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Formulations for hygroscopic pharmaceuticals

US4861591A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 7, 1989
Grant dateAug 29, 1989
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Expiry dateFeb 7, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/4858
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

There are provided pharmaceutical dosage forms for oral administration comprising a gelatin capsule encapsulating an admixture of at least one solid hygroscopic medicinal substance, which would otherwise disturb the gastric tract balance, with an at least partially hydrogenated and/or solidified vegetable oil.

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