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Ophthalmic drug delivery device and method for fabricating the same

US11103446B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateDec 31, 2019
Grant dateAug 31, 2021
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Expiry dateDec 31, 2039

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K45/06
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An ophthalmic drug delivery device and a method for fabricating the same are provided. The ophthalmic drug delivery device includes a shield element and a drug release element. The shield element has a light transmittance more than or equal to 80%. The drug release element is an annular body so that the drug release element surrounds the shield element. The drug release element is neutral and includes a cross-linked neutral collagen, a first hydrophilic biodegradable polymer and a drug. The shield element is acidic and includes a cross-linked acidic collagen and a second hydrophilic biodegradable polymer.

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