Background Pentosan polysulfate sodium (pentosan) is a semi-synthetic drug manufactured from beech-wood hemicellulose by sulfate esterification of the xylopyranose hydroxyl groups. From in vitro ...
The company is developing injectable pentosan polysulfate sodium (iPPS/Zilosul) for the treatment of OA and Mucopolysaccharidosis, where inflammation significantly contributes to the disease process.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is the most widespread joint disease affecting the elderly population. [1] Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), supplements of chondroitin sulfate and/or ...