Polysaccharide compound with a defined molecular structure for the treatment of pulmonary fibrosis

Abstract

This invention pertains to the field of plant extraction and separation technology and provides a polysaccharide compound, GLP-4, with a defined molecular structure, effective in treating emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis, and exhibiting antitumor effects. The molecular formula is: (C162H270O135)n. The polysaccharide compound is obtained by extracting from a residue of Ganoderma lucidum processed with alkaline solution under high temperature and high pressure, followed by column chromatographic separation. The polysaccharide compound features excellent water solubility and is readily absorbed by the human body. The polysaccharide compound shows superior efficacy in treating emphysema and pulmonary fibrosis compared to pirfenidone and is also effective for patients with advanced cancer (those who are no longer surgical candidates, with a life expectancy of only three to six months, and still eligible for chemotherapy).

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