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Methods for treating hypercholesterolemia using antibodies to PCSK9

US8357371B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 27, 2011
Grant dateJan 22, 2013
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Expiry dateMay 3, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K2317/94
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods for treating hypercholesterolemia. The methods of the present invention comprise administering to a subject in need thereof a therapeutic composition comprising an anti-PCSK9 antibody or antigen-binding fragment thereof.

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