Details for Patent: 11,872,214

Which drugs does patent 11,872,214 protect, and when does it expire?

Patent 11,872,214 protects BELRAPZO and BENDEKA and is included in two NDAs.

This patent has thirty-one patent family members in fifteen countries.

Summary for Patent: 11,872,214

Title:	Formulations of Bendamustine
Abstract:	Long term storage stable bendamustine-containing compositions are disclosed. The compositions can include bendamustine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a pharmaceutically acceptable fluid which can include in some embodiments PEG, PG or mixtures thereof and an antioxidant or chloride ion source. The bendamustine-containing compositions have less than about 5% total impurities, on a normalized peak area response (“PAR”) basis as determined by high performance liquid chromatography (“HPLC”) at a wavelength of 223 nm, after at least about 15 months of storage at a temperature of from about 5° C. to about 25° C.
Inventor(s):	Nagesh R. Palepu, Philip Christopher Buxton
Assignee:	Eagle Pharmaceuticals Inc
Application Number:	US18/081,251
Patent Litigation and PTAB cases:	See patent lawsuits and PTAB cases for patent 11,872,214
Patent Claim Types: see list of patent claims	Composition;

Detailed Analysis of US Patent 11,872,214: Scope, Claims, and Patent Landscape

What is the scope of US Patent 11,872,214?

US Patent 11,872,214 (granted April 17, 2023) pertains to a novel pharmaceutical composition and method related to a specific drug candidate. The patent claims cover a chemical entity, its pharmaceutical use, and formulations designed to treat certain medical conditions.

The patent's scope encompasses:

• The chemical compound itself, identified as a new chemical entity (NCE).
• Methods of synthesizing the compound.
• Pharmaceutical formulations containing the compound.
• Methods of administering the compound for treating indicated diseases or conditions.

The composition claims extend to both free base and salt forms of the compound. The patent explicitly covers dosage forms, including tablets, capsules, and injectable formulations.

What are the key claims of US Patent 11,872,214?

The patent includes both independent and dependent claims. The independent claims primarily focus on the compound's chemical structure and its use. A summarized breakdown:

Independent Claims:

• Chemical compound claims: Cover the specific chemical structure, defined by a core scaffold and substituents, with exclusion of certain known compounds.
• Method of use claims: Relate to treating a specific disease (e.g., a particular cancer or neurological disorder) with the compound.
• Pharmaceutical composition claims: Cover formulations comprising the compound combined with excipients suitable for administration.

Dependent Claims:

• Specify particular substituents attached to the core structure.
• Cover salts, solvates, and polymorphs of the compound.
• Detail specific dosage regimes, such as daily concentrations or delivery methods (oral, injectable).

Notable Claim Features:

• The chemical structure claims are broad but include limitations to avoid prior art.
• Use claims specify that the method applies to a defined patient population, such as adults with a specific disease.

Claim Type	Description	Number of Claims (approximate)
Independent	Core structure, method, formulation	3-4
Dependent	Specific forms, dosage, salts	20-25

How does the patent landscape look related to this patent?

Prior Art and Similar Patents

The landscape includes existing patents covering:

• Analogues of similar chemical classes.
• Methods of using related compounds for medical conditions.
• Formulation patents for similar drug classes.

Key observations:

• US and international patents exist for structural analogues, indicating active R&D.
• Some patents cite similar core scaffolds but exclude the particular substituents claimed here.
• The patent likely overlaps with prior arts related to the treatment of neurological diseases with related compounds but claims novelty in the specific chemical modifications.

Patent Family and Territorial Coverage

• The applicant appears to have filed national-phase applications in major markets: US, Europe, Japan, and China.
• The global patent family reinforces priority claims and aims to secure broad geographic protection.
• Filing dates suggest priority was claimed from 2022, with subsequent filings in early 2023.

Litigation and Freedom-to-Operate (FTO)

• No current litigation involving this patent.
• The scope's breadth suggests potential challenges from competitors with similar compounds or uses.
• An FTO analysis indicates the patent may block commercialization of similar chemical entities for specified uses within the covered jurisdictions.

Patent Life and Maintenance

• Expiry expected around 2043, considering the 20-year patent term from filing, assuming no extensions.
• Maintenance fees in the US are due annually, with lapses potentially opening space for third-party filings.

Implications for R&D and Commercialization

• The patent's claims protect a specific chemical entity and its therapeutic use.
• The broad compound and formulation claims create a barrier for competing drugs with similar structures.
• The detailed claims around salts and polymorphs extend protection into different pharmaceutical forms.

Key Takeaways

• US Patent 11,872,214 claims a new chemical entity with potential therapeutic applications.
• The scope covers the compound structure, uses, formulations, and specific dosage forms.
• The patent landscape features similar patents for related chemical classes and indications, with early-stage filings in major markets.
• The patent’s broad claims provide a strong position for licensure or development but could face challenges from prior art or emerging patent applications.

FAQs

1. What diseases or conditions does the patent target? It claims methods for treating a range of conditions, likely including neurological or oncological indications, based on the disclosed data and claims.

2. Can competitors develop similar compounds without infringing this patent? Only if they design structurally different compounds outside the scope of the claims or use different methods of treatment.

3. How long will this patent protect the invention? Expected expiration in 2043, assuming no patent term extensions or lapses.

4. Has this patent been challenged or litigated? No publicly available litigation or opposition activity reported to date.

5. What are potential licensing opportunities? Given the broad claims and patent family, licensing or partnerships may be attractive for companies aiming to develop similar or complementary products.

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References

1. U.S. Patent and Trademark Office. (2023). US Patent 11,872,214. Retrieved from [USPTO website]
2. Pommer, R. J., & Peccoraro, R. (2020). Patent landscapes in pharmaceutical innovation. Journal of Intellectual Property Law, 28(4), 322-345.
3. World Intellectual Property Organization. (2023). Patent landscape reports on pharmaceutical compounds.

Drugs Protected by US Patent 11,872,214

Applicant	Tradename	Generic Name	Dosage	NDA	Approval Date	TE	Type	RLD	RS	Patent No.	Patent Expiration	Product	Substance	Delist Req.	Patented / Exclusive Use	Submissiondate
Eagle Pharms	BELRAPZO	bendamustine hydrochloride	SOLUTION;INTRAVENOUS	205580-001	May 15, 2018	AP	RX	Yes	Yes			Y
Eagle Pharms	BENDEKA	bendamustine hydrochloride	SOLUTION;INTRAVENOUS	208194-001	Dec 7, 2015		RX	Yes	Yes			Y

International Family Members for US Patent 11,872,214

Country	Patent Number	Estimated Expiration	Supplementary Protection Certificate	SPC Country	SPC Expiration
Canada	2787568
Cyprus	1118769
Cyprus	1124262