Abstract:
The present invention is directed to an improved system for controlled release of a bone growth promoting compound and to a flowable composition for its formation. The flowable composition is composed of a bone growth promoting compound, a thermoplastic polymer and an organic solvent. The flowable composition is capable of forming a biodegradable and/or bioerodible microporous, solid polymer matrix. The matrix is useful as an implant in patients (humans and animals) for delivery of a bone growth promoting compound to certain tissues.
Abstract:
Devices for controlled release of active substances in the form of tablets, capsules and beads comprised of a porous substructure surrounded by one or more interfacial membranes.
Abstract:
This invention is directed to pharmaceutical compositions and methods comprising prostglandin agonists, specifically EP 2 receptor selective agonists, which are useful to enhance bone repair and healing and restore or augment bone mass in vertebrates, particularly mammals. The EP 2 receptor selective agonists of the present invention are effective in the treatment of conditions such as those in which the patient has delayed or non-union fracture, bone defect, spinal fusion, bone in-growth, cranial facial reconstruction or bone sites at risk for fracture.