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Enhancement of exercise performance by augmenting endogenous nitric oxide production or activity

US6117872A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 23, 1998
Grant dateSep 12, 2000
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Expiry dateJun 23, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/505
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

NO precursors are administered at elevated levels in addition to the diet of the individual to enhance exercise performance. Particularly, L-arginine and L-lysine by enhancing endothelial NO production can provide for greater aerobic capacity and improved exercise performance.

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