Neurotrophic factor
US5166317A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 31, 1988 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 31, 2008 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S530/848
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Novel neutrotrophic factor compositions are provided, obtained from lung tissue. The factors are found to be active on parasympathetic ganglion neutrons enhancing acetylcholine activity. The compositions find use in the treatment of a number of eye disorders.
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