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Methods of making and using N-desmethylzopiclone

US6339086B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateApr 13, 2000
Grant dateJan 15, 2002
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Expiry dateApr 13, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07B2200/07
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention is directed to compositions comprising, and methods of using, racemic N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (−)-N-desmethylzopiclone in the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions in mammals. The invention is further directed to novel methods of preparing N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (−)-N-desmethylzopiclone.

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