Composition and method for treating graft-versus-host disease
US7173016B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 18, 2005 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 18, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P37/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Compositions and methods are provided for prevention and clinical treatment of various forms of graft-versus-host disease (GVHD) by using inhibitors of adenosine deaminase (ADA). In particular, various formulations and dosing regimens of ADA inhibitors such as pentostatin are provided for the treatment of all forms of GVHD, especially steroid-refractory acute and chronic GVHD.
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