Topical ophthalmic compositions containing one or more retinoids
US4826871A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 26, 1986 |
| Grant date | May 2, 1989 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 26, 2006 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/38
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Topical ophthalmic compositions containing one or more retinoids selected from the group consisting of near and remote analogues and derivatives of retinoic acid are described. Six classes of ophthalmic vehicles suitable as carriers for the retinoids are also described. The compositions are useful in the treatment of dry eye syndrome and related ophthalmic surface disorders and as ocular lubricants. A method of treating dry eye syndrome and related ophthalmic surface disorders and a method of providing topical ocular lubrication using these compositions are also described.
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