Methods and Compositions for Inhibiting Clostridium Difficile Spore Germination and Outgrowth

Certain bile acids, including novel bile acids, and derivatives thereof can be used to inhibit the germination of C. difficile spores and/or the growth of C. difficile cells. The methods and compositions of the invention are useful for preventing and treating C. difficile-associated diseases, including but not limited to C. difficile colitis.

Patents:
WO 2,010,062,369

Inventor(s): SORG JOSEPH [US]; SONENSHEIN ABRAHAM L [US]

Type of Offer: Licensing



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