Abstract:
An intraocular lens having improved biocompatibility is coated with polyethylene oxide through covalent bonding, preferably using a plasma-deposited amine layer. The lens is then sterilized with ethylene oxide and extracted with water.
Abstract:
The use of certain amidoamines to disinfect contact lenses and preserve ophthalmic compositions is described. Ophthalmic compositions containing these compounds as disinfecting agents or preservatives are also described. The amidoamines utilized in the present invention have potent antibacterial and antifungal activity, and are chemically compatible with inorganic ions and other materials utilized in ophthalmic compositions.
Abstract:
An improved process for cleaning and disinfecting contact lenses with a single solution is described. The process utilizes the cleaning effect of a cleaning agent in combination with the solvent action of water and physical agitation of the lens (i.e., by means of rubbing) to achieve a degree of cleaning which is comparable to or better than prior processes which utilize surfactant-cleaners. The cleaning agent is selected from polycarboxylates, polysulfonates and polyphosphates. The preferred cleaning agent is citrate. The process also offers greater convenience, relative to many prior systems for cleaning and disinfecting contact lenses, since the need to utilize additional products to clean the lenses is eliminated.
Abstract:
Combinations of at least one clonidine derivative and at least one prostaglandin are used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension without some of the side effects typically associated with topical administration of prostaglandins.
Abstract:
Ophthalmic pharmaceutical compositions useful in controlling elevated intraocular pressure associated with glaucoma and ocular hypertension are described. The compositions comprise a combination of a beta-blocker and a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor to reduce the production of aqueous humor, preferably formulated as a suspension having a pH between about 6.8 and about 7.8. These compositions may additionally contain a mucomimetic anionic polymer and/or a finely-divided drug carrier substrate to provide sustained release. A method of controlling elevated intraocular pressure with these compositions is also described.
Abstract:
Methods for delivering therapeutic agents to wounds in liposomes which preferentially bind to the wounds are disclosed. Methods for delivering therapeutic agents in liposomes to wounds on the ocular surface of the eye are included.
Abstract:
Ophthalmic gel composition of unique rheological and lubricating properties comprising, inter alia, a polyanionic polymer for use as a long lasting artificial tear. Also disclosed is a method of treatment comprising totally administering the composition when indicated for relief of dry eye syndrome, foreign body sensation, burning, hyperemia, corneal staining, and the like.
Abstract:
Accumulation of polyols in diabetic subjects causes and/or is associated with diabetic complications. Aldose reductase inhibition prevents the production of polyols. Aldose reductase activity is inhibited with tetracyclic spiro-hydantoins, which makes these compounds useful in the treatment of complications arising from diabetes mellitus. A process for preparing said tetracyclic spiro-hydantoins by reacting a mono- or di-fluorofluorene with an excess of oxygen and a tetralkyl- or arylalkyl-trialkyl-ammonium hydroxides followed by cyclization of the reaction product with ammonium carbonate and potassium cyanide at elevated temperature is also disclosed.
Abstract:
A system and method for tuning and controlling ultrasonic handpieces by incorporating a broad-spectrum signal as at least a component of the signal used to drive the handpiece. The response of the handpiece to this broad-spectrum signal is measured and the frequency or amplitude or both of the drive signal are adjusted in order to maintain the desired level of handpiece performance. The operation of the systems and the performance of the methods described enable the handpiece to be operated in a most effective manner over a more widely varying range of mechanical load and thermal conditions than was possible through the use of prior control systems and methods.
Abstract:
A single piece intraocular lens folder that has a generally planar, open frame in the shape of a rounded "A" with a rimmed, open head at the top of the "A". The base of the "A" forms a pair of opposing legs or handles that join to form a hinge at the intersection where the handles attach to the head. The hinge allows the handle to be squeezed together and spring apart when released. Squeezing the handles together causes the sides of the head to spread apart, thereby stretching the top edge of the head rim and pulling the top edge downward toward the hinge. The open head contains a pair of support jaws and a pair of serpentine folding jaws. The location of the serpentine jaws is such that when the top edge of the head rim moves toward the hinge, the serpentine jaws are squeezed together, causing the IOL to be folded in half. The serpentine shape of the folding jaws allow the haptics to pivot downward, thereby permitting the IOL to be folded along a plurality of axes.