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Tablet comprising a delayed release coating

US6350471B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 31, 2000
Grant dateFeb 26, 2002
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2020

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K31/663
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention provides a delayed release tablet, comprising: (i) a core comprising an active ingredient selected from the group consisting of oxybutynin hydrochloride, propranolol hydrochloride, buspiron hydrochloride, niacin, cetirizin hydrochloride, cerivastin sodium, metoprolol fumarate, and alendronate sodium., and conventional excipients; and (ii) a coating consisting essentially of a water-insoluble, water-permeable film- forming polymer, a plasticizer and a water-soluble polymer.

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