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Composition and method for treatment of disseminated fungal infections in mammals

US4978654A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 12, 1987
Grant dateDec 18, 1990
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/7048
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method is disclosed 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 Amphotericin B encapsulated in a liposome which consists essentially of lipids other than sterols.

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