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Derivative of isoindigo, indigo and indirubin for the treatment of cancer

US6566341B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 13, 2001
Grant dateMay 20, 2003
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Expiry dateDec 13, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P35/00
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A compound called NATURA, which is a derivative of Isoindigo is useful in aiding the general health of a patient and specifically is beneficial in preventing or treating cancer. This compound and other related Isoindigo, Indigo and Indirubin derivatives are designed such that the bioactivity or bioavailability of the compound is increased. Also, pharmaceutical compositions that include a therapeutically effective amount of at least one of these derivatives and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. A method for the use of these pharmaceutical compositions and compounds is taught, wherein a therapeutically effective amount is administered to an animal. The pharmaceutical composition or compound can be re-administered to the animal until a desired treatment or result is accomplished.

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