Baclofen-based Solutions for Diverse Industries
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
The present inventive concept leverages the core technology of stable oral suspensions of baclofen to address unmet needs in various industries, including veterinary medicine, aquaculture, and agriculture, offering novel solutions for chronic pain management, muscle spasticity reduction, and crop yield improvement.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed stable oral suspensions of baclofen for human use, but its applications were limited to pharmaceutical compositions for oral administration. The present inventive concept expands the scope of the original technology to address pressing problems in new industries, where the need for effective, safe, and convenient solutions is evident.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises a system, method, or composition that utilizes the stable oral suspension of baclofen or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof at a concentration of equal to or more than about 2 mg/mL. In the veterinary medicine field, the inventive concept provides a system for treating chronic pain in companion animals, featuring a veterinary-friendly administration device. In aquaculture, the composition includes a fish-friendly excipient, enabling the safe and effective administration of baclofen to fish. In agriculture, the inventive concept encompasses a device for delivering the stable oral suspension to a target area of a plant, incorporating a micro-irrigation system and a plant growth-promoting agent, as well as a method for improving crop yields by applying the suspension to the soil or foliage of a crop.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel applications and use cases for the stable oral suspension of baclofen, which are not obvious from the original patent. The inventive concept's value lies in its ability to adapt the core technology to address specific needs in diverse industries, thereby expanding the scope of the original invention.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept may include different administration devices, excipients, or delivery systems tailored to specific industries or applications. Variations of the composition may involve the use of different concentrations of baclofen or the incorporation of additional active ingredients to enhance efficacy or safety.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the veterinary medicine, aquaculture, and agriculture industries, where there is a growing demand for innovative, effective, and safe solutions. The market for these applications is substantial, with opportunities for partnerships, licensing agreements, and product development collaborations.
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,524 |
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| Title | Stable oral suspensions of baclofen |
| Assignee(s) | ANI Pharmaceuticals, Inc. |