Topical treatment of blepharitis
US4957918A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 9, 1988 |
| Grant date | Sep 18, 1990 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 9, 2008 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/415
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method and composition for treating blepharitis or blepharoconjunctivitis comprises topical administration of a nitroimidazole compound, e.g. metronidazole in a suitable carrier directly to affected ocular tissues. The carrier can be an artificial tear solution or an ointment or water soluble gel base.
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