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WO2004112836A2
WO2004112836A2 PCT/US2004/018068 US2004018068W WO2004112836A2 WO 2004112836 A2 WO2004112836 A2 WO 2004112836A2 US 2004018068 W US2004018068 W US 2004018068W WO 2004112836 A2 WO2004112836 A2 WO 2004112836A2
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  • the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions.
  • this invention relates to topically administrable ophthalmic compositions that contain certain combinations of two polymeric components.
  • polymeric ingredients in topically administrable ophthalmic compositions are well known. Polymeric ingredients are typically used in suspension compositions as physical stability aids, helping to keep the insoluble ingredients suspended or easily redispersible. In solution compositions, polymeric ingredients are typically used to increase the composition's viscosity.
  • polymers have been used in topically administrable ophthalmic compositions. Included among these are cellulosic polymers, such as hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, hydroxyethyl cellulose, and ethylhydroxyethyl cellulose. Also included are synthetic polymers, such as carboxyvinyl polymers and polyvinyl alcohol. Still others include polysaccharides such as xanthan gum, guar gum, and dextran.
  • Combinations of polymers have also been used in ophthalmic compositions. Certain combinations of polymers are known to provide synergistic effects on viscosity and, in some cases, even a phase transition from a liquid to a gel.
  • U.S. Patent No. 4,136,173 discloses ophthalmic compositions containing a combination of xanthan gum and locust bean gum.
  • One approach to achieving a target viscosity in a topically administrable ophthalmic composition might involve simply adding a sufficient amount of one polymeric ingredient. Often, however, it is desirable to minimize the total amount of polymeric additives in topically administrable ophthalmic compositions.
  • a mixed polymer system containing more than one polymer can significantly enhance the viscosity and lubrication property of a composition while minimizing total polymer concentration and cost of materials.
  • the present invention is directed toward aqueous ophthalmic compositions suitable for topical ophthalmic administration that comprise a viscosity enhancing amount of a polymeric ingredient wherein the polymeric ingredient consists of a certain combination of two polymeric ingredients.
  • the . ophthalmic compositions comprise a combination of polymeric ingredients selected from the group consisting of: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer; carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose; hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and hyaluronic acid and guar gum.
  • the compositions containing one of these select combinations of polymeric ingredients are useful as artificial tear products, and can also serve as vehicles for delivering ophthalmic drugs.
  • the present invention is based upon the finding that these select combinations of two polymers have a synergistic effect on viscosity.
  • the ophthalmic compositions of the present invention are aqueous compositions that include a select combination of two polymeric ingredients.
  • the combination is one of the following: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer; a carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose; hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and hyaluronic acid and guar gum.
  • All five types of individual polymers are known and have been used in ophthalmic compositions. All five types of polymers are also commercially available.
  • HPMC is commercially available from the Dow Chemical Company under the brand name Methocel ® .
  • HPMC is available in a variety of grades. Most preferred for use in the compositions of the present invention is Methocel E4M, (HPMC 2910), which has a number average molecular weight of approximately 86,000 dalton.
  • the concentration of HPMC in the compositions of the present invention will generally range from 0.05 - 0.5 %, and will preferably be 0.3 %.
  • the guar gum ingredient can be guar gum or a guar gum derivative, such as the hydroxypropyl or hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride derivatives of guar gum.
  • Guar and its derivatives are described in U.S. Patent No. 6,316,506, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.
  • "guar gum” includes unsubstituted guar gum and its substituted derivatives. Guar gum and many of its derivatives are commercially available from Rhone-Poulenc (Cranbury, New Jersey), Hercules, Inc. (Wilmington, Delaware) and TIC Gum, Inc. (Belcamp, Maryland).
  • a preferred derivative for use in the compositions of the present invention is hydroxypropyl guar ("HP-Guar").
  • concentration of guar in the compositions of the present invention will generally range from 0.01 - 0.2 %, and will preferably be 0.1 %.
  • Carboxyvinyl polymers suitable for use in the present invention are also s known as "carbomers" or carboxypolymethylene. They are commercially available from sources such as Noveon, Inc. (Cleveland, Ohio), which distributes them under the trade name Carbopol ® .
  • Carbopol polymers are ⁇ crosslinked, acrylic acid-based polymers. They are crosslinked with allyl sucrose or allylpentaerythritol.
  • Carbopol copolymers are polymers of acrylic o acid, modified by C-
  • a preferred carboxyvinyl polymer for use in the compositions of the present invention is a polymer of acrylic acid crosslinked with allyl sucrose or allylpentaerythritol, which is commercially available as
  • Carbopol ® 974P The concentration of carbomer in the compositions of the s present invention will generally range from 0.01 - 0.2 %, and will preferably be
  • HEC is commercially available from Hercules Inc. (Aqualon Division) in a variety of grades, including Natrasol 250 LR, Natrasol 250 MR and Natrasol 0 250 HR.
  • a preferred HEC for use in the compositions of the present invention is the NF grade material, which is commercially available as Natrasol 250HR.
  • the concentration of HEC in the compositions of the present invention will generally range from 0.05 - 0.5 %, and will preferably range from 0.1 - 0.2 %.
  • Hyaluronic acid is commercially available from a variety of sources, including Genzyme and Hyaluron Inc. Hyaluronic acid is available in many grades, with molecular weights ranging from 100,000 to greater than 3 million dalton.
  • the aqueous compositions of the present invention contain one of the specified combinations of polymers in a total polymer concentration range of 0.05 - 3.0 %, preferably 0.2 - 2.0 %.
  • the aqueous compositions of the present invention may contain other ingredients as excipients.
  • the compositions may include one or more pharmaceutically acceptable buffering agents, preservatives (including preservative adjuncts), non-ionic tonicity-adjusting agents, surfactants, solubilizing agents, stabilizing agents, comfort-enhancing agents, emollients, pH-adjusting agents and/or lubricants.
  • the aqueous composition does not contain any polymeric ingredients, other than the synergistic combination of the two polymeric ingredients specified above, with the exception of polymeric preservatives for compositions that contain a preservative.
  • the compositions contain a carbomer as one of the two polymers, then the compositions of the present invention do not contain any ionic tonicity-adjusting agent, such as sodium chloride, or other ionic excipients, such as boric acid, as these ingredients have a significant, detrimental effect on the composition's viscosity.
  • compositions of the invention have a pH in the range of 5 - 9, preferably 6.5 - 7.5, and most preferably 6.9 - 7.4. If the compositions contain a carbomer as one of the three polymers, it is critical that the compositions are formulated so that the target pH is not exceeded. Once a target pH has been exceeded in compositions containing a carbomer, adding an acid such as hydrochloric acid to adjust the pH downward can compromise the synergistic viscosity. Even relatively small amounts of acid or salts, on the order of 0.005%, can have a significant effect on the viscosity of compositions containing a carbomer.
  • compositions ofthe present invention generally have an osmolality in the range of 220 - 320 mOsm/kg, and preferably have an osmolality in the range of 235 - 260 mOsm/kg.
  • compositions of the present invention are suitable for use as artificial tear products to relieve symptoms of dry eye.
  • the compositions of the present invention may act as a vehicle for an ophthalmic drug.
  • the compositions of the present invention may also be used as irrigating solutions for ophthalmic or other surgical procedures.
  • Ophthalmic drugs suitable for use in the compositions of the present invention include, but are not limited to: anti-glaucoma agents, such as beta-blockers including timolol, betaxolol, levobetaxolol, carteolol, miotics including pilocarpine, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, prostaglandins, seretonergics, muscarinics, dopaminergic agonists, adrenergic agonists including apraclonidine and brimonidine; anti-angiogenesis agents; anti-infective agents including quinolones such as ciprofloxacin, and aminoglycosides such as tobramycin and gentamicin; non-steroidal and steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, such as suprofen, diclofenac, ketorolac, rimexolone and tetrahydrocortisol; growth factors, such as EGF; immunosuppressant agents; and anti-allergic agents
  • compositions of the present invention may also include combinations of ophthalmic drugs, such as combinations of (i) a beta- blocker selected from the group consisting of betaxolol and timolol, and (ii) a prostaglandin selected from the group consisting of latanoprost; 15-keto latanoprost; travoprost; and unoprostone isopropyl.
  • a beta- blocker selected from the group consisting of betaxolol and timolol
  • a prostaglandin selected from the group consisting of latanoprost; 15-keto latanoprost; travoprost; and unoprostone isopropyl.
  • the amount of drug included in the compositions of the present invention will be whatever amount is therapeutically effective and will depend upon a number of factors, including the identity and potency of the chosen drug, the total concentration of drug will generally be about 5% or less.
  • compositions of the present invention are preferably not formulated as solutions that gel upon administration to the eye.
  • the compositions illustrated in the Examples below do not gel upon administration to the eye.
  • Example 1 Artificial Tear Composition
  • the composition shown in Table 1 can be prepared by at least two methods.
  • One method involves adding the following ingredients slowly and in the following order to heated purified water (70 - 80 °C) (approximately 80% of the desired batch volume) with mixing: mannitol, Carbopol 974P, and HP-Guar (waiting until each ingredient is mixed well before adding the next). pH is then adjusted with 1 N NaOH, and the remaining amount of purified water is added.
  • the composition is then autoclaved at 121 °C for thirty minutes and subsequently cooled to room temperature with constant stirring.
  • An alternative method of preparing the composition shown in Table 1 is as follows. In a first container, add heated purified water (70 - 80 °C) (approximately 60% of the desired batch volume), then mix in mannitol, and then Carbopol 974P, waiting until each ingredient is mixed well before adding the next. Autoclave the resulting composition at 121 ° C for thirty minutes, then allow the composition to cool to room temperature with constant stirring ("the Carbopol composition"). In a separate container, add purified water (approximately 30% of the desired batch volume), then mix in HP-Guar. Adjust the pH of the HP-Guar composition with 1 N NaOH to pH 9.
  • the HP-Guar composition Autoclave the HP- Guar composition at 121 ° C for thirty minutes, then allow it to cool to room temperature with constant stirring ("the HP-Guar composition"), then aseptically combine the HP-Guar composition with the Carbopol composition, and aseptically adjust the final pH to 7.0, if necessary, with 1 N NaOH.
  • compositions shown in Table 3 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps).
  • compositions shown in Table 4 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps).
  • Airvol 523S is a commercially available polyvinyl alcohol polymer. Chondroitin sulfate is a commercially available polymer.
  • PVP K90 is a commercially available polyvinyl pyrrolidone polymer.
  • compositions shown in Table 5 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps).
  • Airvol 523S is a commercially available polyvinyl alcohol polymer. Chondroitin sulfate is a commercially available polymer.
  • K90 is a commercially available polyvinylpyrrolidone polymer.
  • Example 7 Effect of Salt on Viscosity for a Polymer Combination that Contains Carbomer
  • compositions shown below in Table 7 were prepared to determine the effect of the addition of salt (NaCI) on viscosity.
  • the viscosity of each sample was determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer (52 cone, 3 rpm). The results are shown in Table 7. TABLE 7
  • Example 8 Effect of Boric Acid on Viscosity for a Polymer Combination that Contains Carbomer
  • compositions shown below in Table 8 were prepared to determine the effect of the addition of boric acid on viscosity.
  • the viscosity of each sample was determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer (52 cone, 3 rpm). The results are shown in Table 8.

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Ophthalmic compositions suitable for use as artificial tears or as vehicles for ophthalmic drugs are disclosed. The compositions contain a combination of two polymers that have a synergistic effect on viscosity.

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OPHTHALMIC COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING A SYNERGISTIC COMBINATION OF TWO POLYMERS
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Field of the Invention
The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions. In particular, this invention relates to topically administrable ophthalmic compositions that contain certain combinations of two polymeric components.
2. Description of Related Art
The use of polymeric ingredients in topically administrable ophthalmic compositions is well known. Polymeric ingredients are typically used in suspension compositions as physical stability aids, helping to keep the insoluble ingredients suspended or easily redispersible. In solution compositions, polymeric ingredients are typically used to increase the composition's viscosity.
Many polymers have been used in topically administrable ophthalmic compositions. Included among these are cellulosic polymers, such as hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, hydroxyethyl cellulose, and ethylhydroxyethyl cellulose. Also included are synthetic polymers, such as carboxyvinyl polymers and polyvinyl alcohol. Still others include polysaccharides such as xanthan gum, guar gum, and dextran.
Combinations of polymers have also been used in ophthalmic compositions. Certain combinations of polymers are known to provide synergistic effects on viscosity and, in some cases, even a phase transition from a liquid to a gel. For example, U.S. Patent No. 4,136,173 discloses ophthalmic compositions containing a combination of xanthan gum and locust bean gum. One approach to achieving a target viscosity in a topically administrable ophthalmic composition might involve simply adding a sufficient amount of one polymeric ingredient. Often, however, it is desirable to minimize the total amount of polymeric additives in topically administrable ophthalmic compositions. A mixed polymer system containing more than one polymer can significantly enhance the viscosity and lubrication property of a composition while minimizing total polymer concentration and cost of materials.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention is directed toward aqueous ophthalmic compositions suitable for topical ophthalmic administration that comprise a viscosity enhancing amount of a polymeric ingredient wherein the polymeric ingredient consists of a certain combination of two polymeric ingredients. The . ophthalmic compositions comprise a combination of polymeric ingredients selected from the group consisting of: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer; carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose; hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and hyaluronic acid and guar gum. The compositions containing one of these select combinations of polymeric ingredients are useful as artificial tear products, and can also serve as vehicles for delivering ophthalmic drugs.
The present invention is based upon the finding that these select combinations of two polymers have a synergistic effect on viscosity.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
Unless otherwise indicated, all ingredient concentrations are listed as a weight/ volume percentage basis (%w/v).
The ophthalmic compositions of the present invention are aqueous compositions that include a select combination of two polymeric ingredients. The combination is one of the following: hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer; a carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose; hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and hyaluronic acid and guar gum. All five types of individual polymers are known and have been used in ophthalmic compositions. All five types of polymers are also commercially available.
HPMC is commercially available from the Dow Chemical Company under the brand name Methocel®. HPMC is available in a variety of grades. Most preferred for use in the compositions of the present invention is Methocel E4M, (HPMC 2910), which has a number average molecular weight of approximately 86,000 dalton. The concentration of HPMC in the compositions of the present invention will generally range from 0.05 - 0.5 %, and will preferably be 0.3 %.
The guar gum ingredient can be guar gum or a guar gum derivative, such as the hydroxypropyl or hydroxypropyltrimonium chloride derivatives of guar gum. Guar and its derivatives are described in U.S. Patent No. 6,316,506, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference. For purposes of the present application, "guar gum" includes unsubstituted guar gum and its substituted derivatives. Guar gum and many of its derivatives are commercially available from Rhone-Poulenc (Cranbury, New Jersey), Hercules, Inc. (Wilmington, Delaware) and TIC Gum, Inc. (Belcamp, Maryland). A preferred derivative for use in the compositions of the present invention is hydroxypropyl guar ("HP-Guar"). The concentration of guar in the compositions of the present invention will generally range from 0.01 - 0.2 %, and will preferably be 0.1 %.
Carboxyvinyl polymers suitable for use in the present invention are also s known as "carbomers" or carboxypolymethylene. They are commercially available from sources such as Noveon, Inc. (Cleveland, Ohio), which distributes them under the trade name Carbopol®. Carbopol polymers are^ crosslinked, acrylic acid-based polymers. They are crosslinked with allyl sucrose or allylpentaerythritol. Carbopol copolymers are polymers of acrylic o acid, modified by C-|0-3o alkyl acrylates, and crosslinked with allylpentaerythritol. A preferred carboxyvinyl polymer for use in the compositions of the present invention is a polymer of acrylic acid crosslinked with allyl sucrose or allylpentaerythritol, which is commercially available as
Carbopol® 974P. The concentration of carbomer in the compositions of the s present invention will generally range from 0.01 - 0.2 %, and will preferably be
0.1 %.
HEC is commercially available from Hercules Inc. (Aqualon Division) in a variety of grades, including Natrasol 250 LR, Natrasol 250 MR and Natrasol 0 250 HR. A preferred HEC for use in the compositions of the present invention is the NF grade material, which is commercially available as Natrasol 250HR. The concentration of HEC in the compositions of the present invention will generally range from 0.05 - 0.5 %, and will preferably range from 0.1 - 0.2 %.
5 Hyaluronic acid is commercially available from a variety of sources, including Genzyme and Hyaluron Inc. Hyaluronic acid is available in many grades, with molecular weights ranging from 100,000 to greater than 3 million dalton.
o The aqueous compositions of the present invention contain one of the specified combinations of polymers in a total polymer concentration range of 0.05 - 3.0 %, preferably 0.2 - 2.0 %. In addition to the required combination of two polymeric ingredients, the aqueous compositions of the present invention may contain other ingredients as excipients. For example, the compositions may include one or more pharmaceutically acceptable buffering agents, preservatives (including preservative adjuncts), non-ionic tonicity-adjusting agents, surfactants, solubilizing agents, stabilizing agents, comfort-enhancing agents, emollients, pH-adjusting agents and/or lubricants. Preferably, the aqueous composition does not contain any polymeric ingredients, other than the synergistic combination of the two polymeric ingredients specified above, with the exception of polymeric preservatives for compositions that contain a preservative. If the compositions contain a carbomer as one of the two polymers, then the compositions of the present invention do not contain any ionic tonicity-adjusting agent, such as sodium chloride, or other ionic excipients, such as boric acid, as these ingredients have a significant, detrimental effect on the composition's viscosity.
The compositions of the invention have a pH in the range of 5 - 9, preferably 6.5 - 7.5, and most preferably 6.9 - 7.4. If the compositions contain a carbomer as one of the three polymers, it is critical that the compositions are formulated so that the target pH is not exceeded. Once a target pH has been exceeded in compositions containing a carbomer, adding an acid such as hydrochloric acid to adjust the pH downward can compromise the synergistic viscosity. Even relatively small amounts of acid or salts, on the order of 0.005%, can have a significant effect on the viscosity of compositions containing a carbomer.
The compositions ofthe present invention generally have an osmolality in the range of 220 - 320 mOsm/kg, and preferably have an osmolality in the range of 235 - 260 mOsm/kg.
The aqueous compositions of the present invention are suitable for use as artificial tear products to relieve symptoms of dry eye. Alternatively, the compositions of the present invention may act as a vehicle for an ophthalmic drug. The compositions of the present invention may also be used as irrigating solutions for ophthalmic or other surgical procedures. Ophthalmic drugs suitable for use in the compositions of the present invention include, but are not limited to: anti-glaucoma agents, such as beta-blockers including timolol, betaxolol, levobetaxolol, carteolol, miotics including pilocarpine, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, prostaglandins, seretonergics, muscarinics, dopaminergic agonists, adrenergic agonists including apraclonidine and brimonidine; anti-angiogenesis agents; anti-infective agents including quinolones such as ciprofloxacin, and aminoglycosides such as tobramycin and gentamicin; non-steroidal and steroidal anti-inflammatory agents, such as suprofen, diclofenac, ketorolac, rimexolone and tetrahydrocortisol; growth factors, such as EGF; immunosuppressant agents; and anti-allergic agents including olopatadine. The ophthalmic drug may be present in the form of a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, such as timolol maleate, brimonidine tartrate or sodium diclofenac. Compositions of the present invention may also include combinations of ophthalmic drugs, such as combinations of (i) a beta- blocker selected from the group consisting of betaxolol and timolol, and (ii) a prostaglandin selected from the group consisting of latanoprost; 15-keto latanoprost; travoprost; and unoprostone isopropyl.
Although the amount of drug included in the compositions of the present invention will be whatever amount is therapeutically effective and will depend upon a number of factors, including the identity and potency of the chosen drug, the total concentration of drug will generally be about 5% or less.
The compositions of the present invention are preferably not formulated as solutions that gel upon administration to the eye. The compositions illustrated in the Examples below do not gel upon administration to the eye.
The following examples are presented to illustrate further various aspects of the present invention, but are not intended to limit the scope of the invention in any respect. EXAMPLES
Example 1 : Artificial Tear Composition
A representative formulation for an artificial tear product according to the present invention is shown in Table 1.
Table 1
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The composition shown in Table 1 can be prepared by at least two methods. One method involves adding the following ingredients slowly and in the following order to heated purified water (70 - 80 °C) (approximately 80% of the desired batch volume) with mixing: mannitol, Carbopol 974P, and HP-Guar (waiting until each ingredient is mixed well before adding the next). pH is then adjusted with 1 N NaOH, and the remaining amount of purified water is added. The composition is then autoclaved at 121 °C for thirty minutes and subsequently cooled to room temperature with constant stirring.
An alternative method of preparing the composition shown in Table 1 is as follows. In a first container, add heated purified water (70 - 80 °C) (approximately 60% of the desired batch volume), then mix in mannitol, and then Carbopol 974P, waiting until each ingredient is mixed well before adding the next. Autoclave the resulting composition at 121 °C for thirty minutes, then allow the composition to cool to room temperature with constant stirring ("the Carbopol composition"). In a separate container, add purified water (approximately 30% of the desired batch volume), then mix in HP-Guar. Adjust the pH of the HP-Guar composition with 1 N NaOH to pH 9. Autoclave the HP- Guar composition at 121 °C for thirty minutes, then allow it to cool to room temperature with constant stirring ("the HP-Guar composition"), then aseptically combine the HP-Guar composition with the Carbopol composition, and aseptically adjust the final pH to 7.0, if necessary, with 1 N NaOH.
Example 2: Synergistic Effect on Viscosity (HPMC + Guar; HPMC + Carbomer; Carbomer + Guar)
The compositions shown in Table 2 were prepared and their viscosity was determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps). Two people independently prepared the indicated samples and measured their viscosity values (n = 1) for each person. The averages of each set of results are shown in Table 2.
Table 2
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m Subst. Synergy = substantial synergy: greater than 150% ofthe simple sum of the two respective single polymer solutions Example 3: Synergistic Effect on Viscosity (HPMC + HEC)
The compositions shown in Table 3 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps). The HEC used in this experiment was Natrasol 250HR as shown in the following Table. Two people independently prepared the indicated samples and measured their viscosity values (n = 1) for each person. The averages of each set of results are shown in Table 3.
Table 3
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the two respective single polymer solutions Example 4: Lack of Synergistic Effect on Viscosity (Polyvinyl Alcohol + Chondroitin Sulfate; Polyvinyl Alcohol + Polyvinylpyrrolidone; Chondroitin Sulfate + Polyvinylpyrrolidone)
The compositions shown in Table 4 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps). Two people independently prepared the indicated samples and measured their viscosity values (n = 1) for each person. The averages of each set of results are shown in Table 4. Airvol 523S is a commercially available polyvinyl alcohol polymer. Chondroitin sulfate is a commercially available polymer. PVP K90 is a commercially available polyvinyl pyrrolidone polymer.
Table 4
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* slight, transparent precipitate observed
® Subst. Synergy = substantial synergy: greater than 150% ofthe simple sum of the two respective single polymer solutions Example 5: Lack of Synergistic Effect on Viscosity (Polyvinyl Alcohol + Carbomer; Chondroitin Sulfate + Carbomer; Polyvinyl pyrrolidone + Carbomer)
The compositions shown in Table 5 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps). Two people independently prepared the indicated samples and measured their viscosity values ( n = 1) for each person. The averages of each set of results are shown in Table 5. Airvol 523S is a commercially available polyvinyl alcohol polymer. Chondroitin sulfate is a commercially available polymer. K90 is a commercially available polyvinylpyrrolidone polymer.
Table 5
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* PVP was incompatible with Carbopol 974P - it formed a precipitate.
@ Subst. Synergy = substantial synergy: greater than 150% ofthe simple sum of the two respective single polymer solutions
Example 6: Lack of Synergistic Effect on Viscosity (HPMC + Dextran; Guar + Dextran; Carbomer + Dextran)
The compositions shown in Table 6 were prepared and their viscosity determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer with number 42 cone/plate set (30 rpm, at 25 °C) for less viscous samples (viscosity less than 20 cps) and number 52 cone/plate set (3 rpm, at 25 °C) for more viscous samples (viscosity more than 20 cps). Two people independently prepared the indicated samples and measured their viscosity values (n = 1) for each person. The averages of each set of results are shown in Table 6.
Table 6
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the two respective single polymer solutions
Example 7: Effect of Salt on Viscosity for a Polymer Combination that Contains Carbomer
The compositions shown below in Table 7 were prepared to determine the effect of the addition of salt (NaCI) on viscosity. The viscosity of each sample was determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer (52 cone, 3 rpm). The results are shown in Table 7. TABLE 7
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Example 8: Effect of Boric Acid on Viscosity for a Polymer Combination that Contains Carbomer
The compositions shown below in Table 8 were prepared to determine the effect of the addition of boric acid on viscosity. The viscosity of each sample was determined using a Brookfield cone/plate viscometer (52 cone, 3 rpm). The results are shown in Table 8.
TABLE 8
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The invention has been described by reference to certain preferred embodiments; however, it should be understood that it may be embodied in other specific forms or variations thereof without departing from its spirit or essential characteristics. The embodiments described above are therefore considered to be illustrative in all respects and not restrictive, the scope of the invention being indicated by the appended claims rather than by the foregoing description.

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1. An aqueous composition suitable for topical ophthalmic administration comprising a viscosity enhancing amount of combination of two polymers having a synergistic effect on the composition's viscosity and wherein the combination of two polymers is selected from the group consisting of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer; a carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose; hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and hyaluronic acid and guar gum, provided that if the composition comprises a carboxyvinyl polymer then the composition does not contain sodium chloride or boric acid.
2. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the combination of two polymers is a combination of a hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum.
3. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the combination of two polymers is a combination of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer.
4. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the combination of two polymers is a combination of a carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum.
5. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the combination of two polymers is a combination of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose.
6. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the combination of two polymers is a combination of hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose.
7. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the combination of two polymers is a combination of hyaluronic acid and guar gum.
8. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the carboxyvinyl polymer is a polymer of acrylic acid crosslinked with allyl sucrose or allylpentaerythritol, the hydroxypropyl methylcellulose has a number average molecular weight of approximately 86,000 dalton, the guar gum is hydroxypropyl guar.
9. The composition of Claim 1 wherein the total concentration of the two polymers ranges from 0.05 - 3.0 % (w/w).
10. The composition of Claim 9 wherein the total concentration of the two polymers ranges from 0.2 - 2.0 % (w/w).
11. The composition of Claim 1 further comprising an ingredient selected from the group consisting of pharmaceutically acceptable buffering agents; preservatives; non-ionic tonicity-adjusting agents; surfactants; solubilizing agents; stabilizing agents; comfort-enhancing agents; emollients; pH-adjusting agents; and lubricants.
12. The composition of Claim 1 further comprising an ophthalmic drug.
13. The composition of Claim 12 wherein the ophthalmic drug is selected from the group consisting of anti-glaucoma agents; anti-angiogenesis agents; anti-infective agents; non-steroidal and steroidal anti-inflammatory agents; growth factors; immunosuppressant agents; and anti-allergic agents.
14. A method of alleviating the symptoms of dry eye comprising topically administering to the eye an aqueous composition comprising a viscosity enhancing amount of a combination of two polymers having a synergistic effect on the composition's viscosity and wherein the combination of two polymers is selected from the group consisting of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and a carboxyvinyl polymer; a carboxyvinyl polymer and guar gum; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and hydroxyethylcellulose; hyaluronic acid and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and hyaluronic acid and guar gum, provided that if the composition comprises a carboxyvinyl polymer then the composition does not contain sodium chloride or boric acid.
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