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Method of preparing controlled-release preparations for biologically active materials and resulting compositions

US5151272A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 18, 1990
Grant dateSep 29, 1992
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Expiry dateJun 18, 2010

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

Abstract

A method and product for preparing a controlled-release composition are provided. The method comprises formation of a mixture containing at least one amphiphilic substance capable of forming a liquid crystalline phase, in contact with a liquid selected from the group consisting of water, glycerol, ethylene glycol, propylene glycol and mixtures thereof. The method includes a step of providing in such mixture a bioactive material. Preferred controlled-release compositions include an alkylbetaine zwitterionic surfactant therein.

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