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Site-specific adhesion within the GI tract using nanoparticles stabilized by high molecular weight, linear poly (ethylene oxide) polymers

US5580579A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 15, 1995
Grant dateDec 3, 1996
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Expiry dateFeb 15, 2015

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/927
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Nanoparticulate crystalline therapeutic or diagnostic substances formulated with stabilizers and high molecular weight, linear poly(ethylene oxide) polymers, enhance contact between the crystalline therapeutic or diagnostic substances and the gastrointestinal tract providing site-specific and extended therapeutic or diagnostic effect.

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