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Phytochemicals for treatment of endometriosis

US7384972B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 26, 2004
Grant dateJun 10, 2008
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Expiry dateJan 28, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/127
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

New compositions are disclosed that comprise the phytochemical Diindolylmethane (DIM), as well as its precursor, Indole-3-carbinol (I3C), and cogener, 2-(Indol-3-ylmethyl)-3,3′diindolylmethane (LTR-1), acceptable carriers and/or excipients. These compositions are administered to prevent or reduce symptoms associated with mastalgia and endometriosis.

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