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Compositions of N-(phosphonoacetyl)-L-aspartic acid and methods of their use as broad spectrum antivirals

US5491135A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 17, 1993
Grant dateFeb 13, 1996
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Expiry dateMar 17, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A50/30
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions and methods are disclosed which utilize the broad spectrum antiviral activity of PALA. This compound and its pharmaceutically acceptable analogs possess potent activity while displaying minimal toxicity and, therefore, are characterized by a relatively high therapeutic index. Compositions optionally containing other therapeutic agents, such as other antiviral agents, are also disclosed and are found to possess synergistic and/or additive antiviral activity.

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