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Examples of implantable drug delivery devices used to treat ocular diseases.
| Product Name | Implant Type | Material | Drug Delivered | Indication | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ocusert® | Intra-ocular | PEVA | Pilocarpine, Alginic acid | Open angle glaucoma | [136] |
| Retisert® | Intra-ocular | Microcrystalline cellulose, PVA, Magnesium stearate | Fluocinolone | Non-infectious uveitis | [137] |
| Vitrasert® | Intra-ocular | PVA, PEVA | Ganciclovir | CMV retinitis in AIDS patients | [138] |
