Use of tight junction antagonists to treat inflammatory bowel disease
US8796203B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 24, 2012 |
| Grant date | Aug 5, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 24, 2032 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07K7/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides materials and methods for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease (e.g., Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis). Materials of the invention may include compositions comprising one or more tight junction antagonists and optionally one or more therapeutic agents. Methods of the invention may comprise treating a subject in need thereof with a composition comprising one or more tight junction antagonists and, optionally one or more therapeutic agents.
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