Bausch + Lomb Announces the Presentation of New Data on Products and Pipeline Programs at the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology Meeting

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Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) announced eight scientific poster presentations at the ARVO annual meeting in New Orleans from April 23-27, 2023. Highlights include results from the 12-month KALAHARI safety extension study of NOV03 (perfluorohexyloctane) and data on XIPERE® (triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension) for suprachoroidal use. Notable studies presented include antibiotic resistance patterns from the ARMOR surveillance study and evaluations on intraocular lens pipeline programs. Bausch + Lomb remains committed to advancing research and innovation in eye health to meet patient needs.

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• Presentation of eight posters at ARVO highlights Bausch + Lomb's commitment to research.
• Results from the KALAHARI study support the safety of NOV03 for treating dry eye disease.
• Focus on early adoption of XIPERE could enhance its market penetration.

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Eight Poster Presentations Include Results from 12-Month Safety Extension Trial of Investigational Treatment NOV03 (Perfluorohexyloctane), as well as Data on XIPERE^® (Triamcinolone Acetonide Injectable Suspension) for Suprachoroidal Use

VAUGHAN, Ontario--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Bausch + Lomb Corporation (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) (“Bausch + Lomb”), a leading global eye health company dedicated to helping people see better to live better, today announced the presentation of eight scientific poster presentations during the Association for Research in Vision and Ophthalmology (ARVO) annual meeting, which will take place in New Orleans from April 23-27, 2023.

The presentations include results from the 12-month KALAHARI safety extension study of the investigational treatment NOV03 (perfluorohexyloctane), as well as the results of two studies on surgical intraocular lens pipeline programs. Another presentation will focus on the early adoption of XIPERE^® (triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension) for suprachoroidal use by providers, and two others will feature a data analysis from Bausch + Lomb’s Antibiotic Resistance Monitoring in Ocular micRoorganisms (ARMOR) surveillance study.

“At this year’s ARVO meeting, scientists will present a variety of clinical research on our Bausch + Lomb product portfolio, pipeline programs and the latest results from our unique ARMOR study, which for more than 10 years has tracked antibiotic resistance patterns specific to pathogens that affect the eye,” said Yehia Hashad, M.D., executive vice president, Research & Development and chief medical officer, Bausch + Lomb. “Bausch + Lomb will continue to remain focused on conducting research that will help us develop new products and medicines to address the evolving needs of customers and patients.”

Following is a complete list of titles and lead authors for each of these posters:

• “Antibiotic Resistance Among Ocular Pathogens—an Update from the 2022 ARMOR study.” Sanfilippo et al.
• “Comparative Evaluation of the Attributes of a New Cohesive Ophthalmic Viscosurgical Device.” Hosten et al.
• “Early Adoption of Triamcinolone Acetonide Suprachoroidal Injection for Uveitic Macular Edema: A Physician Survey.” Chang et al.
• “Evaluation of Color Perception and Contrast Acuity of Novel UV Light-Filtering Material for IOLs as Compared to Yellow-Tinted Blue light Filtering lenses.” Kolesnitchenko et al.
• “Evaluation of Enhanced Monofocal Plus IOLs with Extended Depth of Focus.” Lau et al.
• “Longitudinal Analysis of In Vitro Antibiotic Resistance Among Ocular Staphylococci Collected in the ARMOR study.” Asbell et al.
• “Long‐term Safety and Efficacy of NOV03 (Perfluorohexyloctane) for the Treatment of Patients with Dry Eye Disease associated with Meibomian Gland Dysfunction: The Kalahari Study.” Vittitow et al.
• “Spectroscopic Characterization of Perfluorohexyloctane, an Eye Drop for Dry Eye Disease.” Borchman et al.

Important Safety Information about XIPERE^®

INDICATION
XIPERE^® (triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension) for suprachoroidal use is a corticosteroid indicated for the treatment of macular edema associated with uveitis.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Patients should be monitored following injection for elevated intraocular pressure. See Dosage and Administration instructions in full Prescribing Information.

• XIPERE is contraindicated in patients with active or suspected ocular or periocular infections including most viral diseases of the cornea and conjunctiva, including active epithelial herpes simplex keratitis (dendritic keratitis), vaccinia, varicella, mycobacterial infections, and fungal diseases.
  
  
• XIPERE is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to triamcinolone acetonide or any other components of this product.
  
  
• Use of corticosteroids may produce cataracts, increased intraocular pressure, and glaucoma. Use of corticosteroids may enhance the establishment of secondary ocular infections due to bacteria, fungi, or viruses, and should be used cautiously in patients with a history of ocular herpes simplex.
  
  
• Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis suppression, Cushing’s syndrome, and hyperglycemia can occur following administration of a corticosteroid. Monitor patients for these conditions with chronic use.
  
  
• In controlled studies, the most common ocular adverse reactions were increased ocular pressure, non-acute (14%), eye pain, non-acute (12%), cataract (7%), increased intraocular pressure, acute (6%), vitreous detachment (5%), injection site pain (4%), conjunctival hemorrhage (4%), visual acuity reduced (4%), dry eye (3%), eye pain, acute (3%), photophobia (3%), and vitreous floaters (3%), and in 2% of patients: uveitis, conjunctival hyperaemia, punctate keratitis, conjunctival oedema, meibomianitis, anterior capsule contraction, chalazion, eye irritation, eye pruritus, eyelid ptosis, photopsia, and vision blurred.
  

The most common non-ocular adverse event was headache (5%).

Corticosteroids should be used during pregnancy or nursing only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus or nursing infant.

To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Bausch + Lomb at 1-800-321-4576 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or visit www.fda.gov/medwatch.

Please click here for full Prescribing Information.

About Bausch + Lomb
Bausch + Lomb is dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the world – from the moment of birth through every phase of life. Its comprehensive portfolio of more than 400 products includes contact lenses, lens care products, eye care products, ophthalmic pharmaceuticals, over-the-counter products and ophthalmic surgical devices and instruments. Founded in 1853, Bausch + Lomb has a significant global research and development, manufacturing and commercial footprint with approximately 13,000 employees and a presence in nearly 100 countries. Bausch + Lomb is headquartered in Vaughan, Ontario with corporate offices in Bridgewater, New Jersey. For more information, visit www.bausch.com and connect with us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.

Forward-looking Statements
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XIPERE^® is a trademark of Clearside Biomedical, Inc. used under license.
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FAQ

What were the highlights of Bausch + Lomb's presentations at ARVO 2023?

Bausch + Lomb presented eight posters, including findings from the KALAHARI safety study of NOV03 and data on XIPERE for uveitic macular edema.

What is the significance of the KALAHARI study for NOV03?

The KALAHARI study results support the safety of NOV03 (perfluorohexyloctane) for treating dry eye disease associated with meibomian gland dysfunction.

How does the early adoption of XIPERE impact Bausch + Lomb?

Early adoption of XIPERE for suprachoroidal use may enhance its market presence and improve treatment options for patients with macular edema.

What is XIPERE indicated for?

XIPERE (triamcinolone acetonide injectable suspension) is indicated for the treatment of macular edema associated with uveitis.