Abstract: The invention features compositions and methods for the administration of an oxidatively transformed carotenoid, or a component thereof, for improving the health of animals, such as increasing joint mobility, increasing activity, and improving coat quality. In particular, methods for improving the health of animals comprise administering compositions comprising an oligomeric material formed by reaction of oxygen with a carotenoid.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
April 30, 2010
Date of Patent:
October 29, 2019
Assignee:
Avivagen Inc.
Inventors:
Janusz Daroszewski, Clayton Paul Dick, Isabella Verzberger-Epshtein
Abstract: The use of oxidatively transformed carotenoid or a component thereof to enhance the immune response in a subject for the treatment of infection or to enhance the immune response to an antigen in a subject being immunized. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and kits containing the oxidatively transformed carotenoid.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
October 23, 2008
Date of Patent:
October 22, 2019
Assignees:
Avivagen Inc., National Research Council of Canada
Inventors:
James Johnston, Bozena Korczak, Graham Burton