Absorption of myo-inositol hexakisphosphate (InsP6) through the skin in humans

Pharmazie. 2006 Jul;61(7):652.

Abstract

In this paper, we present a pilot study of the absorption of myo-inositol hexakisphosphate (InsP6) through the skin in humans. We found that, after topical treatment with a 4% InsP6 rich gel, InsP6 urinary excretion increased 54% compared to the control situation (participants submitted to an InsP6-poor diet for 15 days, n = 6), clearly demonstrating that InsP6 is absorbed through the skin of humans. These results demonstrate the topical application as a suitable administration route of InsP6 in humans.

MeSH terms

  • Administration, Topical
  • Adult
  • Diet
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Phytic Acid / pharmacokinetics*
  • Phytic Acid / urine
  • Skin Absorption / physiology*

Substances

  • Phytic Acid