| 20120028911 | Mucin Derived Polypeptides - The present technology relates to isolated MUC17, Muc3 or MUC3 derived polypeptides and polynucleotides encoding the same. The MUC17, Muc3 or MUC3 derived polypeptides and polynucleotides can be used to treat gastrointestinal tract diseases and disorders. Also described herein are pharmaceutical compositions comprising MUC17, Muc3 or MUC3 derived polypeptides and/or polynucleotides encoding the same alone or in combination along with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent or excipient for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders and diseases, including, irritable bowel disease and its associated colitides, for example, Crohn's Disease. | 02-02-2012 |