Conversion of nitrogen dioxide (NO2) to nitric oxide (NO)
US10814092B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 12, 2018 |
| Grant date | Oct 27, 2020 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 11, 2039 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61M2202/0275
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Inhalation of low levels of nitric oxide can rapidly and safely decrease pulmonary hypertension in mammals. A nitric oxide delivery system that converts nitrogen dioxide to nitric oxide employs a surface-active material, such as silica gel, coated with an aqueous solution of antioxidant, such as ascorbic acid.
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