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Heterocyclic analogs of diphenylethylene compounds

US7407978B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 8, 2002
Grant dateAug 5, 2008
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Expiry dateJul 25, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D277/34
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel diphenylethylene compounds and derivatives thereof containing thiazolidinedione or oxazolidinedione moieties are provided which are effective in lowering blood glucose level, serum insulin, triglyceride and free fatty acid levels in animal models of Type II diabetes. The compounds are disclosed as useful for a variety of treatments including the treatment of inflammation, inflammatory and immunological diseases, insulin resistance, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, cancer and multiple sclerosis.

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