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Solvates and polymorphs of ritonavir and methods of making and using the same

US7205413B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 1, 2003
Grant dateApr 17, 2007
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Expiry dateApr 9, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K45/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Novel solvates and crystal polymorphs of Ritonavir are disclosed, as well as methods of making them. Specific solvates of the compound include a formamide solvate and a partially desolvated solvate. Also disclosed are methods of making previously known forms of Ritonavir. Methods of using the novel forms of Ritonavir for the treatment of diseases, such as HIV-infection, are disclosed, as are pharmaceutical compositions and unit dosage forms comprising the novel forms of Ritonavir.

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