Methods for the regulation of matrix metalloproteinase expression
US9884085B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 24, 2014 |
| Grant date | Feb 6, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2034 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P9/10
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The disclosure provides methods of reducing MMP-9 expression and/or MMP-9 activity in a mammalian subject. The disclosure also provides methods of increasing TIMP-1 expression and/or TIMP-1 activity in a mammalian subject. The methods comprise administering a therapeutically effective amount of an aromatic-cationic peptide to a subject in need thereof.
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