Chondroitin Flashcards

1
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classification

A

glycosaminoglycan

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2
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used to treat

A

slow acting drug for OA

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3
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mechanism of action

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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

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