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Synthetic particulate vectors and preparation process

US6013284A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 1996
Grant dateJan 11, 2000
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Expiry dateMay 1, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10T428/2991
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A synthetic particulate vector comprising a non-liquid hydrophilic nucleus and an outer layer at least partially consisting of amphiphilic compounds, which is combined with the nucleus by hydrophobic interactions and/or ionic bonds. A process for preparing a particulate vector by encapsulating an ionizable active principle, vectors obtained according to such a process, and pharmaceutical, cosmeticological and food compositions comprising such vectors are also disclosed.

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