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The patent EP2264486 was granted to Alcon on Aug 22, 2018. The application was filed on Jan 3, 2002 under application number EP10175095A. The patent is currently recorded with a legal status of "Revoked".

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| Company | Opposition Date | Representative | Opposition Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| GILL JENNINGS & EVERY | May 22, 2019 | GILL JENNINGS & EVERY | - |
| SCHUMACHER | May 21, 2019 | GRAMM | - |
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| SEARCH | WO9640479 |
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