Method of achieving overnight laxation and control of bowel function
US6645481B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 28, 2000 |
| Grant date | Nov 11, 2003 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 28, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P1/10
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Overnight relief of constipation symptoms is achieved, and control of bowel function is enhanced by oral administration of an effective or sufficient amount of a composition comprising polyethylene glycol (PEG), preferably dispersed and or dissolved in an aqueous medium. The PEG compositions used for the present invention are preferably substantially free of ancillary electrolytes.
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