Patents by Inventor Edward J. Petrus
Edward J. Petrus 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).
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Patent number: 8486889Abstract: This invention involves compositions and method of using of therapeutic agents for pain relief for the treatment and prevention of disorders associated with endothelial dysfunction, the cause of inflammation, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, hypertension, asthma and stroke in mammals comprising anti-inflammatory agents, epinephrine, insulin, anti-viral agents and dietary supplements.Type: GrantFiled: September 1, 2012Date of Patent: July 16, 2013Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J Petrus
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Patent number: 7846914Abstract: A composition and method for pain relief and the treatment and prevention of endothelial dysfunction the cause of atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, and stroke in mammals comprising a therapeutically effective amount of anti-inflammatory agents comprising; NSAIDs, an amino sugar and a zinc compound combined with dietary supplements that may enhance longevity.Type: GrantFiled: February 15, 2005Date of Patent: December 7, 2010Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 7136820Abstract: This invention provides a method/process of determining a personal dietary supplement profile of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, enzymes, herbs, and other nutritional supplements for an individual based on information from a health questionnaire and comparing the individual's health information to an ideal health profile in a computer data base. Optionally, information provided by physical examination and laboratory studies can be incorporated into the method/process of determining the dietary supplement profile. The profile can be further defined by listing commercially available products that provide the suggested dietary supplements.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 1999Date of Patent: November 14, 2006Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6930099Abstract: This invention relates to a method and compositions for the treatment and prevention of disorders associated with endothelial dysfunction consisting of anti-inflammatory agents and dietary supplements.Type: GrantFiled: May 14, 2003Date of Patent: August 16, 2005Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Publication number: 20040162269Abstract: This invention relates to the composition and method of treating arthritis, repairing of articular joint surfaces and the relief of symptoms associated with arthritis. The composition comprises a nitric oxide synthase inhibitor and amino sugars. The nitric oxide synthase inhibitor reduces the level of nitric oxide, the free radical believed responsible for the degradation of articular cartilage. Amino sugars are the building blocks of articular cartilage and have anti-inflammatory actions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2002Publication date: August 19, 2004Inventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6656925Abstract: This invention relates to the compositions and method of treating and preventing arthritis, repairing of articular joint surfaces and the relief of symptoms associated with arthritis. The composition comprises bio-affecting agents to reduce nitric oxide production and increase chondroprotective agents. The preferred composition comprises; nitric oxide synthase inhibitors, nitric oxide scavangers, and amino sugars. Nitric oxide synthase inhibitors and nitric oxide scavengers reduce the level of nitric oxide, the free radical responsible for the degradation of articular cartilage. Amino sugars are the building blocks of articular cartilage and have anti-inflammatory actions.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2002Date of Patent: December 2, 2003Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Publication number: 20030215430Abstract: This invention relates to a method and compositions for the treatment and prevention of disorders associated with endothelial dysfunction consisting of anti-inflammatory agents and dietary supplements.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 14, 2003Publication date: November 20, 2003Inventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6596708Abstract: A composition for the treatment and prevention of endothelial dysfunction comprising a therapeutically effective amount of anti-inflammatory agents comprising; acetylsalicylic acid, an amino sugar and a zinc compound.Type: GrantFiled: September 7, 2001Date of Patent: July 22, 2003Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6573299Abstract: This invention relates to a method for the prevention and treatment of orbital disorders associated with the aging eye in mammals by the application of a topical composition comprising a permeation enhancing amount of one or more penetration enhancers, and one or more bio-affecting agents which penetrate into the underlying tissues and into the vascular network of the orbit. Another object of this invention is the improvement of age-related changes to the eyelids such as dry skin, wrinkles, keratoses, age spots and pigmented skin lesions. It is a further object of this invention to prevent and treat cataract formation, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.Type: GrantFiled: September 20, 1999Date of Patent: June 3, 2003Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Publication number: 20020119952Abstract: This invention relates to the compositions and method of treating and preventing arthritis, repairing of articular joint surfaces and the relief of symptoms associated with arthritis. The composition comprises bio-affecting agents to reduce nitric oxide production and increase chondroprotective agents. The preferred composition comprises; nitric oxide synthase inhibitors, nitric oxide scavangers, and amino sugars. Nitric oxide synthase inhibitors and nitric oxide scavengers reduce the level of nitric oxide, the free radical responsible for the degradation of articular cartilage. Amino sugars are the building blocks of articular cartilage and have anti-inflammatory actions.Type: ApplicationFiled: February 5, 2002Publication date: August 29, 2002Inventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6399093Abstract: A method and composition for the treatment of musculoskeletal disorders in mammals by the application of a topical composition comprising a permeation enhancing amount of one or more penetration enhancers, and one or more bio-affecting agents to provide anti-inflammatory relief and analgesia to the applied body part.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 1999Date of Patent: June 4, 2002Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6346519Abstract: This invention relates to the composition and method of treating arthritis, repairing of articular joint surfaces and the relief of symptoms associated with arthritis. The composition comprises a nitric oxide synthase inhibitor and amino sugars. The nitric oxide synthase inhibitor reduces the level of nitric oxide, the free radical believed responsible for the degradation of articular cartilage. Amino sugars are the building blocks of articular cartilage and have anti-inflammatory actions.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 1999Date of Patent: February 12, 2002Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 6093417Abstract: A topical ear composition that uses penetration enhancers to diffuse the therapeutic agents through the tympanic membrane into the middle and inner ear for the purpose of reducing the inflammation of ear tissues, providing pain relief, and introducing agents with antimicrobial activity to combat infection. The composition reduces swelling of the lining membranes of the middle and inner ear, prevent the destructive effects of inflamation, inhibit the production of prostaglandins, reduce symptoms of tinnitus and vertigo, improve and prevent paralysis of the facial nerve, relieve labyrinthitis, and prevent hearing loss.Type: GrantFiled: January 11, 1999Date of Patent: July 25, 2000Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 5965137Abstract: A topical composition for the delivery of bio-affecting agents through the protective outer layer of skin into the underlying tissues and into the general circulation to prevent the causes and symptoms of vector-borne diseases. The transdermal penetration is achieved by the use of an essential volatile oil with insect repellent capabilities, such as eucalyptus oil. The bio-affective agents may be a combination of a zinc salt and form of vitamin A. A zinc salt may also be used for photoprotective purposes. The topical composition can be formulated as a solution, suspension, cream, ointment, gel, film or spray.Type: GrantFiled: November 16, 1998Date of Patent: October 12, 1999Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 5954682Abstract: A therapeutic applicator comprises a porous media, a string attached to the porous media, and a hollow tube, having a first end and a second end. The string passes through the hollow tube and exits the hollow tube at the first end when the porous media is positioned in proximity of the second end. A therapeutic agent is impregnated in the porous media.Type: GrantFiled: September 25, 1996Date of Patent: September 21, 1999Assignee: Advanced Medical InstrumentsInventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 5875799Abstract: A method of treating systemic afflictions includes loading a dental floss with an active therapeutic agents and rubbing the floss against a mouth tissue to release the active therapeutic agent onto the tissue for penetration through the tissue. The active therapeutic agent is selected from the group consisting of zinc sulfate, zinc chloride, zinc acetate, zinc phenol sulfonate, zinc borate, zinc bromide, zinc nitrate, zinc glycerophosphate, zinc benzoate, zinc carbonate, zinc citrate, zinc hexafluorosilicate, zinc diacetate trihydrate, zinc oxide, zinc peroxide, zinc salicylate, zinc silicate, zinc stannate, zinc tannate, zinc titanate, zinc tetrafluoroborate, zinc gluconate, and zinc glycinate. An additional therapeutic agent may also be loaded on the floss, for example, antimicrobials, antibiotics, antioxidants, anti-plaque agents, analgesics, anti-tarter agents, anti-caries agents, hemostatic agents, anti-inflammatory agents, hormones, bleaching agents and vitamins.Type: GrantFiled: September 23, 1997Date of Patent: March 2, 1999Assignee: Advanced Medical Instruments, Inc.Inventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 5875798Abstract: A method of treating oral and systemic diseases includes impregnating or coating a toothpick with active therapeutic agents and rubbing the toothpick against mouth tissue to release the active therapeutic agents onto the tissue for penetration through the tissue. The active therapeutic agent is selected from the group consisting of, but not limited to: zinc sulfate, zinc chloride, zinc acetate, zinc phenol sulfonate, zinc borate, zinc bromide, zinc nitrate, zinc glycerophosphate, zinc benzoate, zinc carbonate, zinc citrate, zinc hexafluorosilicate, zinc diacetate trihydrate, zinc oxide, zinc peroxide, zinc salicylate, zinc silicate, zinc stannate, zinc tannate, zinc titanate, zinc tetrafluoroborate, zinc gluconate, and zinc glycinate.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 1998Date of Patent: March 2, 1999Assignee: Advanced Medical Instruments, Inc.Inventor: Edward J. Petrus
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Patent number: 5417224Abstract: An improved tampon is provided having one or more loops placed entirely through the tampon for ease in insertion and removal of an attached spherical member into and from a body cavity. Moreover, the improved tampon can be impregnated at select depths with specific spermicides, anti-infectives, lubricants, hormones, antioxidants, amino acids, etc., to allow release of inner-impregnated fluids from the member into the body cavity. Closely controlled impregnation and/or coating of the tampon is achieved by a method of manufacture employing one or more sonic baths containing necessary impregnating and/or coating fluids.Type: GrantFiled: May 19, 1993Date of Patent: May 23, 1995Assignee: Advanced Medical Instruments, Inc.Inventors: Edward J. Petrus, Maurice S. Conte