Dehydrated hydrogel inclusion complex
US10149912B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Oct 17, 2016 |
| Grant date | Dec 11, 2018 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 17, 2036 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K9/19
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention provides a controlled release biodegradable polymer formulation adapted for administering bioactive agents, such as therapeutic proteins, to a patient through implantation of a bolus that forms a depot within the patient's body tissues. The formulation includes a dehydrated inclusion complex of the bioactive agent within a hydrogel. A method of forming the inventive formulation is also provided, as well as a method for using the formulation in the treatment of a malcondition in a patient in need thereof.
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