Methods of inducing ovulation using a non-polypeptide camp level modulator
US7507707B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 14, 2001 |
| Grant date | Mar 24, 2009 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 8, 2022 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P43/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods of inducing ovulation in a female host comprising the administration of a non-polypeptide cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) level modulator to female host. In another aspect, the invention provides for specific administration of the phosphodiesterase inhibitor prior to the luteal phase of the host's ovulatory cycle. Preferred non-polypeptide cAMP level modulator include phosphodiesterase inhibitors, particularly inhibitors of phosphodiesterase 4 isoforms.
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