Name: | Glucosamine |
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PubChem Compound ID: | 115046 |
Molecular formula: | C6H15NO9S |
Molecular weight: | 277.251 g/mol |
Synonyms: |
D-Glucosamine sulphate; 2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-glucose sulfate (salt); D-Glucose, 2-amino-2-deoxy-, sulfate (salt); Glucosamine sulfate; EINECS 249-379-6; 29031-19-4
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Name: | Glucosamine |
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Name (isomeric): | DB01296 |
Drug Type: | small molecule |
CAS number: | 3416-24-8 |
Mechanism of Action: |
Glucosamine is an amino sugar and a prominent precursor in the biochemical synthesis of glycosylated proteins and lipids. Oral glucosamine is commonly used for the treatment of osteoarthritis. Since glucosamine is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans, and glycosaminoglycans are a major component of joint cartilage, supplemental glucosamine may help t...
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