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Method and non-gelling composition for inhibiting post-surgical adhesions

US6436425B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateFeb 8, 2000
Grant dateAug 20, 2002
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Expiry dateFeb 8, 2020

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P41/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Non-gelling polyoxyalkylene compositions, and methods of their use for inhibiting surgical adhesion formation/reformation in mammals are disclosed. The useful non-gelling compositions preferably comprise polyoxyalkylene block copolymer at desired concentrations with or without a therapeutic agent. When used with an incorporated drug, the non-gelling compositions serve as a carrier providing sustained or prolonged release of the therapeutic agent.

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