Patents by Inventor Susanne L. Diedrich

Susanne L. Diedrich has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Phloretin and phlorizin derivative containing compounds
    Patent number: 4760135
    Abstract: Compounds including phloretin and/or phlorizin derivatives coupled to an undigestible and non-absorbable matrix are provided. The compounds have pharmacological efficacies. They inhibit sugar uptake from the intestine and may be used in composition form in methods for treating diabetes and for promoting weight loss. A method for the manufacture of these compounds and a novel intermediate phlorizin derivative for making these compounds are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 1984
    Date of Patent: July 26, 1988
    Assignee: University of Kentucky Research Foundation
    Inventors: Donald F. Diedrich, Susanne L. Diedrich