Pharmaceutical compositions of ramelteon and methods of use thereof
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- CN · China
- Patent Type
- Applications(China)
- Current Assignee / Owner
- MAXINASE LIFE SCI LTD
- Publication Date
- 2020-04-10
- Estimated Expiration
- Not applicable · inactive patent
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Abstract
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[0001] The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition of ramelteon and a method of use thereof. More specifically, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions of ramelteon for the treatment of insomnia and jet lag by transmucosal administration. The present invention achieves a faster onset of pharmacological action by delivering low doses of ramelteon via intranasal or sublingual routes compared to conventional oral tablet administration. Background technique
[0002] About 30% to 40% of the population suffers from mild to severe insomnia. Insomnia can cause impairments in physical and mental health, such as fatigue and reduced alertness, irritability and inability to concentrate, increasing the risk of accidents and reducing productivity. All of these symptoms have a negative impact on quality of life. Appropriate treatment of insomnia includes lifestyle changes, sleep hygiene, and pharmacological intervention with sedativ...