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S-enantiomerically enriched compositions of beta blockers for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis

US11938102B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 15, 2021
Grant dateMar 26, 2024
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Expiry dateFeb 16, 2042

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P25/28
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to S-enantiomerically enriched compositions of beta blockers and uses thereof, including uses of the beta blocker compositions for treating amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. The beta blocker compositions can also be used for preventing loss of lean mass, preventing body weight loss in subjects, improving quality of life in subjects, and prolonging survival in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis patients. The beta blocker can be oxprenolol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

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