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Abstract

An ocular device that contains a drug, the device affixed to the sclera for release of drug into the sclera through at least one opening. Control of drug release may be mechanical and/or electrical, and may be at a point of use or from a remote location. In one embodiment, an electrode is affixed to the sclera opposite the device, and initiation of current releases the drug from the device via iontophoresis. The lumen or reservoir contents may be visualized, and/or an indicator may indicate content information such as volume. In one embodiment, a multicompartment device may controllably release the same drug at a different rate or different drugs at the same or different rates.

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First Claim