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(57) [Summary] [Structure] A glucosyltransferase inhibitor comprising a glucosyltransferase activity inhibitor extracted from tamarind husk. Also, an oral preparation and a food or drink which have been given a caries preventive action by adding the same. [Effect] It is highly safe and there is no need to worry if it is taken into the body. In addition, since the tamarind husk extract itself has a strong effect of inhibiting the activity of glucosyltransferase, Only a small amount of addition is required to give a caries preventive action by adding it to oral agents and foods and drinks. |