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Launch of DermaSys Brand
Launch of DermaSys Brand.
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[{"type":"text","content":"\n Futura Medical PLC\n28 February 2007\n\n\nFor immediate release 28 February 2007\n\n\n\n Futura Medical Plc\n\n\n\n Launches DermaSys(R) as brand name for\n\n proprietary drug delivery technology\n\n\n\nFutura Medical plc (Futura), the AIM-listed pharmaceutical group that develops\ninnovative products for the consumer healthcare market, announces the launch of\nDermaSys(R) as the brand name for its versatile gel technology for the rapid\ndelivery of drugs through the skin.\n\n\n\nThe DermaSys(R) technology was originally developed by Futura for use in the\nCompany's topical treatment for erectile dysfunction, MED2002. Futura is\ncontinuing its assessment program for DermaSys(R) against a wide range of\ngeneric drugs suited to topical delivery where substantial improvements in speed\nof absorption and permeability across the skin would result in attractive\ncommercial opportunities. For more information please visit the Futura website\nby clicking on the following link: http://www.futuramedical.co.uk/content/\nproducts/delivery_technology.asp\n\n\n\n\n\nDermaSys(R) is a versatile and bespoke technology which can be adapted to suit\nthe specific active compound being used and the therapeutic indication. Such\ntargeted delivery offers an optimised profile in terms of dose, onset time and\nduration of effect as well as an improved safety profile through lower systemic\nuptake and the reduced risk of side effects.\n\n\n\nJames Barder, Futura Medical's Chief Executive, said: 'We are pleased to\nannounce the launch of DermaSys(R) as the brand name of our proprietary drug\ndelivery technology. DermaSys(R) is an important asset within Futura and we\nintend to continue to exploit its potential.'\n\n\n\nFor further information:\nFutura Medical plc\nJames Barder, Chief Executive Tel: +44 (0) 1483 685 670\nmail to: [email protected] www.futuramedical.co.uk\n\n\n\nMedia enquiries:\nBuchanan Communications\nMark Court / Rebecca Dietrich Tel: +44 (0) 020 7466 5000\n\n\n\nNotes\n\n\n\nFutura Medical plc\n\n\n\nFutura Medical is a pharmaceutical group that develops innovative products for\nthe consumer healthcare market with a strong expertise in sexual health. The\nCompany is developing a portfolio of products and its strategy is to license\ntheir manufacture and distribution to major pharmaceutical and healthcare\ngroups. Futu...