Patents by Inventor Brian Meakin

Brian Meakin has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Patent number: 8420058
    Abstract: Compositions which contain an active ingredient, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane (HFA), a co-solvent, and a low-volatility component are useful for administering the active ingredient via an aerosol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, Davis Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Patent number: 8142763
    Abstract: The invention relates to pressurized metered dose inhalers (MDIs) in which all or part of the internal surface is stainless steel, anodized aluminum, or lined with an inert organic coating and which contain a formulation which comprises ipratropium bromide.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 27, 2012
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Publication number: 20110100361
    Abstract: The invention relates to pressurized metered dose inhalers (MDIs) in which all or part of the internal surface is lined with an inert organic coating and which contain a formulation which comprises TA 2005.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2011
    Publication date: May 5, 2011
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David LEWIS, David GANDERTON, Brian MEAKIN, Paolo VENTURA, Gaetano BRAMBILLA, Raffaella GARZIA
  • Patent number: 7740463
    Abstract: The invention relates to the use of pressurised metered dose inhalers (MDIs) having part or all of their internal surfaces consisting of stainless steel, anodised aluminium or lined with an inert organic coating; and to compositions to be delivered with said MDIs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: June 22, 2010
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Publication number: 20090311196
    Abstract: Compositions which contain an active ingredient, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane (HFA), a co-solvent, and a low-volatility component are useful for administering the active ingredient via an aerosol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 26, 2009
    Publication date: December 17, 2009
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A
    Inventors: David LEWIS, Davis GANDERTON, Brian MEAKIN, Paolo VENTURA, Gaetano BRAMBILLA, Raffaella GARZIA
  • Patent number: 7601336
    Abstract: A composition for use in an aerosol inhaler, the composition comprising an active material, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane (HFA), a cosolvent and further comprising a low volatility component to increase the mass median aerodynamic diameter (MMAD) of the aerosol particles on actuation of the inhaler, filling of an aerosol container and use of the composition for the administration of active materials by inhalation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 12, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 13, 2009
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, Davis Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Publication number: 20080247965
    Abstract: The invention relates to pressurized metered dose inhalers (MDIs) in which all or part of the internal surface is lined with an inert organic coating and which contain a formulation which comprises TA 2005.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2008
    Publication date: October 9, 2008
    Applicant: CHIESI FARMACEUTICI S.P.A.
    Inventors: David LEWIS, David GANDERTON, Brian MEAKIN, Paolo VENTURA, Gaetano BRAMBILLA, Raffaella GARZIA
  • Patent number: 7381402
    Abstract: Aerosol solution formulations for use in an aerosol inhaler which comprise 8-hydroxy-5-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-2-[[(1R)-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1-methylethyl]amino]-ethyl]-2(1H)-quinolinone or a salt thereof, in particular the hydrochloride salt (TA 2005), as an active ingredient, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane, and a cosolvent, stabilized by addition of a specific small amount of a high concentrated phosphoric acid exhibit improved shelf life. The formulation may be optionally contained in a can having part or all of its internal metallic surfaces lined with an inert organic coating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: June 3, 2008
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Maurizio Delcanale, Fausto Pivetti
  • Publication number: 20080115782
    Abstract: The invention relates to pressurized metered dose inhalers (MDIs) in which all or part of the internal surface is stainless steel, anodized aluminum, or lined with an inert organic coating and which contain a formulation which comprises ipratropium bromide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 31, 2008
    Publication date: May 22, 2008
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David LEWIS, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Patent number: 7347199
    Abstract: The invention relates to the use of pressurized metered dose inhalers (MDIs) having part or all of their internal surfaces consisting of stainless steel, anodised aluminum or lined with an inert organic coating; and to compositions to be delivered with said MDIs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 23, 1999
    Date of Patent: March 25, 2008
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Publication number: 20080017191
    Abstract: A medicinal aerosol product comprising a pressurized metered dose inhaler, including a canister equipped with a metering valve and containing a medicinal aerosol solution formulation, and an actuator comprising a nozzle block defining an actuator orifice s leading to an expansion chamber, wherein the formulation includes a cannabinoid, a hydrofluorocarbon propellant and an optional amount of an alcohol co-solvent, and the actuator orifice has a diameter of about 0.30mm or less, and/or is laser drilled.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 29, 2007
    Publication date: January 24, 2008
    Applicant: Vectura Limited
    Inventors: Rebecca Davies, David Ganderton, David Lewis, Brian Meakin
  • Patent number: 7223381
    Abstract: The invention relates to the use of pressurized metered dose inhalers (MDIs) having part or all of their internal surfaces consisting of stainless steel, anodized aluminum or lined with an inert organic coating; and to compositions to be delivered with said MDIs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 17, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 29, 2007
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Paolo Ventura, Gaetano Brambilla, Raffaella Garzia
  • Publication number: 20070086953
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a medicinal aerosol formulation product with improved chemical stability. The product is a pressurized metered dose inhaler including an aerosol canister equipped with a metering valve provided with sealing rings and/or gaskets made of a vulcanisate of an elastomeric composition of a butyl rubber, a cross-linking agent for the butyl rubber, and an accelerator for the cross-linking agent. The accelerator includes a polysulphide compound derived from a substituted dithiocarbonic acid or derivative thereof. The pressurized metered dose inhaler contains in the aerosol canister a medicinal aerosol formulation containing a long acting ?2 agonist, a hydrofluorocarbon propellant, a co-solvent, and a mineral acid as a stabilizer for the active ingredient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 10, 2006
    Publication date: April 19, 2007
    Inventors: Brian Meakin, David Lewis, Robert Johnson, Tanya Church
  • Publication number: 20070025920
    Abstract: Aerosol solution formulations for use in an aerosol inhaler include 8-hydroxy-5-[(1R)-1-hydroxy-2-[[(1R)-2-(4-methoxyphenyl)-1-methyl ethyl]amino]ethyl]-2(1H)-quinolinone or a salt thereof, preferably the hydrochloride thereof, as an active ingredient, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane, and a cosolvent, stabilized by addition of a specific small amount of a high concentrated phosphoric acid and optionally by the use of a suitable can having part or all of its internal metallic surfaces lined with an inert organic coating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2006
    Publication date: February 1, 2007
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Maurizio Delcanale, Fausto Pivetti
  • Publication number: 20060257324
    Abstract: A method for delivering two or more active drug substances to the lungs by inhalation from a single pressurized metered dose inhaler product, said inhaler containing a HFA/cosolvent based solution formulation wherein all the active drug substances are fully dissolved in the formulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 21, 2006
    Publication date: November 16, 2006
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, Brian Meakin, Gaetano Brambilla
  • Publication number: 20060193785
    Abstract: Aerosol solution formulation for use in an aerosol inhaler which includes at least one active ingredient selected from 20-ketosteroids and quinolinone derivatives, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane, a cosolvent, and a specific amount of a sequestering agent that stabilizes the formulation. By way of example, the stabilizing agent may be phosphoric acid or sulphuric acid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2006
    Publication date: August 31, 2006
    Inventors: David Lewis, Brian Meakin, Maurizio Delcanale, Fausto Pivetti
  • Publication number: 20060165603
    Abstract: Emulsion and microemulsion aerosol formulations in a HFA propellant system include a medicament, one or more surfactant, optionally a cosolvent and water. Emulsion formulations are based on 0.1-% w/w surfactant and 1-10% w/w water. Microemulsion formulations are based on 1-20% w/w surfactant, 1-30% w/w cosolvent and 1-10% w/w water. Preferred surfactant are Span 85, AOT and their blends, synperonics and alkylpolyglucosides (APGs) The preferred cosolvent is ethanol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2003
    Publication date: July 27, 2006
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: Brian Meakin, David Lewis, Susan Berrill, Rebecca Davies
  • Publication number: 20060120966
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation for use in the administration of a long-acting ?2-agonist by inhalation. In particular this invention relates to a chemically stable, highly efficient salmeterol HFA solution formulation to be administered by pressurised metered dose inhalers (pMDIs) characterized by a deep lung penetration. The invention also relates to methods for the preparation of said formulation and to its use in respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2003
    Publication date: June 8, 2006
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: Tanya Church, David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Gaetano Brambilla
  • Publication number: 20060083693
    Abstract: An aerosol solution composition for use in an aerosol inhaler comprises an active material, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane, a cosolvent and optionally a low volatility component to increase the mass median aerodynamic diameter (MMAD) of the aerosol particles on actuation of the inhaler. The composition is stabilized by using a small amount of mineral acid and a suitable can having part or all of its internal metallic surfaces made of stainless steel, anodized aluminium or lined with an inert organic coating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2005
    Publication date: April 20, 2006
    Applicant: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Gaetano Brambilla, Alessandra Ferraris
  • Patent number: 7018618
    Abstract: An aerosol solution composition for use in an aerosol inhaler comprises an active material, a propellant containing a hydrofluoroalkane, a cosolvent and optionally a low volatility component to increase the mass median aerodynamic diameter (MMAD) of the aerosol particles on actuation of the inhaler. The composition is stabilized by using a small amount of mineral acid and a suitable can having part or all of its internal metallic surfaces made of stainless steel, anodized aluminium or lined with an inert organic coating.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 14, 2003
    Date of Patent: March 28, 2006
    Assignee: Chiesi Farmaceutici S.p.A.
    Inventors: David Lewis, David Ganderton, Brian Meakin, Gaetano Brambilla, Alessandra Ferraris