Patents by Inventor Rey T. Chern

Rey T. Chern has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20230172808
    Abstract: A storage system for storing a drug includes a container, at least one passive cooling system, and an active cooling system. The container includes an interior volume to accommodate at least one drug. The at least one passive cooling system is disposed within the container and includes a phase change material. The active cooling system is operably coupled with the container and, when in an operational mode, maintains a desired temperature within the interior volume of the container.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 17, 2021
    Publication date: June 8, 2023
    Inventors: Rey T. Chern, Fanghua Mei, Loic Barbedette
  • Publication number: 20110240511
    Abstract: The present invention relates to packaging and containers for oxygen-sensitive pharmaceutical products, or oxygen- and moisture-sensitive pharmaceutical products. More particularly, the invention relates to pharmaceutical packages comprising a blister pack with airflow channels and outlets, an oxygen scavenger, and, optionally, a desiccant, all of which are sealed inside an outer container having oxygen and moisture barrier properties.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 2, 2009
    Publication date: October 6, 2011
    Applicant: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Matthew P. Bolton, Rey T. Chern, Arthur L. Jaeger, Matthew Moyer, Anthony P. Panarello
  • Publication number: 20040146557
    Abstract: Controlled release of hydrophobic bioactive substances in vivo over an extended time period and without “bursts” of drug release is achieved using a liquid polymeric composition including a polymer such as poly(lactide-co-glycolide) copolymer in a mixture of hydrophilic and lipophilic solvents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 8, 2004
    Publication date: July 29, 2004
    Inventors: Rey T. Chern, Joel R. Zingerman
  • Patent number: 6733767
    Abstract: Controlled release of hydrophobic bioactive substances in vivo over an extended time period and without “bursts” of drug release is achieved using a liquid polymeric composition including a polymer such as poly(lactide-co-glycolide) copolymer in a mixture of hydrophilic and lipophilic solvents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: May 11, 2004
    Assignee: Merck & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Rey T. Chern, Joel R. Zingerman
  • Publication number: 20020064547
    Abstract: Controlled release of hydrophobic bioactive substances in vivo over an extended time period and without “bursts” of drug release is achieved using a liquid polymeric composition including a polymer such as poly(lactide-co-glycolide) copolymer in a mixture of hydrophilic and lipophilic solvents.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 18, 1999
    Publication date: May 30, 2002
    Inventors: REY T. CHERN, JOEL R. ZINGERMAN
  • Patent number: 6174540
    Abstract: Long-acting injectable formulations are formed from a) a therapeutic agent selected from insecticides, acaricides, parasiticides, growth enhancers or oil-soluble NSAIDs, b) hydrogenated castor oil, and c) a hydrophobic carrier comprising i) triacetin, benzyl benzoate, ethyl oleate, or a combination thereof, and ii) acylated monoglycerides, propyl dicaprylates/dicaprates, caprylic/capric acid triglycerides or a combination thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 1998
    Date of Patent: January 16, 2001
    Assignees: Merck & Co., Inc., Merial LLC
    Inventors: James B. Williams, Rey T. Chern
  • Patent number: 6136838
    Abstract: Sulfurpentafluorophenylpyrazoles of formula I are highly potent against flea and tick infestations in animals. The compounds may be formulated to provide products with long duration of action and low potential for inducing vomition and other adverse reactions in treated animals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 1999
    Date of Patent: October 24, 2000
    Assignee: Merck & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Rey T. Chern, Jeffrey N. Clark, Marlene D. Drag, Joel R. Zingerman