Hydroxyproline
- Generic Name
- Hydroxyproline
- Drug Type
- Small Molecule
- Chemical Formula
- C5H9NO3
- CAS Number
- 51-35-4
- Unique Ingredient Identifier
- RMB44WO89X
Overview
Hydroxyproline is a neutral heterocyclic protein amino acid. It is found in collagen and as such it is common in many gelatin products. Hydroxyproline is mostly used as a diagnostic marker of bone turnover and liver fibrosis. Therapeutically, hydroxyproline is being studied as an an experimental medicine but is approved in France as a combination topical gel product called Cicactive for small, superficial wounds.
Background
Hydroxyproline is a neutral heterocyclic protein amino acid. It is found in collagen and as such it is common in many gelatin products. Hydroxyproline is mostly used as a diagnostic marker of bone turnover and liver fibrosis. Therapeutically, hydroxyproline is being studied as an an experimental medicine but is approved in France as a combination topical gel product called Cicactive for small, superficial wounds.
Indication
Used in France as a combination product for the treatment of small, superficial wounds.
Associated Conditions
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