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Pulsatile delivery of leptin receptor ligands

US5965521A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 25, 1997
Grant dateOct 12, 1999
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P5/42
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides a method for optimizing the administration of leptin receptor ligands to a mammal in need of such treatment. More specifically, this invention provides an improved method of delivering leptin receptor ligands to a mammal in need of such treatment comprising pulsatile or peak delivery of leptin receptor ligands to treat obesity and related conditions, including hyperglucocorticoidinemia, fertility or delayed puberty, and/or growth hormone deficiencies.

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