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Semisynthetic erythromycin antibiotics

US4740502A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 20, 1986
Grant dateApr 26, 1988
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Expiry dateJun 20, 2006

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07H17/08
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Semisynthetic antibiotics with improved therapeutic properties made from erythromycin are disclosed. Certain 4"-carbamates of erythromycin, its derivatives, and their salts and esters show superior in vitro antimicrobial activity and reduced gastrointestinal stimulation compared to the parent compounds.

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