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Which drugs does patent 10,183,004 protect, and when does it expire?

Patent 10,183,004 protects RAVICTI and is included in one NDA.

This patent has thirty-four patent family members in twenty-four countries.

Summary for Patent: 10,183,004
Title:Methods of therapeutic monitoring of nitrogen scavenging drugs
Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods for evaluating daily ammonia exposure based on a single fasting ammonia blood level measurement, as well as methods that utilize this technique to adjust the dosage of a nitrogen scavenging drug, determine whether to administer a nitrogen scavenging drug, and treat nitrogen retention disorders.
Inventor(s): Scharschmidt; Bruce (San Francisco, CA), Mokhtarani; Masoud (Walnut Creek, CA)
Assignee: Horizon Therapeutics, LLC (Lake Forest, IL)
Application Number:15/944,428
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Analyzing the Scope and Claims of United States Patent 10,183,004: A Comprehensive Guide

Introduction

When analyzing a patent, particularly one like United States Patent 10,183,004, it is crucial to understand the scope, claims, and the broader patent landscape. This analysis helps in determining the patent's validity, its protection scope, and potential gaps or opportunities.

Understanding the Patent System

Before diving into the specifics of a patent, it's essential to grasp the basics of the patent system. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) is responsible for granting U.S. patents and registering trademarks. Patents provide exclusive rights to the inventor to make, use, sell, or import the invention in the United States until the patent expires[2].

Patent Search and Analysis Tools

To analyze a patent, several tools and resources are available:

Patent Public Search

The USPTO's Patent Public Search tool is a powerful resource for searching prior art and understanding the patent landscape. It replaces legacy tools like PubEast and PubWest, offering enhanced access to prior art[1].

Global Dossier

The Global Dossier service provides access to file histories of related applications from participating IP Offices, including the IP5 Offices. This helps in identifying the patent family, classification, and citation data for the applications[1].

Patent and Trademark Resource Centers (PTRCs)

Local PTRCs offer training in patent search techniques and maintain local search resources, which can be invaluable for detailed analysis[1].

Key Components of a Patent

Claims

The claims section of a patent is the most critical part as it defines the scope of the invention. Claims must be novel, nonobvious, and directed to eligible subject matter[4].

Scope Concepts

In patent analytics, scope concepts are used to categorize patents not just by claims but also by overarching concepts. This helps in filtering, searching, and analyzing large numbers of patent claims concurrently[3].

Analyzing United States Patent 10,183,004

Patent Details

To analyze the specific patent, one would start by retrieving the patent document from the USPTO database or through the Patent Public Search tool.

Claims Analysis

  • Independent and Dependent Claims: Identify the independent claims, which stand alone, and the dependent claims, which refer back to the independent claims.
  • Claim Scope: Determine the scope of each claim, including what is protected and what is not.
  • Claim Charts: Use tools like ClaimScape® to generate interactive claim charts that help in reviewing patent coverage with technical experts[3].

Scope and Coverage

  • Scope Concepts: Categorize the claims by scope concepts to understand the broader protection landscape.
  • Gaps and Opportunities: Identify any gaps in the current claim coverage and potential future design opportunities[3].

Prior Art and Citation Data

  • Common Citation Document (CCD): Use the CCD application to consolidate prior art cited by all participating offices for the family members of the patent application[1].
  • Global Dossier: Review the file histories and citation data to understand the international patent landscape[1].

Patentability Requirements

Ensure the patent meets the requirements for patentability:

  • Novelty: The claimed invention must be new and not disclosed in prior art[4].
  • Nonobviousness: The claimed invention must be significantly different from existing knowledge[4].
  • Eligible Subject Matter: The invention must not be directed to ineligible subject matter such as laws of nature, natural phenomena, or abstract ideas unless it includes an inventive concept[4].

Patent Landscape Analysis

Competitor Patents

Analyze competitor patents to understand the competitive landscape and identify potential infringement risks or opportunities for collaboration.

Patent Family

Use the Global Dossier to see the patent family for the specific application, including all related applications filed at participating IP Offices[1].

Office Actions

Review office actions and indicators to identify any challenges or issues faced during the patent application process[1].

Practical Applications and Strategies

Claim Coverage Matrix

Create a Claim Coverage Matrix to visualize which patents and claims are actively protecting the intellectual property and where gaps or opportunities exist[3].

Stakeholder Engagement

Engage with engineers, scientists, and management using interactive claim charts to determine the applicability of scope concepts to target products or methods[3].

Legal and Policy Considerations

Inter Partes Review

Be aware of the Patent Trial and Appeal Board (PTAB) proceedings that can invalidate a patent if it fails to meet certain patentability requirements[4].

Small Claims Patent Court

Consider the feasibility and structure of a small claims patent court, which could impact the resolution of patent disputes involving smaller entities[5].

Key Takeaways

  • Detailed Claims Analysis: Understand the independent and dependent claims and their scope.
  • Scope Concepts: Categorize claims by overarching scope concepts for better analysis.
  • Prior Art and Citation Data: Use tools like CCD and Global Dossier to consolidate prior art.
  • Patentability Requirements: Ensure the patent meets novelty, nonobviousness, and eligible subject matter requirements.
  • Patent Landscape: Analyze competitor patents and the broader patent family.

FAQs

Q: What is the importance of claims in a patent?

A: Claims define the scope of the invention and are the most critical part of a patent application. They must be novel, nonobvious, and directed to eligible subject matter.

Q: How can I analyze the scope of a patent?

A: Use tools like ClaimScape® to generate interactive claim charts, and categorize claims by scope concepts to understand the broader protection landscape.

Q: What is the Global Dossier service?

A: The Global Dossier service provides access to file histories of related applications from participating IP Offices, including the IP5 Offices, helping to identify the patent family and citation data.

Q: What are the key patentability requirements?

A: The key requirements include novelty (the invention must be new), nonobviousness (the invention must be significantly different from existing knowledge), and eligible subject matter (the invention must not be directed to laws of nature, natural phenomena, or abstract ideas unless it includes an inventive concept).

Q: How can I identify gaps in my patent coverage?

A: Use a Claim Coverage Matrix and interactive claim charts to identify areas where you don’t have the necessary claim coverage and to highlight future design opportunities.

Sources

  1. USPTO - Search for patents: https://www.uspto.gov/patents/search
  2. USA.gov - U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO): https://www.usa.gov/agencies/u-s-patent-and-trademark-office
  3. SLWIP - Patent Analytics: https://www.slwip.com/services/patent-analytics/
  4. Congressional Research Service - The Patent Trial and Appeal Board and Inter Partes Review: https://crsreports.congress.gov/product/pdf/R/R48016
  5. ACUS - U.S. Patent Small Claims Court: https://www.acus.gov/research-projects/us-patent-small-claims-court

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Drugs Protected by US Patent 10,183,004

Applicant Tradename Generic Name Dosage NDA Approval Date TE Type RLD RS Patent No. Patent Expiration Product Substance Delist Req. Patented / Exclusive Use Submissiondate
Horizon Therap Us RAVICTI glycerol phenylbutyrate LIQUID;ORAL 203284-001 Feb 1, 2013 RX Yes Yes ⤷  Try for Free ⤷  Try for Free TREATMENT OF A UREA CYCLE DISORDER ⤷  Try for Free
>Applicant >Tradename >Generic Name >Dosage >NDA >Approval Date >TE >Type >RLD >RS >Patent No. >Patent Expiration >Product >Substance >Delist Req. >Patented / Exclusive Use >Submissiondate

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