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Biodegradable ocular implants

US4853224A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateDec 22, 1987
Grant dateAug 1, 1989
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Expiry dateDec 22, 2007

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/1647
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Microencapsulated drugs are employed for introduction into the chambers of the eye for therapeutic purposes. The administration of drugs is controlled and maintained for long periods of time, while ensuring the substantial absence of significant levels outside the site of administration.

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