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The patent EP2298279 was granted to Vectura on Nov 14, 2018. The application was filed on Nov 30, 2001 under application number EP10182218A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| GLAXO GROUP | Aug 12, 2019 | J A KEMP | ADMISSIBLE |
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