Dextran Sulfate

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Also known as:  Dextran Sulphate

 

Description

Dextran Sulfate is a type of Glycosaminoglycan.

 

Health Benefits of Dextran Sulfate

Cardiovascular System

 Dextran Sulfate has been utilized (in Japan) for the treatment of Atherosclerosis. 

 Dextran Sulfate may help to prevent abnormal Blood Clotting (i.e. it functions as an Anti-Coagulant). 

 

Immune System

 Dextran Sulfate may prevent Chlamydia trachomatis infection.  [1]

 Dextran Sulfate may inhibit various types of Viruses:

 Dextran Sulfate may significantly inhibit the progression of the HIV virus that is implicated in Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS).  [2]

            It is theorized that Dextran Sulfate exerts its anti-viral effects against the HIV virus by rupturing the Cell Membrane of the HIV virus, rendering it incapable of further infecting the body's Cells.

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