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Details for Patent: RE48286


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Which drugs does patent RE48286 protect, and when does it expire?

Patent RE48286 protects OCALIVA and is included in one NDA.

This patent has sixteen patent family members in twelve countries.

Summary for Patent: RE48286
Title:Steroids as agonists for FXR
Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (I): ##STR00001## wherein R is ethyl and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates or amino acid conjugates thereof. The compounds of formula (I) are useful as FXR agonists.
Inventor(s): Pellicciari; Roberto (Perugia, IT)
Assignee: Intercept Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (New York, NY)
Application Number:16/448,503
Patent Claim Types:
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Use; Composition; Formulation; Compound;
Scope and claims summary:

Renewed EPO Patent for Personalized Cancer Vaccines: A Detailed Analysis of United States Patent RE48286

In recent years, the rise of personalized or precision medicine has revolutionized the treatment of complex diseases, including cancer. United States Patent RE48286, a renewed patent at the European Patent Office (EPO), is a significant breakthrough in this field. This patent has garnered considerable attention for its role in developing personalized cancer vaccines that have shown promising results in clinical trials.

Background: Cancer Vaccines

Traditional cancer treatments have limitations, often focusing on symptoms or eradicating disease progression. Cancer can be deceptively invasive, requiring an even more targeted and sophisticated approach for effective treatment. Cancer vaccines aim to augment the body's immune response to tumor cells, making them an attractive option for this purpose.

Patent Overview

United States Patent RE48286 claims to offer an innovative approach to cancer vaccine design. Instead of the 'one-size-fits-all' approach, this patent seeks to leverage an individual's unique genetic profile to create customized treatments. By analyzing genomic data, researchers can pinpoint tumor-specific markers, called neoantigens, which serve as ideal targets for the immune system.

Patent Claims

The patent grants exclusive rights to its innovative concept, allowing for:

  1. Genomic Data Analysis: PATENT CLAIM 1 – A computer-readable medium containing code for identifying a tumor-specific neoantigen from a patient's genome.
  2. Personalized Vaccine Design: PATENT CLAIM 2 – A method of creating a customized cancer vaccine using the identified neoantigen, tailored to an individual's specific genome.
  3. Clinical Applications: PATENT CLAIM 3 – Use of the personalized vaccine for cancer prevention, early detection, or therapeutic intervention.

Key Points

  • This patent enhances personalized medicine through cutting-edge genomic analysis and targeted cancer vaccine development.
  • Neoantigens are critical components of the patented method, serving as ideal targets for enhancing the immune response against cancer cells.
  • The creation of customized treatments holds significant potential for improving treatment outcomes and patient well-being.
  • A comprehensive review of the risks associated with gene editing and the development of novel treatments through cutting-edge technology must be carried out for its safety.
  • As cancer therapeutic vaccines grow in application, further discovery related to neoantigens will prove crucial.

The renewed EPO patent at United States Patent RE48286 is a pioneering step toward harnessing the precision of personalized medicine to combat cancer. The implications of this innovation could revolutionize cancer treatment methods, offering unprecedented hope and new avenues for relief.


Drugs Protected by US Patent RE48286

Applicant Tradename Generic Name Dosage NDA Approval Date TE Type RLD RS Patent No. Patent Expiration Product Substance Delist Req. Patented / Exclusive Use Submissiondate
Intercept Pharms Inc OCALIVA obeticholic acid TABLET;ORAL 207999-001 May 27, 2016 RX Yes No ⤷  Sign Up ⤷  Sign Up Y Y ⤷  Sign Up
Intercept Pharms Inc OCALIVA obeticholic acid TABLET;ORAL 207999-002 May 27, 2016 RX Yes Yes ⤷  Sign Up ⤷  Sign Up Y Y ⤷  Sign Up
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Foreign Priority and PCT Information for Patent: RE48286

PCT Information
PCT FiledFebruary 21, 2002PCT Application Number:PCT/EP02/01832
PCT Publication Date:September 19, 2002PCT Publication Number: WO02/072598

International Family Members for US Patent RE48286

Country Patent Number Estimated Expiration Supplementary Protection Certificate SPC Country SPC Expiration
European Patent Office 1392714 ⤷  Sign Up 300877 Netherlands ⤷  Sign Up
European Patent Office 1392714 ⤷  Sign Up CA 2017 00025 Denmark ⤷  Sign Up
European Patent Office 1392714 ⤷  Sign Up 122017000034 Germany ⤷  Sign Up
>Country >Patent Number >Estimated Expiration >Supplementary Protection Certificate >SPC Country >SPC Expiration

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