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US 6,274,626 B1Granted
Pheniramine-containing compositions and method for treating allergic responses
AssigneeBausch & Lomb Incorporated
InventorsMatthew S. Jonasse, Richard V. Smerbeck
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Abstract
This invention relates to compositions comprising pheniramine. In particular, it has been found that pheniramine in combination with n effective amount of a povidone provides improved comfort and reduces the symptoms of dryness compared to compositions with pheniramine alone.
Claims8
A method of treating allergic symptoms and dryness which comprises administering a therapeutically effective amount of an ophthalmic solution comprising
- (a) from about 0.10 to 0.55 weight percent of pheniramine maleate, a molar equivalent of another salt, or a derivative thereof, and
- (b) an effective amount of povidone.
A composition useful for relieving or treating itching, redness, dryness or other symptoms associated with allergic symptoms of the eye, comprising:
- (a) 0.10 to 0.55 percent by weight of pheniramine maleate, or a molar equivalent of another salt, or a derivative thereof;
- (b) 0.5 to 5.0% by weight of povidone;
- (c) at least one tonicity agent which is present in an amount of 0.01 to 10.0% by weight;
- (d) an effective amount of a buffering agent ;
- and
- (e) water.
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