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Bandage composition containing phage associated lytic enzymes useful for treating dermatological infections

US7169408B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 20, 2003
Grant dateJan 30, 2007
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Expiry dateJun 26, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC12Y302/01017
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention discloses a composition for dermatological infections by the use of a lytic enzyme in a carrier suitable for topical application to dermal tissues. The method for the treatment of dermatological infections comprises administering a composition comprising effective amount of a therapeutic agent, with the therapeutic agent comprising a lytic enzyme produced by infecting a bacteria with phage specific for that bacteria.

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