US Patent

US8778365 — Topical compositions and methods for making and using same

Formulation · Assigned to Merz Pharmaceuticals LLC · Expires 2033-01-31 · 7y remaining

Vulnerability score 47/100 Strong — defensible against typical IPR challenges

What this patent protects

This patent protects improved topical gel compositions containing an active agent and methods for making and using them.

USPTO Abstract

The present invention relates to improved topical gel compositions comprising an active agent, and uses thereof.

Drugs covered by this patent

naftifine-hydrochloride (NAFTIFINE HYDROCHLORIDE)

Patent Metadata

Patent number: US8778365
Jurisdiction: US
Classification: Formulation
Expires: 2033-01-31
Drug substance claim: No
Drug product claim: Yes
Assignee: Merz Pharmaceuticals LLC
Source: FDA Orange Book + USPTO grounding via Google Patents

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