implantable device for octreotide distribution and methods of use

摘要

This invention is related to the use of polyurethane-based polymer as a drug delivery device to deliver biologically active octreotide at a constant rate for an extended period of time and methods of manufactures thereof. The device is very bio-compatible and biostable, and is useful as an implant in patients (humans and animals) for the delivery of octreotide to tissues or organs.