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Biodegradable ocular implants

US4997652A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateMay 31, 1989
Grant dateMar 5, 1991
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Expiry dateMay 31, 2009

Classification

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

Abstract

Encapsulated 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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