CYCLOPENTYLXANTHINE DERIVATIVES FOR USE IN THE TREATMENT OF CYSTIC FIBROSIS

摘要

The use of derivatives of theophylline for the preparation of medicaments suitable for the treatment of Cystic Fibrosis is described. In particular, the use of 8-cyclopentyl theophylline (CPT) is described for the preparation of medicaments for the treatment of cystic fibrosis. Such medicaments may be administered orally or directly to the lung, for example, in the form of an aerosol.