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Chitosan

CHEBI:CHEBI_16261

Definition

An aminoglycan consisting of beta-(1->4)-linked D-glucosamine residues.

Chemical Information

Molecular Formula
H2O(C6H11NO4)n
Charge
0

Alternative Names

  • (1->4)-2-amino-2-deoxy-beta-D-glucan
  • [4)-beta-D-GlcpN(1->]n
  • beta-1,4-Poly-D-glucosamine
  • Chitosan
  • Deacetylchitin
  • poliglusam

Drug Classification

Important Medical Information

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  • Side effects may vary and this list may not be comprehensive.
  • Drug interactions may occur with other medications.

Additional Identifiers

DRON_00010000
59038
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CHEBI:16261

Additional References

Wikipedia:Chitosan

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Chitosan
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TOPICAL
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UNAPPROVED DRUG OTHER
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HUMAN OTC DRUG
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LIQUID
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DROXYD 3.98
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Oxytical
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Oxytical
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CHITOSAN MEDIUM MOLECULAR WEIGHT (200-400 MPA.S)
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