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A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof 8
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1.

SYNTHESIS OF METHYL 2-FLUOROACRYLATE

      
Application Number 17907459
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-03-27
First Publication Date 2023-04-27
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Mu, Yongqi
  • Brunke, Jessica

Abstract

Methods for the synthesis of methyl 2-fluoroacrylate (MFA) are provided. The methods include use of various hydrofluorination agents using a variety of starting materials and reaction schemes. The methyl 2-fluoroacrylate prepared by the methods described herein can further be used to prepare patiromer calcium sorbitex.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08F 220/22 - Esters containing halogen
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 67/08 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting carboxylic acids or symmetrical anhydrides with the hydroxy or O-metal group of organic compounds

2.

ONE STEP SYNTHESIS FOR ALKYL 2-FLUOROACRYLATES

      
Application Number 17755981
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-12
First Publication Date 2023-01-05
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Jin, Qingwu
  • Whitacre, Michael

Abstract

A process is provided that results in an alkyl haloacrylate that is produced by reaction of a dialkyl or diaryl halomalonate with an aldehyde, preferably formalin or paraformaldehyde, and a base catalyst to produce an intermediate that is not isolated and is heated to produce the alkyl haloacrylate. This synthesis can be one pot, meaning it reacts in the same vessel and/or reaction mixture and does not require isolation of the intermediate, and provides an improved yield. In particular, a process is provided that results in an alkyl 2-fluoroacrylate.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 67/32 - Decarboxylation
  • C08F 220/22 - Esters containing halogen
  • C08J 3/09 - Making solutions, dispersions, lattices or gels by other methods than by solution, emulsion or suspension polymerisation techniques in organic liquids

3.

CROSSLINKED CATION EXCHANGE POLYMERS, COMPOSITIONS AND USE IN TREATING HYPERKALEMIA

      
Application Number 17323627
Status Pending
Filing Date 2021-05-18
First Publication Date 2022-01-06
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Mansky, Paul
  • Albrecht, Detlef
  • Burdick, Michael
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Connor, Eric
  • Halfon, Sherin
  • Huang, I-Zu
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Chidambaram, Ramakrishnan
  • Mills, Jonathan
  • Strüver, Werner

Abstract

The present invention is directed to crosslinked cation exchange polymers comprising a fluoro group and an acid group, pharmaceutical compositions of these polymers, compositions of a linear polyol and a salt of such polymer. Crosslinked cation exchange polymers having beneficial physical properties, including combinations of particle size, particle shape, particle size distribution, viscosity, yield stress, compressibility, surface morphology, and/or swelling ratio are also described. These polymers and compositions are useful to bind potassium in the gastrointestinal tract.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • C08F 220/22 - Esters containing halogen
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 47/26 - Carbohydrates, e.g. sugar alcohols, amino sugars, nucleic acids, mono-, di- or oligo-saccharidesDerivatives thereof, e.g. polysorbates, sorbitan fatty acid esters or glycyrrhizin
  • B01J 39/20 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds

4.

SYNTHESIS OF METHYL 2-FLUOROACRYLATE

      
Application Number IB2021052549
Publication Number 2021/191876
Status In Force
Filing Date 2021-03-27
Publication Date 2021-09-30
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Mu, Yongqi
  • Brunke, Jessica

Abstract

Methods for the synthesis of methyl 2-fluoroacrylate (MFA) are provided. The methods include use of various hydrofluorination agents using a variety of starting materials and reaction schemes. The methyl 2-fluoroacrylate prepared by the methods described herein can further be used to prepare patiromer calcium sorbitex.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 51/377 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by splitting-off hydrogen or functional groupsPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by hydrogenolysis of functional groups
  • C07C 67/08 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting carboxylic acids or symmetrical anhydrides with the hydroxy or O-metal group of organic compounds
  • C07C 67/30 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group
  • C07C 67/327 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by splitting-off hydrogen or functional groupsPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by hydrogenolysis of functional groups by elimination of functional groups containing oxygen only in singly bound form
  • C07D 301/12 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with hydrogen peroxide or inorganic peroxides or peracids
  • C07D 301/14 - Synthesis of the oxirane ring by oxidation of unsaturated compounds, or of mixtures of unsaturated and saturated compounds with organic peracids, or salts, anhydrides or esters thereof
  • C07C 69/353 - Esters of acyclic saturated polycarboxylic acids having an esterified carboxyl group bound to an acyclic carbon atom esterified with a hydroxy compound having the esterified hydroxy group bound to a carbon atom of a six-membered aromatic ring
  • C07C 57/54 - Halogenated acrylic or methacrylic acids
  • C07C 69/675 - Esters of carboxylic acids having esterified carboxyl groups bound to acyclic carbon atoms and having any of the groups OH, O-metal, —CHO, keto, ether, acyloxy, groups, groups, or in the acid moiety of saturated acids of saturated hydroxy-carboxylic acids
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C08F 8/12 - Hydrolysis
  • C08F 220/22 - Esters containing halogen

5.

POTASSIUM-BINDING AGENTS FOR TREATING HYPERTENSION AND HYPERKALEMIA

      
Application Number 17087439
Status Pending
Filing Date 2020-11-02
First Publication Date 2021-02-18
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Berman, Lance

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding agent to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 33/06 - Aluminium, calcium or magnesiumCompounds thereof
  • A61K 33/24 - Heavy metalsCompounds thereof
  • B01J 39/20 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds

6.

Fluorination of acrylate esters and derivatives

      
Application Number 16813328
Grant Number 10766845
Status In Force
Filing Date 2020-03-09
First Publication Date 2020-07-02
Grant Date 2020-09-08
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor Mu, Yongqi

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting acrylate esters or a derivative thereof to difluoropropionic acid or a derivative thereof. This process is generally performed using fluorine gas in a hydrofluorocarbon solvent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 51/36 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by hydrogenation of carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 51/62 - Preparation of carboxylic acid halides by reactions not involving the carboxylic acid halide group
  • C07C 51/50 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation
  • C07C 51/64 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 67/22 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by conversion of a group containing nitrogen into an ester group from nitriles
  • C07C 67/62 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation
  • C07C 67/03 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting an ester group with a hydroxy group
  • C07C 253/32 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 253/30 - Preparation of carboxylic acid nitriles by reactions not involving the formation of cyano groups

7.

Fluorination of acrylate esters and derivatives

      
Application Number 16199967
Grant Number 10584089
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-11-26
First Publication Date 2020-01-30
Grant Date 2020-03-10
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor Mu, Yongqi

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting acrylate esters or a derivative thereof to difluoropropionic acid or a derivative thereof. This process is generally performed using fluorine gas in a hydrofluorocarbon solvent. In particular, a process for fluorinating a double bond is disclosed. This process comprises forming a reaction mixture comprising a hydrofluorocarbon solvent, fluorine gas, and a compound of formula 1 2 to form a compound of formula 2 in a yield of at least 50% 2F, wherein the hydrofluorocarbon solvent comprises 2H,3H-decafluoropentane and the reaction mixture further comprises a fluorination agent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 51/36 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by hydrogenation of carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C07C 51/50 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation
  • C07C 51/62 - Preparation of carboxylic acid halides by reactions not involving the carboxylic acid halide group
  • C07C 51/64 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 67/03 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting an ester group with a hydroxy group
  • C07C 67/22 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by conversion of a group containing nitrogen into an ester group from nitriles
  • C07C 67/62 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 253/30 - Preparation of carboxylic acid nitriles by reactions not involving the formation of cyano groups
  • C07C 253/32 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives

8.

Process for converting a polymeric ester to a polymeric acid

      
Application Number 15910630
Grant Number 10570225
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-02
First Publication Date 2018-09-27
Grant Date 2020-02-25
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Connor, Eric
  • Salaymeh, Faleh

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting an ester group to an acid group for polymers having a pendant ester of an acid group. This process is generally performed using an aqueous strong base.

IPC Classes  ?

9.

Potassium-binding agents for treating hypertension and hyperkalemia

      
Application Number 15916617
Grant Number 11123363
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-03-09
First Publication Date 2018-07-12
Grant Date 2021-09-21
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Berman, Lance

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding agent to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 33/06 - Aluminium, calcium or magnesiumCompounds thereof
  • A61K 33/24 - Heavy metalsCompounds thereof
  • B01J 39/20 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds

10.

Methods and compositions for selectively removing potassium ion from the gastrointestinal tract of a mammal

      
Application Number 15869930
Grant Number 10905711
Status In Force
Filing Date 2018-01-12
First Publication Date 2018-05-17
Grant Date 2021-02-02
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Cope, Michael J.
  • Mansky, Paul
  • Liu, Futian
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Connor, Eric
  • Biyani, Kalpesh
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Mong, Tony Kwok-Kong
  • Chen, Yan

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances using core-shell composites and compositions comprising such core-shell composites. In particular, the invention provides core-shell particles and compositions comprising potassium binding polymers, and core-shell particles and compositions comprising sodium binding polymers, and in each case, pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are also disclosed. The compositions and methods of the invention offer improved approaches for treatment of hyperkalemia and other indications related to potassium ion homeostasis, and for treatment of hypertension and other indicates related to sodium ion homeostasis.

IPC Classes  ?

11.

Fluorination of acrylate esters and derivatives

      
Application Number 15680325
Grant Number 10138198
Status In Force
Filing Date 2017-08-18
First Publication Date 2018-04-12
Grant Date 2018-11-27
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor Mu, Yongqi

Abstract

The present disclosure generally relates to processes for converting acrylate esters or a derivative thereof to difluoropropionic acid or a derivative thereof. This process is generally performed using fluorine gas in a hydrofluorocarbon solvent. In particular, a continuous process for fluorinating a double bond is disclosed, the process comprising forming a reaction stream comprising a compound of formula 1 or formula 5 dissolved in a hydrofluorocarbon or fluorocarbon solvent, 2; the reaction stream flowing through a continuous fluorination reactor at a flow rate of from about 0.2 mL/minute to about 2 mL/minute and fluorine gas flows through the continuous fluorination reactor at a gas flow rate of from about 0.2 mmol/minute to about 2 mmol/minute; whereby reaction of the compound of formula 1 or formula 5 with the fluorine gas forms a compound of formula 2 or formula 6 2F.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 51/62 - Preparation of carboxylic acid halides by reactions not involving the carboxylic acid halide group
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 53/21 - Acids containing three or more carbon atoms containing fluorine
  • C07C 53/50 - Acyl halides containing halogen outside the carbonyl halide group of acids containing three or more carbon atoms
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 69/63 - Halogen-containing esters of saturated acids
  • C07C 253/30 - Preparation of carboxylic acid nitriles by reactions not involving the formation of cyano groups
  • C07C 255/03 - Mononitriles
  • C07C 51/36 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by hydrogenation of carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C07C 67/22 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by conversion of a group containing nitrogen into an ester group from nitriles
  • C07C 253/32 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 51/50 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation
  • C07C 51/64 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 67/03 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting an ester group with a hydroxy group
  • C07C 67/62 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation

12.

Fluorination of acrylate esters and derivatives

      
Application Number 15287105
Grant Number 09738584
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-06
First Publication Date 2017-02-09
Grant Date 2017-08-22
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor Mu, Yongqi

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting acrylate esters or a derivative thereof to difluoropropionic acid or a derivative thereof. This process is generally performed using fluorine gas in a hydrofluorocarbon solvent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 51/36 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by hydrogenation of carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bonds
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 51/62 - Preparation of carboxylic acid halides by reactions not involving the carboxylic acid halide group
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 67/22 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by conversion of a group containing nitrogen into an ester group from nitriles
  • C07C 253/30 - Preparation of carboxylic acid nitriles by reactions not involving the formation of cyano groups
  • C07C 253/32 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 51/50 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation
  • C07C 51/64 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives
  • C07C 67/03 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by reacting an ester group with a hydroxy group
  • C07C 67/62 - Use of additives, e.g. for stabilisation

13.

Potassium-binding agents for treating hypertension and hyperkalemia

      
Application Number 15287179
Grant Number 09925212
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-10-06
First Publication Date 2017-01-26
Grant Date 2018-03-27
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Berman, Lance

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding agent to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 33/06 - Aluminium, calcium or magnesiumCompounds thereof
  • A61K 33/24 - Heavy metalsCompounds thereof
  • B01J 39/20 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds

14.

Process for converting a polymeric ester to a polymeric acid

      
Application Number 15276175
Grant Number 09908951
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-09-26
First Publication Date 2017-01-12
Grant Date 2018-03-06
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Connor, Eric
  • Salaymeh, Faleh

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting an ester group to an acid group for polymers having a pendant ester of an acid group. This process is generally performed using an aqueous strong base.

IPC Classes  ?

15.

Methods and compositions for selectively removing potassium ion from the gastrointestinal tract of a mammal

      
Application Number 15069607
Grant Number 10058567
Status In Force
Filing Date 2016-03-14
First Publication Date 2016-07-07
Grant Date 2018-08-28
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Cope, Michael J.
  • Mansky, Paul
  • Liu, Futian
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Connor, Eric
  • Biyani, Kalpesh
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Mong, Tony Kwok-Kong
  • Chen, Yan
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Buysse, Jerry

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances using core-shell composites and compositions comprising such core-shell composites. In particular, the invention provides core-shell particles and compositions comprising potassium binding polymers, and core-shell particles and compositions comprising sodium binding polymers, and in each case, pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are also disclosed. The compositions and methods of the invention offer improved approaches for treatment of hyperkalemia and other indications related to potassium ion homeostasis, and for treatment of hypertension and other indicates related to sodium ion homeostasis.

IPC Classes  ?

16.

Fluorination of acrylate esters and derivatives

      
Application Number 14742381
Grant Number 09464040
Status In Force
Filing Date 2015-06-17
First Publication Date 2015-10-08
Grant Date 2016-10-11
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor Mu, Yongqi

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting acrylate esters or a derivative thereof to difluoropropionic acid or a derivative thereof. This process is generally performed using fluorine gas in a hydrofluorocarbon solvent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 253/30 - Preparation of carboxylic acid nitriles by reactions not involving the formation of cyano groups
  • C07C 51/62 - Preparation of carboxylic acid halides by reactions not involving the carboxylic acid halide group
  • C07C 67/22 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by conversion of a group containing nitrogen into an ester group from nitriles
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 253/32 - SeparationPurificationStabilisationUse of additives

17.

Potassium-binding agents for treating hypertension and hyperkalemia

      
Application Number 14581698
Grant Number 09492476
Status In Force
Filing Date 2014-12-23
First Publication Date 2015-04-23
Grant Date 2016-11-15
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Berman, Lance

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding agent to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 33/06 - Aluminium, calcium or magnesiumCompounds thereof
  • A61K 33/24 - Heavy metalsCompounds thereof
  • B01J 39/20 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds

18.

Fluorination of acrylate esters and derivatives

      
Application Number 14128899
Grant Number 09061990
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-27
First Publication Date 2014-08-07
Grant Date 2015-06-23
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor Mu, Yongqi

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting acrylate esters or a derivative thereof to difluoropropionic acid or a derivative thereof. This process is generally performed using fluorine gas in a hydrofluorocarbon solvent.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C07C 69/63 - Halogen-containing esters of saturated acids
  • C07C 67/307 - Preparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acid esters by modifying the acid moiety of the ester, such modification not being an introduction of an ester group by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 51/363 - Preparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by introduction of halogenPreparation of carboxylic acids or their salts, halides, or anhydrides by reactions not involving formation of carboxyl groups by substitution of halogen atoms by other halogen atoms
  • C07C 51/62 - Preparation of carboxylic acid halides by reactions not involving the carboxylic acid halide group

19.

Process for converting a polymeric ester to a polymeric acid

      
Application Number 14128852
Grant Number 09453092
Status In Force
Filing Date 2012-06-27
First Publication Date 2014-06-19
Grant Date 2016-09-27
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Connor, Eric
  • Salaymeh, Faleh

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to processes for converting an ester group to an acid group for polymers having a pendant ester of an acid group. This process is generally performed using an aqueous strong base.

IPC Classes  ?

20.

POTASSIUM-BINDING AGENTS FOR TREATING HYPERTENSION AND HYPERKALEMIA

      
Document Number 02886788
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-08
Open to Public Date 2014-04-17
Grant Date 2022-04-19
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Berman, Lance

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding agent to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 33/06 - Aluminium, calcium or magnesiumCompounds thereof
  • A61P 9/12 - Antihypertensives
  • A61P 13/12 - Drugs for disorders of the urinary system of the kidneys

21.

Potassium binding polymers for treating hypertension and hyperkalemia

      
Application Number 14048983
Grant Number 10813946
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-08
First Publication Date 2014-04-17
Grant Date 2020-10-27
Owner Vifor (International) Ltd. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Berman, Lance

Abstract

The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding polymer to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61K 31/7004 - Monosaccharides having only carbon, hydrogen and oxygen atoms
  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 33/06 - Aluminium, calcium or magnesiumCompounds thereof
  • A61K 33/24 - Heavy metalsCompounds thereof
  • B01J 39/20 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by reactions only involving unsaturated carbon-to-carbon bonds

22.

Methods and compositions for selectively removing potassium ion from the gastrointestinal tract of a mammal

      
Application Number 14053725
Grant Number 09301974
Status In Force
Filing Date 2013-10-15
First Publication Date 2014-02-13
Grant Date 2016-04-05
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Cope, Michael J.
  • Mansky, Paul
  • Liu, Futian
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Connor, Eric
  • Biyani, Kalpesh
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Mong, Tony Kwok-Kong
  • Chen, Yan

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances using core-shell composites and compositions comprising such core-shell composites. In particular, the invention provides core-shell particles and compositions comprising potassium binding polymers, and core-shell particles and compositions comprising sodium binding polymers, and in each case, pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are also disclosed. The compositions and methods of the invention offer improved approaches for treatment of hyperkalemia and other indications related to potassium ion homeostasis, and for treatment of hypertension and other indicates related to sodium ion homeostasis.

IPC Classes  ?

23.

Linear polyol stabilized polyfluoroacrylate compositions

      
Application Number 12545810
Grant Number 08337824
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-08-22
First Publication Date 2010-05-06
Grant Date 2012-12-25
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Albrecht, Detlef
  • Burdick, Michael
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chidambaram, Ramakrishnan
  • Connor, Eric
  • Halfon, Sherin
  • Huang, I-Zu
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Mills, Jonathan
  • Strüver, Werner

Abstract

The present invention is directed to compositions of a linear polyol and a salt of a crosslinked cation exchange polymer comprising a fluoro group and an acid group. These compositions are useful to bind potassium in the gastrointestinal tract.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 47/10 - AlcoholsPhenolsSalts thereof, e.g. glycerolPolyethylene glycols [PEG]PoloxamersPEG/POE alkyl ethers
  • A61K 31/75 - Polymers of hydrocarbons of ethene
  • A61K 31/755 - Polymers containing halogen
  • A61K 31/785 - Polymers containing nitrogen
  • A61K 31/047 - Hydroxy compounds, e.g. alcoholsSalts thereof, e.g. alcoholates having two or more hydroxy groups, e.g. sorbitol
  • C08F 220/22 - Esters containing halogen
  • C08F 220/04 - AcidsMetals salts or ammonium salts thereof
  • C08F 299/00 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by interreacting polymers involving only carbon-to-carbon unsaturated bond reactions, in the absence of non-macromolecular monomers
  • C08F 236/00 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, at least one having two or more carbon-to-carbon double bonds
  • C08F 236/20 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, at least one having two or more carbon-to-carbon double bonds the radical having only two carbon-to-carbon double bonds unconjugated
  • C08F 230/02 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, each having only one carbon-to-carbon double bond, and containing phosphorus, selenium, tellurium or a metal containing phosphorus

24.

CROSSLINKED CATION EXCHANGE POLYMERS, COMPOSITIONS AND USE IN TREATING HYPERKALEMIA

      
Document Number 02735058
Status In Force
Filing Date 2009-08-22
Open to Public Date 2010-02-25
Grant Date 2021-01-26
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Mansky, Paul
  • Albrecht, Detlef
  • Burdick, Michael
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Connor, Eric
  • Halfon, Sherin
  • Huang, I-Zu
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Chidambaram, Ramakrishnan
  • Mills, Jonathan
  • Struever, Werner

Abstract

The present invention is directed to crosslinked cation exchange polymers comprising a fluoro group and an acid group, pharmaceutical compositions of these polymers, compositions of a linear polyol and a salt of such polymer. Crosslinked cation exchange polymers having beneficial physical properties, including combinations of particle size, particle shape, particle size distribution, viscosity, yield stress, compressibility, surface morphology, and/or swelling ratio are also described. These polymers and compositions are useful to bind potassium in the gastrointestinal tract.

IPC Classes  ?

  • C08F 220/00 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, each having only one carbon-to-carbon double bond, and only one being terminated by only one carboxyl radical or a salt, anhydride, ester, amide, imide, or nitrile thereof
  • A61K 31/78 - Polymers containing oxygen of acrylic acid or derivatives thereof
  • A61P 1/00 - Drugs for disorders of the alimentary tract or the digestive system
  • C08F 212/36 - Divinylbenzene
  • C08F 236/20 - Copolymers of compounds having one or more unsaturated aliphatic radicals, at least one having two or more carbon-to-carbon double bonds the radical having only two carbon-to-carbon double bonds unconjugated
  • C08J 3/24 - Crosslinking, e.g. vulcanising, of macromolecules

25.

Methods for preparing core-shell composites having cross-linked shells and core-shell composites resulting therefrom

      
Application Number 12088611
Grant Number 08586097
Status In Force
Filing Date 2006-10-02
First Publication Date 2009-07-23
Grant Date 2013-11-19
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Liu, Futian
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Connor, Eric
  • Mansky, Paul
  • Liu, Mingjun

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances using core-shell composites and compositions comprising such core-shell composites. In particular, the invention provides core-shell particles and compositions comprising potassium binding polymers, and core-shell particles and compositions comprising sodium binding polymers, and in each case, pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are also disclosed. The compositions and methods of the invention offer improved approaches for treatment of hyperkalemia and other indications related to potassium ion homeostasis, and for treatment of hypertension and other indicates related to sodium ion homeostasis.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 9/58 - Organic coatings containing solid synthetic polymers

26.

Ion binding compositions

      
Application Number 12238844
Grant Number 08445014
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-09-26
First Publication Date 2009-06-11
Grant Date 2013-05-21
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Connor, Eric
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Klaerner, Gerrit

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides core-shell compositions and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the core-shell compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of phosphate imbalance disorders, hypertension, chronic heart failure, end stage renal disease, liver cirrhosis, chronic renal insufficiency, fluid overload, or sodium overload.

IPC Classes  ?

27.

Methods and compositions for treatment of ion imbalances

      
Application Number 12055457
Grant Number 08147873
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-03-26
First Publication Date 2008-10-23
Grant Date 2012-04-03
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Liu, Mingjun

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising sodium-binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hypertension, chronic heart failure, end stage renal disease, liver cirrhosis, chronic renal insufficiency, fluid overload, or sodium overload.

IPC Classes  ?

28.

Ion binding polymers and uses thereof

      
Application Number 12055726
Grant Number 08216560
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-03-26
First Publication Date 2008-10-02
Grant Date 2012-07-10
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chang, Han Ting
  • Fordtran, John
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Buysse, Jerry M.
  • Alpern, Robert
  • Liu, Mingjun

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising potassium binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hyperkalemia, such as hyperkalemia caused by renal failure and/or the use of hyperkalemia causing drugs.

IPC Classes  ?

29.

Ion binding polymers and uses thereof

      
Application Number 12055746
Grant Number 08282913
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-03-26
First Publication Date 2008-10-02
Grant Date 2012-10-09
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Klaerner, Gerrit

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising potassium binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hyperkalemia, such as hyperkalemia caused by renal failure and/or the use of hyperkalemia causing drugs.

IPC Classes  ?

30.

Ion binding polymers and uses thereof

      
Application Number 12055765
Grant Number 08287847
Status In Force
Filing Date 2008-03-26
First Publication Date 2008-09-25
Grant Date 2012-10-16
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chang, Han-Ting
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Klaerner, Gerrit

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising potassium binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hyperkalemia, such as hyperkalemia caused by renal failure and/or the use of hyperkalemia causing drugs.

IPC Classes  ?

31.

Ion binding polymers and uses thereof

      
Application Number 11096209
Grant Number 07556799
Status In Force
Filing Date 2005-03-30
First Publication Date 2005-10-06
Grant Date 2009-07-07
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chang, Han Ting
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Cope, Michael J.
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Liu, Futian
  • Buysse, Jerry M.

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising potassium binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hyperkalemia, such as hyperkalemia caused by renal failure and/or the use of hyperkalemia causing drugs.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 31/00 - Medicinal preparations containing organic active ingredients
  • B01J 49/00 - Regeneration or reactivation of ion-exchangersApparatus therefor
  • A23C 9/14 - Milk preparationsMilk powder or milk powder preparations in which the chemical composition of the milk is modified by non-chemical treatment

32.

Ion binding compositions

      
Application Number 10813872
Grant Number 08282960
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-03-30
First Publication Date 2005-10-06
Grant Date 2012-10-09
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Fordtran, John
  • Chang, Han Ting
  • Connor, Eric
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Klaerner, Gerrit

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides core-shell compositions and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the core-shell compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of phosphate imbalance disorders, hypertension, chronic heart failure, end stage renal disease, liver cirrhosis, chronic renal insufficiency, fluid overload, or sodium overload.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 9/14 - Particulate form, e.g. powders
  • A61K 9/54 - Sustained or differential release type containing discrete particles with coatings of different thicknesses or different materials

33.

Ion binding polymers and uses thereof

      
Application Number 10965274
Grant Number 07488495
Status In Force
Filing Date 2004-10-13
First Publication Date 2005-10-06
Grant Date 2009-02-10
Owner VIFOR (INTERNATIONAL) LTD. (Switzerland)
Inventor
  • Charmot, Dominique
  • Chang, Han Ting
  • Klaerner, Gerrit
  • Cope, Michael James
  • Liu, Mingjun
  • Liu, Futian
  • Buysse, Jerry
  • Connor, Eric
  • Mong, Tony Kwok-Kong
  • Shao, Jun
  • Madsen, Deidre

Abstract

The present invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of ion imbalances. In particular, the invention provides compositions comprising potassium binding polymers and pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods of use of the polymeric and pharmaceutical compositions for therapeutic and/or prophylactic benefits are disclosed herein. Examples of these methods include the treatment of hyperkalemia, such as hyperkalemia caused by renal failure and/or the use of hyperkalemia causing drugs.

IPC Classes  ?

  • A61K 9/20 - Pills, lozenges or tablets
  • A61K 9/32 - Organic coatings containing solid synthetic polymers