Chondroitin Sulfate

Chondroitin Sulfate

Chondroitin sulfate is a sulfated glycosaminoglycan consisting of repeating disaccharide units (N-acetylgalactosamine and glucuronic acid).

Formula

It is part of cartilage tissue, bones, tendons, and skin. It provides elasticity and strength to cartilage, retains water in connective tissues.

C₁₄H₂₁NO₁₅S

Application

preparations for treating joint diseases (osteoarthritis, osteochondrosis) in combination with glucosamine; chondroprotectors.