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Transdermal therapeutic system for extended dosing of pramipexole in treating neurological disorders

US9682068B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateMay 19, 2014
Grant dateJun 20, 2017
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Expiry dateMay 19, 2034

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  • 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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