Barbara A O'Connor

US Patent:

20050191361, Sep 1, 2005

Filed:

Apr 11, 2005

Appl. No.:

11/102705

Inventors:

Barbara O'Connor - Madison WI, US
Terry Burkoth - Madison WI, US
Steven Prestrelski - Madison WI, US
Yuh-Fun Maa - Madison WI, US
Andrew Muddle - Madison WI, US
Roderick Hafner - Madison WI, US

International Classification:

A61K048/00
A61K009/14

US Classification:

424489000, 514044000

Abstract:

New compositions formed from the combination of an active substance with a hydrogel carrier moiety are provided. The compositions are suitable for use in high-velocity transdermal particle injection techniques. Methods of providing the new compositions are also provided. In addition, methods for administering pharmacologically active agent to a subject are provided. These methods are useful for delivering drugs, biopharmaceuticals, vaccines and diagnostics agents.