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Method of treating hypertension and reducing serum lipase activity

US7947737B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateSep 30, 1999
Grant dateMay 24, 2011
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Expiry dateNov 2, 2021

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/20
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to a method of treating hypertension and reducing serum lipase activity by dietary supplementation with conjugated linoleic acid. The method comprises administering a safe and effective amount of conjugated linoleic acid to a human. The conjugated linoleic acid may be provided in the form of a free fatty acid or chemical derivatives thereof in a pill, or as a component of a prepared food product.

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