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Influence of agents with immunomodulating activity on phagocytosis and bactericidal function of human
Abstract:
Six immunomodulators were tested for the influence on phagocytosis and intracellular bactericidal activity of human polymorphonuclear cells (PMN). Frentizole, lamprene, intal and levamisole but not dapsone enhanced phagocytosis in the presence of serum. Without serum, frentizole strongly enhanced phagocytosis, whereas lamprene, levamisole and dapsone had weaker enhancing activity. Rifampin suppressed phagocytosis of Staphylococcus aureus whether the serum was present or not. The influence on phagocytosis was time and dose dependent. All drugs but dapsone markedly enhanced intracellular bactericidal activity of PMN in a dose dependent fashion. Dapsone enhanced bactericidal activity without the serum and suppressed it in its presence. It may be concluded that immunomodulators are a heterogeneous group of substances and their influence on phagocytosis and cellular bactericidal activity varies. Enhancing activity of some immunomodulators implies that they may be used in conditions with impaired phagocytosis.
Insights
This study investigated how six immunomodulators affect human immune cells. Some drugs enhanced bacterial killing and cell uptake, suggesting potential therapeutic uses for immune deficiencies.
Area of Science:
- Immunology
- Pharmacology
- Cell Biology
Background:
- Polymorphonuclear cells (PMN) are crucial for innate immunity, mediating phagocytosis and intracellular killing of pathogens.
- Immunomodulators are compounds that can alter immune responses, but their specific effects on PMN functions require detailed investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the impact of six different immunomodulators on the phagocytic and intracellular bactericidal activities of human PMN.
- To determine the dose and time dependency of these effects.
Main Methods:
- Human PMN were incubated with six immunomodulators (frentizole, lamprene, intal, levamisole, dapsone, and rifampin) in the presence and absence of serum.
- Phagocytosis of Staphylococcus aureus and intracellular bactericidal activity were measured.
- Effects were analyzed based on drug presence, concentration, and incubation time.
Main Results:
- Frentizole, lamprene, intal, and levamisole enhanced phagocytosis with serum; frentizole showed strong enhancement without serum.
- Rifampin suppressed phagocytosis, while dapsone's effect varied with serum presence.
- All tested drugs, except dapsone, significantly enhanced intracellular bactericidal activity in a dose-dependent manner.
Conclusions:
- Immunomodulators exhibit heterogeneous effects on PMN functions, impacting both phagocytosis and bactericidal activity differently.
- Certain immunomodulators demonstrate potential for therapeutic application in conditions characterized by impaired phagocytic function.
- The observed variations underscore the need for careful selection and evaluation of immunomodulators in clinical settings.