Compositions and methods for enhancing the efficacy of contraceptive microbicides
US11439610B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 9, 2020 |
| Grant date | Sep 13, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 9, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P31/18
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure relates to compositions and methods for contraception that also enhance the efficacy of microbicides. Such compositions serve the dual purpose of preventing pregnancy and lessening the risk of spreading sexually transmitted diseases. More specifically, the compositions and methods relate to synergistic contraceptive microbicide and antiviral compositions comprising a combination of a contraceptive microbicide and an antiviral agent in an acidic carrier that enhances the efficacy of both the contraceptive microbicide and antiviral agent.
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