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Lotilaner Shows Promise for Treating Demodex Blepharitis
A team of investigators, led by Elizabeth Yeu, MD, from Virginia Eye Consultants in Norfolk, Virginia, reported the safety and efficacy of lotilaner ophthalmic solution, 0.25% (TP-03, Tarsus Pharmaceuticals Inc.), in treating Demodex blepharitis. Demodex mites are the most common…
Roche Halts Development of Diabetic Retinopathy Drug
Swiss-based pharmaceutical company Roche has announced the discontinuation of its oral diabetic retinopathy treatment, vicasinabin, after successfully completing Phase II clinical trials. In a recent presentation to investors, Roche confirmed its decision to halt further investment in vicasinabin, a promising…
Researchers Develop Game-Changing Eye Drops for DME
After 30 years of dedicated work, two researchers have achieved a remarkable breakthrough by developing eye drops that can effectively reach the back of the eye. This groundbreaking development paves the way for needle-free treatments of blinding retinal diseases, such…
Vyjuvek Restores Vision in Teen with Rare Genetic Condition
Krystal Biotech’s topical gene therapy Vyjuvek (beremagene-geperpavec) has successfully restored the vision of a 13-year-old boy suffering from the rare genetic condition dystrophic epidermolysis bullosa (DEB), which scarred his eyes. The groundbreaking case, detailed in a recent publication in The…
Eyenovia’s Redwood City Facility Clears FDA Inspection
Eyenovia announced the successful completion of the FDA inspection for its facility in Redwood City, California, marking a significant milestone in the company’s manufacturing capabilities. This achievement signals the green light for the facility to engage in final assembly, packaging,…
Novel Protocol to Rapidly Diagnose Eye Stroke
Ophthalmologists at New York Eye and Ear Infirmary of Mount Sinai (NYEE) have pioneered a novel protocol aimed at swiftly diagnosing eye stroke and expediting care to prevent irreversible vision loss. Published in Ophthalmology, their study outlines the use of…
2023 Recap: Top 10 Acquisitions in the Ophthalmic Industry
In 2023, the ophthalmic industry witnessed a transformative landscape shaped by strategic company acquisitions, setting the stage for significant advancements and collaborations. The top 10 acquisitions of the year highlighted a dynamic shift in the competitive dynamics of the sector.…
Meridian Medical Introduces Ophthalmic Laser Line in US
Meridian Medical, headquartered in Switzerland, announced the launch of its line of ophthalmic lasers in the United States, following a series of FDA approvals. The FDA approval, received on January 25, includes the MR Q family of lasers, which offer…
FDA Gives Green Light to OK-101 Trial for NCP Treatment
Okyo Pharma’s first investigational new drug (IND) application for OK-101 has been cleared by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), marking a pivotal moment in the development of potential therapies for neuropathic corneal pain. Initially proposed as an open-label…
Glaukos Secures FDA Approval for iDose TR
Glaukos has received FDA approval for iDose TR (travoprost intracameral implant 75 mcg), a groundbreaking prostaglandin analog intracameral implant designed to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in individuals with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma. The iDose TR procedure, sanctioned for a…