METHODS FOR TREATING INFLAMMATION-MEDIATED CONDITIONS OF THEEYE
Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye are described, comprising: implanting into the vitreous of the eye of an individual a bioerodible implant comprising a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and a bioerodible polymer, wherein the implant delivers the agent to t he vitreous...
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Format | Patent |
Language | English French |
Published |
10.01.2002
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Edition | 7 |
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Summary: | Methods for treating inflammation-mediated conditions of the eye are described, comprising: implanting into the vitreous of the eye of an individual a bioerodible implant comprising a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent and a bioerodible polymer, wherein the implant delivers the agent to t he vitreous in an amount sufficient to reach a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.05 .mu.g/ml dexamethasone within about 48 hours and maintains a concentration equivalent to at least about 0.03 .mu.g/ml dexamethasone for a t least about three weeks. |
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Bibliography: | Application Number: CA20012414680 |