Biocompatible intraocular implants include an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor
agonist and a polymer associated with the alpha-2 adrenergic receptor
agonist to facilitate release of the alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist
into an eye for an extended period of time. The alpha-2 adrenergic
receptor agonist may be associated with a biodegradable polymer matrix,
such as a matrix of a two biodegradable polymers. The implants can be
placed in an eye to treat one or more ocular conditions, such as an
ocular vasculopathy or glaucoma, including reduction of an elevated
intraocular pressure.