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Use of liposomes as carriers for metalloporphyrins

US5010073A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 26, 1990
Grant dateApr 23, 1991
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Expiry dateFeb 26, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Pharmaceutical copositions comprising liposomal metalloporphyrins are provided for parenteral administration to mammals, including humans. These liposomal metalloporphyrins selectively target the spleen and markedly inhibit the heme oxygenase activity therein. A method is also provided for intravenous administration of these compositions to mammals to selectively target the spleen.

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