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Oligonucleotides specific for hepatitis B virus

US6984729B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 28, 1997
Grant dateJan 10, 2006
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Expiry dateJul 28, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12N2310/315
  • WIPO fieldBiotechnology
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention discloses synthetic oligonucleotides complementary to contiguous and noncontiguous regions of the HBV RNA. Also disclosed are methods and kits for inhibiting the replication and expression of HBV, and for treating HBV infections and associated conditions.

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