Biodegradable drug-polymer delivery system
US8128954B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Jun 7, 2005 |
| Grant date | Mar 6, 2012 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 4, 2028 |
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- Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
- CPC primaryB82Y5/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A sustained-release biodegradable polymeric drug-eluting fiber is disclosed. In some embodiments, the therapeutic drug is complexed with cyclodextrin. In certain embodiments, the polymeric component of the fiber comprises cyclodextrin. The fiber may be fabricated to provide a thread and/or suture. The fiber may be used for treatment of ocular diseases or disorders.
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