PHTHALOCYANINE AND PORPHYRAZINE PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS

摘要

Pharmaceutical compositions containing a neutral or negatively charged compound having a phthalocyanine structure or one of the porphyrazines or the metal-complex formed thereof are effective in decreasing infection by HIV and other pathogens leading to sexually transmitted diseases. The compositions can be made suitable for any mode of administration. Preferably, the composition is suitable for topical administration, especially for mucosal administration. The most preferred composition is suitable for vaginal or rectal administration.