Xylitol - BP/EP

CAS: 87-99-0

Ref. 3D-MX01244

Informação sobre produto

• Nome: Xylitol - BP/EP
• Marca: Biosynth
• Descrição: Xylitol is a sugar alcohol that has been shown to have antimicrobial properties. It has been found to be effective in inhibiting the growth of bacteria, yeast, and fungi by disrupting their cell membranes. In addition, xylitol appears to have the ability to reduce plasma glucose levels in animals and humans. Xylitol has also been shown to inhibit the growth of bacteria in acidic environments by binding with proteins on the bacterial cell membrane. This binding prevents the transport of nutrients into the cell and results in cell death. Xylitol is not metabolized by human cells because it cannot be broken down into acetaldehyde or acetate. However, xylitol can be metabolized by certain types of liver cells.Xylitol BP/EP is a drug that belongs to the class of antidiabetic agents used for lowering blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes mellitus type II (insulin-dependent diabetes). It is an exogenous insulin secretagogue that stimulates insulin secretion from pancreatic

Propriedades químicas

• Peso molecular: 152.15 g/mol
• Fórmula: C₅H₁₂O₅
• Pureza: Min. 95%