Acino ? Delivering Health
Acino ? Delivering Health
Acino ? Delivering Health
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Extended release parenterals<br />
Biodegradable subcutaneous implants<br />
Drug implants are monolithic rods (length of 1-2 cm and a diameter of 1-2 mm)<br />
containing the active ingredient embedded into a biodegradable polymer matrix<br />
(poly-lactide-co-glycolide) as a carrier substance.<br />
Physicians apply them with a commercially available standard syringe under the skin<br />
(subcutaneous).<br />
Technologies<br />
Melt extrusion<br />
(monolithic implants)<br />
Dosage forms<br />
Biodegradable subcutaneous<br />
drug implants<br />
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