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Vasoactive effects and free radical generation by .beta.-amyloid peptides

US6011019A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 12, 1996
Grant dateJan 4, 2000
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Expiry dateNov 12, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P25/28
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method is disclosed for treating and preventing diseases, wherein at least one of the causes of the disease is .beta.-amyloid peptide induced change in free radical production resulting in vascular endothelial dysfunction and vasoactivity, by antagonizing vascular free radicals in excess of functional equilibrium. An animal model for the disease is also disclosed.

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