OKYO Pharma Granted U.S. Patent Covering OK-101’s Potential for Treating Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease
Wednesday, August 28, 2024
OKYO Pharma Limited, a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing innovative ocular therapies for the treatment of inflammatory dry eye disease (DED), a multi-billion-dollar market, and anterior ocular segment diseases including neuropathic corneal pain (NCP), an ocular condition associated with pain but without an FDA approved therapy, announced today the grant of a key U.S. Patent No. 12,053,501 which issued on August 6th entitled: “Methods for Treating Symptoms of Dry Eye Disease”. The present disclosure covers issued claims on OK-101’s use to treat irritated, burning eyes and blurred vision in patients suffering from DED, strengthening the Company’s intellectual property position in this field.
“We are delighted with the issuance of this U.S. patent, which underscores the innovative potential of OK-101 to treat DED. This milestone strengthens our intellectual property portfolio and positions OKYO Pharma for continued advancement in addressing significant unmet medical needs,” commented Dr. Gary S. Jacob, Ph.D., CEO of OKYO. “The issuance of this patent further solidifies OKYO Pharma's commitment to advancing novel therapies that aim to improve outcomes for patients suffering from ocular pain and inflammation. The company continues to explore strategic partnerships and collaborations to accelerate the development and commercialization of its pipeline candidates.”
Source: globenewswire.com
