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Substituted heterocycle fused gamma-carbolines

US7081455B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 25, 2004
Grant dateJul 25, 2006
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Expiry dateFeb 25, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D495/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention is directed to methods of treating addictive behavior and sleep disorders by administering compounds represented by structural Formula (I)or pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, wherein R1, R5, R6a, R6b, R7, R8, R9, X, b, k, m, and n, and the dashed lines are described herein. The compounds used in the method of treatment of this invention are serotonin agonists and antagonists and are useful in the control or prevention of central nervous system disorders including addictive behavior and sleep disorders.

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