Novel drug delivery system for antitussives
US4929508A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jul 26, 1988 |
| Grant date | May 29, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2008 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23V2002/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A drug delivery system comprising a core material comprising a drug, and a hydrophobic matrix coating the core. The coating delays hydration of the drug and masks the taste of the drug. The coating comprises an emulsifier, an edible fatty acid or wax and a glyceride. The delivery system can be incorporated into various food products, pharmaceutical preparations and proprietary products.
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