Diffusional implantable delivery system with capillary tube of cross-sectional area and length to deliver beneficial agent
A sustained release delivery system for delivering a beneficial agent is provided. The system includes a reservoir comprising the beneficial agent and a capillary channel in communication with the reservoir and the exterior of the system for delivering the beneficial agent from the system. The capil...
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Main Authors | , , , , , , |
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Format | Patent |
Language | English |
Published |
27.07.2001
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Edition | 7 |
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Summary: | A sustained release delivery system for delivering a beneficial agent is provided. The system includes a reservoir comprising the beneficial agent and a capillary channel in communication with the reservoir and the exterior of the system for delivering the beneficial agent from the system. The capillary channel has a cross-sectional area and a length selected to deliver the beneficial agent at a predetermined rate. The system may further include an outer surface that is impermeable and non-porous during delivery of the beneficial agent. The beneficial agent may be formulated in a glassy sugar matrix |
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Bibliography: | Application Number: NZ19980500018 |