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Use of IL-4 for potentiation of chemotherapeutic agents

US5716612A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 12, 1994
Grant dateFeb 10, 1998
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Expiry dateOct 12, 2014

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

Abstract

Described is a method for potentiating the effects of chemotherapeutic agents or radiation therapy in mammals afflicted with cancer. The method comprises administering IL-4 in conjunction either with other chemotherapeutic agents or with radiation therapy.

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