摘要 |
An anti-inflammatory preparation comprises a purified, active fraction isolated from a lipid extract of Perna canaliculus or Mytilus edulis, or an active component thereof. The compound 5,11,14,17-eicosatetraenoic acid may be a major constituent of the active fraction. A substantially pure form of 5,11,14,17-eicosatetraenoic acid is isolated and pharmaceutically acceptable esters, amides and salts thereof identified. These compounds are also used in anti-inflammatory preparations and treatments.
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