Compositions and methods for the treatment of contact lens discomfort
US11324775B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 24, 2021 |
| Grant date | May 10, 2022 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 24, 2041 |
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- Technology area (CPC G)Physics
- CPC primaryG02C7/04
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of contact lens discomfort (CLD) and/or lid wiper epitheliopathy (LWE). Such compositions comprise keratolytic agents, such as salicylic acid, selenium disulfide, or the like. Topical administration of such compositions to the inner surface of the eyelid provides therapeutic benefit to patients suffering from contact lens discomfort (CLD) and/or lid wiper epitheliopathy (LWE).
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