Chondroitin Flashcards
1
Q
classification
A
glycosaminoglycan
2
Q
used to treat
A
slow acting drug for OA
3
Q
mechanism of action
A
major component of the ECM
can help synthesize new matrix components
anti-inflammatory effects also due to inhibition of COX2, prostaglandin E2
inhibits TLR4 which inhibits pro-inflammatory cytokines