Biologically active conjugate of a biopolymer and therapeutic agent
US7417021B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 7, 2004 |
| Grant date | Aug 26, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 3, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY10S530/816
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A biologically active conjugate is disclosed comprising a biopolymer and a therapeutic agent joined by a disulfide bond. The conjugate, when formulated in a pharmaceutical composition with a suitable carrier, has improved in vivo stability and activity, and can be targeted to a variety of cells, tissues and organs.
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