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Controlled-release dosage forms of Azithromycin

US6068859A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateNov 4, 1996
Grant dateMay 30, 2000
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Expiry dateNov 4, 2016

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P31/04
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A controlled-release dosage form of azithromycin having an improved side effect profile; a process for preparing the dosage form; and a method of treating a microbial infection, comprising administering azithromycin in such a controlled-release dosage form to a mammal, including a human patient, in need of such treatment.

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