Pharmaceutical gallium compositions and methods
US7354952B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 20, 2006 |
| Grant date | Apr 8, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 20, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S424/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Novel pharmaceutical gallium compositions, including gallium complexes having increased oral bioavailability relative to uncomplexed gallium salts are disclosed. Such compositions are useful in the treatment of conditions and diseases in which inhibition of abnormally increased calcium resorption is desired, including cancer, hypercalcemia, osteoporosis, osteopenia and Paget's disease. Methods for preparation and treatment are also provided.
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