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THE IMPACT OF DIAMIDE DERIVATIVES OF OXALIC ACID ON FREE RADICAL LIPID OXIDATION IN WHITE RAT BRAIN AND LIVER.
N Pahutyan1, Q Navoyan1, G Arajyan1
1Scientific Technological Center of Organic and Pharmaceutical Chemistry NAS RA, Institute of Fine Organic Chemistry, Yerevan, Armenia.
New oxalic acid diamides show significant antioxidant activity, protecting brain and liver cells from oxidative stress. Compound SV-425 was most effective, offering potential for treating free radical-related diseases.
Area of Science:
- Pharmacology
- Biochemistry
- Medicinal Chemistry
Background:
- Antioxidants are crucial for managing oxidative stress by neutralizing harmful free radicals.
- Uncontrolled free radical activity can damage cellular structures, including DNA and membranes.
- Oxidative stress is implicated in various diseases, necessitating the development of new therapeutic agents.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the antioxidant activity of novel oxalic acid diamide compounds.
- To assess the efficacy of these compounds in protecting brain and liver tissues.
- To determine the pharmacological potential of these synthesized molecules.
Main Methods:
- In vivo and in vitro experiments were conducted on white male rats.
- Brain and liver tissues were homogenized and analyzed for antioxidant activity.
- Physicochemical properties of the compounds were assessed using Lipinski's rule of five.
Main Results:
- All tested oxalic acid diamide compounds exhibited significant antioxidant activity (AOA).
- Compound SV-425 demonstrated the most potent antioxidant effects in both brain and liver tissues.
- Compound SV-427 showed the least antioxidant activity among the series.
- All compounds adhered to Lipinski's rule of five, indicating favorable drug-like properties.
Conclusions:
- The synthesized oxalic acid diamides possess notable antioxidant properties.
- These compounds can protect cells from oxidative stress, particularly in brain and liver tissues.
- The findings support the potential of these compounds for preventing and treating diseases linked to elevated free radical levels.
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