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Human IL-2 as a vaccine adjuvant

US5503841A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 1989
Grant dateApr 2, 1996
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2039/55533
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods for enhancing the immune response to vaccination in animals, including humans, comprise administering interleukin-2 (IL-2) as part of the vaccination regimen, preferably for 5 to 14 days post-vaccination. In addition, compositions for enhancing the immune response of an animal to a vaccine employ IL-2 as an active ingredient, preferably human IL-2.

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