Compositions for microencapsulation of antigens for use as vaccines
US6913767B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 30, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jul 5, 2005 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 10, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2740/16134
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods and compositions are provided for the encapsulation of antigens in PLGA microspheres for use as vaccines. Such microspheres can also contain adjuvants. Mixtures of microspheres are provided which release antigen at desired intervals to provide boosts with antigen.
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