| abstract |
Described herein are pharmaceutical compositions comprising a combination of formulations derived from Aloe vera for treating acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) or HIV infection. The composition comprises (i) an injectable sterile polymannan extract, (ii) Raidox (aloe anthraquinone and its diacetyl derivative), and (iii) lyophilized aloe vera powder, aloe vera juice, aloe gel or combination . In addition, one or more nutritional supplements, including fatty acids, proteins, minerals and metals, vitamins, salts, amino acids and other pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, are also indicated for chronic diarrhea, indigestion, and in some patients before and during the course of treatment. May be included to prevent weight loss. Also described are methods of treating AIDS or HIV infection using the compositions of the present invention. |