Patents Represented by Attorney, Agent or Law Firm William J. Winter
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Patent number: 7026298Abstract: The present invention is directed to a zinc supplemented ORS and its use in the treatment of diarrhea.Type: GrantFiled: June 4, 2001Date of Patent: April 11, 2006Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Kenneth M. Phillips, Amy L. Marchio, Paul F. Pollack
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Patent number: 6906038Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for alleviating mucositis, sassociated with radiation and chemotherapy, via the administration of an oral rehydration solution.Type: GrantFiled: May 21, 2002Date of Patent: June 14, 2005Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventor: Terrence B. Mazer
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Patent number: 6849268Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for increasing the bone mineralization of a human, and more preferably an infant or toddler. The method comprises administering to said human a source of calcium and a fat blend that is low in palmitic acid. The enhanced mineralization results in the production of a higher peak bone mass and correspondingly lowers the incidence of osteoporosis.Type: GrantFiled: August 12, 2003Date of Patent: February 1, 2005Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: John B. Lasekan, Marc L. Masor, Michael B. Montalto, John D. Benson
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Patent number: 6810716Abstract: Disclosed is a test container for the release and containment of headspace gases from pouches comprises a housing sealed with a lid and a pouch opening device. Determination of the concentration of a particular gas component is conducted by analyzing a background sample of gas within the test container prior to opening the pouch within the sealed test container. An equilibrated mixture of background and pouch headspace gas is analyzed and compared to results of background gas analysis.Type: GrantFiled: June 19, 2003Date of Patent: November 2, 2004Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventor: Norman R. White
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Patent number: 6811801Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, it has been discovered that the addition of lutein compounds to thermally processed nutritionals brightens the nutritional resulting in a more appealing color. Thermally processed liquid and powder nutritionals typically present brown and gray hues in the final color, which negatively impact the overall appeal of the nutritional. The inventors have discovered that the lutein compounds eliminate the gray and brown hues without imparting the relatively strong yellow color typically associated with lutein compounds. Additionally, the nutritionals possess long term color stability.Type: GrantFiled: December 12, 2001Date of Patent: November 2, 2004Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Minhthy Le Nguyen, Bruce B. Blidner, Kent L. Cipollo
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Patent number: 6811804Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a thin texture, ready-to-drink, shelf-stable refreshing juice/soy beverage. Other aspects of this invention relate to methods of providing phytochemicals from soy, fruit and vegetable juices to a health conscious population.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2002Date of Patent: November 2, 2004Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Gaurav C. Patel, Kent L. Cipollo, Deborah C. Strozier
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Patent number: 6620427Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for increasing the bone mineralization of a human, and more preferably an infant or toddler. The method comprises administering to said human a source of calcium and a fat blend that is low in palmitic acid. The enhanced mineralization results in the production of a higher peak bone mass and correspondingly lowers the incidence of osteoporosis.Type: GrantFiled: June 8, 2001Date of Patent: September 16, 2003Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: John B. Lasekan, Marc L. Masor, Michael B. Montalto, John D. Benson
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Patent number: 6596767Abstract: The invention is directed to an improved infant formula containing a lipid blend that softens the firmer stools associated with typical infant formula. A specific formula in accordance with the invention comprises carbohydrates, proteins, vitamins and minerals and a lipid mixture of high oleic safflower oil, soy oil and coconut oil at specific levels and ratios. The invention also discloses novel mixtures of fatty acids that provides infant stool patterns more closely resembling the breast-fed infant.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2001Date of Patent: July 22, 2003Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Marc L. Masor, Debra L. Ponder, John D. Benson, Gary E. Katz
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Patent number: 6596302Abstract: Methods for providing nutrition and for enhancing neurological development of preterm infants are disclosed. Also disclosed is an improved nutritional composition containing specified amounts of DHA and AA as well as their precursor essential fatty acids alpha-linolenic and linoleic acids. The methods involve feeding LCP supplemented, nutrient-enriched formulas for an extended feeding regimen, typically until at least 3 months corrected age (CA), preferably to 6 or even 12 months CA. The neurological developments, for example, visual development, motor development and language development were enhanced without findings of anthropometric growth faltering or inhibition.Type: GrantFiled: March 30, 2001Date of Patent: July 22, 2003Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Deborah L. O'Connor, Nancy Auestad, Kathleen Fitzgerald-Gustafson, Robin Halter, Jeri Janowsky, Russell J. Merritt, Martha Neuringer, Lynn T. Singer
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Patent number: 6589576Abstract: The present invention provides an improved pediatric formula and methods for providing nutrition to and enhancing tolerance in pediatric patients. The formula may be provided in powder, concentrate or ready-to-feed forms. The pediatric formula comprises, based on a 100 kcal basis, about 8 to about 16 grams carbohydrate (preferably about 9.4 to about 12.3 grams), about 3 to about 6 grams lipid (preferably about 4.7 to about 5.6 grams), about 1.8 to about 3.3 grams protein (preferably about 2.4 to about 3.3 grams), and a tolerance improver comprising a sufficient quantity for xanthum gum to produce a viscosity of no greater than about 200 centipoise at a pH of 4.0, or less. The formula may also be provided in a powder. The formula preferably further comprises vitamins and minerals and may further comprise a stabilizer. The methods comprise administering to a pediatric patient an effective amount of a pediatric formula according to the invention, as described above.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2001Date of Patent: July 8, 2003Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Marlene W. Borschel, Steven T. Luebbers, Cynthia J. Black, Timothy Costigan, Daniel L. McKamy
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Patent number: 6403072Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant and deodorant compositions that comprise from about 0.1% to about 30% by weight of an antiperspirant or deodorant active; from about 0.1% to about 20% by weight of a water-soluble, skin active solid (e.g., solid, water-soluble vitamins or other nutrients) other than the antiperspirant or deodorant active; from about 0.1% to about 40% by weight of a suspending agent; from about 0.1% to about 2.0% by weight of glycerin; and from about 10% to about 99% by weight of an anhydrous carrier liquid other than glycerin. The anhydrous compositions have lower visible residue on the applied areas of the skin even though they also contain relatively high residue solids in the form of water-soluble skin active solids other than and in addition to the antiperspirant and deodorant active. The compositions also provide for a dry, silky feeling during or after application.Type: GrantFiled: April 27, 2001Date of Patent: June 11, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Timothy Alan Scavone, Benjamin Scott Schlagheck, Kelly Lynn Cassiere
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Patent number: 6403071Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant and deodorant compositions comprising from about 0.1% to about 30% by weight of an underarm active (antiperspirant and/or deodorant active); from about 0.01% to about 10% by weight of a solid, water-soluble, d-pantothenate salt such as calcium pantothenate; from about 0.1% to about 40% by weight of a suspending agent; and from about 10% to about 99% by weight of an anhydrous carrier liquid. Also disclosed are methods of controlling perspiration wetness and/or odor through the topical application to the underarm, especially shaven underarms, of an underarm active and a solid pantothenate salt. The anhydrous compositions are mild to the skin and can help sooth or heal skin irritated or damaged underarm skin, especially when such irritation and damage is the result of occasional or routine shaving of the underarm.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2001Date of Patent: June 11, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Timothy Alan Scavone, Benjamin Scott Schlagheck
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Patent number: 6399049Abstract: Disclosed are antiperspirant compositions which comprise from about 0.1% to about 50% by weight of solubilized antiperspirant active (e.g., aluminum containing materials or aluminum-zirconium containing materials), and from about 0.1% to about 99.9% by weight of a liquid polyol having at least 2 hydroxyl groups, liquid polyol having adjacent hydroxy-substituted carbon atoms at the &agr; and &bgr; positions of the liquid polyol but not more than 4 adjacent hydroxy-substituted carbon atoms in the liquid polyol, wherein the liquid polyol conforms to the formula: wherein R is an amide, ester, alkyl, ether or silicone and contains at least 3 adjacent atoms selected from the group consisting of carbon, non-hydroxy oxygen, nitrogen, silicone and combinations thereof, and wherein the liquid polyol has a C log P value of from about −4.0 to about 2.0. These antiperspirant compositions and corresponding methods of application provide improved antiperspirant efficacy, cosmetics, and mildness.Type: GrantFiled: March 29, 2000Date of Patent: June 4, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: David Frederick Swaile, Curtis Bobby Motley, Jennifer Elaine Hilvert, Fred Joseph Hayes
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Patent number: 6383476Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant and deodorant compositions that comprise from about 0.1% to about 30% by weight of an antiperspirant or deodorant active; from about 0.1% to about 20% by weight of a water-soluble, skin active solid (e.g., solid, water-soluble vitamins or other nutrients) other than the antiperspirant or deodorant active; from about 0.1% to about 40% by weight of a suspending agent; and from about 10% to about 99% by weight of an anhydrous carrier liquid, wherein the composition is substantially free of nonvolatile organic liquids having a C log P value greater than about 7.0. The anhydrous compositions allow the water-soluble skin active solids to release into the sweat or other moisture on the skin more rapidly or to a greater extent, thus enhancing any skin active effect resulting from such active materials contacting the skin, especially the underarm area of skin.Type: GrantFiled: March 5, 2001Date of Patent: May 7, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Timothy Alan Scavone, Benjamin Scott Schlagheck
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Patent number: 6352688Abstract: Disclosed are anhydrous antiperspirant sticks that comprise from about 0.5% to about 60% by weight of particulate antiperspirant active; from about 16% to about 50% by weight of a solid suspending agent; from about 10% to about 80% by weight of a volatile silicone; and from about 1% to about 35% by weight of a non volatile silicone, wherein the sticks are preferably substantially free of nonvolatile organic liquids having a C log P value greater than 5.5, and have a product hardness of at least about 600 gram·force. The sticks are further characterized by defined low residue and/or high antiperspirant efficacy measures. These compositions contain relatively high solid suspending agent concentrations of at least 16% by weight and still provide low residue performance and high antiperspirant efficacy.Type: GrantFiled: August 29, 2000Date of Patent: March 5, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Timothy Alan Scavone, James David Landgrebe, Eric David Dodson
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Patent number: 6344218Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous compositions comprising an odor controlling agent and select sanitizing agents for deodorizing and sanitizing skin surfaces. Articles of manufacture and methods of deodorizing and sanitizing the skin using disclosed compositions are also disclosed.Type: GrantFiled: May 27, 1999Date of Patent: February 5, 2002Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Michael Thomas Dodd, Karl Shiqing Wei, Toan Trinh, Mark Richard Sine, Robert Gregory Bartolo, David Andrew Jakubovic
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Patent number: 6312678Abstract: Rinse-off liquid personal cleansing compositions comprise from about 1% to about 60% by weight of a water-soluble surfactant, and 0.5% or greater of a water-soluble oil selected from type (b) having the following formula: wherein R1 is H or C1-C4 alkyl, R4 is C1-C4alkyl, R2 is H or C1-C4 alkyl or C2-C4 alkenyl, and R3 is H or C1-C4 alkyl or C2-C4 alkenyl, n is an integer from 0 to 3 and m is an integer of from 1 to 1000, the water-insoluble oil having a number average molecular weight of from about 600 to 1000.Type: GrantFiled: March 17, 2000Date of Patent: November 6, 2001Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Russell Philip Elliott, Nicola Jacqueline Phipps
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Patent number: 6303119Abstract: The present invention relates to personal care compositions comprising a water insoluble substrate, a plurality of Protease G enzymes, and a binding means, permanently attaching each of the enzymes to the substrate wherein the personal care compositions comprise from about 0.01 &mgr;g/cm2 to about 1000 &mgr;g/cm2 of the enzyme on the substrate.Type: GrantFiled: September 22, 1999Date of Patent: October 16, 2001Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: David John Weisgerber, Andrew Campbell Allcock
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Patent number: 6287577Abstract: The present invention relates to a leave-on antimicrobial composition comprising from about 0.001% to about 5% of an antimicrobial active; from about 0.05% to about 10% of an anionic surfactant; from about 0.1% to about 10% of a proton donating agent; and from about 0% to about 99.85% of water; wherein the composition is adjusted to a pH of from about 3.0 to about 6.0; wherein the leave-on antimicrobial composition has a Gram Positive Residual Effectiveness Index of greater than about 0.5; and wherein the leave-on antimicrobial composition has a Mildness Index of greater than 0.3. The invention also encompasses methods for cleansing skin and providing residual effectiveness versus Gram positive bacteria using these products.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 1997Date of Patent: September 11, 2001Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Peter William Beerse, Jeffrey Michael Morgan, Kathleen Grieshop Baier, Theresa Anne Bakken, Wei Cen, Mannie Lee Clapp, Raphael Warren
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Patent number: 6287583Abstract: The preset invention relates to personal care compositions comprising from about 0.5% to about 80% of a surfactant, from about 0.1% to about 12% of a polymeric acid; and from about 3% to about 98.899% of water, wherein the composition is adjusted to a pH of from about 3.0 to about 6.0.Type: GrantFiled: November 12, 1997Date of Patent: September 11, 2001Assignee: The Procter & Gamble CompanyInventors: Raphael Warren, Mannie Lee Clapp