Otsuka has been granted a patent for a protective agent for keratoconjunctiva containing glucosylglycerol. The method involves administering an ophthalmic formulation with glucosylglycerol to protect against dry eye. GlobalData’s report on Otsuka gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.
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Ophthalmic formulation for protecting keratoconjunctiva from dry eye
A recently granted patent (Publication Number: US12005070B2) discloses a method for protecting the keratoconjunctiva from dry eye in a subject by administering an ophthalmic formulation containing glucosylglycerol and an ophthalmically acceptable carrier. The glucosylglycerol is present in the formulation in an amount ranging from 0.01 to 10% by mass, providing a novel approach to addressing dry eye conditions.
Furthermore, the patent claims encompass a method for treating dry eye in a subject by administering an ophthalmic formulation containing glucosylglycerol and an ophthalmically acceptable carrier. The glucosylglycerol, which can be 1-a-glyceryl glucoside, 2-a-glyceryl glucoside, 1-ß-glyceryl glucoside, 2-ß-glyceryl glucoside, or a mixture thereof, is crucial in alleviating dry eye symptoms. This innovative method offers a promising solution for individuals suffering from dry eye, highlighting the potential of glucosylglycerol in ophthalmic formulations for therapeutic purposes.
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