Physico-chemical properties of montmorillonite clays and their application in clinical practice (review)

Abstract

The review is devoted to the medical application of montmorillonite clay minerals. Properties and mechanisms of action of enterosorbents. The properties of the enterosorbents include an absorption capacity and active surface. The mechanisms of action include the sorption of toxins in the gastrointestinal tract, the contact effect on the mucosa, enhancing the release of toxins in the gastrointestinal tract, increasing the metabolism and excretion of toxins