Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series – Organic compounds – Carbohydrates or derivatives
Reexamination Certificate
2010-08-30
2011-11-29
Vivlemore, Tracy (Department: 1635)
Organic compounds -- part of the class 532-570 series
Organic compounds
Carbohydrates or derivatives
C514S04400A
Reexamination Certificate
active
08067577
ABSTRACT:
Methods and compositions for the treatment of intestinal disorders, such as IBD and Crohn's disease, are disclosed. Preferred compositions include siNA. Also disclosed is a method of specifically targeting siNA to treat intestinal disorders by intrarectal administration of siNA compounds.
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Gascón Irene
Jiménez Ana I.
Jiménez Maria Concepción
Román José P.
Sesto Angela
Brivanlou Margaret B.
King & Spalding LLP
Sonnenfeld Kenneth H.
Sylentis S.A.U.
Vivlemore Tracy
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