Capsule formulation of pirfenidone and pharmaceutically acceptable excipients
US8753679B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 25, 2013 |
| Grant date | Jun 17, 2014 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 25, 2033 |
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- Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
- CPC primaryY02A50/30
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A capsule formulation of pirfenidone is provided that includes pharmaceutically acceptable excipients. In one embodiment, this capsule formulation is capable of sustaining desirable pharmacokinetic responses in a patient. Further provided are methods of treating fibrotic conditions and other cytokine-mediated disorders by administering pirfenidone capsules of such formulation to a patient in need.
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