Patent · US Expired

Composition for suppressing appetite

US6025363A · kind A · utility

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27Claims
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Key dates

Filing dateApr 9, 1999
Grant dateFeb 15, 2000
Priority date
Expiry dateApr 9, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K36/67
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for promoting appetite suppression without promoting anxiety, by administering at least one kavalactone and at least one methylxanthine. The compositions balance the energizing effects of methylxanthine stimulants with the calming effects of kavalactone relaxants. The compositions of the invention are presented in a variety of formulations, with or without other active ingredients such as vitamins and minerals.

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