Use of anti-estrogenic compounds as anti-fungal agents
AssigneeEntreMed, Inc.
InventorsShawn J. Green, Adonia Papathanassiu
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Abstract
The present invention provides compounds that are useful for inhibiting the proliferation of fungi. The compounds are estrogenic derivatives, such as 2ME2, or anti-estrogenic compounds. The compounds may be used for treating infections of fungi in humans and animals, or to prevent or inhibit the growth of fungi on any surface.
Claims8
A method of inhibiting the proliferation of a fungus in an individual, comprising administering to the individual a proliferation-inhibiting amount of an anti-estrogenic compound, wherein the anti-estrogenic compound is not tamoxifen.
A method of treating a fungal infection in an individual, comprising administering to the individual a fungal infection-treatment effective amount of an anti-estrogenic compound wherein the anti-estrogenic compound is not tamoxifen.
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