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Dermorphin analogs having pharmacological activity

US5602100A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 21, 1994
Grant dateFeb 11, 1997
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Expiry dateApr 21, 2014

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to novel dermorphin analogs having pharmacological activity. More particularly, this invention relates to novel tetrapeptides having specific structural features and a net charge of +2 or greater. The peptides of this invention are useful in treating pain and gastro-intestinal disorders. Accordingly, this invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising those peptides and methods for treating pain and gastro-intestinal disorders.

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