A pharmacological approach to glycosaminoglycans.
A pharmacological approach to glycosaminoglycans (GAG) is presented, reviewing their synthesis, functions and in particular their mechanism as drugs. The application of GAG sulfates in osteoarthritis therapy is examined in detail.
Paroli
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Institute of Medical Pharmacology, University of Rome, La Sapienza, Italy.
Antonilli
L
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Biffoni
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D000818:Animals; D006025:Glycosaminoglycans / Q000096:biosynthesis / Q000494:pharmacology* / Q000502:physiology; D006801:Humans
D006025:Glycosaminoglycans