Formulation containing diacerein and method for reducing blood concentration of uric acid using the same

摘要

Controlled release formulations containing diacerein or analogs thereof are provided. Also provided is a method of reducing the blood concentration of uric acid using this formulation. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a controlled release formulation with reduced adverse side effects and / or higher bioavailability, comprising an immediate release layer and a sustained release layer.