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Pharmaceutical Compositions For The Treatment Of Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator Mediated Diseases - EP3131582

The patent EP3131582 was granted to Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated on May 23, 2018. The application was filed on Apr 14, 2015 under application number EP15721912A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Granted And Under Opposition".

EP3131582

VERTEX PHARMACEUTICALS INCORPORATED
Application Number
EP15721912A
Filing Date
Apr 14, 2015
Status
Granted And Under Opposition
Apr 20, 2018
Publication Date
May 23, 2018
External Links
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Patent Summary

Pharmaceutical compositions for treating CFTR-mediated diseases with improved properties. The compositions contain a mixture of therapeutic agents, including a CFTR corrector and a CFTR potentiator, in spray dried dispersion form. The dispersions are substantially free of polymer. The spray drying process helps to improve the properties of the therapeutic agents when combined in this way. The compositions can be used to treat cystic fibrosis by providing enhanced CFTR function.

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CompanyOpposition DateRepresentativeOpposition Status
GENERICS UKFeb 22, 2019TER MEER STEINMEISTER & PARTNERADMISSIBLE

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