Methods of using aminothiols to promote hematopoietic progenitor cell growth
US5906984A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Mar 24, 1998 |
| Grant date | May 25, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 24, 2018 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P37/04
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods of stimulating he growth of hematopoietic progenitor cells. In particular, it relates to the use of thiols and related compounds in stimulating the growth of hematopoietic progenitor cells in vitro and in vivo. Furthermore, the present invention relates to methods of using these compounds for the treatment of marrow failure states and immunodeficient conditions, including but not limited to myelodysplastic syndromes and acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
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