Specialized Hydrocortisone Formulations for Niche Environments
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept adapts the original aqueous pharmaceutical formulation of hydrocortisone sodium phosphate and monothioglycerol for specific, high-stakes scenarios, such as disaster relief, high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, and remote, off-grid locations.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent provided a broad formulation for hydrocortisone sodium phosphate and monothioglycerol. However, these formulations may not be suitable for unique operational environments, such as disaster relief or high-security facilities, where specific packaging, storage, and administration requirements must be met. This inventive concept addresses these limitations by providing specialized formulations and systems tailored to these niche environments.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept encompasses a range of specialized formulations and systems that adapt the original aqueous pharmaceutical formulation to specific, high-stakes scenarios. For example, Claim 1 describes a system for emergency response, packaged in a waterproof container for use in disaster relief scenarios. Claim 2 outlines a method for treating allergic reactions in high-security facilities, using a controlled environment and intravenous injection. Claim 3 describes a portable kit for treating skin conditions in extreme weather conditions, featuring a waterproof storage container. Claim 4 outlines a system for co-administering hydrocortisone sodium phosphate and monothioglycerol in a sterile, hermetically-sealed environment, for use in high-security medical facilities. Claim 5 details a method for treating eczema in remote, off-grid locations, using a portable, solar-powered refrigeration unit.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The novelty of this inventive concept lies in its adaptation of the original formulation to specific, high-stakes scenarios, requiring unique packaging, storage, and administration considerations. The inventive step is in the recognition of the need for specialized formulations and systems in these niche environments and the development of solutions that address these specific requirements.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments of this inventive concept could include formulations tailored to specific types of disasters (e.g., earthquake, hurricane, or wildfire relief), high-security facilities with varying levels of clearance, or extreme weather conditions (e.g., arctic, desert, or tropical environments). Variations could also include different modes of administration (e.g., oral, topical, or injectable) or alternative packaging materials (e.g., biodegradable or recyclable materials).
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The commercial potential of this inventive concept lies in its ability to provide specialized solutions for high-stakes scenarios, addressing unmet needs in disaster relief, high-security facilities, extreme weather conditions, and remote, off-grid locations. Target industries could include pharmaceutical companies, medical device manufacturers, disaster relief organizations, and government agencies.
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Pharmaceutical formulations, specifically aqueous steroid preparations with stabilizing agents, requiring expertise in pharmaceutical chemistry, drug delivery systems, and medical applications
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A pharmaceutical chemist or formulation specialist with advanced degree, experience in steroid drug development, knowledge of pharmaceutical stabilization techniques, and understanding of drug delivery variations
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that the source patent's hydrocortisone sodium phosphate formulation provides a foundational template for adapting pharmaceutical delivery to specialized environments. The PTD's variations represent predictable extensions of known pharmaceutical engineering principles, applying standard packaging, storage, and administration techniques to an established drug formulation. The core chemical composition remains substantially unchanged, with modifications focusing on contextual delivery methods.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,555 |
|---|---|
| Title | Aqueous pharmaceutical formulation of hydrocortisone sodium phosphate and monothioglycerol |
| Assignee(s) | Antares Pharma, Inc. |