Multi-layered polymer film for sustained release of agents
US12290616B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Mar 19, 2024 |
| Grant date | May 6, 2025 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Mar 19, 2044 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61L2300/602
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
There is provided a controlled-release antibiotic socket for securely holding an implantable medical device that is made from: at least one film having at least one polymer layer, where the at least one film is formed into the socket; at least one antibiotic agent; and at least one opening in the socket, where the at least one polymer layer comprises a biodegradable elastomeric polymeric material; and the at least one antibiotic agent is dispersed within at least one of the at least one polymer layers and/or, when the film comprises at least two polymer layers, the at least one antibiotic agent is disposed as a separate layer between two polymer layers. Also disclosed is the film used to make the socket and uses of both the socket and film.
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