Rapid acting intravenous emulsions of omega-3 fatty acid esters
US4678808A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Oct 15, 1985 |
| Grant date | Jul 7, 1987 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 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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