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Methods of treating or preventing neuropathic pain using sibutramine metabolites

US6710087B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 4, 2002
Grant dateMar 23, 2004
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Expiry dateJun 4, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C2601/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Methods of making and using racemic and optically pure metabolites of sibutramine, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and clathrates thereof, are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions and dosage forms are also disclosed which comprise a dopamine reuptake inhibitor, such as a racemic or optically pure sibutramine metabolite, and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound.

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