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Nitrosated and nitrosylated potassium channel activators, compositions and methods of use

US6417207B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 12, 2000
Grant dateJul 9, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 12, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/455
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention describes novel nitrosated and/or nitrosylated potassium channel activators, and novel compositions comprising at least one nitrosated and/or nitrosylated potassium channel activator, and, optionally, at least one compound that donates, transfers or releases nitric oxide, elevates endogenous levels of endothelium-derived relaxing factor, stimulates endogenous synthesis of nitric oxide or is a substrate for nitric oxide synthase and/or at least one vasoactive agent. The present invention also provides novel compositions comprising at least one potassium channel activator, and at least one compound that donates, transfers or releases nitric oxide, elevates endogenous levels of endothelium-derived relaxing factor, stimulates endogenous synthesis of nitric oxide or is a substrate for nitric oxide synthase and/or at least one vasoactive agent. The present invention also provides methods for treating or preventing sexual dysfunctions in males and females, for enhancing sexual responses in males and females, and for treating or preventing cardiovascular disorders, cerebrovascular disorders, hypertension, asthma, baldness, urinary incontinence, epilepsy, sleep disorde…

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