Patents Represented by Attorney David K. Dabbiere
  • Patent number: 5560905
    Abstract: Oral compositions, such as oral gels, toothpastes and mouthwashes, containing a tartaric acid chelating agent and a hydrophobic anionic surfactant.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1996
    Assignee: The Proctor & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Michael F. Lukacovic
  • Patent number: 5560913
    Abstract: The present invention relates to orally ingestible, pharmaceutical compositions containing at least one pharmaceutical active and a taste masking component.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Philip L. Kupper
  • Patent number: 5560921
    Abstract: The present invention relates to immediate release compositions comprising a pre-complex comprising a polymeric polycarboxylate and an aminophenylalkanol vasoconstrictor in a solid chewable matrix of pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier ingredients wherein the aminophenylalkanol vasoconstrictor and polymeric polycarboxylate are in a weight ratio of from about 5:1 to about 1:10 and wherein the pre-complex is dissociable at a pH of from about 4.5 to about 6.8, releasing the aminophenylalkanol vasoconstrictor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 28, 1995
    Date of Patent: October 1, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Nalinkant C. Damani, Rita Vienhues
  • Patent number: 5549888
    Abstract: An aqueous topical composition with low pH comprising an acidic anti-acne agent and a water soluble glycol ether. The composition is useful for exfoliation and prevention or treatment of acne. In one preferred embodiment of the present invention, the composition further comprises a nonionic surfactant and a silicone copolymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 31, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 27, 1996
    Assignee: Procter & Gamble
    Inventor: Ananthanarayan Venkateswaran
  • Patent number: 5547659
    Abstract: Disclosed are improved topical compositions having improved efficiency such as improved sunscreen effectiveness for protecting the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet irradiation, such as sunburn and sun-induced premature aging of the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 7, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 20, 1996
    Assignee: Richardson-Vicks Inc.
    Inventors: Marie A. Rinaldi, Larry R. Robinson
  • Patent number: 5545407
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for treating acne and other skin lesions and also to methods of treatment utilizing these compositions. These compositions and methods of treatment employ benzoyl peroxide, a compound for reducing the skin irritation associated therewith, and a topical carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 1, 1995
    Date of Patent: August 13, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Bonnie J. Hall, Julie A. Baur, George E. Deckner
  • Patent number: 5527530
    Abstract: The present invention is for an alcoholic moisturizing after shave lotion having reduced stinging and burning upon application. Said lotion contains a combination of an anti-inflamatory agent and a moisturizing emollient within specified ratios to one another for elimination of stinging and burning when applying said lotion to the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 1994
    Date of Patent: June 18, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Mason S. Simmons, Louis S. Lisboa, Elizabeth A. Ferguson
  • Patent number: 5516508
    Abstract: Disclosed are improved topical compositions having improved efficiency such as improved sunscreen effectiveness for protecting the skin from the harmful effects of ultraviolet irradiation, such as sunburn and sun-induced premature aging of the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 14, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Lauren A. Thaman, George E. Deckner, John P. Sottery
  • Patent number: 5514437
    Abstract: The present invention relates to artificial tanning compositions having improved stability. These compositions comprise dihydroxyacetone, a salt selected from the group consisting of metabisulfite salts, sulfite salts, hydrogen sulfite salts, and mixtures thereof. These compositions are useful for imparting an artificial tan to human skin. In further embodiments, these compositions also comprise a sunscreen agent and are also useful for providing protection from the harmful effects of ultraviolet radiation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 1994
    Date of Patent: May 7, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Paul R. Tanner, Larry R. Robinson
  • Patent number: 5510389
    Abstract: Improved concentrated liquid pharmaceutical compositions containing acetaminophen wherein said acetaminophen is formed by adding a Beckman rearrangement catalyst to 4-hydroxyacetophenone oxime.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 1994
    Date of Patent: April 23, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Dadi J. Dhabhar
  • Patent number: 5496539
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions such as toothpastes, mouth-rinses, liquid dentifrices, lozenges and gums containing copper bis-glycinate.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 11, 1994
    Date of Patent: March 5, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Michael J. Mobley, Michael F. Lukacovic, Peter A. Padolik, Gregory Berry
  • Patent number: 5494533
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for personal cleansing with rinse-off compositions comprising certain foam enhancing polymers in an aqueous solvent system. These compositions, when delivered from an aerosol or non-aerosol system, produce aesthetically preferred foam in copious amounts.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 1994
    Date of Patent: February 27, 1996
    Assignee: Richardson-Vicks, Inc.
    Inventors: Frederick W. Woodin, Jr., George E. Deckner
  • Patent number: 5484606
    Abstract: A process for reducing precipitation of difficultly soluble pharmaceutical active in a mixture of polyethylene glycol, polyvinylpyrrolidone and propylene glycol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 24, 1994
    Date of Patent: January 16, 1996
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Dadi J. Dhabhar
  • Patent number: 5474761
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions which are effective against plaque and gingivitis and contain a noncationic water insoluble antibacterial agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 1994
    Date of Patent: December 12, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Nong Liang
  • Patent number: 5458879
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral pharmaceutical vehicle compositions comprising from about 0.05 to about 20% of a water-soluble mucoadhesive.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 30, 1994
    Date of Patent: October 17, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Nikhilesh N. Singh, Anne M. Carella, Ronald L. Smith
  • Patent number: 5451404
    Abstract: The present invention relates to coolant compositions comprising a ketal and a secondary coolant which may be menthol, carboxamides or mixtures thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 28, 1993
    Date of Patent: September 19, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Deanna K. Furman
  • Patent number: 5445814
    Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions which are effective against plaque and gingivitis and contain a noncationic water insoluble antibacterial agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 29, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 29, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventor: Nong Liang
  • Patent number: 5439682
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which provide both a skin cleansing and skin moisturizing benefit from the same product. These compositions provide improved lathering and cleansing characteristics, are extremely mild to the skin, and deliver a moisturizing agent to the skin. These compositions comprise at least one anionic surfactant, a dispersed, insoluble oil phase, at least one additional surfactant, an optional suspending agent, and water. This invention also relates to methods for providing combined cleansing and moisturization, and to methods for delivering these compositions as a foam.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 1993
    Date of Patent: August 8, 1995
    Assignee: Richardson-Vicks Inc.
    Inventors: Susan C. Wivell, George E. Deckner
  • Patent number: 5437856
    Abstract: Oral compositions, such as oral gels, toothpastes and mouthwashes, containing an enzyme, a surfactant, a chelating agent, a fluoride ion source and wherein the pH of the composition is from about 4.0 to about below 6.0.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1994
    Date of Patent: August 1, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Michael F. Lukacovic, Satyanarayana Majeti
  • Patent number: 5431903
    Abstract: Oral compositions, such as oral gels, toothpastes and mouthwashes, containing an enzyme, a surfactant, a chelating agent and a fluoride ion source.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 3, 1994
    Date of Patent: July 11, 1995
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Satyanarayana Majeti, Michael F. Lukacovic