Methods Of Treating New-Onset Plaque Type Psoriasis Using Il-17 Antagonists - EP3487881

The patent EP3487881 was granted to Novartis on Aug 21, 2024. The application was originally filed on Jul 18, 2017 under application number EP17754796A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

EP3487881

NOVARTIS
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EP17754796A
Filing Date
Jul 18, 2017
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Granted And Under Opposition
Jul 19, 2024
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Aug 21, 2024
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