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Composition, kit and method for treatment of disorders associated with bronchoconstriction and lung inflammation

US6025339A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 26, 1996
Grant dateFeb 15, 2000
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Expiry dateNov 26, 2016

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2310/315
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of reducing bronchoconstriction in a subject in need of such treatment is disclosed. The method comprises administering to the subject an antisense oligonucleotide molecule directed against the A.sub.1 or A.sub.3 adenosine receptor in an amount effective to reduce bronchoconstriction. The method is useful for treating patients afflicted with asthma. Pharmaceutical formulations are also disclosed.

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