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Methods and compositions for treating pain of the mucous membrane

US6509028B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 17, 2002
Grant dateJan 21, 2003
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Expiry dateJun 17, 2022

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61P43/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions useful for long-lasting pain relief from mucosal damage, such as mucosal inflamation, abrasions, ulcerations, lesions, trauma and incisions, without significant systemic absorption. The compositions of the invention are particularly suitable for application to the mucous membrane of the nasal cavity and buccal cavity. To relieve pain, the compositions or the invention are topically applied directly to the affected area.

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