Abstract:
Aim :To establish an analytical method to study the chemical components in
Zhizi-Gancao-Chi(ZGC) decoction,and investigate its anti-depressant effect.
Methods :An LC-PDA-MS/MS method was established and applied.The separation was performed on an ODS C
18 column(250 mm×4.6 mm,5 μm) with a gradient elution.The mobile phase consisted of water/acetic acid(1%,
v/v) and methanol.The main components were identified according to the UV and MS.The anti-depressant effect was evaluated with mice tail-suspension test and forced swimming test.
Results :The components of the ZGC decoction were separated isolated and ten of them were identified.These compounds are classified to iridoid glycosides,flavonoids and triterpene saponins.In addition,its anti-depressant effect was observed for the first time.
Conclusion :The LC-PDA-MS/MS method can effectively separate and identify the components of ZGC decoction,which has significant anti-depressant effect.The relationship between the chemical component and its anti-depressant effect needs further study.