Elastase Inhibitor

Elastase inhibitors are drugs that are used to inhibit the activity of elastase enzymes. Elastase is an enzyme found in the human body and is responsible for the breakdown of elastin, a protein that gives skin and other tissues their elasticity. Elastase inhibitors work by blocking the activity of elastase, thus preventing it from breaking down elastin. This can be beneficial in the treatment of conditions such as emphysema and cystic fibrosis, which are caused by the destruction of elastin in the lungs. Elastase inhibitors can also be used to treat skin conditions such as wrinkles, where elastin breakdown is thought to contribute to the formation of wrinkles. By blocking the activity of elastase, elastase inhibitors can help to restore the elasticity of the skin, leading to a more youthful appearance.