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aldose reductase An enzyme normally present in the eye and elsewhere, which converts excess glucose–as occurs in DM—into sorbitol; excess sorbitol in the eye, nerves, and kidneys can lead to retinopathy, neuropathy, and
nephropathy. See Aldose reductase inhibitors. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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The company has confirmed that chalcones have insulin-like activity
and aldose reductase inhibitory activity so that they help prevent and
cure diabetes. Aldose reductase in
the etiology of diabetic complications. -- Zenarestat is an aldose reductase inhibitor licensed from
Fujisawa for the prevention of diabetic neuropathy. |
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