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Emulsion eye drop for alleviation of dry eye related symptoms in dry eye patients and/or contact lens wearers

US5981607A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJan 20, 1998
Grant dateNov 9, 1999
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Expiry dateJan 20, 2018

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K9/0048
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

An eye drop composition for alleviation of dry eye related symptoms in dry eye patients and contact lens wearers includes an emulsion of a higher fatty acid glyceride, polysorbate 80 and an emulsion stabilizing amount of Pemulen.RTM. in water suitable for topical application to ocular tissue.

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