天然产物研究与开发 ›› 2026, Vol. 38 ›› Issue (1): 94-106.doi: 10.16333/j.1001-6880.2026.1.011 cstr: 32307.14.1001-6880.2026.1.011

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苦豆碱阴道用温敏凝胶的制备及其药效学研究

许嘉辉,李  鑫,霍景琛,崔春利,张  滢,马裕霖,张  涓*   

  1. 陕西中医药大学药学院,咸阳 712046
  • 出版日期:2026-01-28 发布日期:2026-01-26
  • 基金资助:
    陕西省科技厅社发攻关项目(2023-YBSF-378);陕西省2023年省级大学生创新训练计划(S202310716043);陕西省2024年省级大学生创新训练计划(S202410716119)

Pharmacodynamics and preparation of aloperine thermosensitive gel for vaginal use

XU Jia-hui,LI Xin,HUO Jing-chen,CUI Chun-li,ZHANG Ying,MA Yu-lin,ZHANG Juan*   

  1. College of Pharmacy,Shaanxi University of Chinese Medicine,Xianyang 712046,China
  • Online:2026-01-28 Published:2026-01-26

摘要:

研究苦豆碱温敏凝胶的处方和制备工艺,并通过抗生育、阴道刺激性及抗炎实验,进行初步药效学及杀精机制考察。采用体外杀精试验,确定苦豆碱最低杀精浓度。通过钙离子探针Fluo-4 AM,用流式细胞仪检测小鼠精子胞浆内钙离子浓度。利用qPCR技术分析了小鼠精子Ca2+通道Catsper相关基因的表达,Catsper是精子中占主要地位的钙通道。选用泊洛沙姆407(poloxamer 407,P407)、泊洛沙姆188(poloxamer 188,P188)为温敏材料,以胶凝温度(gelling temperature,Tgel)作为评价指标,单因素试验筛选凝胶基质,正交设计优化处方和制备工艺,对最佳处方制备的苦豆碱温敏凝胶的Tgel、胶凝时间、pH及黏度进行考察;并研究苦豆碱温敏凝胶阴道用药的抗生育作用和刺激性,以及其对二甲苯致小鼠耳廓肿胀的抗炎效果。结果表明苦豆碱在酸性条件下的最低杀精浓度为25 mg/mL,与生理盐水对照组比较,苦豆碱组精子细胞浆内钙离子的平均荧光强度明显降低。低剂量苦豆碱处理精子后,可能通过对Catsper基因表达的调控,从而抑制细胞内Ca2+水平。优化的最佳处方:P407为160 mg/g、P188为40 mg/g、丙二醇25 mg/g,苦豆碱载药浓度为25 mg/g,乳酸78.59 mg/g,乳酸钠100.80 mg/g。最佳处方制备的苦豆碱温敏凝胶平均Tgel为33 ℃,胶凝时间为97.67 s,pH为4.19,25 ℃时黏度为199.50 cP。 25 mg/g苦豆碱凝胶组避孕率为100%;阴道刺激性实验病理学结果显示苦豆碱凝胶无明显的刺激性;同时能明显抑制小鼠耳廓肿胀程度。研究表明苦豆碱可能通过调控钙通道,降低精子细胞浆内钙离子内流,进而抑制小鼠精子活力。所制备的苦豆碱温敏凝胶制备工艺简单,温度敏感性好,用药方便,疗效优良,具有较好的研发价值和应用前景。

关键词: 苦豆碱, 杀精剂, 钙离子, 阴道温敏凝胶剂, 制备工艺, 阴道刺激性, 抗炎

Abstract:

This study aims to explore the formulation and preparation process of aloperine-based thermosensitive gels and investigates their preliminary pharmacodynamics and mechanisms of spermicidal action through antifertility, vaginal irritation, and anti-inflammatory experiments. The minimum spermicidal concentration of aloperine was determined via in vitro spermicide assays. The calcium ion probe Fluo-4AM, combined with flow cytometry, was employed to measure intracellular calcium ion concentrations in mouse sperm, while q-PCR technology was utilized to analyze the expression levels of the Catsper gene, a key regulator of calcium channels in mouse sperm. Poloxamer 407 (P407) and poloxamer 188 (P188) were selected as thermosensitive matrix materials, with gelling temperature (Tgel) serving as the primary evaluation criterion. A single-factor screening was performed to identify suitable gel matrices, and an orthogonal design methodology was employed to optimize the formulation and preparation process. Subsequently, Tgel, gelling time, pH, and viscosity of the optimized aloperine thermosensitive gel were thoroughly characterized. The anti-fertility effects and vaginal irritation of the gel through intravaginal administration were systematically investigated, along with its anti-inflammatory efficacy against xylene-induced ear edema in mice. The results demonstrated that aloperine exhibits a minimum spermicidal concentration of 25 mg/mL under acidic conditions. Compared with the normal saline control group, the aloperine-treated group displayed a significant reduction in intracellular calcium ion concentrations in sperm. It is hypothesized that low concentrations of aloperine suppress intracellular calcium levels by modulating the expression of the Catsper gene. The optimized gel formulation comprises 160 mg/g P407, 40 mg/g P188, 25 mg/g propylene glycol, 25 mg/g aloperine, 78.59 mg/g lactic acid, and 100.80 mg/g sodium lactate. The prepared gel exhibits an average Tgel of 33 ℃, a gelling time of 97.67 s, a pH value of 4.19, and a viscosity of 199.50 cP at 25 ℃. At a concentration of 25 mg/g, the aloperine gel achieved a 100% contraceptive efficacy rate. Vaginal irritation testing revealed no significant adverse effects, and the gel markedly attenuated xylene-induced auricular swelling in mice. In conclusion, this study suggests that aloperine may inhibit mouse sperm motility by attenuating intracellular calcium ion influx, potentially through the modulation of Catsper gene expression. The aloperine thermosensitive gel, with its simple preparation process, strong temperature sensitivity, ease of administration, and high efficacy, demonstrates substantial potential for further research and practical application.

Key words: aloperine, spermicidal, calcium ion, vaginal thermosensitive gel, preparation process, vaginal mucosa irritation, anti-inflammatory

中图分类号:  R285