Action Mechanism of Heparinoid in Asteatosis Based on Data from Basic Research

Abstract

Moisturizers for medical use are commonly used for the treatment of asteatosis. The moisturizer contains heparinoids, one of the most widely used in the medical field. Heparinoid is a polysulfated mucopolysaccharides (mucopolysaccharide polysulfate, MPS) made from chondroitin sulfate; it has a high water-holding capacity and moisturizing effect. In this paper, we review the action mechanism of MPS as a therapeutic agent for asteatosis, focusing on the pharmacological effects of MPS reported in recent years.