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METHODS TO PROTECT SKELETAL MUSCLES AGAINST INJURY
Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of skeletal muscle and/or the protection of skeletal muscle against injury. The adenosine A.sub.3 receptor has been identified as a new therapeutic target for the treatment of skeletal muscle. Adenosine A.sub.3 receptor agonists are used treat subjects with skeletal muscle ischemia and reperfusion (I/R) injuries, individuals with skeletal muscle disorders, and individuals suffering from skeletal muscle injury resulting from physical exertion.
Docket:RIEM 07-37
Publication/Issued No.:7,867,983
Publication/Issue Date:2011-01-11
Categories: Method
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Lab:RIEM
Inventor(s):LIANG, ET AL