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Glucagon-like peptide-2 and its therapeutic use

US5990077A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateApr 14, 1995
Grant dateNov 23, 1999
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Expiry dateApr 14, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG01N2500/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Glucagon-like peptide 2, a product of glucagon gene expression, has been identified as a gastrointestinal tissue growth factor. Its effects on the growth of small intestine and on pancreatic islets are described. Its formulation as a pharmaceutical, and its therapeutic use in treating bowel tissue disorders and in treating diabetes, are described.

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