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Active agent eluting matrices with particulates

US7638344B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateJun 28, 2007
Grant dateDec 29, 2009
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Expiry dateJun 28, 2027

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61L2300/622
  • WIPO fieldMedical technology
  • WIPO sectorInstruments

Abstract

The present invention is directed to polymeric matrices for the controlled release of a hydrophilic bioactive agent. Generally, the elution control matrix includes a polymeric matrix having a first polymer and a plurality of microparticles that include the hydrophilic bioactive agent. In one embodiment, the matrix includes a polymer comprising hydrophilic and hydrophobic portions. In another embodiment, the microparticles include a crosslinked hydrophilic polymer.

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