Patents by Inventor Merrill A. Patin

Merrill A. Patin 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).

  • Use of 4-androstenediol and 4-androstenediol in a transdermal formulation to increase testosterone levels in humans
    Publication number: 20030109512
    Abstract: A method of increasing testosterone level in humans by topical application of a cream or gel involves the use of an androgenic testosterone precursor and a protein precursor for elevating the symptoms of depression and lethargy associated with low level testosterone. The androgenic precursor is 4-androstenediol, the protein precursor is 5-hydroxytryptophan. The two active ingredients are mixed in therapeutically effective amounts with a penetrating cream or gel containing a formulation of lecithin, isopropyl palmitate, and pluronic.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2002
    Publication date: June 12, 2003
    Inventors: Andrew Kucharchuk, Merrill A. Patin