• To evaluate the Swarm screening system, we optimized a series of heterologous optogenetic spiking HEK293 cell assays for several voltage-gated sodium channel subtypes including Nav1.2, Nav1.5, and Nav1.7. (frontiersin.org)
  • Genetic etiology of PE is mutations on SCN9A , the encoding gene of a voltage-gated sodium channel subtype Nav1.7. (biomedcentral.com)
  • This review mainly focuses on PE and the causative gene SCN9A -- its mutations and their effects on Nav1.7 channels' electrophysiological properties. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The causative gene for PE, SCN9A , encodes a voltage-gated sodium channel (VGSC) subtype Nav1.7. (biomedcentral.com)
  • We also recapitulate utilization of current treatments and updates of novel Nav1.7-targeted agents, and propose an integrated perspective of a genotype-channelopathy-phenotype network underlying this intricate condition. (biomedcentral.com)
  • PE is exclusively caused by mutations in SCN9A , the encoding gene of sodium channel subtype Nav1.7 and can be sub-classified into familial (inherited erythromelalgia) and sporadic forms. (biomedcentral.com)
  • The voltage gated Na channels Nav1.7, Nav1.8 and Nav1.9 were found to be selectively up-regulated in rat DRG neurons treated with GM-CSF, which resulted in enhanced excitability. (iasp-pain.org)
  • As a demonstration of the versatility of the Swarm, we also developed an assay measuring cardiac action potential and calcium waveform properties simultaneously under paced conditions using human induced pluripotent stem (iPS) cell-derived cardiomyocytes as an additional counter screen for cardiac toxicity. (frontiersin.org)
  • Functional states of the sodium channel (closed, open, and inactivated) and their structure help to understand the cardiac regulation processes. (bvsalud.org)
  • Finally, it seems appropriate to consider the "sodium channel syndrome" (mutations in the gene of the α subunit of the sodium channel, SCN5A gene) as a single clinical entity that may manifest in a wide range of phenotypes, to thus have a better insight on these cardiac syndromes and potential outcomes for their clinical treatment. (bvsalud.org)
  • Systemic exposure to excessive quantities of lidocaine mainly result in central nervous system (CNS) and cardiovascular effects - CNS effects usually occur at lower blood plasma concentrations and additional cardiovascular effects present at higher concentrations, though cardiovascular collapse may also occur with low concentrations. (wikipedia.org)
  • Ingestion of excessive calcium channel blockers (CCBs) is one of the most potentially lethal prescription drug overdoses. (medscape.com)
  • To address this challenge, we developed the Swarm TM , a custom designed optical instrument for highly parallelized, multicolor measurements in excitable cells, simultaneously recording changes in voltage and calcium activities at high temporal resolution under optical stimulation. (frontiersin.org)
  • The image below illustrates the chemical structure of the calcium channel blocker diltiazem. (medscape.com)
  • The efficacy profile of lidocaine as a local anaesthetic is characterized by a rapid onset of action and intermediate duration of efficacy. (wikipedia.org)
  • Adrenaline vasoconstricts arteries, reducing bleeding and also delaying the resorption of lidocaine, almost doubling the duration of anaesthesia. (wikipedia.org)
  • As a local numbing agent, it is used for the treatment of premature ejaculation. (wikipedia.org)
  • A 2013 review on treatment for neonatal seizures recommended intravenous lidocaine as a second-line treatment, if phenobarbital fails to stop seizures. (wikipedia.org)
  • From a physiological and pathophysiological point of view, the conformational states of the sodium channel during heart function constitute a significant aspect for the diagnosis and treatment of heart diseases. (bvsalud.org)
  • Optogenetic assays provide a flexible, scalable, and information rich approach to probe compound effects for ion channel drug targets in both heterologous expression systems and associated disease relevant cell types. (frontiersin.org)
  • lidocaine, though, has the advantage of a rapid onset of action. (wikipedia.org)
  • Lidocaine is an antiarrhythmic medication of the class Ib type. (wikipedia.org)
  • Intravenous lidocaine infusions are also used to treat chronic pain and acute surgical pain as an opiate sparing technique. (wikipedia.org)
  • Most ADRs associated with lidocaine for anesthesia relate to administration technique (resulting in systemic exposure) or pharmacological effects of anesthesia, and allergic reactions only rarely occur. (wikipedia.org)
  • Here, we showed that GM-CSF promotes bone cancer-associated pain by enhancing excitability of DRG neurons via the Jak2-Stat3-mediated upregulation of expression of nociceptor-specific voltage-gated sodium channels. (iasp-pain.org)
  • Late Sodium Current of the Heart: where Do We Stand and Where Are We Going? (unideb.hu)
  • There is tentative evidence for topical lidocaine for neuropathic pain and skin graft donor site pain. (wikipedia.org)
  • An adhesive transdermal patch containing a 5% concentration of lidocaine in a hydrogel bandage, is approved by the US FDA for reducing nerve pain caused by shingles. (wikipedia.org)
  • As one of the human heritable pain disorders, primary erythromelalgia (PE) is characterized by the triad of recurrent burning pain, warmth and redness of the extremities. (biomedcentral.com)
  • Transcriptional regulation of voltage-gated sodium channels contributes to GM-CSF induced pain. (iasp-pain.org)
  • GM-CSF is also involved in bone cancer pain development by regulating tumor-nerve interactions, remodeling of peripheral nerves and sensitization of damage-sensing (nociceptive) nerves. (iasp-pain.org)
  • This means it works by blocking sodium channels and thus decreasing the rate of contractions of the heart. (wikipedia.org)
  • Heart relaxation also stands out as an active process, dependent on the energetic output and on specific ion and enzymatic actions, with the role of sodium channel being outstanding in the functional process. (bvsalud.org)
  • In this study, we found that GM-CSF is highly expressed in human malignant osteosarcoma. (iasp-pain.org)
  • A 2013 review on treatment for neonatal seizures recommended intravenous lidocaine as a second-line treatment, if phenobarbital fails to stop seizures. (wikipedia.org)
  • Intravenous lidocaine infusions are also used to treat chronic pain and acute surgical pain as an opiate sparing technique. (wikipedia.org)
  • Alveolar or intravenous lidocaine decreased alveolar fluid clearance by 50%, an effect that was reversible with the beta2 agonist, terbutaline. (silverchair.com)
  • The efficacy profile of lidocaine as a local anaesthetic is characterized by a rapid onset of action and intermediate duration of efficacy. (wikipedia.org)
  • QX-314 induced immediate and long-lasting blockade of pain caused by MRSA infection, significantly more than lidocaine or ibuprofen, two widely used clinical analgesic treatments. (nature.com)
  • Lidocaine, also known as lignocaine and sold under the brand name Xylocaine among others, is a local anesthetic of the amino amide type. (wikipedia.org)
  • citation needed] Lidocaine is one of the most commonly used local anaesthetics in dentistry. (wikipedia.org)
  • As a local numbing agent, it is used for the treatment of premature ejaculation. (wikipedia.org)
  • Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are rare when lidocaine is used as a local anesthetic and is administered correctly. (wikipedia.org)
  • In conclusion, the substantial alteration in peripheral skin blood flow observed during local cooling stress compared to placebo suggested that deconjugated hesperetin metabolites may have a distinct capacity for thermoregulatory control of human skin blood flow to maintain a constant body temperature during cold stress exposure via cutaneous vasodilation and vasoconstriction systems. (bvsalud.org)
  • A Fab fragment of the chimeric monoclonal antibody 7E3 that binds to the glycoprotein IIb-IIIa receptor of human platelets, and blocks PLATELET GLYCOPROTEIN GPIIB-IIIA COMPLEX, potently inhibiting PLATELET AGGREGATION. (nih.gov)
  • Lidocaine mixtures may also be applied directly to the skin or mucous membranes to numb the area. (wikipedia.org)
  • There is tentative evidence for topical lidocaine for neuropathic pain and skin graft donor site pain. (wikipedia.org)
  • To determine whether lidocaine acted predominantly on the apical or basal surface, we also used QX314, lidocaine n-ethyl bromide quaternary salt, an analog of lidocaine, which is unable to cross the alveolar epithelium. (silverchair.com)
  • The cation channel, TRPV1, mediated heat hyperalgesia as a distinct pain modality. (nature.com)
  • The objective of this study was to assess the effect of lidocaine on alveolar fluid clearance, the primary mechanism responsible for the resolution of alveolar edema. (silverchair.com)
  • Heart relaxation also stands out as an active process, dependent on the energetic output and on specific ion and enzymatic actions, with the role of sodium channel being outstanding in the functional process. (bvsalud.org)