Use of botulinum toxin for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of lithiasis of salivary gland, gall bladder, kidney, or pancreas
US7838009B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 6, 2005 |
| Grant date | Nov 23, 2010 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 6, 2025 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P13/12
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to the use of a pre-synaptic neuromuscular blocking substance for preparing a medicament intended to treat a gland, organ or duct obstructed by a naturally formed stone. This method can be applied notably for salivary gland, gall bladder, kidney or pancreas stones.
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