Morphine and morphine precursors
AssigneeThe Research Foundation of State University of New York
InventorsGeorge B. Stefano, Patrick Cadet, Kirk J. Mantione, Wei Zhu
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Abstract
Methods and materials related to the use of morphine, morphine precursors (e.g., reticuline), and inhibitors of morphine synthesis or activity to treat diseases, to reduce inflammation, or to restore normal function are provided.
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A method for inducing nitric oxide release from cells in a mammal, said method comprising administering, to said mammal, a composition in an amount, at a frequency more frequent than once a week, and for a duration longer than one month, wherein said composition comprises thebaine, and wherein said amount of said composition results in less than 1 mg of said thebaine being administered to said mammal per kg of body weight of said mammal per day.
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