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Polyhydroxylated bile acids for treatment of biliary disorders

US9295677B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 27, 2012
Grant dateMar 29, 2016
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Expiry dateMar 18, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07J41/0061
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides, in part, polyhydroxylated bile acids for treating biliary disorders, for example, biliary disorders arising out of cholestasis of portal hypertension. The invention also provides, in part, polyhydroxylated bile acids for stimulating bile flow. New compounds 2α,3α,7α,12α-tetrahydroxy-5β-cholanoic acid and 3α.4α,7α,12α-tetrahydroxy-5β-cholanoic acid are disclosed, uses thereof and synthesis thereof.

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