Transmucosal veterinary composition comprising detomidine
US8309591B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 24, 2010 |
| Grant date | Nov 13, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 24, 2030 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K9/107
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention relates to a veterinary composition in a semisolid form adapted for transmucosal administration for providing sedation and analgesia in large animals such as horses and cattle. The semisolid transmucosal composition of the invention comprises detomidine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient. The composition provides a rapid onset of action while having low irritation potential in the oral mucosa.
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