OBG3 globular head and uses thereof for decreasing body mass
US6566332B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 5, 2001 |
| Grant date | May 20, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 5, 2021 |
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- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2799/026
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to the field of obesity research. Obesity is a public health problem that is serious and widespread. A compound, globular OBG3, has been identified that reduces weight gain in animals. This compound should be effective for reducing body mass and for treating obesity-related diseases and disorders. These obesity-related diseases and disorders include hyperlipidemias, atherosclerosis, diabetes, and hypertension.
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