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Study: ThGRF peptide improves immune function among elderly.(Brief Article)

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| July 10, 2002 | COPYRIGHT 2009 NewsRX. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

2002 JUL 10 - (NewsRx.com & NewsRx.net) -- Theratechnologies has announced the successful completion of a phase II clinical trial to determine the efficacy and safety profile of the ThGRF (TH9507) peptide on the immune response of elderly people to influenza vaccine.

This phase II trial was a proof-of-concept study to determine ThGRF's potential to improve the immune system of patients who experience immune dysfunctions.

The chosen model for this study was influenza vaccination in elderly patients, known to be prone to medical complications related to influenza, especially pneumonia, because of their impaired immune system. This model permitted rapid access…

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