Pharmaceutical compositions for buccal and pulmonary administration comprising an alkali metal alkyl sulfate and at least three micelle-forming compounds
US6451286B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | May 19, 2000 |
| Grant date | Sep 17, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P31/18
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a macromolecular pharmaceutical agent in mixed micellar form are disclosed. The mixed micelles are formed from an alkali metal alkyl sulfate, and at least three different micelle-forming compounds as described in the specification. Micelle size ranges between about 1 and 10 nanometers. Methods for making and using the compositions are also disclosed. A preferred method for administering the present composition is through the buccal region of the mouth.
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