Ironwood Pharmaceuticals. has filed a patent for delayed release pharmaceutical compositions containing linaclotide or its salts. The invention covers methods for preparation and use of these compositions. GlobalData’s report on Ironwood Pharmaceuticals gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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Delayed release pharmaceutical composition containing linaclotide

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Ironwood Pharmaceuticals Inc

A delayed release pharmaceutical composition comprising linaclotide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is the subject of a recently filed patent (Publication Number: US20230398173A1). The composition can be in the form of a delayed release tablet or capsule, with the option of including an enteric or functional coating for added protection. The composition is designed to release at least 70% or 80% of the linaclotide at a pH greater than 5 or 7, with a disintegration rate of less than 30 seconds at the specified pH levels. Additionally, the composition aims to release linaclotide in specific regions of the gastrointestinal tract, such as the ileum, terminal ileum, or colon, for targeted therapeutic effects.

Furthermore, the patent claims encompass various formulations involving polymers, stabilizing agents, and cations to enhance the efficacy and stability of the composition. The inclusion of specific amino acids, such as histidine, and divalent metal cations like calcium or magnesium, in precise molar ratios further highlights the meticulous design of the pharmaceutical composition. The patent also covers methods of manufacturing the composition, unit dosage forms, and applications in treating gastrointestinal disorders like irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, and other related conditions. Overall, the patent outlines a comprehensive approach to developing a novel delayed release pharmaceutical composition for targeted delivery and treatment of gastrointestinal ailments.

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