Pharmaceutical delivery systems for hydrophobic drugs and compositions comprising same
US11331325B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 17, 2019 |
| Grant date | May 17, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 10, 2040 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K9/1075
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A drug delivery system for oral administration of hydrophobic drugs with enhanced and extended absorption and improved pharmacokinetics is provided. In one embodiment, formulations comprising testosterone and testosterone esters, e.g., testosterone palmitate, are disclosed. Methods of treating a hormone deficiency or effecting male contraception with the inventive formulations are also provided.
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