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Capronor
Product Overview
Alternative Name:
Capronor Biodegradable Implant
Development Status:
Inactive
Target:
Female
Mode:
Hormonal
Delivery Type:
Subdermal
Duration Type:
Long-acting
Description:
Capronor is a single-capsule, biodegradable, subdermal contraceptive that releases levonorgestrel over a 12- to 18-month period.
Updated date:
July 18, 2016
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Product Details
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API):
levonorgestrel
Inactive material:
Poly-caprolactone (PCL)
Potential Multi-Purpose Technology (MPT):
No
Duration:
12-18 months
Partner:
RTI International
,
NICHD
Status
Project Phase:
Late Development
Project Stage:
Phase II
Status Details:
Development abandoned in the 1990s due to skin irritation and stability in storage issues. There were also concerns about removal of the device and a long tail effect.
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