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Oral capsule formulation with increased physical stability

US7011846B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 20, 2002
Grant dateMar 14, 2006
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Expiry dateJan 27, 2023

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K47/34
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A formulation for a stabilized capsule for oral administration of a hydrophobic pharmaceutically active agent; comprising a non-aqueous solubilizer selected from 2-pyrrolidone, N-alkylpyrrolidones and combinations thereof; and a capsule stabilizing agent selected from mono-, di- and triglycerides, mono- and di-fatty esters of polyethylene glycol, fatty acids and combinations thereof wherein capsule integrity is maintained for at least 24 hours is disclosed.

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