Patents by Inventor Dilip Chokshi

Dilip Chokshi has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Compositions comprising sclareol or derivatives thereof and uses thereof
    Patent number: 7785585
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition which includes a sclareol or a derivative thereof, wherein the sclareol or a derivative thereof is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The composition of the invention provides improved potency, stability and bioactivity characteristics of sclareol, or its derivatives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 31, 2010
    Assignee: Avoca, Inc.
    Inventors: David Peele, Dilip Chokshi
  • Compositions comprising sclareol or derivatives thereof and uses thereof
    Patent number: 7588759
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition which includes a sclareol or a derivative thereof, wherein the sclareol or a derivative thereof is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The composition of the invention provides improved potency, stability and bioactivity characteristics of sclareol, or its derivatives.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 17, 2004
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2009
    Assignee: Avoca, Inc.
    Inventors: David Peele, Dilip Chokshi
  • Compositions comprising sclareol or derivatives thereof and uses thereof
    Publication number: 20070219355
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition which includes a sclareol or a derivative thereof, wherein the sclareol or a derivative thereof is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The composition of the invention provides improved potency, stability and bioactivity characteristics of sclareol, or its derivatives.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2007
    Publication date: September 20, 2007
    Inventors: David Peele, Dilip Chokshi
  • Novel probiotic compositions and methods of using the same
    Publication number: 20060263344
    Abstract: The invention provides a soft, chewable confection obtained without using high heat or dehydration. In one embodiment, the confection contains an active ingredient which consists essentially of an effective amount of at least one probiotic organism. In another embodiment, the confection consists essentially of an effective amount of at least one probiotic organism and an effective amount of at least one prebiotic. In a further embodiment, the confection consists essentially of an effective amount of at least one probiotic organism and a nutrient contained in a glycoprotein matrix, or an enzyme, or both. In yet another embodiment, the confection consists essentially of at least one probiotic organism, at least one prebiotic, and a nutrient contained in a glycoprotein matrix, or an enzyme, or both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 1, 2004
    Publication date: November 23, 2006
    Inventors: Mitchell Skop, Dilip Chokshi
  • Glycoprotein matrix compositions and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 7138113
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes a biologically active compound bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the active ingredient. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the active ingredient. A method is also provided for administering an active ingredient to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 21, 2006
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Purified amylase inhibitor and novel process for obtaining the same
    Publication number: 20060147565
    Abstract: The present invention provides a purified amylase inhibitor obtained by a superior process that includes extracting ground beans with supercritical carbon dioxide. The invention also provides a method for inducing weight loss in a mammal in need thereof comprising administering to the mammal, an effective amount of an amylase inhibitor obtained by the superior process. A method for improving post-prandial glucose tolerance in a diabetic mammal comprising administering to the mammal, an effective amount of an amylase inhibitor obtained by the superior process, is also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 27, 2003
    Publication date: July 6, 2006
    Applicant: PHARMACHEM LABORATORIES, INC.
    Inventors: Mitchell Skop, Dilip Chokshi
  • Compositions comprising sclareol or derivatives thereof and uses thereof
    Publication number: 20060134083
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition which includes a sclareol or a derivative thereof, wherein the sclareol or a derivative thereof is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The composition of the invention provides improved potency, stability and bioactivity characteristics of sclareol, or its derivatives.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2004
    Publication date: June 22, 2006
    Inventors: David Peele, Dilip Chokshi
  • Phaseolamin compositions and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 7049288
    Abstract: The present invention is for compositions containing phaseolamin and a mineral, such as chromium or vanadium or both, where the mineral is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The present invention is also directed to methods for controlling carbohydrate cravings, inducing weight loss, reducing insulin requirements in a diabetic, and inhibiting the absorption of dietary starch by administering a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2006
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Glycoprotein matrix compositions and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 6942856
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes a biologically active compound bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the active ingredient. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the active ingredient. A method is also provided for administering an active ingredient to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2005
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Phaseolamin compositions and methods for using the same
    Publication number: 20050152952
    Abstract: The present invention is for compositions containing phaseolamin and a mineral, such as chromium or vanadium or both, where the mineral is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The present invention is also directed to methods for controlling carbohydrate cravings, inducing weight loss, reducing insulin requirements in a diabetic, and inhibiting the absorption of dietary starch by administering a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2004
    Publication date: July 14, 2005
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Phaseolamin compositions and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 6900174
    Abstract: The present invention is for compositions containing phaseolamin and a mineral, such as chromium or vanadium or both, where the mineral is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The present invention is also directed to methods for controlling carbohydrate cravings, inducing weight loss, reducing insulin requirements in a diabetic, and inhibiting the absorption of dietary starch by administering a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 3, 2002
    Date of Patent: May 31, 2005
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Ubiquinone composition and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 6867024
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes an ubiquinone, such as CoQ10, bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the ubiquinone. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the ubiquinone. A method is also provided for administering an ubiquinone to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2002
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2005
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Glycoprotein matrix compositions and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 6864231
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes a biologically active compound bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the active ingredient. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the active ingredient. A method is also provided for administering an active ingredient to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2001
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2005
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Glycoprotein matrix compositions and methods related thereto
    Publication number: 20050048125
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes a biologically active compound bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the active ingredient. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the active ingredient. A method is also provided for administering an active ingredient to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 12, 2004
    Publication date: March 3, 2005
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Novel composition for hormonal balance and uses thereof
    Publication number: 20040228931
    Abstract: The present invention provides a composition and methods of using composition consisting essentially of a soy component, chasteberry, clover, and black cohosh, in a suitable carrier, optionally with each of the soy component, chasteberry, clover, and black cohosh is enrobed in a glycoprotein matrix.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 12, 2003
    Publication date: November 18, 2004
    Applicant: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Dilip Chokshi, Mitch Skop
  • Ubiquinone composition and methods related thereto
    Patent number: 6806069
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes an ubiquinone, such as CoQ10, bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the ubiquinone. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the ubiquinone. A method is also provided for administering an ubiquinone to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 19, 2004
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Phaseolamin compositions and methods for using the same
    Patent number: 6797287
    Abstract: The present invention is for compositions containing phaseolamin and a mineral, such as chromium or vanadium or both, where the mineral is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The present invention is also directed to methods for controlling carbohydrate cravings, inducing weight loss, reducing insulin requirements in a diabetic, and inhibiting the absorption of dietary starch by administering a composition of the invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2001
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2004
    Assignee: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Phaseolamin compositions and methods for using the same
    Publication number: 20030059403
    Abstract: The present invention is for compositions containing phaseolamin and a mineral, such as chromium or vanadium or both, where the mineral is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The present invention is also directed to methods for controlling carbohydrate cravings, inducing weight loss, reducing insulin requirements in a diabetic, and inhibiting the absorption of dietary starch by administering a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 3, 2002
    Publication date: March 27, 2003
    Applicant: Pharmachem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Phaseolamin compositions and methods for using the same
    Publication number: 20030059457
    Abstract: The present invention is for compositions containing phaseolamin and a mineral, such as chromium or vanadium or both, where the mineral is bound by a glycoprotein matrix. The present invention is also directed to methods for controlling carbohydrate cravings, inducing weight loss, reducing insulin requirements in a diabetic, and inhibiting the absorption of dietary starch by administering a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 25, 2001
    Publication date: March 27, 2003
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi
  • Ubiquinone composition and methods related thereto
    Publication number: 20030003081
    Abstract: A composition is provided that includes an ubiquinone, such as CoQ10, bound by a glycoprotein matrix. A method is also provided for the manufacture of a composition of the invention. The glycoprotein matrix can be formed by permitting the growth of glycoprotein producing bacteria in the presence of the ubiquinone. The composition of the invention provides a method for increasing the stability and bioactivity of the ubiquinone. A method is also provided for administering an ubiquinone to a host by utilizing a composition of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 19, 2002
    Publication date: January 2, 2003
    Applicant: PharmaChem Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Dilip Chokshi