Medicinal table with prolonged release of the active principle
US8545870B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Apr 25, 2002 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 13, 2025 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K9/2054
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention concerns a medicinal tablet to be sucked made with boiled sugar of solid consistency designed to dissolve in the buccal cavity, comprising at least an active principle. The invention is characterized in that it further comprises at least a matrix agent for slowing down the release of the active principle(s) which therefore remain in prolonged contact with the region of the mouth and the pharynx, the dissolving time in the buccal cavity being at least 15 minutes.
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