Benzothiazolesulfonamide derivatives, their preparation and ophthalmic compositions containing said derivatives

• Main Author: WOLTERSDORF, OTTO W., JR
• Format: Patent
• Language: English; French; German
• Published: 19.01.1983
• Subjects: CHEMISTRY; HETEROCYCLIC COMPOUNDS; METALLURGY; ORGANIC CHEMISTRY

Novel carboxylic acid esters of 6-hydroxy-2-benzothia-zolesulfonamide are shown to be useful for the topical treatment of elevated intraocular pressure. Ophthalmic compositions including drops and inserts are also disclosed, as well as methods for preparing the novel compounds.