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Controlled-release compositions of melatonin combined with sedative and/or analgesic ingredients

US10143654B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 2016
Grant dateDec 4, 2018
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2036

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K45/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Controlled-release therapeutic compositions including melatonin combined with sedative and/or analgesic ingredients are described. The compositions have a solid core including melatonin in an acidified polymeric matrix. A sedative ingredient such as GABA receptor agonist may also be in the acidified polymeric matrix. The composition may include an expedited release portion providing a burst release of active ingredients and a sustained release portion providing a sustained release of active ingredients.

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