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Cathepsin cysteine protease inhibitors

US6835727B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 23, 2002
Grant dateDec 28, 2004
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Expiry dateDec 25, 2022

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D471/04
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to a novel class of compounds which are cysteine protease inhibitors, including but not limited to, inhibitors of Cathepsins K and L. These compounds are useful for treating diseases in which inhibition of bone resorption is indicated, such as osteoporosis.

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