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Alkaline and acid phosphatase inhibitors in treatment of neurological disorders

US5567724A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 1, 1994
Grant dateOct 22, 1996
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Expiry dateJun 1, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides a method of inhibiting .beta.-amyloid toxicity in brain cells. The method includes administering to the cells an amount of an alkaline phosphatase inhibitor which is pharmacologically effective to reduce degeneration in the cells. Methods of treatment of peripheral neuropathy are also provided using acid or alkaline phosphatase inhibitors.

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