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Methods and materials for treating depression and mood disorder

US6068846A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 5, 1999
Grant dateMay 30, 2000
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Expiry dateAug 5, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K36/88
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and materials for the treatment of depression or mood disorder. Specifically, the invention involves the use of 5-HTP and an extract to treat depression or mood disorders when administered orally. In addition, the invention provides less expensive, naturally derived dietary supplements to treat mild to moderate depression or mood disorder.

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