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Melanocortin-4 receptor binding compounds and methods of use thereof

US6699873B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 2001
Grant dateMar 2, 2004
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D235/18
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

MC4-R binding compounds of the formula:B—Z—E  (I)wherein B is an anchor moiety, Z is a central moiety, and E is a MC4-R interacting. moiety are discussed. Methods of using the compounds to treat MC4-R associated disorders, such as disorders associated with weight loss, are also discussed.

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