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Peptide nucleic acids having antibacterial activity

US6734161B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 6, 2000
Grant dateMay 11, 2004
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Expiry dateJul 6, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2310/33
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods of and compositions for killing or inhibiting the growth of a bacteria are disclosed. The methods comprise the use of peptide nucleic acids that are targeted to mRNA and/or rRNA. In certain embodiments, methods include the use of one or more separate antibiotics.

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