Methods for dissolving cystine stones and reducing cystine in urine
OwnerJ. Rozzell, Kavitha Vedha-Petersinventors
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Abstract
The present invention is directed to an improved method of treating cystinuria, utilizing the catalytic ability of cystinase to increase the rate of cystine stone dissolution.
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A method for dissolving cystine stones, comprising the step of administering to a patient a therapeutically effective amount of a cystinase.
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A method for the treatment of cystinuria comprising administering to a patient in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of a cystinase.
A method for lowering the concentration of cystine in a patient's urine, comprising the step of administering a therapeutically effective amount of a cystinase to the patient.
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