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Aqueous compositions containing metronidazole

US7348317B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJan 18, 2005
Grant dateMar 25, 2008
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Expiry dateNov 17, 2025

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC08J2305/16
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An aqueous solution of metronidazole in which the concentration of metronidazole is higher than 0.75%. The solution contains a combination of solubility-enhancing agents, one of which is a cyclodextrin such as beta-cyclodextrin and the second is niacin or niacinamide. Methods of manufacture and therapeutic use of the solution are disclosed.

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