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| Network | 2309301 - Disclosure - Intangible Assets (Tables) (http://www.alimerasciences.com/role/IntangibleAssetsTables) |
| Table | (Implied) |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0001267602 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
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Schedule of Intangible Assets Future Amortization Expense | The estimated remaining amortization as of December 31, 2016 is as follows (in thousands):
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