Oil-in-oil emulsified polymeric implants containing a hypotensive lipid and related methods
US7993634B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Dec 15, 2005 |
| Grant date | Aug 9, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jun 21, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB01J13/06
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Biocompatible intraocular implants, such as microparticles, include a prostamide component and a biodegradable polymer that is effective in facilitating release of the prostamide component into an eye for an extended period of time. The prostamide component may be associated with a biodegradable polymer matrix, such as a matrix of a two biodegradable polymers. Or, the prostamide component may be encapsulated by the polymeric component. The present implants include oil-in-oil emulsified implants or microparticles. Methods of producing the present implants are also described. The implants may be placed in an eye to treat or reduce a at least one symptom of an ocular condition, such as glaucoma.
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