EP Patent

EP0969846A1 — Compositions and methods for reducing ocular hypertension

Assigned to Novartis Pharma GmbH · Expires 2000-01-12 · 26y expired

What this patent protects

An improved ophthalmic composition, including prostaglandin active agents, which is especially useful in lowering intraocular pressure associated with glaucoma. Improvements in IOP reduction efficacy, preservative efficacy and reduced additive concentrations are achieved by utili…

USPTO Abstract

An improved ophthalmic composition, including prostaglandin active agents, which is especially useful in lowering intraocular pressure associated with glaucoma. Improvements in IOP reduction efficacy, preservative efficacy and reduced additive concentrations are achieved by utilizing the disclosed compositions which include a prostaglandin active agent (e.g., isopropyl unoprostone, a metabolite of an F-series prostaglandin), in conjunction with selected non-ionic surfactants, preservatives, and non-ionic tonicity adjusting agents.

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Patent Metadata

Patent number
EP0969846A1
Jurisdiction
EP
Classification
Expires
2000-01-12
Drug substance claim
No
Drug product claim
No
Assignee
Novartis Pharma GmbH
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