Uses of hibiscus, in particular pharmaceutical uses
US9492489B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 6, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 15, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 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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