Non-sedating antihistamine injection formulations and methods of use thereof
US8513259B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 21, 2011 |
| Grant date | Aug 20, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 21, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P37/08
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Described herein are injectable compositions containing non-sedating or second and third generation antihistamines such as cetirizine/levocetirizine and methods of use thereof. Specifically, methods of treating acute urticaria or angioedema associated with an acute allergic reaction are disclosed. In certain embodiments, the injectable compositions are bioequivalent to currently marketed oral dosage forms with the same number of mg of cetirizine.
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