54 results about "Punctal plug" patented technology

The present invention concerns implantable ocular devices for the sustained release of medication to the eye, and methods for manufacturing and using such devices. In one embodiment, the present invention provides a device comprising: (a) a body comprising a matrix of a prostaglandin and a silicone; (b) a parylene coating on the outer surface of the body; and (c) one or more pores extending from the outer surface of the parylene coating to the outer surface of the body.

The invention provides punctal plugs for the delivery of active agents. The plugs have a body throughout which at least one active agent is dispersed or that is coated with a polymeric material containing at least one active agent.

The invention provides punctal plugs for the delivery of active agent to one or both of the tear fluid of the eye and to the nasolacrimal duct that comprise a body, at least one cap, and optionally a collarette.

Disclosed are lacrimal inserts and their method of use for delivery of medication to the eye. The plug includes a body portion sized to pass through a lacrimal punctum and be positioned within a lacrimal canaliculus of the eyelid. The plug may contain a core, or reservoir, at least partially within the body portion comprising a therapeutic agent that is configured to controlled release into the eye and is configured for release medication via a designated port, valve, or orifice in the insert housing and inhibits diffusion of medication via the housing itself.

Punctal plugs for delivering therapeutic agents to the eye have a body with a portion into which the therapeutic agent is loaded and a conical anchor portion at an end of the plug.

Disclosed are lacrimal inserts and their method of use for delivery of medication to the eye. The plug includes a body portion sized to pass through a lacrimal punctum and be positioned within a lacrimal canaliculus of the eyelid. The plug may contain a core, or reservoir, at least partially within the body portion comprising a therapeutic agent that is configured for controlled release into the eye by means of an osmotic engine.

Disclosed is a pharmaceutical composition comprising a water insoluble polymer matrix that comprises a bioerodable polyester polymer or a fatty acid based polyester polymer, or a mixture of both polymers, wherein the polymer matrix has a melting point of less than 60° C., and wherein the composition is liquid or paste at room temperature and is formulated to occlude a punctual channel in a subject and conforms to the shape of the canalicular or punctal channel.

Punctal plugs for delivering therapeutic agents have a body, a portion into which the therapeutic agent is held, a winding about the body, and an enlarged portion or anchor at an end.

A punctal plug and method of treating dry eyes are provided. The punctal plug has two or three layer structure and contains at least one drug, for treating conditions such as dry eyes contained in a core, a potion of which is covered by a drug impermeable shell such that drug can radially diffuse from the core. The punctal plug can be inserted into a patient's upper punctum, lower punctum, or both to deliver the drug for an extended period of time. The drug for treating dry eyes can be, for example, cyclosporine A. The plug can also be used for extended delivery of ophthalmic drugs.

Punctal plugs for delivering therapeutic agents have a body, a portion into which the therapeutic agent is held, a winding about the body, and an enlarged portion or anchor at an end.

Punctal plugs for delivering therapeutic agents have a body, a portion into which the therapeutic agent is held, a winding about the body, and an enlarged portion or anchor at an end.

Disclosed are lacrimal inserts and their method of use for delivery of medication to the eye. The plug includes a body portion sized to pass through a lacrimal punctum and be positioned within a lacrimal canaliculus of the eyelid and includes means for directional release of medication into the lacrimal fluid. The plug may contain a core, or reservoir, at least partially within the body portion comprising a therapeutic agent that is configured to controlled release into the eye.

The invention discloses a super lubricating serum albumin punctal plug. The punctal plug of the present invention has a main body (2), a first segment (1), a second segment (3) and a super lubricating coating (4). The surface of the serum albumin punctal plug is soaked in a hydrophilic polymer solution to form a hydrophilic polymer coating through a chemical reaction. When in contact with water, the hydrophilic group of the water-soluble polymer combines with water to swell rapidly , has excellent lubricating properties, can reduce the damage to soft tissue when the punctal plug is implanted, relieve pain, and prevent complications, so it is more suitable for clinical application.

Disclosed are lacrimal inserts and their method of use for delivery of of medication to the eye. The plug includes a body portion sized to pass through a lacrimal punctum and be positioned within a lacrimal canaliculus of the eyelid. The plug may contain a core, or reservoir, at least partially within the body portion comprising a therapeutic agent that is configured to controlled release into the eye and is configured to release medication via a designated port, valve, or orifice in the insert housing and inhibits diffusion of medication via the housing itself The core may include retention features to ensure that it remains securely located within the lacrimal insert over its usable life.