Patents Assigned to Advanced Vision Research
  • Cleanser compositions and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 9050288
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Gilbard, Yanick Douyon, Robert B Huson
  • Cleanser compositions and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 8932653
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 13, 2015
    Assignee: Advanced Vision Research, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Gilbard, Yanick Douyon, Robert B Huson
  • Methods and compositions for the treatment of infection or infectious colonization of the eyelid, ocular surface, skin or ear
    Patent number: 8535736
    Abstract: The instant invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of infection or infectious colonization of the eyelid and/or ocular surface for the treatment and prevention of ocular disorders and eyelid disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 14, 2012
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2013
    Assignee: Advanced Vision Research, Inc
    Inventors: Jeffrey P. Gilbard, Elisabeth Gilbard
  • CLEANSER COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20130236579
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2013
    Publication date: September 12, 2013
    Applicant: Advanced Vision Research, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey GILBARD, Yanick DOUYON, Robert B HUSON
  • METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFECTIONS
    Publication number: 20130171239
    Abstract: The instant invention provides preparations comprising an oxidizing antimicrobial agent such as chlorine dioxide and a heterocyclic compound that improves the antibacterial effect of the oxidizing antimicrobial agent preparation. The invention has particular use as an eye care preparation such as an eye drop. The invention further provides methods for reducing bacterial colonization and treating infection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 25, 2013
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Applicant: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
    Inventor: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
  • Cleanser compositions and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 8449928
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2013
    Assignee: Advanced Vision Research, Inc.
    Inventors: Yanick Douyon, Robert B. Huson, Elisabeth Gilbard
  • CLEANSER COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20120288575
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey P. GILBARD, Elisabeth GILBARD, Yanick DOUYON, Robert B. HUSON
  • METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFECTION OR INFECTIOUS COLONIZATION OF THE EYELID, OCULAR SURFACE, SKIN OR EAR
    Publication number: 20120270953
    Abstract: The instant invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of infection or infectious colonization of the eyelid and/or ocular surface for the treatment and prevention of ocular disorders and eyelid disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2012
    Publication date: October 25, 2012
    Applicant: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey P. Gilbard, Elisabeth GILBARD
  • Cleanser composition and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 8231912
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 31, 2012
    Assignee: Advanced Vision Research, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey P. Gilbard, Elisabeth Gilbard, legal representative, Yanick Douyon, Robert B. Huson
  • THERAPEUTIC EYE DROP COMPRISING DOXYCYCLINE AND A STABILIZER
    Publication number: 20120190653
    Abstract: The present invention provides stable aqueous doxycycline aqueous solutions suitable for pharmaceutical, especially ophthalmic, use. The doxycycline aqueous solutions have a pH ranging from 4.5-8, and contain an antioxidant and a stabilizer such as caffeine, creatine or mixtures thereof. The solutions have improved lifetimes and can be used topically.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2011
    Publication date: July 26, 2012
    Applicants: Dow Pharmaceutical Sciences, Inc., Advanced Vision Research, Inc.
    Inventors: JEFFREY P. GILBARD, ELIZABETH GILBARD, GREGORY FIELDSON, ROBERT B. HUSON
  • METHODS AND COMPOSITIONS FOR THE TREATMENT OF INFECTION OR INFECTIOUS COLONIZATION OF THE EYELID, OCULAR SURFACE, SKIN OR EAR
    Publication number: 20100324151
    Abstract: The instant invention provides methods and compositions for the treatment of infection or infectious colonization of the eyelid and/or ocular surface for the treatment and prevention of ocular disorders and eyelid disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2010
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Applicant: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
    Inventor: Jeffrey P. Gilbard
  • CLEANSER COMPOSITION AND METHODS FOR USING THE SAME
    Publication number: 20100285155
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to anti-microbial cleanser compositions comprising linalool, hinokitiol and dipropylene glycol. The present invention further provides methods for using these compositions to maintain eyelid hygiene, to treat an ocular disorder or to clean a skin surface. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam, gel or liquid.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 30, 2010
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH, INC.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Gilbard, Elisabeth Gilbard, Yanick Douyon, Robert B. Huson
  • Compositons and methods for maintaining eyelid hygiene
    Publication number: 20070231353
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel compositions and methods effective for maintaining eyelid hygiene, e.g., therapeutic treatment and prophylaxis. The present invention further provides cleanser compositions and methods that are compliance-enhancing and useful for daily prophylaxis involving the easy and safe application directly to the eyelid in controlled doses for maintenance of eyelid hygiene. The cleanser compositions of the present invention can be in the form of a foam.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 27, 2006
    Publication date: October 4, 2007
    Applicant: Advanced Vision Research, Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey Gilbard, Ed Breen
  • EPA and DHA enriched omega-3 supplement for the treatment of dry eye, meibomianitis and xerostomia
    Publication number: 20040076695
    Abstract: Nutritional supplements for treating dry eye, meibomian gland inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction or xerostomia comprising flaxseed oil, or a GLA-rich oil, combined with a n-3 rich oil, such as fish oil which is rich in eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaeonic acid (DHA), are disclosed. Methods of treating dry eye, meibomian gland inflammation, meibomian gland dysfunction or dry mouth by administering the supplements are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 7, 2003
    Publication date: April 22, 2004
    Applicant: ADVANCED VISION RESEARCH
    Inventor: Jeffrey P. Gilbard
  • Methods and compositions for topical treatment of eye surface inflammation and related dry eye disease
    Patent number: 6432934
    Abstract: Ophthalmic compositions and methods of using the same to simultaneously treat eye surface inflammation and dry eye are disclosed. The ophthalmic preparation contains a tetracycline compound in aqueous solution. The preparation preferably further includes a balance of electrolytes sufficient to maintain or restore essentially normal levels of conjunctival mucus-containing goblet cells and corneal glycogen. These electrolytes can include potassium, chloride, bicarbonate, sodium, calcium, magnesium and phosphate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 1998
    Date of Patent: August 13, 2002
    Assignee: Advanced Vision Research
    Inventor: Jeffrey P. Gilbard
  • Single-use eyedrop dispensing bottle
    Patent number: D467336
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 2001
    Date of Patent: December 17, 2002
    Assignee: Advanced Vision Research
    Inventors: Jeffrey P. Gilbard, Jeffrey Price