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Method for treatment of pain

US6593331B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 4, 2002
Grant dateJul 15, 2003
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Expiry dateApr 4, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/506
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of treating pain with acetaminophen comprises the concurrent administration of a hydroxyazapirone selected from 6-hydroxybuspirone or 3-hydroxygepirone. This combination of agents results in a more morphine-like analgesic response characterized by rapid onset and greater pain relief.

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