UCP1 (thermogenin)—inducing agents for use in the treatment of a disorder of the energy homeostasis
US9320756B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 6, 2011 |
| Grant date | Apr 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 18, 2032 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC12N2320/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to compositions comprising an agent, like a polynucleotide, which induces or upregulates expression of UCP1 for use in treating or preventing a disorder of the energy homeostasis, overweight, adiposity, obesity, metabolic syndrome or related diseases or disorders in a subject. The present invention also relates to a method of treating or preventing a disorder of the energy homeostasis, overweight, adiposity, obesity, metabolic syndrome or related diseases or disorders in a subject comprising administrating a composition comprising a polynucleotide which induces or upregulates expression of UCP1.
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