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Agent for the prevention or treatment of cataracts

US5804597A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 6, 1997
Grant dateSep 8, 1998
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Expiry dateJan 6, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P27/02
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An agent for the prevention or treatment of cataracts comprising a proanthocyanidin oligomer is provided. The oral administration or application to the eyes of the agent of the invention produces a sufficient preventive or therapeutic effect against cataracts caused by oxidative disorders.

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