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Rapid acting intravenous emulsions of omega-3 fatty acid esters

US4678808A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 15, 1985
Grant dateJul 7, 1987
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Expiry dateOct 15, 2005

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P7/02
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Described are lipid emulsions of marine oils comprising high concentrations of omega-3-fatty acid esters and low concentrations of free fatty acids for intraveneous administration for the treatment of thrombic disease states. More specifically, a lipid emulsion for parenternal use is provided comprising an emulsifier, water and a marine oil comprising an omega-3-fatty ester in which the concentration of the free fatty acid in the emulsion is below about 5 meq/l.

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