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Compounds and compositions for delivering active agents

US5879681A · kind A · utility

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18Claims
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Filing dateFeb 7, 1997
Grant dateMar 9, 1999
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Expiry dateFeb 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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