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ArticleInternational journal of genomics2025

Cooling Blood and Detoxicating Formula Treats Psoriasis Through RHCG-Related Mechanisms.

Qian Zhang, Juan Huang, Cheng-Cheng Feng, Yuan-Jie Liu, Ning Yang, Xi Zou, Chen Ji, Shun Guo, Hui Shen

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Article in International journal of genomics, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 1 paper.

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Qian ZhangDepartment of Dermatology, Zhangjiagang TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.
Juan HuangDepartment of Dermatology, Zhangjiagang TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.
Cheng-Cheng FengDepartment of Dermatology, Zhangjiagang TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.
Yuan-Jie LiuDepartment of Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.
Ning YangDepartment of Acupuncture, Seventh People's Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai University of Traditional Chinese Medicine, Pudong, Shanghai, China.
Xi ZouDepartment of Oncology, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.
Chen JiDepartment of Dermatology, Zhangjiagang TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.
Shun GuoDepartment of Dermatology, Affiliated Hospital of Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Nanjing, Jiangsu, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-3283-8858
Hui ShenDepartment of Dermatology, Zhangjiagang TCM Hospital Affiliated to Nanjing University of Chinese Medicine, Zhangjiagang, Jiangsu, China.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5523-9233

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

This study explores the therapeutic potential of the cooling blood and detoxicating formula (CBDF) in the treatment of psoriasis, emphasizing its anti-inflammatory properties and its interaction with RHCG-related mechanisms. Psoriasis, a complex skin disorder characterized by abnormal keratinocyte proliferation and immune system dysregulation, remains challenging to treat effectively. Utilizing advanced techniques including network pharmacology, single-cell RNA sequencing (scRNA-seq), and spatial transcriptomics, this research identifies key active components in CBDF-quercetin and kaempferol-that influence critical inflammatory pathways. In experimental models, CBDF significantly alleviates psoriasis symptoms, reducing keratinocyte differentiation abnormalities and dendritic cell (DC) activation. Molecular docking studies demonstrate strong interactions between RHCG and the active ingredients in CBDF. These findings suggest that CBDF exerts its effects through a multifaceted approach, with RHCG identified as a pivotal target. While the results are promising, further clinical validation and mechanistic research are needed. This study underscores the potential of CBDF as a treatment for psoriasis, blending traditional medicine with modern molecular insights.

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bioinformaticscooling blood and detoxicating formulakeratinocytespsoriasisRHCG

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PMCPMC12267955

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