Abstract: A multi(micro)particulate tablet is provided comprising microparticles which comprise a mechanically non-deformable core of active principle (AP). The tablet is formed from reservoir microcapsules with prolonged release of the AP, which are each made up of a non-deformable core comprising AP and covered with at least one film coating controlling release of the AP in vivo. The microcapsules have a particle size of between 50 and 1000 microns and are coated with at least one outer overcoating envelope comprising at least one deformable organic constituent having a melting point of between 40° C. and 120° C. The envelope allows the prolonged release of the AP in vivo without modification of the release profile when the microcapsules are compressed to form a tablet, even for microparticles not specifically formulated for compression.

Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical compositions and methods for preventing or reducing niacin-induced flushing comprising an aspirin component and a niacin component having different release profiles. Also provided are methods and compositions for preventing or reducing niacin-induced flushing comprising niacin, aspirin and a lipid-lowering drug other than niacin.

Abstract: A multi(micro)particulate tablet is provided comprising microparticles which comprise a mechanically non-deformable core of active principle (AP). The tablet is formed from reservoir microcapsules with prolonged release of the AP, which are each made up of a non-deformable core comprising AP and covered with at least one film coating controlling release of the AP in vivo. The microcapsules have a particle size of between 50 and 1000 microns and are coated with at least one outer overcoating envelope comprising at least one deformable organic constituent having a melting point of between 40° C. and 120° C. The envelope allows the prolonged release of the AP in vivo without modification of the release profile when the microcapsules are compressed to form a tablet, even for microparticles not specifically formulated for compression.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition, in pellet form, useful for the nutritional and/or medicinal supplementation of ruminants and a method for admixing the pellets with foodstuff. The pellet contains granules of one or more active ingredients/principles protected against degradation in toe rumen and one or more binding agents capable of being solubilized, crosslinked or melted. Optionally, the pellet may also contain an unprotected active ingredient for release in the rumen. The pellet may further contain a disintegrating agent and/or filler.

Abstract: The present invention relates to microcapsules for the oral administration of medicinal and/or nutritional active principles (AP), which are smaller than or equal to 1000 .mu.m in size. These microcapsules consist of particles which are coated with a coating material consisting of a mixture of a film-forming polymer derivative, a hydrophobic plasticizer, a functional agent and a nitrogen-containing polymer. These microcapsules are also characterized by their ability to remain in the small intestine for a long time (at least 5 hours) and to allow, during the residence, release and absorption of the AP. The invention also relates to a process for the production of the said microcapsules.

Abstract: The invention relates to microcapsules containing at least one active ingredient, characterized in that they are constituted by:an hydrophilic and essentially non-aqueous liquid inner core, formed of a solution of at least one active ingredient which is water-soluble and amphiphilic in at least one non-aqueous hydrophilic solvent, andby a wall, enclosing said inner core and based on at least one polymer or copolymer, and to one of their preparation methods.The invention finds an application in systems of instant release of active ingredient, such as articles of hygiene, surgical gloves and materials.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a cellular cellulosic material containing a biocide agent and to a process for preparing same. Characteristically, matrix type microparticles, containing at least one biocide agent, are distributed in the network of cellulose of said material, ensuring therein, in the presence of moisture or water, a controlled release of the biocide agent or agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new granules, as well as the process for their preparation, obtained by extrusion of a mixture containing a meltable binder in an amount such that it permits the passage of the mixture through a die. The granules obtained are then coated with a polymer permitting their trans-rumen passage without degradation. After coating, these granules are used for animal feeding of ruminants.

Abstract: A composition which is stable in a medium in which the pH is greater than or equal to 5.5 and which permits the release of an active substance in a medium in which the pH is less than or equal to 3.5, comprising the active substance, which contains inclusions of, or which is completely or partially covered by, a pH sensitive material whose extent and/or rate of swelling is greater in an acidic medium than in a neutral medium, and a coating of a hydrophobic layer.

Abstract: A composition for coating a biologically active substance, which is stable in a medium with a pH greater than or equal to 5 and which enables the active substance to be released in a medium with a pH less than or equal to 3.5, consisting of a basic amino copolymer (preferably vinyl-pyridine/styrene copolymer) and a hydrophobic substance with a melting point greater than 60.degree. C. (preferably stearic acid), the hydrophobic substance content being between 50 and 90% of the total mass of the coating, and granules comprising a nucleous containing the biologically active substance, coated with this composition.

Abstract: A composition for coating a biologically active substance which is stable in a medium in which the pH is greater than or equal to 5 and which permits the release of the active substance in a medium in which the pH is less than or equal to 3.5, comprises a film-forming, water-insoluble binder which possesses controlled hydrophilicity and is optionally slightly sensitive to pH variations, and a substance which is sensitive to pH variations (e.g. an inorganic filler, simple aminated substance, basic polymer or copolymer, chitosan). Pellets for feeding to ruminants consist of a core containing the biologically active substance, e.g. methionine or lysine, coated with this substance.

Abstract: Composition for feeding ruminants, containing a water-soluble biologically active substance which is stable in a medium whose pH is greater than or equal to 5 and which permits the release of the active substance in a medium whose pH is less than 3.5, comprising:a core containing the active substance, which has optionally undergone a surface treatment,a first coating layer consisting of a film-forming substance sensitive to pH variations, optionally in combination with an inorganic filler, anda second coating layer consisting of a hydrophobic substance, optionally in combination with an inorganic filler.

Abstract: Composition for coating a biologically active substance, which is stable in a medium of which the pH is greater than or equal to 5, and which permits the release of the active substance in a medium of which the pH is less than or equal to 3.5, and biologically active substances when surrounded by this composition.