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Recent advances in polysaccharides for osteoarthritis therapy.

Authors :
Chen, Qixin
Shao, Xintian
Ling, Peixue
Liu, Fei
Han, Guanying
Wang, Fengshan
Source :
European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry. Oct2017, Vol. 139, p926-935. 10p.
Publication Year :
2017

Abstract

The polysaccharides used in the treatment of osteoarthritis (OA) mainly include sodium hyaluronate, chondroitin sulfate, chitosan, xanthan gum, Low molecular weight heparin, alginate and other polysaccharides. This review summarizes the recent advances in the chemistry and biological activities of polysaccharides for the treatment of OA. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
02235234
Volume :
139
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
125178706
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ejmech.2017.08.048