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Liposome gel composition and method

US5064655A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 23, 1989
Grant dateNov 12, 1991
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Expiry dateMay 23, 2009

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/2984
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A liposome gel composition and method of preparing the same. The composition is composed of charged liposomes, at a relatively low lipid concentration, in a low-conductivity medium. The composition preferably contains a zwitterionic compound at its isoelectric point. The liposomes can be designed for cosmetic use, transdermal drug delivery, or enhanced retention on mucosal tissues, such as for ophthalmic use.

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