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Use of inhibitors of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme a reductase as a modality in cancer therapy

US6040334A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 20, 1994
Grant dateMar 21, 2000
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Expiry dateOct 20, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P35/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods of treating various cancers, such as prostatic adenocarcinoma, with inhibitors of 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A reductase (HMG Co-A), such as lovastatin, are provided. Dosing ranges, schedules and toxicities are included.

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