Aerosol formulations for buccal and pulmonary application
US6312665A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Aug 31, 1999 |
| Grant date | Nov 6, 2001 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2019 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P31/18
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A mixed micellar aerosol pharmaceutical formulation is provided. The formulation comprises a pharmaceutical agent, an alkali metal alkyl sulphate, at least three micelle-forming compounds, a phenol and a propellant. The propellant provides enchanced absorption of the pharmaceutical agent in the buccal region. A process of making and a method of administering the composition are also included.
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