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Peptides that block viral infectivity and methods of use thereof

US6258932A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 9, 1999
Grant dateJul 10, 2001
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Expiry dateAug 9, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/916
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The discovery of peptides in amide form that inhibit viral infection, including human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) infection is disclosed. Methods of use of peptides are also disclosed including use in medicaments for the treatment and prevention of viral infection, such as HIV infection.

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