Methods and compositions for pulmonary delivery of insulin
US6685967B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 17, 1996 |
| Grant date | Feb 3, 2004 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 22, 2020 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K47/26
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Systemic delivery of insulin to a mammalian host is accomplished by inhalation of a dry powder of insulin. It has been found that dry insulin powders are rapidly absorbed through the alveolar regions of the lungs.
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