Methods and compositions for treating herpes infections

Chemistry: molecular biology and microbiology – Measuring or testing process involving enzymes or... – Involving nucleic acid

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C435S007100, C435S345000

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ABSTRACT:
A method of treatment or prophylaxis of herpes infections and associated disease states by administration of compositions comprising immunoglobulins. Methods comprising intravenous and topical administration of immunoglobulins are provided.

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