Methods ad compositions of (-) ketoconazole for treating fungal yeast and dermatophyte infections
US6040307A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | May 18, 1999 |
| Grant date | Mar 21, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 18, 2019 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/495
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods and compositions are disclosed utilizing the optically pure (-) isomer of ketoconazole. This compound is a potent drug for the treatment of local and systemic fungal, yeast, and dermatophyte infections, while avoiding the concomitant liability of adverse effects associated with the racemic mixture of ketoconazole.
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