Patent ID: 6416778
Filing Date: 2002-07-09
Classification: A61K,Y10S

Abstract:
A drug formulation comprising drug particles suitable for regional administration of an effective amount to provide relief from symptoms of a disease or disorder selected from the group consisting of endometriosis, endometrial bacterial infections, cancer, and endocrine conditions in a region in patients in need thereof, wherein the region is selected from the group consisting of the uterus, fallopian tubes, peritoneal space, pelvic cul-de-sac, ovaries, and urinogenital tract,wherein the effective amount is a dosage which results in low serum drug levels and reduced side effects as compared to systemic administration of the drug, and wherein the formulation is in a carrier promoting quick uptake of the drug into the blood stream, a carrier manipulating release of drug, or a carrier promoting adhesion of the drug selected from the group consisting of a liquid suspension or dispersion, a hydrogel suspension or dispersion, a topical ointment, a cream, a lotion, and a foam.