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ABCA-1 elevating compounds

US6713650B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 5, 2001
Grant dateMar 30, 2004
Priority date
Expiry dateJun 26, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C2603/74
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides compounds that elevate cellular expression of the ABCA-1 gene, promoting cholesterol efflux from cells and increasing HDL levels in the plasma of a mammal, in particular humans. The compounds are useful for treating coronary artery disease.

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