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Programmable buoyant delivery technology

US8277843B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateSep 3, 2007
Grant dateOct 2, 2012
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Expiry dateMar 9, 2029

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/2886
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention is concerned with a system for spatially and temporally programmable delivery of an active agent. When administered orally, the System can be retained in the gastric region for a prolonged period of time. It comprises of a core (I), one or more layers (II, IV, V) coated over the core and a preformed hollow space (III). The invention also concerns with a process for preparation of the System and a method for treating/preventing diseases, by administering to a subject in need thereof, the System of the invention.

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