US9763880 — Non-aqueous taxane formulations and methods of using the same
Method of Use · Assigned to Teikoku Pharma USA Inc · Expires 2033-09-30 · 7y remaining
What this patent protects
This patent protects non-aqueous, ethanol-free formulations of taxanes, such as docetaxel, and methods of using these formulations.
USPTO Abstract
Non-aqueous, ethanol-free taxane formulations are provided. Formulations of embodiments of the invention include a taxane, an oil, a non-ionic surfactant, a non-aqueous solvent, and an organic acid component, wherein the organic acid component is soluble in the non-aqueous solvent and the amount by weight of non-ionic surfactant is equal to or greater than the amount by weight of non-aqueous solvent. Also provided are methods of using the formulations, as well as kits that include the formulations. Non-aqueous, ethanol-free docetaxel formulations are provided. Formulations of embodiments of the invention include docetaxel, an oil, a non-ionic surfactant, a non-aqueous solvent, and an organic acid which is soluble in the non-aqueous solvent and is substantially free of any conjugate base. Also provided are methods of using the formulations, as well as kits that include the formulations.
Drugs covered by this patent
- Taxotere (Docetaxel) · Sanofi
FDA Patent Use Codes
When a patent is method-of-use, FDA lists it once per applicable indication ("U-code"). Each U-code carves out a specific therapeutic use that generic filers must either license or design around.
| Code | Description | Drug |
|---|---|---|
U-2561 |
— | Taxotere |
U-2563 |
— | Taxotere |
U-2560 |
— | Taxotere |
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