Use of betulin and analogs thereof to treat herpesvirus infectio

Details Use of betulin and analogs thereof to treat herpesvirus infectio Use of betulin and analogs thereof to treat herpesvirus infectio

1997-02-11

1998-05-12

Kunz, Gary L.

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Designated organic active ingredient containing

Hydrocarbon doai

514934, A01N 2700, A01N 3100, A61K 39245

Patent

active

057505780

ABSTRACT:
A therapeutic method is provided for treating a mammal afflicted with a herpesvirus infection comprising administering an effective amount of betulin or a derivative thereof.

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