| 20090018154 | OPIOID AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THE SAME - An opioid derivative of oxymorphol, called 8-hydroxy-6-α-oxymorphol, has been discovered. This opioid is believed to bind at least to mu-opioid receptors and produce an analgesic or anti-tussive effect. Pharmaceutically acceptable salts of 8-hydroxy-6-α-oxymorphol, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising 8-hydroxy-6-α-oxymorphol or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, are also provided. | 01-15-2009 |
