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Melanocortin receptor-specific peptides for treatment of sexual dysfunction

US8487073B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateNov 23, 2010
Grant dateJul 16, 2013
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Expiry dateMar 1, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K38/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A melanocortin receptor agonist cyclic peptide of the formulawhere R, x and y are as defined in the specification, compositions and formulations including the peptide of the foregoing formula, and methods of preventing, ameliorating or treating melanocortin receptor-mediated diseases, indications, conditions and syndromes, including sexual dysfunction such as male erectile dysfunction and female sexual dysfunction.

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