Fast disintegrating compositions of meloxicam
US8545879B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Aug 31, 2010 |
| Grant date | Oct 1, 2013 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Aug 31, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P29/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The invention provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising a therapeutically effective amount of meloxicam, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the pharmaceutical compositions are in the form of a fast disintegrating dosage form suitable for releasing meloxicam rapidly in the oral cavity. Also provided are processes for preparing a pharmaceutical composition of the invention. Further provided are methods of treating arthritis or pain in a subject in need thereof, the method comprising orally administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition according to the invention.
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