Immobilization of Papain in Chitosan Membranes as a Potential Alternative for Skin Wounds
Papain (an enzyme from the latex of <i>Carica papaya</i>) is an interesting natural bioactive macromolecule used as therapeutic alternative for wound healing due to debridement action in devitalized or necrotic tissues. However, its use in high doses can induce potential skin irritation...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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MDPI AG
2023-11-01
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Series: | Pharmaceutics |
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Online Access: | https://www.mdpi.com/1999-4923/15/12/2649 |