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Use of piperine as a bioavailability enhancer

US5972382A · kind A · utility

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60Claims
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Filing dateJan 12, 1998
Grant dateOct 26, 1999
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions and methods for the improvement of gastrointestinal absorption and systemic utilization of nutrients and nutritional supplements, wherein the compositions comprise a minimum of 98% of pure alkaloid piperine. The method comprises oral, topical, or parenteral administration of the compositions of the invention. A new process for the extraction and purification of piperine is also disclosed.

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