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Synergistic combinations of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a cGMP phosphodieterse 5 inhibitor

US7419981B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 3, 2004
Grant dateSep 2, 2008
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Expiry dateMay 22, 2024

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/53
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The instant invention relates to a combination of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a PDEV inhibitor for use in therapy, particularly in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain. Particularly preferred alpha-2-delta ligands are gabapentin and pregabalin. A particularly preferred PDEV inhibitors is sildenafil.

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