DISSOLVABLE POLYMERIC EYE INSERTS WITH A BIODEGRADABLE POLYMER AND METHOD OF USING THE SAME

    公开(公告)号:US20220323346A1

    公开(公告)日:2022-10-13

    申请号:US17808342

    申请日:2022-06-23

    Applicant: Alcon Inc.

    Abstract: Polymeric eye inserts are provided that may be dissolvable when placed in the cul-de-sac of the eye. These inserts may contain one or more mucoadhesive polymers polymers, a biodegradable polymer as well as softener/plasticizer so that, when inserted into the eye, they may absorb tears, and dissolve and slowly release lubricant into the tear film to lubricate and protect the ocular surface for an extended duration of time. The biodegradable polymer containing eye insert may increase dissolution time on the ocular surface for longer lasting relief, may reduce dosing frequency and patient burden typically associated with topical drop usage. These polymeric eye inserts also may include one or more pharmaceutically active agents.

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