Polymer-based sustained release device

US7563871B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignees

• Alkermes, Inc. · US
• Amylin Pharmaceuticals, LLC · US

Inventors

• Steven G. Wright · Madeira, US
• Troy Christensen · Mason, US
• Thean Yeoh · Foxborough, US
• Michael E. Rickey · Morrow, US
• Joyce M. Hotz · Cincinnati, US
• Rajesh Kumar · Marlborough, US
• Mark S. Fineman · San Diego, US
• Christine Smith · San Diego, US
• John Ong · Indianapolis, US
• David M. Lokensgard · San Diego, US
• Henry R. Costantino · Woodinville, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Sep 14, 2006
• Grant date: Jul 21, 2009
• Expiry date: Sep 14, 2026

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61P3/10
• WIPO field: Pharmaceuticals
• WIPO sector: Chemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.