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Methoxyamine potentiation of temozolomide anti-cancer activity

US6465448B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateAug 13, 1999
Grant dateOct 15, 2002
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Expiry dateAug 13, 2019

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P35/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention generally relates to novel compositions and methods for the treatment of certain cancers. Additionally, this invention relates to novel compositions and methods to screen drugs for the treatment of certain cancers. Specifically, the invention contemplates that temozolomide and methoxyamine, in combination or in sequence, shall be used as a treatment for certain tumors that are resistant to treatment by temozolomide alone.

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