Patents by Inventor Franklin Okumu

Franklin Okumu 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: 9522169
    Abstract: The present invention provides a clear depot comprising at least one hydrophilic water-soluble pharmaceutically active agent selected from the group consisting of vancomycin, gentamicin, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a mixture thereof, water, a phospholipid, an oil, optionally a pH adjusting agent, and a viscosity modifying agent selected from the group consisting of ethanol, isopropanol, and a mixture thereof, wherein the water present in the depot is no more than about 4 wt % relative to the total weight of the depot and the depot has a pH of between about 3 and about 6, method of making and administering same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 20, 2016
    Assignee: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
    Inventors: Hailiang Chen, Andrew Xian Chen, Dushyanth Surakanti, Franklin Okumu
  • Publication number: 20160354390
    Abstract: Parenteral (injectable) celecoxib emulsions and nanoemulsions are disclosed as are their use to treat pain in patients so afflicted. The emulsions are generally oil in water emulsions often comprised of an oil phase including an oil and a lecithin wherein the mean droplet size of the discontinuous oil phase is about 200 nanometers or less.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 18, 2016
    Publication date: December 8, 2016
    Applicant: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
    Inventors: Franklin Okumu, Jan-Jon Chu, Julie Ann Webb, Rafael Anthony Sabino, Andrew Xian Chen
  • Patent number: 9446056
    Abstract: Parenteral (injectable) celecoxib emulsions and nanoemulsions are disclosed as are their use to treat pain in patients so afflicted. The emulsions are generally oil in water emulsions often comprised of an oil phase including an oil and a lecithin wherein the mean droplet size of the discontinuous oil phase is about 200 nanometers or less.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2016
    Assignee: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
    Inventors: Franklin Okumu, Jan-Jon Chu, Julie Ann Webb, Rafael Anthony Sabino, Andrew Xian Chen
  • Publication number: 20160199493
    Abstract: Topical compositions comprising a corticosteroid and at least one penetration enhancing agent, wherein the composition is substantially free of propylene glycol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2016
    Publication date: July 14, 2016
    Inventors: Sateesh KANDAVALLI, Madhusudhan BOMMAGANI, Vijendra NALAMOTHU, Franklin OKUMU, Amalavoyal Raghav CHARI
  • Publication number: 20160184431
    Abstract: Topical compositions comprising a corticosteroid and at least one penetration enhancing agent, wherein the composition is substantially free of propylene glycol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2015
    Publication date: June 30, 2016
    Inventors: Sateesh KANDAVALLI, Madhusudhan BOMMAGANI, Vijendra NALAMOTHU, Franklin OKUMU
  • Publication number: 20160038414
    Abstract: The present application provides parenteral compositions of diclofenac or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for making and using such compositions. Some of the compositions of the present application has one or more following properties: (1) ready to be injectable, (2) in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion, (3) stable under appropriate storage conditions, (4) containing therapeutically effective amount of diclofenac or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, (5) sterilizable by filtration (6) containing components acceptable by regulatory agencies (e.g. the FDA), (7) containing low oil content and thus not exacerbating hyerlipidemia, and (8) is neither hyperallergenic nor vein irritating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 17, 2014
    Publication date: February 11, 2016
    Inventors: Franklin Okumu, Andrew X. Chen, Hailiang Chen
  • Publication number: 20160030450
    Abstract: Compositions for the topical administration of an active agent comprise a corticosteroid and a fatty alcohol as a skin penetration enhancer, in the form of topical sprays. Processes for preparing such compositions and methods of using them in management of skin diseases or disorders such as psoriasis, dermatoses, and other associated skin diseases or disorders, are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2015
    Publication date: February 4, 2016
    Inventors: Sateesh KANDAVALLI, Priyadarshani SAHUKAR, Franklin OKUMU
  • Publication number: 20150306173
    Abstract: The present invention provides a clear depot comprising at least one hydrophilic water-soluble pharmaceutically active agent selected from the group consisting of vancomycin, gentamicin, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a mixture thereof, water, a phospholipid, an oil, optionally a pH adjusting agent, and a viscosity modifying agent selected from the group consisting of ethanol, isopropanol, and a mixture thereof, wherein the water present in the depot is no more than about 4 wt % relative to the total weight of the depot and the depot has a pH of between about 3 and about 6, method of making and administering same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2015
    Publication date: October 29, 2015
    Inventors: Hailiang Chen, Andrew Xian Chen, Dushyanth Surakanti, Franklin Okumu
  • Publication number: 20150258119
    Abstract: Compositions for the topical administration of an active agent comprising a corticosteroid and a fatty alcohol as skin penetration enhancer, in the form of topical sprays. Processes for preparing such compositions and methods of using them in management of skin diseases or disorders such as psoriasis, dermatoses, and other associated skin diseases or disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2015
    Publication date: September 17, 2015
    Inventors: Sateesh Kandavalli, Priyadarshani Sahukar, Franklin Okumu
  • Patent number: 9132144
    Abstract: The present invention provides a clear depot comprising at least one hydrophilic water-soluble pharmaceutically active agent selected from the group consisting of vancomycin, gentamicin, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a mixture thereof, water, a phospholipid, an oil, optionally a pH adjusting agent, and a viscosity modifying agent selected from the group consisting of ethanol, isopropanol, and a mixture thereof, wherein the water present in the depot is no more than about 4 wt % relative to the total weight of the depot and the depot has a pH of between about 3 and about 6, method of making and administering same.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
    Inventors: Hailiang Chen, Andrew Xian Chen, Dushyanth Surakanti, Franklin Okumu
  • Publication number: 20150224121
    Abstract: Parenteral (injectable) celecoxib emulsions and nanoemulsions are disclosed as are their use to treat pain in patients so afflicted. The emulsions are generally oil in water emulsions often comprised of an oil phase including an oil and a lecithin wherein the mean droplet size of the discontinuous oil phase is about 200 nanometers or less.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 11, 2015
    Publication date: August 13, 2015
    Applicant: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd.
    Inventors: Franklin Okumu, Jan-Jon Chu, Julie Ann Webb, Rafael Anthony Sabino, Andrew Xian Chen
  • Publication number: 20140275261
    Abstract: The present application provides parenteral compositions of diclofenac or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for making and using such compositions. Some of the compositions of the present application has one or more following properties: (1) ready to be injectable, (2) in the form of an oil-water emulsion, (3) stable under appropriate storage conditions, (4) containing therapeutically effective amount of diclofenac or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, (5) sterilizable by filtration (6) containing components acceptable by regulatory agencies (e.g. the FDA), (7) containing low oil content and thus not exacerbating hyperlipidemia, and (8) is neither hypoallergenic nor vein irritating.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 14, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Applicant: DR. REDDY'S LABORATORIES, INC.
    Inventors: Franklin Okumu, Andrew Xian Chen, Hailiang Chen
  • Patent number: 8586551
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the 18-membered macrocyclic antimicrobial agents called Tiacumicins, specifically, OPT-80 (which is composed almost entirely of the R-Tiacumicin B), pharmaceutical compositions comprising OPT-80, and methods using OPT-80. In particular, this compound is a potent drug for the treatment of bacterial infections, specifically C. difficile infections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 19, 2013
    Assignee: Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Youe-Kong Shue, Chan-Kou Hwang, Yu-Hung Chiu, Alex Romero, Farah Babakhani, Pamela Sears, Franklin Okumu
  • Publication number: 20130252913
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the 18-membered macrocyclic antimicrobial agents called Tiacumicins, specifically, OPT-80 (which is composed almost entirely of the R-Tiacumicin B), pharmaceutical compositions comprising OPT-80, and methods using OPT-80. In particular, this compound is a potent drug for the treatment of bacterial infections, specifically C. difficile infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Publication date: September 26, 2013
    Applicant: Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Youe-Kong Shue, Chan-Kou Hwang, Yu-Hung Chiu, Alex Romero, Farah Babakhani, Pamela Sears, Franklin Okumu
  • Patent number: 8501216
    Abstract: A composition for administration of a beneficial agent, contains a solvent mixture including a hydrophobic solvent and a hydrophilic solvent; a bioerodible polymer; and a beneficial agent. The polymer and the beneficial agent are dissolved. The composition has a low viscosity, allowing for easy injection through standard hypodermic needles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2013
    Assignee: Genentech, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. Cleland, Franklin Okumu
  • Publication number: 20120046220
    Abstract: The present invention provides a clear depot comprising at least one hydrophilic water-soluble pharmaceutically active agent selected from the group consisting of vancomycin, gentamicin, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a mixture thereof, water, a phospholipid, an oil, optionally a pH adjusting agent, and a viscosity modifying agent selected from the group consisting of ethanol, isopropanol, and a mixture thereof, wherein the water present in the depot is no more than about 4 wt % relative to the total weight of the depot and the depot has a pH of between about 3 and about 6, method of making and administering same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 23, 2011
    Publication date: February 23, 2012
    Inventors: Hailiang Chen, Andrew Xian Chen, Dushyanth Surakanti, Franklin Okumu
  • Patent number: 8067020
    Abstract: A composition comprises a protein, a polyol, and a metal. The protein is stabilized by the polyol and the metal, and is protected from denaturing when in contact with an organic solvent. The polyol may be a hydrocarbon containing two or more hydroxyl groups (—OH) bonded to carbon. The metal may be divalent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2011
    Assignee: Genetech, Inc.
    Inventors: Franklin Okumu, Jeffrey L. Cleland
  • Publication number: 20110166090
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the 18-membered macrocyclic antimicrobial agents called Tiacumicins, specifically, OPT-80 (which is composed almost entirely of the R-Tiacumicin B), pharmaceutical compositions comprising OPT-80, and methods using OPT-80. In particular, this compound is a potent drug for the treatment of bacterial infections, specifically C. difficile infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2011
    Publication date: July 7, 2011
    Inventors: Youe-Kong SHUE, Chan-Kou Hwang, Yu-Hung Chiu, Alex Romero, Farah Babakhani, Pamela Sears, Franklin Okumu
  • Publication number: 20110152190
    Abstract: A composition for administration of a beneficial agent, contains a solvent mixture including a hydrophobic solvent and a hydrophilic solvent; a bioerodible polymer; and a beneficial agent. The polymer and the beneficial agent are dissolved. The composition has a low viscosity, allowing for easy injection through standard hypodermic needles.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2010
    Publication date: June 23, 2011
    Inventors: Jeffrey L. CLELAND, Franklin Okumu
  • Patent number: 7906489
    Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the 18-membered macrocyclic antimicrobial agents called Tiacumicins, specifically, OPT-80 (which is composed almost entirely of the R-Tiacumicin B), pharmaceutical compositions comprising OPT-80, and methods using OPT-80. In particular, this compound is a potent drug for the treatment of bacterial infections, specifically C. difficile infections.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Assignee: Optimer Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Youe-Kong Shue, Chan-Kou Hwang, Yu-Hung Chiu, Alex Romero, Farah Babakhani, Pamela Sears, Franklin Okumu