Method for improving stool characteristics in infants
US10251899B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 14, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 9, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 25, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P1/12
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
In accordance with the present invention, a novel method for improving the stool characteristics, reducing the incidence of diarrhea, and firming the stool of a formula-fed infant has been discovered. The method comprises administering to the infant at least one prebiotic and hydrolyzed pectin.
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