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Method of combatting infectious diseases using dicatonic bis-benzimidazoles

US5817687A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 29, 1997
Grant dateOct 6, 1998
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Expiry dateMay 29, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P31/10
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods for treating Cryptococcus neoformans and Candida albicans in a subject in need of such treatment. The methods comprises administering to the subject a dicationic bis-benzimidazole in an amount effective to treat the conditions.

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