Enoxacin and Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG) Act Synergistically to Inhibit the Growth of Cervical Cancer Cells in Culture

Molecules

HollyM. Pyles¹  ChristopherE. Barton¹  EdgarS. Diaz-Cruz²  AnnaMargaret McDonnell² 

[1] 1900 Belmont Boulevard, Nashville, TN 37212, USA;Department of Biology, Belmont University;

关键词: oncology;    cancer;    apoptosis;    cell cycle;    HeLa;    enoxacin;    EGCG;   

DOI  :  10.3390/molecules24081580

来源: DOAJ

【 摘 要 】

Cervical cancer is a major cause of death in females worldwide. While survival rates have historically improved, there remains a continuous need to identify novel molecules that are effective against this disease. Here, we show that enoxacin, a drug most commonly used to treat a broad array of bacterial infections, is able to inhibit growth of the cervical cancer cells. Furthermore, our data show that epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG), a plant bioactive compound abundant in green tea, and known for its antioxidant effects, similarly functions as an antiproliferative agent. Most importantly, we provide evidence that EGCG functions synergistically against cancer cell proliferation in combined treatment with enoxacin. These data collectively suggest that enoxacin and EGCG may be useful treatment options for cases of cervical cancer.

【 授权许可】

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