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Uses of hibiscus, in particular pharmaceutical uses

US9492489B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 6, 2008
Grant dateNov 15, 2016
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Expiry dateFeb 20, 2031

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02A50/30
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to the use of hibiscus or of a crude or purified hibiscus extract in the preparation of a medicament for the treatment or prevention of urinary infections associated with the presence of Escherichia coli and Candida albicans, especially for the treatment or prevention of cystitis.

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