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Vevye: A New Cyclosporine Solution for Dry Eye Disease

XTalks

Furthermore, the bioavailability of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) into the cornea is up to four times stronger with EyeSol technology. The solution of Vevye does not contain water, anti-microbial preservatives, oils or surfactants. Vevye (cyclosporine ophthalmic solution) 0.1

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Cell-penetrating peptides as a delivery system for oligonucleotides

Drug Discovery World

Oligonucleotides act on the RNA level through different molecular pathways, but there is a major drawback when using them as drugs: their poor bioavailability and cellular uptake. These peptides typically contain up to 30 amino acids and can be cationic, amphipathic or both. 3 positive human cells and silence the targeted genes.