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Use of GLP-1 or analogs to abolish catabolic changes after surgery

US6006753A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 21, 1997
Grant dateDec 28, 1999
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Expiry dateAug 21, 2017

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07K14/605
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention provides a method of attenuating post-surgical catabolic changes and hormonal responses to stress. GLP-1, a GLP-1 analog, or a GLP-1 derivative, is administered at a dose effective to normalize blood glucose.

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