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Method and composition for treating psoriasis

US5217962A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateJan 28, 1992
Grant dateJun 8, 1993
Priority date
Expiry dateJan 28, 2012

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/7004
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention pertains to the novel use of N-acetyl glucosamine as a cytoprotective agent for persons afflicted with psoriasis by restoring integrity and normal function of skin. A method of treating psoriasis in a human being comprising feeding the human being a therapeutic amount of N-acetyl glucosamine, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, on a periodic basis.

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