abstract |
Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a macromolecular pharmaceutical agent in micellar form are disclosed. The micelles are formed from an alkali metal alkyl sulfate, and at least one additional micelle-forming compound as described in the specification. An alkali metal salicylate and a pharmaceutically acceptable edetate are also included in the composition. Micelle size ranges between about 1 and 10 nanometers. Methods for making and using the compositions are also disclosed. |