CA2889238A1 — Method for reducing triglycerides
Assigned to Deakin University · Expires 2014-05-01 · 12y expired
What this patent protects
The present disclosure relates to docosapentaneoic acid (DPA) of the omega-3 type (DPA 22:5n-3) or derivative thereof and its use in reducing hypertriglyceridemia in a subject in need thereof. In particular, the disclosure relates to the ability of n-3 DPA to significantly decrea…
USPTO Abstract
The present disclosure relates to docosapentaneoic acid (DPA) of the omega-3 type (DPA 22:5n-3) or derivative thereof and its use in reducing hypertriglyceridemia in a subject in need thereof. In particular, the disclosure relates to the ability of n-3 DPA to significantly decrease the incorporation of fatty acids in chylomicrons in the post-prandial setting.
Drugs covered by this patent
- Epanova (OMEGA-3-CARBOXYLIC ACIDS) · AstraZeneca
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