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Immunomodulatory compounds for the restoration of vitamin D sensitivity in vitamin D resistant tumor cells

US8841325B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 24, 2010
Grant dateSep 23, 2014
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Expiry dateApr 11, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N33/5011
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Provided herein are methods of restoring vitamin D sensitivity in tumor cells that are vitamin D resistant. Also provided are methods of treating, preventing or managing cancer using an immunomodulatory compound in combination with a vitamin D agent. Pharmaceutical compositions and single unit dosage forms suitable for use in the methods provided herein are also disclosed.

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