Polymer Coated Copper IUD
Description: A copper IUD with a biodegradable and biocompatible polymer coating over the copper core, with the intention of modulating the early release of copper ions.
Product Details
Duration: 10 years
Regimen:
Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API):
Status Details
Began discovery in: 2010
Status Details: - All toxicological evaluations were cleared in Phase I.
- All toxicological evaluations were cleared in Phase I.
Additional Information
References: HLL Lifecare website: http://www.lifecarehll.com/
Ramakrishnan R, et al. (2015) Controlled release of copper from an intrauterine device using a biodegradable polymer. Contraception. 92(6);585-8
HLL Lifecare website: http://www.lifecarehll.com/
Ramakrishnan R, et al. (2015) Controlled release of copper from an intrauterine device using a biodegradable polymer. Contraception. 92(6);585-8