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Cholestyramine compositions and method for preparation thereof

US4895723A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 8, 1986
Grant dateJan 23, 1990
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Expiry dateSep 8, 2006

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/785
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Orally ingestible compositions for reduction of blood cholesterol levels comprising cholestyramine and as deodorant material a water-soluble carbonhydrate syrup such as high fructose corn syrup or a liquid alcohol polyol humectant such as glycerine. The components are blended to form a deodorized powder which may be added to water to form a beverage or mixed with an additional carbohydrate material such as polydextrose to form a unitary orally ingestible product such as a wafer.

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