Method of delivering an anesthetic agent and glucocorticoid micro and nano bioerodible particles
US11452700B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 3, 2018 |
| Grant date | Sep 27, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 3, 2038 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/47
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present disclosure provides polymeric particles and scaffolds comprising a matrix and an anesthetic agent. In one embodiment, the matrix comprises a bioerodible polymer. The disclosure further relates to the use of the polymeric particles and scaffolds for sustained local delivery of anesthetic agents, reduction of pain killer addiction and addiction risk. The disclosure also provides methods of fabricating and administering polymeric particles and scaffolds containing an anesthetic agent described herein.
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