ADMINISTRATION OF PRODUCTS OF THE 5-LIPOXYGENASE COMPOUND CHANGE TO INCREASE ANTIMICROBIAL DEFENSE

摘要

The use of lekotrienes and other products of the 5-lipoxygenase pathway to enhance bacterial defense and treat infections is described. The products are especially useful when administered to the lungs for the treatment of pneumonia and other lower respiratory tract infections. The products may be administered for treatment or prophylactic purposes and may be administered concomitantly with antibiotics to combat infection.