Alcon Inc. competitive analysis

Explore patent oppositions filed by Alcon Inc. against competitors, revealing strategic technology disputes and market positioning.

Last updated on: Oct 29, 2026
Patent NumberTitleApplicantOpposition Date
Medical Devices Having Homogeneous Charge Density And Methods For Making SameJOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CAREOct 6, 2026
Sustained Release Of Oleic Acid From Contact LensesCOOPERVISIONMar 18, 2026
Contact Lens Containing A Diffractive Optical Element And Related MethodsCOOPERVISIONMar 17, 2026
Diffractive Multi-Focal Ocular Lens And Method For Manufacturing Diffractive Multi-Focal Ocular LensMENICONMar 10, 2026
Polymers And Nanogel Materials And Methods For Making And Using The SameJOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CAREJul 9, 2025
Ionic Silicone Hydrogels Having Improved Hydrolytic StabilityJOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CAREApr 2, 2025
Silicone Elastomer-Silicone Hydrogel Hybrid Contact LensesCOOPERVISIONMar 13, 2024
Silicone Hydrogels Comprising Desirable Water Content And Oxygen PermeabilityJOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CAREJan 2, 2023
Apparatus For Creating Ocular Surgical And Relaxing IncisionsAMOJan 5, 2022
Apparatus For Creating Ocular Surgical And Relaxing IncisionsAMONov 12, 2021

Explore Alcon Inc.'s recently opposed patents, revealing key competitive challenges and strategic patent disputes in the industry. Track oppositions filed by competitors to understand technology battlegrounds and assess potential risks.

Last updated on: Oct 29, 2026
Patent NumberPublication DateTitleTotal Oppositions
Jan 14, 2026Multi-Spot Laser Probe With Illumination Features1
Jan 14, 2026Multiple Illumination Transmission Through Optical Fiber1
May 1, 2024Silicone Hydrogel Lenses With Water-Rich Surfaces1
Nov 1, 2023System And Method For Automatic Torsion Correction In Diagnostic Ophthalmic Measurements1
Aug 23, 2023Laser Device For Material Processing1
Aug 16, 2023Integrated Oct-Refractometer System For Ocular Biometry1
Jun 21, 2023Overlay Imaging For Registration Of A Patient Eye For Laser Surgery1
Feb 22, 2023Compound For Use In The Treatment Of Ocular Disorders3
Aug 17, 2022Automatic Machine Settings For Customized Refractive Surgery1
Aug 3, 2022Prostaglandin Conjugates And Derivatives For Treating Glaucoma And Ocular Hypertension1

Latest PTAB cases involving Alcon Inc.

Discover the latest PTAB cases involving Alcon Inc., highlighting their recent legal challenges and patent disputes.

Last updated on: Oct 28, 2026
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IPR2021-01069Jun 11, 2021JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISIONALCONInstitution Denied
IPR2021-01053Jun 7, 2021JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISIONALCONFinal Written Decision
IPR2021-01003May 24, 2021JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISIONALCONInstitution Denied
IPR2021-00898May 3, 2021JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISIONALCONInstitution Denied
IPR2021-00899May 3, 2021JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISIONALCONInstitution Denied
IPR2021-00853Apr 27, 2021ALCONAMOFinal Written Decision
IPR2021-00856Apr 27, 2021ALCONAMOFinal Written Decision
IPR2021-00858Apr 27, 2021ALCONAMOFinal Written Decision
IPR2021-00862Apr 27, 2021ALCONAMOFinal Written Decision
IPR2021-00845Apr 26, 2021ALCONAMOFinal Written Decision

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IP litigation analysis comparing Alcon Inc. with top 3 competitors. Includes complete PTAB case data and opposition data from 2018 onwards.

Last updated on: Oct 29, 2026
CompanyOppositions FiledOppositions FacedPTAB Cases FiledPTAB Cases Faced
ALCON2129166
AMO - 29 - 16
JOHNSON & JOHNSON SURGICAL VISION1055 -
JOHNSON & JOHNSON VISION CARE1117 - -