Patent ID: 9017702
Filing Date: 2015-04-28
Classification: A61K,A61P

Abstract:
1. A formulation for administration to drinking water of animals comprising a poorly water soluble active ingredient, a thickener combination and water, wherein the active ingredient exhibits a particle size within the range of from 0.01 microns to 10 microns; and wherein the thickener combination comprises at least three thickeners selected from the following groups A, B, C and D: A. cellulose derivatives comprising sodium carboxy methyl cellulose, B. non-cellulosic polysaccharide thickeners comprising xanthan gums, and/or carrageenan, C. cross-linked polyacrylic acid polymers comprising carbomers; and D. hydrocolloidal hydrated silicates comprising aluminum bentonite; and wherein the formulation is in concentrated form such that the active ingredient content is 1 to 90 wt. % and wherein no oil and no surfactant is contained in the formulation.