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This new formulation has the key advantage of achieving neutral pH, in contrast to the acidic pH of generic formulations of ketamine. Acidic substances are tolerated when diluted for intravenous use, but cause pain and may cause skin ulcers if administered subcutaneously. This patentable invention may enable the administration of ketamine in insulin pump-like devices in the clinic setting, eliminating the requirement for intravenous infusion personnel.
With this proprietary formulation, developed with our partner
HTX-100 is expected to be marketed by
'The current formulation of IV Ketamine was developed for battlefield use in the 1960s and has remained relatively static since then. With our new formulation, and Nephron's state of the art manufacturing expertise, we are pleased to be approaching the market with an improved formulation ready for use in modern medicine,' said Dr.
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NRx has recently announced plans to submit a New Drug Application for HTX-100 (IV ketamine), through Hope Therapeutics, in the treatment of suicidal depression, based on results of well-controlled clinical trials conducted under the auspices of the
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