Methods and compositions for treatment of ion imbalances
US8147873B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 26, 2008 |
| Grant date | Apr 3, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P9/12
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising sodium-binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hypertension, chronic heart failure, end stage renal disease, liver cirrhosis, chronic renal insufficiency, fluid overload, or sodium overload.
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