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Angiostatic steroids and methods and compositions for controlling ocular hypertension

US5371078A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateSep 8, 1992
Grant dateDec 6, 1994
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Expiry dateSep 8, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07J51/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Angiostatic steroids for use in controlling ocular hypertension are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions of the angiostatic steroids and methods for their use in treating ocular hypertension, including controlling the ocular hypertension associated with primary open angle glaucoma, are disclosed. In addition, the combination of the compounds with glucocorticoids for the prevention of elevated IOP during the treatment of inflammation is disclosed.

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