Stabilized compositions of superoxide dismutase obtained from germinated plant seeds
US5904921A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jan 22, 1997 |
| Grant date | May 18, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 22, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N9/0089
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Germinated plant seeds are disclosed as a source of superoxide dismutase (SOD). The SOD is stabilized to temperatures of at least 45.degree. C. when combined in a stabilizing composition comprising a peroxidase, a peroxidase cofactor, and a hydrophilic substance selected from sugars and polyols of less than 2,000 g/mole in molecular mass. The stabilized SOD compositions can be used in cosmetic, pharmaceutical or food compositions. Methods of treating mammals against the harmful effects of free radicals and against inflammation are also disclosed.
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