Method for inhibiting the growth of mammalian cells
US6140362A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 29, 1997 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2000 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 29, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P43/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for inhibiting mammalian cell growth is disclosed. The method uses compounds known as N-acetonylarylamides. The compounds have been shown to inhibit cell mitosis and to inhibit microtubule assembly. The method may be used to treat diseases associated with rapid cell growth, particularly cancer. The compounds used in the method of the present invention may be used in combination with other therapies and may be administered by known techniques for drug administration.
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