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Compositions and methods for the treatment of colorectal cancer

US6914067B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 14, 2001
Grant dateJul 5, 2005
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Expiry dateJan 26, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to compositions comprising thalidomide and irinotecan, which can be used in the treatment or prevention of colorectal cancer. The invention also relates to methods of treating or preventing colorectal cancer which comprise the administration of thalidomide and irinotecan to a patient in need of such treatment or prevention. The invention further relates to methods of reducing or avoiding adverse side effects associated with the administration of irinotecan which comprise the administration of thalidomide to a patient in need of such reduction or avoidance.

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