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Use of suramin to treat rheumatologic diseases

US5158940A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 14, 1990
Grant dateOct 27, 1992
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Expiry dateFeb 14, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P37/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Polysulfonated compounds such as suramin are used to treat immunoregulatory isorders. Particular use in the treatment of rheumatologic diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis is shown.

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