Topical treatment for prevention of ocular infections

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C424S427000, C424S433000

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ABSTRACT:
Azalide antibiotics such as azithromycin are useful in the treatment and prevention of infections by bacteria and other parasites. Stabilized aqueous compositions containing azithromycin suitable for administration without reconstitution are provided for. Also provided for are aqueous formulations suitable for ocular administration in a employing a convenient dosing formulation suitable for administration in depot formats.

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