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Method for treating diseases using HSP90-inhibiting agents in combination with antimitotics

US7691838B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 27, 2004
Grant dateApr 6, 2010
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Expiry dateOct 6, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/427
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides a method for treating cancer. The method involves the administration of an HSP90 inhibitor and an antimitotic, where the combined administration provides a synergistic effect. In one aspect of the invention, a method of treating cancer is provided where a subject is treated with a dose of an HSP90 inhibitor in one step and a dose of an antimitotic in another step. In another aspect of the invention, a method of treating cancer is provided where a subject is first treated with a dose of an HSP90 inhibitor and subsequently treated with a dose of an antimitotic. In another aspect of the invention, a method of treating cancer is provided where a subject is first treated with a dose of an antimitotic and subsequently treated with a dose of an HSP90 inhibitor.

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