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Vaccine composition and stabilization method using high molecular weight PVP

US6982088B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 2001
Grant dateJan 3, 2006
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Expiry dateJan 12, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A50/30
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention concerns the stabilization of a vaccine composition maintained in liquid state by the use of high molecular weight polyvinylpyrrolidone, hence eliminating the use of albumen. The invention is of particular interest for vaccine compositions comprising attenuated live viruses such as oral vaccine against poliomyelitis.

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