Under the corporate philosophy
of 'Otsuka - people creating new products
for better health worldwide,' Otsuka Pharmaceutical
Co., Ltd. is engaged in the production and
sale of innovative, creative pharmaceuticals,
nutritional products, and cosmetics, aiming
to be a global value-creating company that
contributes to the health and wellness of
people worldwide.
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Combines
excellent coronary stent system and an effective
anti-restenosis agent to improve coronary
luminal diameter in patients with symptomatic
heart disease.
The Firebird coating structure:
Base coating:
Polymer only, which adheres to both drug
layer and steel,to
make sure the drug can
be attached to the stent during
delivery and dilation course.
Drug layer:
Composed of drug (rapamycin)
and polymer.
Top coating:
Polymer only, which controls
the release rate
of repamycin.
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The Firebird
Coronary Stent System:
• The delivery system utilizes FANTAX
Plus Balloon material to provide superior trackability
and crossability.
• Compliment of excellent pushability
and trackability.
• Low compliance at high pressure range
to provide uniform stent deployment and prevent
risk of vessel injury.
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Configuration of Firebird
Coating
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| Significant
anti-restenosis effect |
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30
days post DES Implantation, vessel keep open |
30 days
post DES Implantation, the endothelization
complete |
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