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Retinoid conjugate compounds useful for the treatment of aging skin

US5863942A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 1, 1996
Grant dateJan 26, 1999
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Expiry dateOct 1, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C2601/16
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Skin aging and related conditions can be effectively treated with a conjugate of a retinoid and a bioactive organic acid preferably selected from among alpha-hydroxy acids, beta-hydroxy acids, and keto-acids; preferred conjugates include retinyl glycolyl ether and retinyl glycolate (as either the ester or reverse ester).

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