Patents Examined by Mina Haghighatian
  • Stable aqueous compositions
    Patent number: 10537105
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an herbicidal composition particularly stable at lower temperatures. The present invention provides a stable herbicidal composition comprising at least one pesticide in its salt form and a crystal habit modifying system comprising an alkoxylated alcohol and a polymer. Further the invention relates to a stable herbicidal composition comprising at least two pesticides in their salt form and a crystal habit modifying system comprising an alkoxylated alcohol and a polymer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 10, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 21, 2020
    Assignee: UPL Limited
    Inventors: Prakash Mahadeo Jadhav, Mark William Weber, Vikram Rajnikant Shroff
  • Pharmaceutical solution formulations for pressurised metered dose inhalers
    Patent number: 10525006
    Abstract: The invention relates to the prevention and/or treatment of a severe broncho-pulmonary disease by administering a solution formulation from a pressurized metered dose inhaler capable of providing therapeutical doses of two or more active drug substances to the lung, wherein all the active drug substances are fully dissolved in the formulation as well as the two or more active drug substances are delivered with substantially the same particle size distribution.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2020
    Assignee: CHIESI FARMACEUTICI S.P.A.
    Inventors: David Andrew Lewis, Brian John Meakin, Gaetano Brambilla
  • Formation of nanometric core-shell particles having a metal oxide shell
    Patent number: 10525433
    Abstract: A process for preparing nanocapsules having a core-shell structure, comprising: (a) preparing an oil-in-water emulsion by emulsification of an oily phase that comprises a core material, in an aqueous phase, under high shear forces, wherein one or both of the oily phase, and the aqueous phase comprises a sol-gel precursor; (b) subjecting the emulsion obtained in (a) to a high pressure homogenization to obtain a nano-emulsion; and (c) applying conditions for hydrolyzing and polycondensing the sol-gel precursor to obtain nanocapsules having a metal oxide shell encapsulating the core material, said nanocapsules have a particle size distribution of: d10=10-80 nm, d50=30-200 nm, and d90=70-500 nm, in diameter. The invention also relate to nanocapsules having the above particle size distribution and to composition comprising the nanocapsules.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 12, 2007
    Date of Patent: January 7, 2020
    Assignee: SOL-GEL TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
    Inventors: Ofer Toledano, Hanan Sertchook, Raed Abu-Reziq, Haim Bar-Simantov, Leora Shapiro
  • Anti-microbial additive for use in flower vase water
    Patent number: 10519049
    Abstract: The present invention relates to anti-microbial compositions that may advantageously be added to vase water of cut flowers in order to prevent microbial growth, especially in vase water containing added cut flower nutrients and/or water uptake stimulants. One aspect of the invention relates to the use of an EC 1.1.3 oxidoreductase as an antimicrobial additive for vase water of cut flowers. Another aspect of the invention concerns a method of putting cut flowers into vase water, said method comprising immersing the stems of one or more cut flowers into vase water and adding an antimicrobial composition containing an EC 1.1.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 15, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2019
    Assignee: Enhold B.V.
    Inventor: Johannes Antonius Marie Janssen
  • 1-amino-1-cyclopropanecarboxylic acid formulations
    Patent number: 10517299
    Abstract: The present invention relates to stable 1-amino-1-cyclopropanecarboxylic acid formulations and methods of their use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2018
    Date of Patent: December 31, 2019
    Assignee: VALENT BIOSCIENCES LLC
    Inventors: Parvesh Sharma, Mitsuhiro Sasakawa, Franklin Paul Silverman, Benjamin A. Belkind
  • Multi-step product for improving the appearance and feel of human skin
    Patent number: 10512595
    Abstract: A multi-layer product for improving the look of human skin by the steps of: apply to the skin a first layer that is a skin care composition; and applying to, and on top of, the first layer, a powder layer. The powder layer has from about 10% to about 30%, by weight of the powder layer, of substantially spherical silicone elastomer particles. The powder layer is an aqueous based composition that is an oil-in-water emulsion comprising a non-volatile oil present in a concentration level such that the weight ratio of non-volatile oil to particulate material is from about 1:10 to about 3:2. At least one of, or both the first layer and the powder layer have a contrast ratio of less than about 20.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Joseph Harry Jansen, Joseph Michael Zukowski, Paul Robert Tanner
  • Nanoparticulate composition
    Patent number: 10512608
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a nanoparticulate topical composition comprising (i) nanoparticles of a water soluble and water susceptible active ingredient or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, having a particle size distribution such that 90% of the particles are less than 1000 nm, (ii) one or more wetting agent and (iii) a non-aqueous liquid vehicle, wherein the composition is free of water. The present invention also relates to a method of treating acne, rosacea, impetigo or a skin disease caused by a bacteria, by topical application of a nanoparticulate topical composition comprising nanoparticles of a water soluble and water susceptible active ingredient or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, having a particle size distribution such that 90% of the particles are less than 1000 nm.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 25, 2016
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: SUN PHARMA ADVANCED RESEARCH COMPANY LTD.
    Inventors: Madhusudhan Bommagani, Subhas Balaram Bhowmick, Prashant Kane, Vaibhav Dubey
  • Core stabilized microcapsules, method of their preparation and uses thereof
    Patent number: 10512796
    Abstract: The present invention provides core-stabilized microcapsules, wherein said core comprises at least one active agent encapsulated within a metal oxide shell, processes for their preparations, comparisons comprising them and uses thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 24, 2019
    Assignee: SOL-GEL TECHNOLOGIES LTD.
    Inventors: Ofer Toledano, Haim Bar-Simantov, Hanan Sertchook, Sharon Fireman-Shoresh, Dorit Marco-Dagan
  • Shaving formulation and method of use thereof
    Patent number: 10463582
    Abstract: Disclosed is a shaving formulation having sesame oil, olive oil, sandalwood oil, broccoli oil, or any combination thereof, which allows for a smooth, non-irritating shave. The disclosed composition is preferably either an aqueous solution or a lotion that does not build up on the skin and preferably has moisturizing, healing, and/or anti-inflammatory properties that prevent or reduce the occurrence of dry skin, irritated/inflamed skin, in-grown hairs, or any combination thereof The disclosed shaving formulations preferably further include anti-microbial properties, anti-septic properties, or any combination thereof. The disclosed shaving formulations have a low viscosity such that the formulations may be applied from spray bottle or a container equipped with an atomizing head in the form of a mist onto a desired bodypart.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 17, 2016
    Date of Patent: November 5, 2019
    Inventor: Mark Goodson
  • Microcapsules comprising black pigments
    Patent number: 10449127
    Abstract: Monolayered microcapsules comprising a black pigment and cosmetic formulations comprising them are provided for use particularly in mascara and eye liner formulations. The black pigment may be carbon black, black iron oxide, or both.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2019
    Assignee: Tagra Biotechnologies, Ltd.
    Inventors: Danny Goldstein, Yuri Yasman, Olga Privalova, Lior Benaltabet
  • Composition for preparing emulsion or microemulsion
    Patent number: 10448642
    Abstract: A composition for preparing an emulsion or microemulsion, the composition including the following components (A) to (D): component (A): an active ingredient having a solubility in water at 20° C. of 200 ppm or less; component (B): a water-insoluble solvent having no alcohol group; component (C): at least one nonionic surfactant selected from the group consisting of a polyoxyalkylene alkyl ether, a polyoxyalkylene alkenyl ether, a polyoxyalkylene alkyl amino ether, and a polyoxyalkylene alkenyl amino ether; and component (D): a monohydric alcohol having 8 to 12 carbon atoms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 22, 2019
    Assignee: Nippon Soda Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Hiroshi Dairiki, Minoru Sakatani
  • Buffered microencapsulated compositions and methods
    Patent number: 10434046
    Abstract: A microcapsule composition comprising at least one polymer substantially disposed as a semi-permeable shell around a buffered solution and at least one therapeutic agent, wherein the therapeutic agent permeates the shell, and wherein the composition is suitable for topical epithelial cells of mammal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: Premier Dental Products Company
    Inventors: Mark A. Latta, Stephen M. Gross, William A. McHale
  • Antimicrobial silver iodate
    Patent number: 10434210
    Abstract: The present invention is silver (I) periodate compounds and their use in preventing or reducing microbial contamination. The invention includes gels, coatings, and articles of manufacture having a surface contacted or coated with a gel comprising an antimicrobial silver (I) compound. Methods of treatment are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 19, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: INNOVOTECH, INC.
    Inventors: Merle E. Olson, Patricia L. Nadworny, Graeme Prosperi-Porta
  • Methods for increasing oral osteogenesis using lipoxin A4 (LXA4) and its analogs
    Patent number: 10434080
    Abstract: The invention provides methods for increasing oral osteogenesis using LXA4 and its analogs. Methods are also provided for treating or preventing oral disorders that would benefit from increased oral osteogenesis using LXA4 and its analogs.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 15, 2013
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: Forsyth Dental Infirmary for Children
    Inventors: Thomas E. Van Dyke, Hatice Hasturk, Alpdogan Kantarci
  • Buffered microencapsulated compositions and methods
    Patent number: 10434047
    Abstract: A microcapsule composition comprising at least one polymer substantially disposed as a semi-permeable shell around an aqueous buffered solution and at least one agent, wherein the agent permeates the shell, and wherein the composition is suitable for delivery to a mammal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2018
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: Premier Dental Products Company
    Inventors: Mark A. Latta, Stephen M. Gross, William A. McHale
  • Buffered microencapsulated compositions and methods
    Patent number: 10434044
    Abstract: A microcapsule composition comprising at least one polymer substantially disposed as a semi-permeable shell around a buffered solution and at least one therapeutic agent, wherein the therapeutic agent permeates the shell, and wherein the composition is suitable for delivery to a mammal. This invention also provides related compositions, products and methods.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 24, 2017
    Date of Patent: October 8, 2019
    Assignee: Premier Dental Products Company
    Inventors: Mark A. Latta, Stephen M. Gross, William A. McHale
  • Carotenoid composition and method for protecting skin
    Patent number: 10420715
    Abstract: A method for protecting skin against damages caused by ultra-violet (uv) radiation from the sun, comprising administering to a subject in need of protection an effective amount of a composition containing lycopene from a natural source and one or more carotenoid selected from among phytoene and phytofluene or mixtures thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 24, 2019
    Assignee: Lycored Ltd.
    Inventors: Morris Zelkha, Zohar Nir, Tanya Sedlov
  • Substituted 2,3-dihydrobenzofuran compounds and their use as synergists
    Patent number: 10412961
    Abstract: The invention relates to a compound of Formula (I), wherein n is 0 or 1, R1 is H or CH3 and R2 is a linear (C3-C6)alkyl and an insecticide composition comprising at least one insecticide active ingredient and at least one a compound of Formula (I).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2016
    Date of Patent: September 17, 2019
    Assignees: Endura SPA, AGCHEM ACCESS LTD
    Inventors: Graham David Moores, Silvia Carloni, Francesco Tozzi, Elisa Capparella, Valerio Borzatta, János Szilágyi, László Barnabás Takács, József Schmidt, Mark Johnston
  • Pharmaceutical formulation for the production of rapidly disintegrating tablets
    Patent number: 10406105
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulation in the form of agglomerates comprising A) an excipient content composed of a) 60-97% by weight of sugar or sugar alcohols, b) 1-25% by weight of a disintegrant, c) 1-15% by weight of water-insoluble, film-forming polymers d) 0-15% by weight of water-soluble polymers and e) 0-15% by weight of further pharmaceutically customary excipients the total of the components a) to e) being 100% by weight, and B) at least one active ingredient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 3, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2019
    Assignee: BASF SE
    Inventors: Karl Kolter, Michael Schönherr, Silke Gebert, Kathrin Meyer-Böhm, Angelika Maschke
  • Sodium bicarbonate particles manufactured by atomization
    Patent number: 10398652
    Abstract: Method for producing sodium bicarbonate particles by spray-drying of an aqueous solution comprising 1 to 10% by weight of sodium bicarbonate and an additive selected from the group consisting of: magnesium salt, sodium alkylbenzene sulfonate and soybean lecithin. Sodium bicarbonate particles obtainable by such process and comprising at least 20 mg of the additive per kg of sodium bicarbonate particles.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 3, 2019
    Assignee: Solvay SA
    Inventor: David Jean Lucien Savary