Compounds and compositions for delivering active agents
US5879681A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Feb 7, 1997 |
| Grant date | Mar 9, 1999 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 7, 2017 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Carrier compounds, compositions, and dosage unit forms therefor which are useful in the delivery of active agents are provided. The present invention provides a compound having the formula: ##STR1## or a salt thereof, wherein the compound may be used in a composition or dosage unit form for delivery of at least one active agent, including a peptide, mucopoly-saccharide, carbohydrate, or a lipid. Methods of administration and preparation of the compounds and compositions of the invention are provided as well, including oral administration. Further, the compositions of the invention may be prepared by mixing at least one active agent, at least one carrier compound, and, optionally, a dosing vehicle.
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