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Composition and method for treatment of disseminated fungal infections in mammals

US4663167A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 16, 1984
Grant dateMay 5, 1987
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Expiry dateApr 16, 2004

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/2984
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Method for treatment of disseminated fungal infection in a mammal comprising the administration of a fungicidally effective amount of Amphotericin B encapsulated in a substantially sterol-free liposome to the infected mammal. Also provided is an agent for treatment of disseminated fungal infection in a mammal comprising liposome-encapsulated Amphotericin B, said liposome being comprised of lipids other than sterols.

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