US Patent
US10206813 — Implants with controlled drug delivery features and methods of using same
Formulation · Assigned to Dose Medical Corp · Expires 2030-10-17 · 4y remaining
Vulnerability score
56/100
Moderate — design-around opportunities exist
What this patent protects
This patent protects drug delivery devices and methods for treating ocular disorders, including controlled release of one or more drugs.
USPTO Abstract
Disclosed herein are drug delivery devices and methods for the treatment of ocular disorders requiring targeted and controlled administration of a drug to an interior portion of the eye for reduction or prevention of symptoms of the disorder. The devices are capable of controlled release of one or more drugs and may also include structures which allow for treatment of increased intraocular pressure by permitting aqueous humor to flow out of the anterior chamber of the eye through the device.
Drugs covered by this patent
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