Use of riluzole for the treatment of neuro-aids

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1995-02-28

1997-04-29

Travers, Russell

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

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ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to the application of riluzole or the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of this compound in the treatment of neuro-AIDS.

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