Hyaluronic acid sodium (Sodium hyaluronate) is a biopolymer made of repeating disaccharide units. It is a main component of the extracellular matrix (ECM) and plays a significant role in various physiological processes, including wound healing, ovulation, fertilization, and signal transduction. It is also studied in the context of joint diseases and cancer.
- Activates PI3K-Akt signaling and regulates cancer-associated lymphangiogenesis
- Boosts cell invasion and angiogenesis by promoting proteolytic MMP-9 binding
- Used as a drug delivery agent for sodium butyrate to enhance anti-proliferative activity
- Improves tissue hydration and resistance to mechanical damage
- Reduces chemotaxis and migration of inflammatory cells