Methods and compositions for improving digestion and absorption in the small intestine
US5977175A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 3, 1997 |
| Grant date | Nov 2, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides methods and compositions for slowing gastrointestinal transit and prolonging residence time to optimize presentation and absorption of ingested nutrients and/or pharmacologically active agents in the small intestine to prevent and/or reduce ineffectiveness thereof due to malabsorption. The present invention further provides methods and compositions for enhancing the bioavailability and therapeutic effectiveness of pharmacologically active agents.
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