Patents by Inventor John E. McHugh

John E. McHugh 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).

  • Patent number: 5167952
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel oral compositions for dental hygiene in the form of a dental rinse and methods of application, effective in the prevention of the formation and buildup of dental plaque on the teeth, causing dental Caries, Calculus and Periodontal disease Gingivitis, and Periodontitis, by stimulating and increasing the rate of Prostaglandin synthesis in the mouth to levels many times higher than that occurring naturally, thereby enhancing and reconstituting the person's Immune System Response and ability to resist bacterial infection so as to effectively control, combat and destroy the natural bacteria in the mouth that cause plaque.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 4, 1991
    Date of Patent: December 1, 1992
    Inventor: John E. McHugh
  • Patent number: 4970233
    Abstract: There is disclosed a method of treating inflammatory viral infections of Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) HTLV-111/LAV virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) Related Complex (ARC) in humans by stimulating and increasing the rate of Prostaglandin Biosynthesis to levels many times higher than that now occurring naturally thereby enhancing and reconstituting the Immune System, comprising the oral administration of an effective dosage of 3,3-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl) phthalide (phenolphthalein) by itself or in composition with, or in combination with a Prostaglandin Synthetase inhibitor Aspirin or Indomethacin. Comprising the oral administration of an effective dosage of 3,3-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl) phthalide (phenolphthalein) by itself or in composition with, or in combination with a Prostaglandins Synthetase inhibitor Aspirin or Indomethacin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 4, 1987
    Date of Patent: November 13, 1990
    Inventor: John E. McHugh
  • Patent number: 4588744
    Abstract: There is disclosed a method and composition of matter for treating mammalian inflammatory viral infections, acne, dermatitis, and arthritic conditions comprising the application of 3,3-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)-phthalide (phenolphthalein) by itself, or in combination with a carrier, or in a mixture with a bicarbonate salt of Group I of the Periodic Table, or in combination with both a carrier and bicarbonate salt. These mixtures can be anhydrous or aqueous solutions and can be applied either by injection, ingestion, or topically.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 27, 1981
    Date of Patent: May 13, 1986
    Inventor: John E. McHugh
  • Patent number: 4459307
    Abstract: There is disclosed a method for treating and preventing infections caused by bacteria comprising the administration of effective dosage of 3,3-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)-phthalide (phenolthalein). The dosage may be administered orally or topically or by injection.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 24, 1983
    Date of Patent: July 10, 1984
    Inventor: John E. McHugh
  • Patent number: 4256763
    Abstract: There is disclosed a method of treating inflammatory viral infections, acne and dermatitis conditions comprising the administration of an effective dosage of 3,3-Bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)phthalide (phenolphthalein). The dosage may be administered orally or topically depending on the condition being treated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 19, 1978
    Date of Patent: March 17, 1981
    Inventor: John E. McHugh