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Manufacture of long term contraceptive implant

US4244949A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateApr 6, 1978
Grant dateJan 13, 1981
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Expiry dateApr 6, 1998

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/0024
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to a bioabsorbable fused implant for subcutaneous administration in mammals of a constant and effective amount of a steroid over a prolonged period comprising a solid dispersion of an effective amount of a steriod uniformly dispersed in a matrix of a lipoid carrier the weight of steroid to lipoid carrier being within the approximate range of 99:1 to 80:20, respectively, and to the method of manufacturing the fused implants.

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