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Methods for inhibiting angiogenesis

US7452884B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 15, 2006
Grant dateNov 18, 2008
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Expiry dateSep 15, 2026

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P35/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel methods for inhibiting angiogenesis and treating diseases associated with angiogenesis are described. The methods may comprise administering to a patient an effective amount of a 1,2-dithiol-3-thione derivative or metabolite thereof. Preferred compounds for use in the methods include 5-(2-pyrazinyl)-4methyl-1,2-dithiol-3-thione (Oltipraz) and its metabolites.

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