Methods and compositions for the disruption of biofilms
US8753662B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 14, 2008 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 13, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P31/04
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to methods of inhibiting biofilm formation or reducing biofilms in a subject or on a device or surface by administering a charged compound such as a polyamino acid to a subject, device or surface. The invention also relates to compositions for inhibiting biofilm formation or reducing biofilms.
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