Methods and compositions for reducing amyloid beta levels
US8420613B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 15, 2007 |
| Grant date | Apr 16, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 14, 2028 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2330/51
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides methods for reducing the level of amyloid beta protein in a cell or tissue, the methods generally involving contacting the cell or tissue with an agent that reduces cystatin C levels and/or activity. The present invention provides methods for treating Alzheimer's disease (AD), and methods for treating cerebral angiopathy, in an individual, the methods generally involving administering to an individual having AD a therapeutically effective amount of an agent that reduces cystatin C levels and/or activity. The present invention further provides methods for identifying an agent that reduces cystatin C levels and/or activity.
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