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(57) [Summary] [Structure] As an amino sugar containing a sugar moiety, which is recognized by lectins (BD-galactose, BD-N-acetylgalactosamine, L-rhamnose and B-fucose) on oral bacteria. An oral hygiene anti-plaque composition comprising an active ingredient. [Effects] Amino sugars, alone or in combination with each other, enhance the bacterial aggregation inhibitory action, surfactant and antibacterial activity. |