Transdermal therapeutic system for extended dosing of pramipexole in treating neurological disorders
US9682068B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 2014 |
| Grant date | Jun 20, 2017 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | May 19, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61F2013/0296
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This disclosure relates to a transdermal therapeutic system (TTS) containing pramipexole or related compounds and methods of making the system as well as its use in administering such compounds as a single dose over an extended period, for example, one week. The system comprises an acrylic-based or silicone-based matrix layer containing pramipexole at concentrations of at least about 5 wt. % of the matrix, which is resistant to crystallizing and discoloration of the active ingredient even when stored over long periods.
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