonly used chemotherapeutic agents which are used to treat broad range of cancer malignancies [2] for instance, hematological, lymphocytic/non-lymphocytic leukemia, Wilm tumor, neuroblastoma, and sarcomas. Despite its broad clinical use, doxorubicin adverse effects are of serious concern. However, its prolonged clinical administration is limited owing to its various systemic side effects including hepatotoxicity [3], pulmotoxicity [4] and nephrotoxicity [5]. One of the major adverse effects of DOX is liver damage, which is commonly observed in patients using this chemotherapy drug [6]. A key metabolic organ, the liver has been studied to be the most susceptible organ to DOX-induced oxidative stress and damage. In cancer patients, DOX therapy can result in varying degrees of liver impairment [7].

It is not possible to reverse some toxicities prompted by DOX, such as hepatotoxicity. Hepatotoxicity has been reported in about 40% of DOX-treated patients [8]. DOX is converted by cytoplasmic reductases and liver microsomal enzymes into doxorubicinol and other hepatotoxic aglycone metabolites, resulting in the buildup of toxic and immunogenic intermediates that have been linked to liver damage [9]. High level of ROS and free radical formation may cause hepatotoxicity. The lipids of liver epithelial cell membrane are susceptible to DOX generated free radical damage that results in lipid peroxidation [3] leading structural and functional alterations in hepatic tissues [11]. Several DOX-prompted histopathological damages have also been observed in liver tissues such as cellular edema, focal necrosis, parenchymal necrosis, bile duct hyperplasia, lymphocyte infiltration, and vacuolation of hepatocytes [12]. Therefore, development of reliable chemo-protective drugs against adverse effects of DOX is of utmost importance.

In recent years, plant-derived phyto-constituents are gaining popularity owing to their possible therapeutic effects against various diseases [10,11]. Therefore, research is being conducted on natural or synthetic antioxidant compounds to mitigate the possible ailments [12,13]. Chrysoeriol (CSR), 5,7-dihydroxy-2-(4-hydroxy-3-methoxyphenyl)-4H chromen-4-one, is a flavonoid, which is present in the aerial parts of Artemisia copa, and leaves of Digitalis purpurea [14]. Chrysoeriol exhibits diverse pharmacological properties including, anti-inflammatory [15], cardioprotective [16], antiapoptotic [17] and antioxidant properties [18]. However, there are no reports regarding the hepatoprotective effect of CSR Based on the considerable bioactive properties of CSR, the aim of this study was to determine the potential ameliorative effects of CSR against DOX-provoked liver impairment.

2. Materials and Methods

2.1. Chemicals

Doxorubicin and chrysoeriol were procured from Sigma-Aldrich (St. Louis, MO).

2.2. Animals

To conduct the experiment, 48 male albino rats (180-220g), approximately 8-10 weeks old, were maintained in the Animal House at the University of Agriculture, Faisalabad (UAF). Optimal conditions of 24±1°C temperature, 45±5% humidity, and a 12-hour light-dark cycle were sustained. Ad libitum water and standard food were provided. Prior to experiment rats were acclimatized for 1 week with laboratory environment. The UAF Department Ethical Board approved study protocols (CEE Council 86/609) for this experiment.

2.3. Experimental Design

In the experiment, 48 albino rats were randomly split into four groups (n=12/group) as control, DOX, DOX+CSR, and CSR. The 1st group was considered as control group and was only treated with tap water and animal feed, the 2nd group was intoxicated with DOX (3 mgkg⁻¹ BW), the 3rdgroup was co-treated with DOX (3 mgkg⁻¹) and chrysoeriol (20 mgkg⁻¹⁾ and the 4thgroup was treated with CSR (20 mgkg⁻¹) via oral gavage. After 30 days trial, rats were anaesthetized with ketamine, heparinized syringes were used to collect blood and the liver was extracted for structural and biochemical analysis. The blood was centrifuged at 3000 rpm for 20 minutes and kept at -30 °C for further analysis.

2.4. Assessment of Liver Function Markers

The liver function markers (AST, ALT, and ALP) were measured using ELISA kits (Abcam, MA, USA). All the protocols were carried out as per the manufacturer’s guidelines.

2.5. Assessment of Antioxidant Enzymes and Oxidative Stress Markers

An evaluation of CAT activity was conducted using a technique described by Aebi [19]. A method for analyzing SOD activity was developed by Kakkar et al. [20]. The Rotruck et al., procedure was followed to measure the GPx activity [21]. Using a technique previously developed by Jollow et al. [22], the GSH content was determined. GSR activity was evaluated as per the procedure described by Carlberg and Mannervik [23], and GST activity was estimated using Habig et al. [24] method. The MDA level was estimated with the Ohkawa et al. [25] method. The ROS concentration was assessed using the procedure stated by Hayashi et al. [26].

2.6. Assessment of Inflammatory Markers

The levels of NF-Κb, TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, along with COX-2 activity were analyzed employing ELISA (Cusabio Technology Llc, Houston, TX, USA) kits as per the manufacturer’s guidelines.

2.7. Assessment of Apoptotic Markers

The levels of Bax, Bcl-2, caspase-3 and caspase-9 were measured using ELISA kits (Cusabio Technology Llc, Houston, TX, USA) following the instructor's directions.

2.8. Histopathological Analysis

After fixation in 10% formaldehyde solution for 12 hours, liver tissues were dehydrated in ascending concentrations of alcohol (80%, 90%, and 100%) before being embedded in paraffin. Using a rotator microtome, specimens were finely cut into 4µm thick slices and histopathological alterations were determined using hematoxylin-eosin staining. Motic TM 5.0 megapixel camera was used to capture photographs while the slides were being viewed under a microscope (Leica DM4000B; Leica Microsystems GmbH).

2.9. Statistical Analysis

Obtained data was expressed as mean ± SE. For comparative estimation between groups, one-way analysis (ANOVA), followed by Tukey's test was applied. A significance level of p < 0.05 was set.

3. Results

3.1. DOX and CSR Effects on Hepatic Serum Enzymes

Hepatic serum markers were evaluated to check hepatotoxicity. DOX administration substantially (p < 0.05) elevated the serum levels of AST, ALT and ALP in contrast with control group. However, CSR administration substantially (p < 0.05) lowered the hepatic serum enzymes levels versus DOX group. Additionally, the only CSR treated group showed no significant difference in hepatic serum enzyme level versus control group.

3.2. DOX and CSR Effects on Antioxidant Profile

DOX intoxication considerably (p < 0.05) decreased the antioxidant activities (CAT, SOD, GPx, GSR, GSH and GST), while exponentially escalating the MDA and ROS levels in DOX-treated group in contrast to control. However, CSR administration with DOX noticeably (p < 0.05) lowered the levels of ROS and MDA while substantially (p < 0.05) elevated the CAT, SOD, GST, GPx, GSH and GSR activities in contrast with DOX-treated group. The mean value of only CSR and control group was quite close to each other.

3.3. DOX and CSR Effects on Inflammatory Markers

DOX exposure considerably (p < 0.05) elevated the levels of inflammatory markers such as NF-κB, TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6 and COX-2 activity in DOX group in comparison with control group. However, CSR co-treatment considerably (p < 0.05) lowered the inflammatory marker level in contrast with DOX-intoxicated group. Moreover, the only CSR group showed no discernible difference from the control group.

3.4. DOX and CSR Effects on Apoptotic Markers

DOX substantially (p < 0.05) increased the level of apoptotic markers (Bax, caspase-3 and caspase-9) while decreased the Bcl-2 level in DOX-treated group in contrast to control. Contrarily, CSR administration notably (p < 0.05) lowered the apoptotic marker levels (Bax, caspase-3 and caspase-9) while up-regulated the level of Bcl-2 in DOX+CSR group versus DOX-inebriated group. However, only CSR-treated groups had similar means as control group.

3.5. DOX and CSR Effects on Hepatic Histopathology

DOX exposure substantially (p < 0.05) increased the central venule disruption, necrosis, sinusoids dilation and cell death in DOX-intoxicated group as compared to the control group. However, CSR and DOX co-administration mitigated the intensity of histopathological alterations such reduced sinusoid dilation with no central venule disruption necrotic cell and restored the hepatocyte structure compared to DOX treated group. However, structure of hepatic tissues of only CSR treated group was quite similar to control group.

Table 1. Effects of CSR and DOX on antioxidant enzymes in hepatic tissues of rats

Table 2. Effects of CSR and DOX on oxidative stress markers of rat’s hepatic tissues

Table 3. Effects of CSR and DOX on inflammatory markers in hepatic tissues of rats

Table 4. Effects of CSR and DOX on apoptotic markers in hepatic tissues of rats

Figure 1. Hepatoprotective effects of CSR on DOX-induced alterations in liver histology. A) Control group B) DOX group (3 mg/kg BW) C) DOX (3 mg/kg BW) + CSR (20 mg/kg BW) group D) CSR group (20 mg/kg BW)

4. Discussion

DOX is the leading anticancer drug, that is being used to treat multiple neoplasms, but its clinical administration is limited due to its exacerbated risk of hepatotoxicity [2]. Several studies have reported that DOX exposure instigates oxidative stress and induce cardio-toxicity [16,27]. The mechanism by which DOX causes hepatotoxicity has not been fully understood. In the current investigation we determined DOX-induced hepatotoxicity by assessing biochemical profile, inflammatory marker level, expression of apoptotic enzymes along with histopathological examination of liver tissues. CSR is a phytochemical flavonoid that exhibit promising pharmacological properties. Therefore, this research was designed for the evaluation of ameliorative effect of CSR against DOX-induced liver toxicity.

DOX intoxication adversely affects the liver as indicated by elevated level of AST, ALT, and ALP. High level of these biomarkers is associated with increased damage of hepatocyte membrane permeability and cellular leakage [2], suggesting that DOX may impair the integrity of plasma membrane. Nagai et al., also reported that DOX intoxication increased serum AST, ALT, and ALP levels contributing to liver toxicity [28]. However, CSR supplementation showed potential therapeutic effects against DOX-induced histopathological changes by lowering the AST, ALT, and ALP level. The results of this research suggested that CSR showed protective effect against DOX-prompted liver damage.

Our results indicate that DOX exposure may potentially disrupt the anti-oxidative defense system by reducing antioxidant enzymes activities (CAT, SOD, GPx, GST, GSH and GSR), whereas a substantial upsurge in the levels of MDA level and ROS were observed. SOD enzyme catalyzes the superoxide anion (O₂⁻) and produce hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂₎, preventing the toxic hydroxyl ion generation. Another essential antioxidant enzyme CAT converts reactive H₂O₂ into H₂O [29]. GSH, which is a cofactor of GPx, protects the cell from OS by lowering the H₂O₂ level [30,31]. GSR transforms glutathione disulfide into GSH that protects cells against OS by lowering peroxide and hydrogen peroxide level [32]. The body's oxidant-antioxidant balance is disturbed by the excessive ROS generation caused by the antioxidant enzyme's reduced activity [33], which causes OS and lipid peroxidation as evidenced by an increased MDA level [34,35]. However, CSR supplementation showed a significant elevation in the antioxidant enzyme activities as well as reduction in ROS concentration and MDA level due to its antioxidant potential.

To determine the effects of DOX and CSR on the inflammatory indices in hepatic tissues, the levels of inflammatory markers were evaluated. DOX treatment elevated inflammatory marker level (NF-κB, TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6 and COX-2 activity) in liver tissues. NF-kB activation induces inflammatory reactions after sensing any internal and external cellular stimulation via mediating pro-inflammatory biomarkers such as TNF-α, IL-1β, and IL-6 that are all linked with acute inﬂammation [36,37]. COX-2, an inductive form of COX, is an inflammatory marker that plays an important part in the inflammatory mechanism [38,39]. Our results revealed that DOX exposure caused inflammation in hepatocytes by increasing the levels of inflammatory markers. However, CSR supplementation significantly lowered the level of inflammatory biomarkers compared to the DOX group owing to its anti-inflammatory property.

DOX administration along with therapeutic effects of CSR in hepatic tissues was assessed by evaluation of apoptotic markers levels. Pro-apoptotic protein, Bax and anti-apoptotic protein Bcl-2 induce intrinsic apoptotic pathway [40]. The activation of Bax and suppression of Bcl-2, initiates apoptosis through mitochondrial signaling that triggers the activation of cytochrome-c. Cytochrome-c, the apoptosis promoting factor released from mitochondrial intermembrane spaces into cytoplasm resulting in caspase-9 activation [40]. The caspase-9 triggers caspase-3 activation that ultimately results in apoptosis [41]. The results of our research demonstrated that DOX exposure elevated Bax, caspase-3 and caspase-9 levels along with reduction in Bcl-2 level. However, CSR administration mitigated the hepatic apoptosis by down-regulating the pro-apoptotic biomarkers i.e., Bax, caspase-3 and caspase-9 levels and elevating Bcl-2 level due to its anti-apoptotic potential.

DOX administration provoked various histopathological alterations in hepatic tissues. DOX-induced histological alteration in liver tissues by disrupting the oxidant-antioxidant balance and lipid peroxidation [42]. DOX exposure induced various histopahtological alterations like swelling in connective and supporting tissues, infiltration and vacuolization of inflammatory cells, necrosis, and disruption in hepatic parenchyma. However, CSR administration mitigated the DOX-induced histopathological damages. Therefore, histoprotective effect of CSR might be due to its anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties.

5. Conclusion

Taken together, our findings suggest that CSR exhibits remarkable ameliorative potential against DOX-prompted hepatic damage. CSR administration considerably restored the level of hepatic serum markers, apoptotic markers, inflammatory biomarkers, antioxidant enzyme activities and histological abnormalities. This hepatoprotective potential of CSR might be ascribed to its anti-oxidant, anti-inflammatory and anti-apoptotic properties. Our findings indicated that CSR could be considered as a potential curative agent for clinical usage and prevention for DOX-induced hepatic injury.

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