Abstract: The present invention relates to particles and to methods of making particles. In particular, the invention relates to methods of making composite active particles comprising a pharmaceutically active material for pulmonary inhalation, the method comprising a jet milling process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to particles and to methods of making particles. In particular, the invention relates to methods of making composite active particles comprising a pharmaceutically active material for pulmonary inhalation, the method comprising a jet milling process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to particles and to methods of making particles. In particular, the invention relates to methods of making composite active particles comprising a pharmaceutically active material for pulmonary inhalation, the method comprising a jet milling process.

Abstract: A process for the production of a composition comprising a water-insoluble paracetamol or NSAID which comprises the steps of: a) providing a mixture comprising: i) a water-insoluble paracetamol or NSAID, ii) a water soluble carrier, and iii) a solvent for each of the paracetamol or NSAID and the carrier, and b) spray-drying the mixture to remove the or each solvent and obtain a substantially solvent-free nano-dispersion of the paracetamol or NSAID in the carrier.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for making composite active particles for use in a pharmaceutical composition for pulmonary administration, the method comprising a milling step in which particles of active material are milled in the presence of particles of an additive material which is suitable for the promotion of the dispersal of the composite active particles upon actuation of an inhaler. The invention also relates to compositions for inhalation prepared by the method.

Abstract: The present invention relates to particles and to methods of making particles. In particular, the invention relates to methods of making composite active particles comprising a pharmaceutically active material for pulmonary inhalation, the method comprising a jet milling process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to particles and to methods of making particles. In particular, the invention relates to methods of making composite active particles comprising a pharmaceutically active material for pulmonary inhalation, the method comprising a jet milling process.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for pulmonary delivery comprises glycopyrrolate in a controlled release formulation, wherein, on administration, the glycopyrrolate exerts its pharmacological effect over a period greater than 12 hours.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions which are useful in the treatment of diseases where excess mucus is present in the respiratory tract, such as cystic fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In particular, the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions for administration by pulmonary inhalation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to mucoactive agents, such as heparin which are useful in the treatment of diseases where excess mucus is present in the respiratory tract, such as cystic fibrosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. In particular, the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions for administration by pulmonary inhalation. It also relates to methods for producing particles suitable for pulmonary inhalation, such as spray drying or jet milling.

Abstract: An applicator for applying a spreadable composition to the skin or other exterior region of a human or animal body, comprising receiving means for receiving and carrying a unit or measured dose of the composition and a grip for enabling a user to grip and manipulate the applicator, wherein the grip and receiving means are arranged such that a user gripping the applicator by the grip is protected from inadvertent contact with a composition, a unit or measured dose of which is carried by the receiving means.

Abstract: A process for the production of a composition comprising a water-insoluble opioid which comprises the steps of: a) providing a mixture comprising: i) a water-insoluble opioid, ii) a water soluble carrier, and iii) a solvent for each of the opioid and the carrier, and b) spray-drying the mixture to remove the or each solvent and obtain a substantially solvent-free nano-dispersion of the opioid in the carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for transdermal administration of a therapeutic agent for providing a systemic therapeutic effect. In particular, the invention relates to spreadable compositions, or compositions which may be solid at a temperature of about 25° C. or less and have a softening point of not higher than 35° C., wherein transdermal administration of the therapeutic agent may be either rapid or sustained.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for transdermal administration of therapeutic agents for providing a local and sustained therapeutic effect, wherein the extent of systemic administration can be controlled. In particular, the invention relates to spreadable compositions, or compositions which may be solid at a temperature of about 25° C. or less and have a softening point of not higher than 35° C., for use in the treatment of pain and/or inflammation or administration of a local anaesthetic, wherein transdermal administration of the therapeutic agent may be either rapid or sustained.

Abstract: A process for the production of a composition comprising a water-insoluble triptan which comprises the steps of: a) providing a mixture comprising: i) a water-insoluble triptan, ii) a water soluble carrier, and iii) a solvent for each of the triptan and the carrier, and b) spray-drying the mixture to remove the or each solvent and obtain a substantially solvent-free nano-dispersion of the triptan in the carrier.

Abstract: A process for the production of a composition comprising a water-insoluble opioid which comprises the steps of: a) providing a mixture comprising: i) a water-insoluble opioid, ii) a water soluble carrier, and iii) a solvent for each of the opioid and the carrier, and b) spray-drying the mixture to remove the or each solvent and obtain a substantially solvent-free nano-dispersion of the opioid in the carrier

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and applicator devices for providing accurate and localized administration of pharmaceutical compositions containing therapeutic agents to the skin. In particular, the invention relates to compositions which are solid at a temperature of about 250 C or less, and which soften upon continuous contact with the skin of a patient. The present invention allows a user to administer precise doses of a therapeutic agent by highly localized application of the composition to a desired skin region, without contacting surrounding skin regions, or the user's hand.

Abstract: The present invention provides pharmaceutical compositions for treating a paediatric mammal, the compositions comprising a therapeutic agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, the composition being suitable for topical application resulting in transdermal administration of the therapeutic agent and a systemic therapeutic effect. The invention also provides relates uses of the compositions, applicators and kits.

Abstract: Disclosed is a system for delivery of a drug comprising a multiple unit dosing device comprising a chousing and an actuator, said device containing multiple doses of multiparticulates comprising drug particles, said device upon actuation delivering a unit dose of said multiparticulates, said drug particles having a mean diameter of greater than 10 ?m to about 1 mm such that an effective dose of said drug cannot be delivered into the lower lung of a human patient. Also disclosed are novel methods, devices and dosage forms for delivering a drug.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for pulmonary delivery comprises glycopyrrolate in a controlled release formulation, wherein, on administration, the glycopyrrolate exerts its pharmacological effect over a period greater than 12 hours.