Patents Examined by Mark V Stevens
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Patent number: 12041931Abstract: The present disclosure relates the polymer compositions, fibers, and yarns having near-permanent antimicrobial activity, and a method of producing the same. In one embodiment, the antimicrobial polymer composition from 50 wt % to 99.9 wt % of a polymer, from 5 wppm to 1000 wppm of zinc, and from 0.005 wt % to 1 wt % of phosphorus, wherein fibers formed from the polymer composition demonstrate a zinc retention rate of greater than 20% when tested in a dye bath test.Type: GrantFiled: October 29, 2021Date of Patent: July 23, 2024Assignee: Ascend Performance Materials Operations LLCInventors: Scott E Osborn, Wai-shing Yung
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Patent number: 12036296Abstract: A method of reducing the appearance of hyperpigmented skin is disclosed. The method can include topically applying to hyperpigmented skin a composition comprising an aqueous and/or glycerin extract of Rhododendron ferrugineum leaf to reduce melanocyte pigmentation in the skin.Type: GrantFiled: August 10, 2022Date of Patent: July 16, 2024Assignee: MARY KAY INC.Inventor: David Gan
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Patent number: 12036237Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel pharmaceutical use of bromide, i.e. the treatment of autism spectral disorder (ASD).Type: GrantFiled: April 20, 2023Date of Patent: July 16, 2024Assignees: INSERM (INSTITUT NATIONAL DE LA SANTE ET DE LA RECHERCHE MEDICALE), INSTITUT NATIONAL DE RECHERCHE POUR L'AGRICULTURE, L'ALIMENTATION ET L'ENVIRONNEMENT, CNRS, CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE, UNIVERSITE DE STRASBOURGInventors: Sébastien Roux, Thierry Plouvier, Julie Le Merrer, Jérôme Becker
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Patent number: 12036300Abstract: A method for managing skin tone comprising reducing the synthesis of melanin by applying a skin treatment composition to skin. The skin treatment composition may include about 0.1 to about 25 wt. % of acetyl trifluoromethylphenyl valylglycine; about 0.5 to about 30 wt. % of a polyol; about 0.1 to about 30 wt. % of a silicone, fatty compound, or a mixtures thereof, wherein the skin treatment composition is an emulsion, and all weight percentages are based on the total weight of the skin treatment composition.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 2021Date of Patent: July 16, 2024Assignee: L'OREALInventors: I-Chien Liao, Patricia Brieva, Franck Juchaux, Charbel Bouez, Qian Zheng, Kun Qian
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Patent number: 12029801Abstract: The present invention relates to a multilayer UV filter particle, comprising: an odd number of alternating layers of high and low refractive index materials, wherein each layer has a refractive index that differs from that of adjacent layers by at least 0.2, the total number of layers is at least 9, and the particle does not contain a substrate. The particle according to the present invention can have a good UV filtering effect.Type: GrantFiled: May 7, 2020Date of Patent: July 9, 2024Assignee: L'OREALInventors: Jun Sasai, Toshifumi Shiroya
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Patent number: 12029811Abstract: The present invention relates to a topical formulation intended to be used for the treatment of androgenic or androgenetic baldness is men and women, with reduced side effects, especially with fewer collateral effects in the female population. The topical formulation comprises 0.01% to 10% by weight of Finasteride and a concentration of 1% to 5% by weight of Minoxidil in its free form or in an inert porous polymer. The combination of Finasteride and Minoxidil provides a synergistic effect against baldness. The formulation also comprises 0.15% by weight of retinol and is suitable for being applied to the scalp of the patient that requires it.Type: GrantFiled: January 31, 2019Date of Patent: July 9, 2024Assignee: CENTRO INTERNACIONAL DE COSMIATRÍA, S.A.P.I. DE C.V.Inventor: Sergio Nacht
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Patent number: 12023397Abstract: Disclosed herein is a scalp protection composition that includes a carboxylate compound, an emulsifier, and water. The carboxylate compound is represented by formula (I): In formula (I), R1 represents a C4-C8 alkyl group, and R2 represents a C10-C26 alkyl group.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 2022Date of Patent: July 2, 2024Assignee: PATECH FINE CHEMICALS CO., LTD.Inventors: Hou-Kuang Shih, Jung-Tsung Hung, Hsu-Hua Tang, Yu-Kai Chen, An-Hung Liang, Jeng-Shiang Tsaih
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Patent number: 12016943Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the field of perfumery and more precisely it concerns a deodorant or an antiperspirant composition comprising a ?-thio carbonyl profragrance. The use of the composition to reduce body odour and a dispensing container comprising the composition are also objects of the disclosure.Type: GrantFiled: August 25, 2017Date of Patent: June 25, 2024Assignee: FIRMENICH SAInventors: Arnaud Struillou, Daniel Reichlin
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Patent number: 12017030Abstract: A hydrogen-enhanced drug delivery system for hydrogen-assisted transdermal delivery of a therapeutic agent is provided. The system includes a hydrogen-generating compartment comprising at least one dry chemical. Addition of an activator, such as a liquid composition, from within or outside of the system, causes the dry chemical(s) to generate molecular hydrogen (H2) within the system. The molecular hydrogen passes through a skin-contacting surface of the system, which is permeable to hydrogen and not permeable to the dry chemical(s) and the liquid composition, and enhances the release of the therapeutic agent from the system as H2 is delivered to the subject's body. The H2 can also enhance the therapeutic effect of the therapeutic agent.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 2020Date of Patent: June 25, 2024Assignee: H2 Universe, LLCInventors: Marina Yu. Safonov, Christian S. Yorgure, Vladimir L. Safonov
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Patent number: 12005091Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for maintaining or improving gastrointestinal condition, which includes: administering a lactic acid bacterial composition to a subject in need thereof, wherein the lactic acid bacterial composition comprises: a Lactobacillus paracasei ET-66 strain with a deposition number CGMCC 13514. The present invention also discloses a method for maintaining or improving gastrointestinal condition, which includes: administering a lactic acid bacterial fermentation composition to a subject in need thereof, wherein the lactic acid bacterial fermentation composition comprises: a fermentation product of a Lactobacillus paracasei ET-66 strain.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 2022Date of Patent: June 11, 2024Assignee: GLAC BIOTECH CO., LTDInventors: Hsieh-Hsun Ho, Wen-Yang Lin, Jui-Fen Chen, Yi-Wei Kuo, Jia-Hung Lin, Chi-Huei Lin, Ching-Wei Chen, Yu-Fen Huang
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Patent number: 12005041Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical formulation comprising misoprostol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. In particular, the invention relates to a dispersible tablet comprising misoprostol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, providing alternative routes of administration. The tablet is particularly suited for cervical ripening, induction of labor, prevention and/or treatment of postpartum or post-abortion hemorrhage.Type: GrantFiled: July 11, 2022Date of Patent: June 11, 2024Assignee: Azanta Danmark A/SInventors: Selvaraj Sekar, Elumalai Baskar, Arunachalam Malaiarasan, Venugopal Prabhakaran
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Patent number: 11998564Abstract: The present invention is a cardioplegic solution that demonstrates better stability in pH, particulate matter formation and osmolality but at the same time demonstrates superior ability to preserve heart functions than currently available cardioplegic solutions. The cardioplegic solution comprises potassium (K+), magnesium (Mg2+), sodium (Na+), chloride (Cl?), gluconate, acetate, sulfate (SO42?), THAM and mannitol dissolved in water.Type: GrantFiled: December 14, 2018Date of Patent: June 4, 2024Assignee: National Taiwan UniversityInventors: Yih-Sharng Chen, Li-Jiuan Shen, Mei-Hsin Lin, Heng-Wen Chou
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Patent number: 11998659Abstract: To provide a bioimplant capable of controlling a rate of an antibacterial agent and an antibiotic to be eluted from the coating film. An evanescent coating film made of a calcium phosphate-based material having crystallinity of 10% to 90% is formed at a predetermined area of the bioimplant and an antibacterial agent or an antibiotic is contained in the coating film to suppress adhesion of bacteria.Type: GrantFiled: February 16, 2022Date of Patent: June 4, 2024Assignee: KYOCERA CORPORATIONInventors: Takao Hotokebuchi, Iwao Noda
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Patent number: 11992468Abstract: Disclosed herein are immediate release oral dosage forms that contain abuse-deterrent and abuse-resistant features. In particular, the disclosed dosage forms can provide deterrence of abuse by ingestion of multiple individual doses. The disclosed dosage forms can likewise provide protection from overdose in the event of accidental or intentional ingestion of multiple individual doses. The dosage forms may also exhibit abuse resistant properties when physically manipulated, and also when physically manipulated and then administered in a manner not consistent with oral dosing. The dosage forms may also exhibit abuse resistant properties when administered in a manner intended to result in administration of the esketamine in a higher than therapeutic dose.Type: GrantFiled: March 15, 2023Date of Patent: May 28, 2024Assignee: CLEXIO BIOSCIENCES LTD.Inventors: Derek Moe, Randal Seburg, Sagar Rane
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Patent number: 11992544Abstract: The present invention relates to topical compositions comprising at least one liquid UV-filter and a nano-sized 1,4-di(benzoxazol-2?-yl)benzene.Type: GrantFiled: March 19, 2019Date of Patent: May 28, 2024Assignee: DSM IP ASSETS B.V.Inventors: Christine Mendrok-Edinger, Alexander Schlifke-Poschalko
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Patent number: 11969399Abstract: The present invention relates to chemical and biological warfare agent decontaminating compositions and methods for using the same to decontaminate animal skin and wounds thereon exposed to the agents. The compositions may comprise a peracid, a hydroperoxide, and a peroxyacid.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 2023Date of Patent: April 30, 2024Assignee: Armis Biopharma, Inc.Inventors: Scott Noblitt, Edwin D. Neas
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Patent number: 11963761Abstract: A sensor (e.g., an optical sensor) that may be implanted within a living animal (e.g., a human) and may be used to measure an analyte (e.g., glucose or oxygen) in a medium (e.g., interstitial fluid, blood, or intraperitoneal fluid) within the animal. The sensor may include a sensor housing, an analyte indicator covering at least a portion of the sensor housing, and one or more compounds having metal chelating moieties that reduce degradation of the analyte indicator.Type: GrantFiled: May 15, 2020Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Assignee: Senseonics, IncorporatedInventor: Joon Chatterjee
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Patent number: 11957710Abstract: Wound-care composition and method of use. The composition comprises: a substrate; potassium alum; and urea. The potassium alum makes up 10.27 wt. % of the composition within a tolerance of +/- 50%; and the urea makes up 0.12 wt. % of the composition within a tolerance of +/- 50%. The method comprises applying the composition to a wound on a non-human animal.Type: GrantFiled: April 6, 2022Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Inventors: Mary Crawford, Jonathon Crawford
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Patent number: 11957783Abstract: A method is presented for treating viral and fungal infections by applying a topical immunosensitizer to the skin of a person infected with a virus or fungus and in need of treatment for the viral or fungal infection. Methods of improving anti-viral and anti-fungal immunity are also presented, and methods of increasing PBMC interferon gamma expression in response to a viral or fungal immune stimulus.Type: GrantFiled: March 8, 2021Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Assignee: Squarex Pharmaceutical CorporationInventors: Hugh McTavish, Thomas Dag Horn
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Patent number: 11957712Abstract: An application of a hydrogel in the preparation of products for the treatment of bacterial infection is disclosed. Ferrous ion was used in the antibacterial activity test of Staphylococcus aureus and showed a strong bactericidal effect, which the survival rate of Staphylococcus aureus is less than 0.001%, as well as the survival rate of methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) was less than 0.01%. Ferrous ion hydrogel was used for the treatment of keratitis and skin wound infection. Ferrous ion hydrogel for the treatment of keratitis and skin wound infection, which can significantly reduce the risk of pulmonary MRSA infection, prevented the dissimilation of MRSA to the lung, and alleviated systemic inflammation in the body in a timely and effective manner, revealing the therapeutic potential of ferrous compounds for treatment of Staphylococcus aureus infections, including MRSA.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2023Date of Patent: April 16, 2024Assignee: SHAANXI UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGYInventors: Liangbin Hu, Haizhen Mo, Xiaohui Zhou, Hongbo Li, Dan Xu, Zhenbin Liu, Zhen Wang