Hydrogel contact lenses and package systems and production methods for same
US7431152B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jan 31, 2007 |
| Grant date | Oct 7, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jan 31, 2027 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB65D2585/545
- WIPO fieldOptics
- WIPO sectorInstruments
Abstract
Contact lenses ready for use in an eye are provided including a contact lens body containing a hydrophilic polymeric component and a water soluble polymer component. Such contact lenses, which preferably are wet cast molded, are particularly useful as disposable or single use lenses. New contact lens packaging systems and production methods are also provided.
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