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Nalmefene for reduction of alcohol consumption in specific target populations

US9642849B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateApr 7, 2016
Grant dateMay 9, 2017
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Expiry dateApr 7, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to nalmefene for use in the reduction of alcohol consumption in a patient with alcohol dependence who has a high drinking risk level. The present invention also relates to nalmefene for use in the reduction of alcohol consumption in a patient with alcohol dependence who maintains a high DRL after an observation period following initial assessment.

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