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Diagnosis and management of infection caused by Chlamydia

US6664239B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMar 19, 2002
Grant dateDec 16, 2003
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Expiry dateMar 19, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/455
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides a unique approach for the diagnosis and management of infections by Chlamydia species, particularly C. pneumoniae. The invention is based, in part, upon the discovery that a combination of agents directed toward the various stages of the chlamydial life cycle is effective in substantially reducing infection. Products comprising combination of antichlamydial agents, novel compositions and pharmaceutical packs are also described.

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