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Methods and therapeutic compositions for treating cystic fibrosis

US5674898A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 7, 1993
Grant dateOct 7, 1997
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Expiry dateJun 7, 2013

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K48/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods and compositions for treating Cystic Fibrosis by mobilizing mutant forms of CFTR, which retain at least some functional activity, to the plasma membrane where they can mediate chloride ion transport are disclosed.

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