Versatile Use of Chitosan and Hyaluronan in Medicine

Chitosan is industrially acquired by the alkaline N-deacetylation of chitin. Chitin belongs to the β-N-acetyl-glucosamine polymers, providing structure, contrary to α-polymers, which provide food and energy. Another β-polymer providing…

Chitosan as a machine for biomolecule delivery: A review

The major role of biomolecules in treatment of different diseases has been proven by several studies. However, the main drawback in successful treatment by these molecules is designing of efficient delivery systems to fulfill all of the…

Microcrystalline Cellulose and the Pharmaceutical Industry

When a substance maintains its position in the market for over a century, you can feel secure in the knowledge that it does what it's supposed to do efficiently and affordably. Most pharmaceutical scientist agree, if they could pick one…