Sustained release preparation of pro-insulin C-peptide
US8927489B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jun 2, 2006 |
| Grant date | Jan 6, 2015 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Oct 30, 2030 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61P3/10
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for the sustained release of C-peptide. The composition is in the form of a gel containing C-peptide. The gel formation is achieved by the adjustment of pH of the composition and/or by addition of divalent metal ions. The composition does not include any other gel-forming agents. Methods for producing the composition, medical uses of the composition and products containing two or more gel compositions as a combined preparation are also encompassed.
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