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Tetracyclic compounds

US8338408B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 2008
Grant dateDec 25, 2012
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Expiry dateNov 6, 2030

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D471/14
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This disclosure relates to new tetracyclic compounds that may be used to modulate a histamine receptor in an individual. The compounds in one embodiment are tetracyclic [4,3-b]indoles. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds are also provided, as are methods of using the compounds in a variety of therapeutic applications, including the treatment of a cognitive disorder, psychotic disorder, neurotransmitter-mediated disorder and/or a neuronal disorder.

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