Methods and devices for the sustained release of multiple drugs

Details Methods and devices for the sustained release of multiple drugs Methods and devices for the sustained release of multiple drugs

2008-05-22

2010-11-23

Wax, Robert A (Department: 1615)

Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions

Preparations characterized by special physical form

Implant or insert

C128S833000, C514S843000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07838024

ABSTRACT:
The invention relates to an drug delivery device and a method for delivering multiple drugs over a prolonged period of time. The drug delivery device has two or more unitary segments comprising a drug-permeable polymeric substance, wherein at least one of the segments further comprises a pharmaceutically active agent. The invention also relates to a method for the treatment of a benign ovarian secretory disorder in a female mammal, a method of contraception, and a method of relieving the symptoms associated with menopausal, perimenopausal and post-menopausal periods in a woman.

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