Viroblock SA Reports Positive Results of Preclinical Studies in Antiviral N... ( GENEVA Switzerland March 31 /- Vi...)

Viroblock SA Reports Positive Results of Preclinical Studies in Antiviral Nasal Spray

Date:3/31/2009

GENEVA, Switzerland, March 31 /PRNewswire/ -- Viroblock SA has announced today that the first generation of VCCD Tech antiviral nasal spray formulation is active against human influenza. Viroblock's patented Cholesterol Catalytic Depletion Technology (VCCD Tech) inactivates enveloped viruses during the extra-cellular phase, by altering and destabilizing cholesterol-rich viral envelopes.

The two pre-clinical studies exposed ferrets to Influenza A Wisconsin/67/2005 and influenza A Panama/2007/99 strains, and were conducted by Retroscreen Virology Ltd, a recognized leader in the research and testing of antiviral compounds and vaccines. Both the direct inoculation and the natural transmission protocols have confirmed the effectiveness and the value of the antiviral nasal spray.

These in-vivo campaigns confirm all in laboratory in-vitro studies to date and demonstrate that VCCD Tech represents a breakthrough for inactivating a number of enveloped viruses and their strains.

"Our depletion technology shows no toxicity at the dosage we tested thus far and allegedly limits the development of any viral resistance, and makes it effective on all families of enveloped viruses, such as human and avian influenzas, SARS, AIDS, Ebola and smallpox viruses."

"This is an exciting development period for Viroblock and the most recent pre-clinical performance is a testament to our innovative and cutting-edge technology, the quality of our team, board of directors and investors."

"We, at Viroblock, leverage all our technological assets for rapidly developing the next generation of antiviral nasal sprays; I am also confident that our technology will become an important element of pandemic influenza preparedness efforts".

"Our ability to deliver tailored antiviral formulations, which can exist as colloidal suspensions, gels, creams, and aerosol sprays, opens promising business
'/>"/>

0

GOOD

Page: 1 2
Related biology technology :

1. DOR BioPharma Reports Year-End 2008 Financial Results and Reviews Recent Accomplishments
2. IDM Pharma Reports 2008 Financial Results
3. BioSpecifics Technologies Corp. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Financial Results
4. Amorcyte Reports Phase I Results of AMR-001 to Improve Recovery From Severe Heart Attack at ACC Annual Scientific Session
5. TorreyPines Therapeutics Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Results
6. Catalyst Pharmaceutical Partners Reports Fourth Quarter and Year-End 2008 Financial Results
7. Cornerstone Therapeutics Reports Year Ended December 31, 2008 Financial Results
8. ADVENTRX Pharmaceuticals, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2008 Financial Results
9. Cell Therapeutics, Inc. Reports Outcome of Special Meeting of Shareholders
10. China Bio Energy Reports Fourth Quarter and Record 2008 Financial Results
11. Neogen Reports Record Third Quarter

Post Your Comments:

Viroblock SA Reports Positive Results of Preclinical Studies in Antiviral N...( GENEVA Switzerland March 31 /- Vi...)