Methods for concomitant administration of colchicine and macrolide antibiotics
US7619004B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 3, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 17, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 3, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/7048
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for concomitant administration of colchicine together with one or more macrolide antibiotics, e.g., clarithromycin or erythromycin, are disclosed. Such methods reduce the dangers commonly associated with such concomitant administration and provide additional benefits. Methods of notifying health care practitioners and patients regarding appropriate dosing for co-administration of colchicine together with macrolide antibiotics are also provided.
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