Topical formulation for local delivery of a pharmaceutically active agent

摘要

This invention relates to a composition useful in the delivery of pharmaceutically active agents through the skin. In one embodiment of the invention, the composition is formulated with a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agent, such as ibuprofen or ketoprofen. Such formulation is rapidly absorbed through the skin to provide local relief from pain. In another embodiment of the invention, the composition is formulated with an antineoplastic agent. Such formulation is rapidly absorbed through the skin to provide local delivery to subcutaneous tumors. The composition is useful for transcutaneous delivery of other pharmaceutically-active compounds.