Implant devices that differ by release profile and methods of making and using same
US9399018B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Sep 16, 2010 |
| Grant date | Jul 26, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 31, 2031 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K38/09
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Described herein are implant devices, kits comprising the implant devices, and methods of making and using the devices and kits. In one aspect, a plurality of implant devices comprises at least two implants that exhibit a different release profile of a bioactive agent. In another aspect, an implant device comprises one or more adjoined polymer bodies, wherein at least two of the polymer bodies provide a different release profile of a bioactive agent. In another aspect, a kit comprises one or more disclosed implant devices. In another aspect, methods of delivering a bioactive agent to a subject comprise administering to the subject one or more disclosed implant devices.
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