Patents by Inventor Rahul C. Mehta

Rahul C. Mehta 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).

  • Publication number: 20150257991
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 1, 2015
    Publication date: September 17, 2015
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Elizabeth Tsin Ho Makino, Sujatha D. Sonti, John A. Garruto
  • Patent number: 9044404
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2015
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Elizabeth Tsin Ho Makino, Sujatha D. Sonti, John A. Garruto
  • Patent number: 8865138
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 25, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 21, 2014
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Elizabeth Tsin Ho Makino, Sujatha D. Sonti, John A. Garruto
  • Patent number: 8778315
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Elizabeth Tsin Ho Makino, Sujatha D. Sonti, John A. Garruto
  • Publication number: 20130034510
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 25, 2012
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Applicant: SkinMedica, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. MEHTA, Elizabeth Tsin Ho Makino, Sujatha D. Sonti, John A. Garruto
  • Patent number: 8236288
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: August 7, 2012
    Assignee: Skinmedica, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Elizabeth Tsin Ho Makino, Sujatha D. Sonti, John A. Garruto
  • Publication number: 20120177586
    Abstract: A method for the modification of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to modify melanin distribution are disclosed. A method for the reduction of melanin distribution, and the composition thereof to reduce melanin distribution are disclosed. A representative composition comprises 4-ethoxybenzaldehyde and one or more additional active agents as well as a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient. Carriers and excipients may be formulated for topical administration. Compositions may also be formulated for transdermal administration. The compositions may be used for the prevention and treatment of pigmentation disorders, by way of non-limited example, post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation and others. The compositions may be used for lightening skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 6, 2012
    Publication date: July 12, 2012
    Applicant: SkinMedica, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. MEHTA, Elizabeth Tsin Ho MAKINO, Sujatha D. SONTI, John A. GARRUTO
  • Publication number: 20110213014
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods which enhance the delivery of oligonucleotides and other nucleosidic moieties via topical routes of administration. Preferred compositions include liposomes or penetration enhancers for the delivery of such moieties to dermal and/or epidermal tissue in an animal for investigative, therapeutic or prophylactic purposes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2011
    Publication date: September 1, 2011
    Applicant: Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Gregory E. Hardee, Phillip Dan Cook, David J. Ecker, Yali Jennifer Tsai, Michael V. Templin
  • Patent number: 7964579
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods which enhance the delivery of oligonucleotides and other nucleosidic moieties via topical routes of administration. Preferred compositions include liposomes or penetration enhancers for the delivery of such moieties to dermal and/or epidermal tissue in an animal for investigative, therapeutic or prophylactic purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2011
    Assignee: Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Gregory E. Hardee, Phillip Dan Cook, David J. Ecker, Yali Jennifer Tsai, Michael V. Templin
  • Publication number: 20090326045
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods which enhance the delivery of oligonucleotides and other nucleosidic moieties via topical routes of administration. Preferred compositions include liposomes or penetration enhancers for the delivery of such moieties to dermal and/or epidermal tissue in an animal for investigative, therapeutic or prophylactic purposes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 21, 2009
    Publication date: December 31, 2009
    Applicant: Isis Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Gregory E. Hardee, Phillip Dan Cook, David J. Ecker, Yali Jennifer Tsai, Michael V. Templin
  • Patent number: 6841539
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods which enhance the delivery of oligonucleotides and other nucleosidic moieties via topical routes of administration. Preferred compositions include liposomes or penetration enhancers for the delivery of such moieties to dermal and/or epidermal tissue in an animal for investigative, therapeutic or prophylactic purposes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 20, 1999
    Date of Patent: January 11, 2005
    Assignee: ISIS Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Rahul C. Mehta, Gregory E. Hardee, Phillip Dan Cook, David J. Ecker, Yali Jennifer Tsai, Michael V. Templin
  • Publication number: 20030027780
    Abstract: The present invention is related to non-parenteral multiparticulate formulations capable of transporting therapeutic, prophylactic and diagnostic agents across mucosal membranes such as gastrointestinal, buccal, nasal, rectal and vaginal. Formulations comprise a plurality of carrier particles, an agent to be delivered across a mucosal membrane, and a penetration enhancer. The drug is adhered to the surface of the carrier particle or is impregnated within by electrostatic, covalent or mechanical forces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 8, 2002
    Publication date: February 6, 2003
    Inventors: Gregory E. Hardee, Lloyd G. Tillman, Maria Gonzalez-Ferreiro, Rahul C. Mehta, Ching-Leou Teng
  • Patent number: 6083923
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising sterically stabilized liposomes containing antisense oligonucleotides are provided for the modulation of expression of the human ras gene in both the normal (wildtype) and activated (mutant) forms.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 1997
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2000
    Assignee: Isis Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Inventors: Gregory E. Hardee, Richard S. Geary, Arthur Levin, Michael V. Templin, Randy Howard, Rahul C. Mehta