| abstract |
Bifunctional compounds that increase uric acid excretion and reduce uric acid production and monofunctional compounds that increase uric acid excretion or reduce uric acid production. Methods of using these compounds to reduce blood or serum uric acid levels, to treat disorders of uric acid metabolism, and to maintain normal blood or serum uric acid levels are also provided. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising the bifunctional and monofunctional compounds are also provided. (Automatic translation with Google Translate, without legal value) |