Corneal cross-linking riboflavin formulation update
Post date: Jun 14, 2012 12:56:35 AM
Avedro has announced another update to its riboflavin formulation to allow faster penetration of the riboflavin during corneal cross-linking.
Key parts of their recent press release include:
"Avedro's family of riboflavin products is commercially available in countries recognizing the CE Mark, and includes:
-- VibeX(TM)(original formulation) - For traditional, epithelium-off cross-linking
-- VibeX Rapid(TM) - For faster diffusion
-- VibeX Xtra(TM) - For use during LASIK or PRK surgery, formulated for direct application to the stromal bed to restore corneal biomechanical strength
-- ParaCel(TM)- For trans-epithelial cross-linking, offering the fastest penetrating formula available"
Additionally, "Avedro is currently the only medical device company sponsoring on-going Phase III cross-linking clinical trials in the US."
You can find the full press release here. - jw