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Glucagon antagonists/inverse agonists

US6503949B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateMay 16, 2000
Grant dateJan 7, 2003
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Expiry dateMay 16, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C2603/94
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Disclosed is a novel class of compounds of formula (I) wherein V, A, Y, Z, R1, E, X and D are as defined in the specification. These compounds act to antagonize the action of the glucagon hormone on the glucagon receptor. Owing to their antagonizing effect of the glucagon receptor, the compounds are suitable for treating or preventing glucagon-mediated conditions and diseases such as hyperglycemia, Type 1 diabetes, Type 2 diabetes and obesity.

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