Methods and compositions for rapid treatment of otitis externa
US8927006B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 10, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 3, 2031 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P33/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Methods for treating and preventing otitis externa with a course of treatment consisting of as little as a single dose are provided. The methods are practiced by topical administration of compositions having a lipid carrier, such as liposomes and non-vesicular lipids, to the outer ear canal. Such compositions lack viscocity-enhancing celluloses or adhesives, and are preferably not in the form of a gel. Active agents useful for treating pain, inflammation, fungal or parasitic infestation and/or infections in the outer ear are co-administered in or with the composition.
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