Polymer-based sustained release device

US9238076B2 · kind B2 · utility

Assignees

• Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited · IE
• Amylin Pharmaceuticals, LLC · US

Inventors

• Steven G. Wright · Madeira, US
• Troy Christensen · Mason, US
• Thean Yeoh · Foxborough, US
• Michael E. Rickey · Morrow, US
• Joyce M. Hotz · Cincinnati, US
• Rajesh Kumar · Marlborough, US
• Mark S. Fineman · San Diego, US
• Christine Smith · San Diego, US
• John Ong · Indianapolis, US
• David M. Lokensgard · San Diego, US
• Henry R. Costantino · Woodinville, US

Key dates

• Filing date: Jan 16, 2013
• Grant date: Jan 19, 2016
• Expiry date: Mar 25, 2034

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61P9/00
• WIPO field: Pharmaceuticals
• WIPO sector: Chemistry

Abstract

This invention relates to compositions for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides, and methods of forming and using said compositions, for the sustained release of biologically active polypeptides. The sustained release compositions of this invention comprise a biocompatible polymer having dispersed therein, a biologically active polypeptide and a sugar.