Methods and compositions for treating pulmonary disorders using optically pure (R,R)-formoterol
US5795564A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 7, 1996 |
| Grant date | Aug 18, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 7, 2016 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/52
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (R,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a potent bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects, having a low incidence of the development of tolerance and having increased bronchial distribution when administered by inhalation.
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