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Methods for treating allergic disorders using optically pure (-) cetirizine

US5698558A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 27, 1997
Grant dateDec 16, 1997
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Expiry dateJan 27, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P37/08
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods are disclosed utilizing optically pure (-) cetirizine for the treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic rhinitis in humans while avoiding the concomitant liability of adverse effects associated with the racemic mixture of cetirizine. The optically pure (-) isomer is also useful for the treatment of allergic asthma.

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