Topical administration of amifostine and related compounds
US6753323B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 28, 2001 |
| Grant date | Jun 22, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 29, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P17/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention is directed to methods of treating or protecting mucosal tissue from damage associated with radiation and/or chemotherapeutic treatment of cancers, by the topical application of amifostine and related compounds. These methods avoid the side effects of systemically applied radio/chemo protectants. The invention is also directed to treatment and prevention of infections associated with mucositis by topical application of amifostine and related compounds.
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