Patents Examined by Michael Meller
  • Patent number: 9005679
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for treating and/or preventing the recurrence of a senile cataract, and/or for inhibiting the development of a senile cataract and/or an incipient senile cataract, in a human or animal subject. The invention further provides nutraceutical compositions suited for the same, derived from an extract of the plant Capraria biflora. The compositions comprise the extract in a therapeutically sufficient amount for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a senile cataract in a human and/or animal subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Assignee: Burrows Enterprises, LLC
    Inventor: Adria Burrows
  • Patent number: 8999402
    Abstract: The invention relates to a hypoallergenic dermatological composition comprising an extract of aerial part of cereal or pseudocereal, excluding the grains, for use in persons allergic to cereals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Pierre Fabre Dermo-Cosmetique
    Inventors: Anne Mandeau, Bernard Fabre, Valérie Teysseyre, Jean-François Boe, Véronique Crebassa Trigueros
  • Patent number: 8999406
    Abstract: A method of reducing the number of microorganisms entering the nose and proliferating in the nasal cavity including application of a solution of an antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal composition to the anterior vestibular region of the nares. The antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal solution includes ethyl alcohol as an active ingredient. Various embodiments may also include one or more of the following additional ingredients: orange oil, coconut oil; soy oil; emu oil; grapefruit seed extract; glycine soja; simmondsia chinensis (Jojoba); lauric acid; aloe vera; and a preservative, such as benzalkonium chloride and vitamin E.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Global Life Technologies Corp.
    Inventor: John A. Willimann
  • Patent number: 8999404
    Abstract: An extract and/or herbal fraction and pharmaceutical preparation include extract of Phaleria macrocarpa which for the purpose of this invention, is referred to as DLBS1449. The herbal extract according to the teaching of this invention is effectively applicable to inhibit the expression and activity of Cholesteryl Ester Transferase Protein (CETP), increase HDL cholesterol level, decrease LDL cholesterol level without raising blood pressure therefore it is further applicable in atherosclerosis therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Pt. Dexa Medica
    Inventors: Dwi Anggun Septiana Suciptan, Asep Aripin, Raymond R. Tjandrawinata
  • Patent number: 8999405
    Abstract: A smokeless tobacco substitute which includes a carrier and nicotine, wherein a plant-derived material has been steeped in hot water, and wherein a water-insoluble material is separated from the hot water and dried to form the carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Inventor: Stephen E. Bachman
  • Patent number: 8993009
    Abstract: The present invention is a system and method for creating and using algae as a food supplement for cattle and buffalo thereby providing a desirable food supplement for cattle and buffalo wherein the meat and fat produced has increased specific Omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids for a product, which imparts a healthier cardiovascular or healthier central nervous system.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Inventor: Donald M. Smith
  • Patent number: 8993008
    Abstract: The herbal composition for treating diabetes is a mixture of medicinal herbs, including gymnema (Gymnema sylvestre), bilberry (Vaccinium myrtillus), Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng), fenugreek (Trigonella foennum-graecum), marshmallow (Althaea officinalis), “true cinnamon” (also known as “Ceylon cinnamon” or “Sri Lanka cinnamon”) (Cinnamomum verum), bitter melon (also known as “bitter gourd”) (Momordica charantia), autumn crocus (also known as “meadow saffron”) (Colchicum autumnale), bay laurel (Laurus nobilis), colocynth (Citrullus colocynthis) and prickly pear (also known as “cactus pear”) (Opuntia ficus-indica). Preferably, the herbal components of the above composition are dried, ground and packaged in a teabag or the like, allowing the composition to be delivered to the patient as an aqueous extract, similar to a conventional herbal tea.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Assignee: UMM Al-Qura University
    Inventors: Bassam Hussain Mashat, Ahmed Mohamed Ihab
  • Patent number: 8986753
    Abstract: A beverage composition for weight loss is provided which includes cayenne pepper; a palate enhancing agent selected from the group consisting of fruits, herbs, vegetables and mixtures thereof, the agent including pulp of the fruits, the herbs, the vegetables or the mixtures thereof; a least two spices selected from the group consisting of black or white pepper, ginger, cinnamon, mustard seed and mixtures thereof; and water in an amount from 80 to 99% by weight of the composition; and wherein the composition has a total calorie content from 0 to 100 based on 100 gram of the composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 30, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Inventor: Matthew Watson
  • Patent number: 8986754
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition comprising extract of adlay bran, wherein the adlay bran extract comprises C1 to C7 alcohol extract of adlay bran (A) and carbon dioxide supercritical fluid extract of adlay bran (B). Preferably, the extract of adlay bran has effects in treating a skin and/or subcutaneous tissue disease and in lowering interleukin (IL)-1?, interleukin-1?, interleukin-6, tumor necrosis factor (TNF)-?, interleukin-8, prostaglandin-2 (PGE2) and/or C-Reactive Protein (CRP).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Joben Bio-Medical Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Huang-Chung Tseng, Giao-Zhi Huang, Tung-An Chia
  • Patent number: 8980334
    Abstract: Bioadhesive sticker tablets which are applied directly to vaginal, rectal and/or oral mucosa are described herein. In one embodiment, the sticker tablets are applied directly to ulcers or lesions in the oral cavity. The compositions adhere immediately upon administration, swell over time, and remain adherent to the ulcer or lesion for at least 60 minutes. The compositions can be in the form of single layer, double layer, or multilayer sticker tablets. The compositions provide immediate pain relief to the patient and promote rapid healing of the ulcer or lesion. The sticker tablet compositions contain one or more bioadhesive polymers. In one embodiment, the polymers are crosslinked polycarboxylic acids and polyols. The compositions contain at least one herbal agent and/or irritating compound, and optionally, a non-herbal active agent. The compositions can deliver an non-irritating effective dose of the agent for at least 60 minutes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: Axiomedic Ltd.
    Inventors: Abraham J. Domb, Joseph S. Wolnerman
  • Patent number: 8980339
    Abstract: Formulations for mammalian wellness including stimulating the growth and/or regrowth of mammalian hair are provided comprising colostrum and one or more of the following ingredients: lanolin, soap, such as castile soap, olive oil, chamomile oil, jojoba oil and vitamin E. Methods for the application of a formulation for stimulating the growth and/or regrowth of mammalian hair are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 15, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: Synertek Colostrum, Inc.
    Inventor: Thomas E. Higham
  • Patent number: 8974840
    Abstract: The present invention discloses a novel milk-fermented product comprising a group of peptides. The peptides are composed from no. 1 to no. 7 of the figure that is selected from the group consisting of FIG. 11 to FIG. 18. And the novel milk-fermented product is used for suppressing the reduction of bone mineral density. Therefore, the novel milk-fermented product could be a component of foods, nutrient supplement or medicine for treating or preventing osteoporosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 9, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Assignee: National Chung Hsing University
    Inventors: Chuan-Mu Chen, Hsiao-Ling Chen
  • Patent number: 8962041
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for inducing hair growth and improving hair quality utilizing extracts of blackberry in an amount effective to induce hair growth when applied topically to an area of the skin on which hair growth is desired.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Johnson & Johnson Consumer Companies, Inc.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Bruning, Euen Thomas Graham Ekman Gunn, Frank Liebel, Samantha Tucker-Samaras, Dina VanWyck, Delores Santora
  • Patent number: 8962045
    Abstract: An herbal/organic composition for the treatment and management of pain contains about 0.01 wgt % Boswellia extract, about 0.01 wgt % ginger extract, about 0.01 wgt % holy basil extract, about 0.01 wgt % rosemary extract, about 0.01 wgt % turmeric extract, about 0.01 wgt % white willow extract, about 0.01 wgt % alpha lipoic acid and about 10.0 wgt % trolamine salicylate and about 89.93 wgt % of a carrier such as water. The composition is applied to an around an area of pain two or three times a day for seven to 14 days.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Inventor: Reza Ghorbani
  • Patent number: 8962044
    Abstract: A composition of a bone repair mixture has a quantity of allograft particulate bone having a bone particle distribution of particle sizes less than 700 micron and a quantity of biologic carrier material intermixed with the particulate bone. The biologic carrier material is one of fascia, deep fascia or a fascia mixture. Preferably, the carrier material is exclusively fascia lata.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Vivex Biomedical, Inc.
    Inventors: Tracy Scott Anderson, Timothy E Taylor
  • Patent number: 8962043
    Abstract: Disclosed is a composition comprising MZ for use as a dietary supplement or food additive for oral consumption for improving the visual performance of a human subject.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Howard Foundation Holdings Limited
    Inventors: John Nolan, Stephen Beatty, James Loughman, Alan N. Howard, David Thurnham
  • Patent number: 8951581
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel bioactive water fraction obtained from the leaves of an herb named Gomphostema niveum commonly found in North Eastern part of India, and which is useful for inhibiting the growth of malarial parasite Plasmodium falciparum. The present invention also relates to a method for the extraction of said bioactive fraction. The present invention also provides methods for treatment of malaria using such bioactive water fractions and use of such bioactive water fractions for the treatment of malaria.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 21, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Assignee: The Director General, Defence Research and Development Organisation
    Inventors: Mahabir Prashad Kaushik, Duraipandian Thavaselvam, Manisha Nivsarkar, Sanjay Kumar, Krishnamurthy Sekhar, Hemant Kumar Gogoi, Deba Koch
  • Patent number: 8951582
    Abstract: A stable, self-preserving, antimicrobial, composition suitable for the treatment of a variety of dermal as well as subcutaneous conditions. The compositions include as an active ingredient a quaternary ammonium compound, preferably benzethonium chloride, potentiated and synergized with menthyl lactate cooling agent in a cationic carrier. Optionally, a phenoxyethanol preservative and chlorhexidine digluconate antibacterial agent may be used to assist in enhancing the activity. The compositions kill a broad spectrum of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, fungus and yeasts. The compositions are used as first aid skin treatments and as skin sanitizers to help prevent bacterial contamination of minor cuts, scrapes and burns. The compositions are particularly useful when applied to the skin after hair removal in that they additionally cool, soothe and moisturize the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Inventor: Normajean Fusco
  • Patent number: 8951583
    Abstract: A stable, self-preserving, antimicrobial, composition suitable for the treatment of a variety of dermal as well as subcutaneous conditions. The compositions include as an active ingredient a quaternary ammonium compound, preferably benzethonium chloride, potentiated and synergized with menthyl lactate cooling agent in a cationic carrier. Optionally, a phenoxyethanol preservative and chlorhexidine digluconate antibacterial agent may be used to assist in enhancing the activity. The compositions kill a broad spectrum of gram-negative and gram-positive bacteria, fungus and yeasts. The compositions are used as first aid skin treatments and as skin sanitizers to help prevent bacterial contamination of minor cuts, scrapes and burns. The compositions are particularly useful when applied to the skin after hair removal in that they additionally cool, soothe and moisturize the skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 10, 2015
    Inventor: Normajean Fusco
  • Patent number: 8945635
    Abstract: Disclosed are extracts prepared from primitive plants and fungi that have anti-cancer properties. The extracts are prepared by pulverizing the biological matter in a diluent. The extract can be administered to an individual or animal to kill cancer cells, prevent growth of cancer cells and teat cancer. The extracts may be used in combination with other therapeutic protocols.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: Southern Connecticut State University
    Inventor: Sarah Crawford