Abstract: A method of obtaining a pharmacologically active extract of the cell walls of Gram-positive bacteria is disclosed. The method involves the treatment of the bacteria with acid such that the immune-stimulating properties are enhanced. The extracts have immune stimulating and anti-tumor activities with no toxicity at effective doses. The final products are stable, water-soluble powders.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
May 25, 2000
Date of Patent:
December 7, 2004
Assignee:
Aidan Products, LLC
Inventors:
Neil H. Riordan, XiaoLong Meng, Hugh D. Riordan