Abstract: An oil-in-water-in-silicone fluid (o/w/s) emulsion composition comprising (a) a silicone fluid continuous phase, (b) an aqueous discontinuous phase comprising an oil-in-water (o/w) emulsion, and (c) an effective dispersing amount of dimethicone copolyol for dispersing (b) in (a).

Abstract: Oral compositions such as toothpastes, mouthwashes, lozenges and chewing gum containing an antimicrobial agent which is effective against plaque/gingivitis and mouth odor ar disclosed.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions suitable for oral administration comprising: (a) pharmaceutically-acceptable bismuth-containing agents such as bismuth subsalicylate; (b) pharmaceutically-acceptable non-ionic cellulose ether polymers such as methylcellulose; and (c) magnesium aluminum silicate. The ratio of bismuth to non-ionic cellulose ether polymer is greater than about 1.5:1. Compositions in the form of liquids containing water are preferred.This invention also relates to methods for treating or preventing disturbances of the gastrointestinal tract in humans or lower animals by orally administering a composition of the present invention.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral anesthetic pharmaceutical compositions comprising: (a) from about 0.02% to about 25% of a pharmaceutically acceptable acid salt of a .beta.-aminopropiophenone, such as dyclonine HCl; (b) from about 0.02% to about 20% of saccharin; and (c) from about 1% to about 99% of a pharmaceutically acceptable oral carrier. Also provided are methods for providing an anesthetic effect in humans or animals which comprises orally administering to said human or animal a safe and effective amount of these pharmaceutically compositions. Also provided is a novel process for the manufacture of anesthetic lozenges containing a .beta.-aminopropiophenone along with saccharin.

Abstract: Novel pharmaceutical compositions of matter are disclosed for use in eliciting a topical anesthetic and antimicrobial response, preferably for oral health care purposes, said compositions comprising dyclonine hydrochloride and phenol. When used in combination, dyclonine hydrochloride and phenol provide an improved antimicrobial response.

Abstract: Disclosed are selenium sulfide lotion shampoos containing a mixture of xanthan gum and magnesium aluminum silicate as a suspending system.

Abstract: Disclosed are wax based cosmetic stick compositions comprising: from about 10% to about 50% of a wax type solidifying agent; and from about 5% to about 90% of a polyalphaolefin. These compositions preferably comprise from about 1.0% to about 40% of an active component, such as a sunscreen agent, analgesic, moisturizing and antiperspirant or a deodorant active.

Abstract: Processes for sanitizing materials, especialy psyllium, using superheated steam maintained at a relatively constant low level of superheat. These processes are very effective for sanitizing materials, and can produce commercially sterile materials. Furthermore, these processes can be used to produce highly pure, commercially sterile psyllium having substantially intact cell structure.

Abstract: Hair care compositions which give both improved style retention and hair conditioning properties and easier processing. The compositions comprise from about 0.01% to about 10.0% of a filler reinforced silicone gum, from about 0.01% to about 10.0% of a silicone resin and a volatile carrier.

Abstract: An aerosol antiperspirant composition comprising:(a) from about 2% to about 10% of a hydrophobic liquid;(b) from about 20% to about 95% of a propellant;(c) from about 2% to about 30% of an enhanced efficacy metallic antiperspirant material, containing at least about 30% of a high efficacy metallic species (by weight of all metallic species in said antiperspirant material);(d) from about 0.1% to about 3.0% of a hydrophobically-treated clay suspension agent; and(e) from about 0.01% to about 0.2% of an activator.

Abstract: Hair care compositions which give both improved style retention and hair conditioning properties. The compositions comprise from about 0.01% to about 10% of a rigid silicone polymer and a volatile carrier.

Abstract: Methods for reducing calculus are disclosed utilizing oral compositions containing stannous ions complexed with certain carboxylic acids or polyhydric alcohols.

Abstract: Oral compositions, such as toothpastes, mouthwashes, lozenges and chewing gum, containing a chlorous acid liberating material, and an antidemineralization agent such as indium are disclosed.

Abstract: Novel antitussive and anesthesic liquid compositions of matter for oral use comprising an effective oral antitussive drug and phenol, and method of using same.

Abstract: Disclosed are medicated cleansing pads comprising:(a) from about 50% to about 75% of two or more layers of nonwoven fabric materials;(b) from about 20% to about 75% (on a dry solids basis) of a water soluble polymeric resin of the formula: ##STR1## wherein A is one or more monomers selected from styrene or styrene derivatives and B is one or more monomers selected from butadiene or butadiene derivatives, x is the number of different A monomer components present in the copolymer chain, with x being an integer of 1 or more and y is the number of B monomer components present in the copolymer chain, with y being an integer of 0 or more and m:n is the weight ratio of A monomer components to B monomer components, and is from about 10:1 to about 1:5; and(c) from about 0.1% to about 50.0% of a salicylic acid active composition.This invention also encompasses a method of treating acne in humans and lower animals comprising topically applying to the affected area the medicated pads of the present invention.

Abstract: Disclosed are medicated cleansing pads comprising: (a) from about 50% to about 75% of a nonwoven fabric material; (b) from about 20% to about 75% (on a dry solids basis) of a water soluble polymeric resin of the formula:(A.sub.x).sbsb.m (B.sub.y).sbsb.nwherein A is one or more monomers selected from styrene or styrene derivatives and B is one or more monomers selected from butadiene or butadiene derivatives, x is the number of different A monomer components present in the copolymer chain, with x being an integer of 1 or more and y is the number of B monomer components present in the copolymer chain, with y being an integer of 0 or more and m:n is the weight ratio of A monomer components to B monomer components, and is from about 10:1 to about 1:5, preferably from about 5:1 to about 1:2, and (c) from about 0.1% to about 50% of salicylic acid active composition.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral compositions containing particular pyrophosphate salts which provide an anticalculus benefit.

Abstract: Shampoos are disclosed which comprise a synthetic surfactant, selenium sulfide a suspending agent and water.

Abstract: Novel volatile silicon compounds are disclosed which are very suitable for use in cosmetic and household products.

Abstract: Antiperspirant cream compositions, comprising:(a) from about 5% to about 60% of a volatile silicone oil(b) from about 0.1% to about 60% of a non-volatile emollient having a viscosity of at least about 10 cs at 25.degree. C.;(c) from about 2% to about 10% of a particulate thickening material; and(d) from about 15% to about 45% of a particulate antiperspirant active material; and(e) from about 0.1% to about 10% of a particulate cellulose ether polymer,wherein the compositions have penetration force values of from about 150 grams to about 800 grams at 25.degree. C. and at 50% relative humidity. These compositions preferably contain a cosmetic powder material, at a level of from about 2% to about 20%. This invention also provides methods for making these compositions.