Specialized Combination Therapies for Niche Treatment of BPH/LUTS
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept discloses specialized combination therapies for the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in unique operational environments, such as disaster relief, high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, remote areas, and underserved communities.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent disclosed combination therapies for BPH/LUTS treatment, but these approaches may not be suitable or effective in specific, challenging environments. This inventive concept addresses the limitations of the original patent by adapting the combination therapies for niche markets, providing solutions for underserved populations and unique operational settings.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The inventive concept comprises specialized combination therapies, including portable, waterproof, heat-stable, and water-resistant formulations of mast cell inhibitors and histamine receptor antagonists. These therapies are designed for use in disaster relief settings, high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, remote areas, and underserved communities. The inventive concept also includes devices and kits for delivering these therapies, such as portable, battery-powered injectors and GPS tracking systems, as well as educational materials for healthcare providers and patients in low-resource settings.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce novel and non-obvious features, such as portable, waterproof, and heat-stable formulations, as well as specialized devices and kits, that are tailored to specific operational environments. These features provide a significant improvement over the original patent, enabling effective treatment of BPH/LUTS in niche markets.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of the inventive concept could include aerosolized formulations for inhalation, implantable devices for sustained release, or oral formulations with enhanced bioavailability. Variations could also include different types of mast cell inhibitors or histamine receptor antagonists, or combinations with other therapeutic agents.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The inventive concept has significant commercial potential in the pharmaceutical and medical device industries, particularly in niche markets such as disaster relief, high-security facilities, and remote or underserved areas. The target industries include pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, and healthcare providers serving these niche markets.
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,531 |
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| Title | Combination mast cell inhibition for treatment of BPH/LUTS |
| Assignee(s) | Northwestern University |