Method and composition for the treatment and prevention of viral infections
US4957910A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 8, 1988 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 8, 2008 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P31/12
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method is provided for treating a viral infection in a subject by administering a surfactant and/or a steroid so as to produce a high concentration thereof in the systemic circulation. The method is particularly applicable to the treatment of HIV infections. The use of surfactants and/or steroids in the production of pharmaceutical compositions is described.
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