Pharmaceutical formulations comprising stabilized polysaccharides and source of hydrogen peroxide
US9481856B2 · kind B2 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | May 19, 2009 |
| Grant date | Nov 1, 2016 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 1, 2034 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC11D3/3947
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A pharmaceutical formulation that is effective in adversely affecting the viability of microorganisms or in inhibiting their growth and that provides better safety and/or comfort to the users comprises a polysaccharide, a source of hydrogen peroxide, and an anti-oxidant. The formulation can further comprise a chelating agent and/or an ophthalmically active agent for treating or controlling a disease or disorder of the eye. The formulation may be used to treat, clean, disinfect, store, wet, or rewet contact lenses.
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