Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the production of cross-linked hyaluronic acid (HA) derivatives, in particular multiple, e.g. double cross-linked hyaluronic acid derivatives. The invention also provides novel cross-linked HA derivatives, products containing them and their uses in medical and pharmaceutical and cosmetic applications.
Abstract: The present invention provides a process for the production of hyaluronic acid (HA) derivatives cross-linked with another polymer, in particular multiple e.g. double cross-linked hyaluronic acid derivatives. The invention also provides novel cross-linked derivatives, products containing them and their uses in cosmetic, medical and pharmaceutical applications.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
January 14, 2004
Date of Patent:
June 5, 2007
Assignee:
Mentor Biopolymers Limited
Inventors:
Xiaobin Zhao, Catherine Alexander, Jane Fraser