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Use of piperine to increase the bioavailability of nutritional compounds

US5536506A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 24, 1995
Grant dateJul 16, 1996
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Expiry dateFeb 24, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K47/22
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A new composition and method for the improvement of gastrointestinal absorption and systemic utilization of nutrients and nutritional supplements, wherein the composition comprises an extract from the fruit of Piper containing a minimum of 98% of pure alkaloid piperine. The method comprises oral, topical, or parenteral administration of the compositions of the invention. A new process for the extraction and purification of piperine is also disclosed.

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