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Methods of spray drying pharmaceutical compositions

US6565885B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateDec 22, 1998
Grant dateMay 20, 2003
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Expiry dateDec 22, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY10S977/926
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Spray drying methods for forming powder compositions for pharmaceutical applications are disclosed. According to one aspect of the invention, the spray drying feed stock comprises a bioactive agent, surfactant, and a blowing agent. Another aspect of the invention is directed to spray drying a feed stock comprising a phospholipid and calcium chloride.

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