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Alpha-aminoamide derivatives as melanocortin agonists

US6916812B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 4, 2002
Grant dateJul 12, 2005
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Expiry dateApr 3, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D409/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel piperazine and homopiperazine derivatives are agonists of melanocortin receptor(s) and are useful for the treatment, control, or prevention of diseases and disorders responsive to the activation of the melanocortin receptors. The compounds of the present invention are therefore useful for treatment or prevention of diseases and disorders such as obesity, diabetes, and sexual dysfunction.

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