Compounds and compositions for prevention of overdose of oxycodone
US7169752B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 30, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 30, 2007 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 30, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/08
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention relates to pharmaceutical compounds and compositions comprised of a chemical moiety attached to an opioid such as oxycodone in a manner that substantially decreases the potential of the opioid to cause overdose. When delivered at the proper dosage the pharmaceutical composition provides therapeutic activity similar to that of the parent active agent. Further the compounds and compositions of the invention are useful in preventing addiction and susceptibility to addiction.
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