Abstract: A stomach-action molluscicide, which includes a metal complexone and a suitable additive for enhancing the molluscicidal activity of the metal complexone. The additive may be selected from a surfactant or an additional source of ferric ions. Examples of the surfactant include sodium dodecyl sulphate or sorbitan monostearate, while an example of the additional source of ferric ions is ferric orthophosphate.

Abstract: A therapeutical soap for treating areas of human skin exposed to insect bites or the venom of marine organisms and poisonous plants contains an enzyme, exfoliating agent and a disinfectant. Use of the soap relieves the itching and swelling resulting from such bites or stings.

Abstract: A novel composition has been discovered for decontaminating biofilm-contaminated surfaces (the “Biocidal Complex”). The novel composition both kills bacteria and destroys at least a part of the biofilm. The composition comprises an effective amount of a free-radical generating compound (e.g., hydrogen peroxide), a disinfectant from the “GRAS” list of food-safe compounds (e.g., thymol), and an acid sulfate such as sodium bisulfate (NaHSO4) to acidify the solution and help catalyze free radical formation. A preferred method of using this invention employs a multi-component approach that permits long-term storage of the components in a stable, concentrated form. Immediately before use, the components are mixed and then applied to the biofilm-contaminated surface. A separate metal catalyst for the generation of free-radicals may be added to increase the production of free radicals in the Biocidal Complex.

Abstract: A granular controlled-release pesticide comprising “core” granules such as ammonium sulfate, an inner polymer membrane formed in situ on said granules of ammonium sulfate, an acephate pesticide applied to the inner polymer membrane on the core granules, and an outer controlled-release polyurethane membrane formed in situ on said pesticide to permit controlled release of the pesticide.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition and method for the treatment of white line disease, including ailments such as Onychomycosis, sporotichosis, hoof rot, jungle rot, pseudallecheria boydii, scopulariopsis or athletes foot. The composition of the present invention is useful for the treatment of fungal infections such as Onychomycosis in warm blooded animals such as humans and horses. The method of the present invention is directed to the application of a therapeutic amount of the present composition.

Abstract: Insect and animal control compositions and method in which a polymer and solvent are selected to provide a cross-linked film with matrices of sufficient capacity for trapping and being plated by an active ingredient particularly methyl nonyl ketone and other ingredients such as UV light absorber and fragrance, near transparency to UV light, flexibility, and susceptibility to slow degradation by environmental factors so to release the active ingredient, and the composition sprayed onto an area to be controlled.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for increasing the efficiency of surfactants and to a method for suppressing lamellar mesophases in microemulsions. Additive block co-polymers with a water-soluble block A and a water-insoluble part B are added to the surfactants. The efficiency of surfactants can be in-creased to a substantial extent by using said compounds as additives. The formation of undesirable lamellar mesophases in microemulsions is suppressed by adding said block co-polymers.

Abstract: A solid surface material with a filler and an antibacterial agent in a thermoset or thermoplastic matrix, which has antibacterial effectiveness that can be restored when lost or diminished with time and use.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for killing ectoparasites on a subject. Compositions containing a fatty acid ester, e.g., isopropyl myristate, effective for killing ectoparasites is described. Also described are compositions containing a fatty acid ester and a siloxane (e.g. decacyclomethicone). The compositions can also contain a mectin and/or a mycin, and S-methoprene. The compositions are useful against a variety of ectoparasites that afflict humans, animals, and plants, e.g., head lice, fleas, body lice, crab lice, scabies, ticks, and plant parasites.

Abstract: The present invention utilizes the non-sporulating mycelial stage of insect-specific parasitic fungi. The fungus can be present on grain, attracting the pest, and also infecting it through digestion. More than one fungus can be used in combination. The matrix of fungi can be dried or freeze-dried, packaged and reactivated for as an effective bioinsecticide.

Abstract: The entomopathogenic fungus Paecilomyces fumosoroseus and certain related species, such as P. javanicus are useful for controlling infestations by subterranean termites, particularly those belonging to the family Rhinotermitidae. The family Rhinotermitidae includes two species of subterranean termites having extremely high economic importance in the United States; namely the Formosan subterranean termite (Coptotermes formosanus Shiraki), and the native (North American) subterranean termite (Reticulitermes flavipes). Large numbers of infectious propagules of the fungus, such as blastospores and conidia can be readily cultured on media that are easily and inexpensively prepared and incorporated into formulations for controlling termites. These fungi are useful for protecting living trees, plants, wood, wood structures, and other cellulosic materials susceptible to termite infestation and damage.

Abstract: An animal controllant comprises a shellfish waste material mixed with a binding agent and applied to plants such that the controllant repels or attracts animals therefrom, depending on the animal desired to be controlled. The shellfish waste material typically comprises shell and/or tissue material of crab, lobster, mussel, shrimp, clam, oyster, and mixtures thereof, and the binding agent typically comprises clay, corn oil and/or ground corn. A colorant such as alfalfa, which may also act as a binder, may also be added to the controllant formulation. The controllant may be applied to plants by itself or with the aid of an adhesive. The repellent may also be applied to a substrate such as a flag or a protective tube, which is then positioned on or about the plant.

Abstract: Methods for treating patients in which damaged tissue or an indwelling prosthetic device or catheter has a bacterial biofilm growing thereon, to at least partially disrupt said biofilm, by administering at least one antibacterial enzyme that is lethal or damaging to the biofilm-forming bacteria in an amount that is effective to at least partially disrupt the biofilm upon contact therewith. Methods for prophylactically treating a patient, and methods for disinfecting or sterilizing a surface ex-vivo to remove a biofilm or prevent biofilm growth are also disclosed, as well as implantable articles susceptible to biofilm growth to which a prophylactic coating of an antibacterial enzyme has been applied.

Abstract: A planting method for preventing pests, especially snails, is disclosed. The method includes the steps of (a) providing a biodegradable material, (b) adding a pesticide into the biodegradable material, and (c) spreading the pesticide-added biodegradable material on a plant-growing substrate. Therefore, a plant growing on the plant-growing substrate will not undergo the damage of pests.

Abstract: A deer repellent to deter deer from eating trees, shrubs and plants. The deer repellent is a mixture of milk, eggs, corn oil and sodium lauryl sulfate. The mixture is blended and applied to the foliage with a sprayer to prevent unwanted deer browse.

Abstract: Microbiological control is achieved by continuously and inexpensively dosing water in contact with biofilm, or that comes into contact with biofilm, using a highly effective biocide that provides very effective microbiocidal control of planktonic microorganisms and of biofilm species, even where the biofilm infestations have been in existence for long periods of time and thus have encased themselves in a substantial quantity of slimy defensive polysaccharide layers or films. In addition, the biocide used makes possible significant reduction in copper and/or iron surfaces in contact with the water as compared to N,N′-bromochloro-5,5-dimethyl hydantoin. Still other advantages are made possible by the described technology.

Abstract: A method of using peracid/acid compositions, where the mole ratio of acid to peracid is less than about 3:1, to treat field or greenhouse grown plant tissue, seeds, fruits, and growing media and containers is described. The peracid/acid system can lower the natural, plant pathogen and human pathogenic microbial load resulting in less waste to molding, spoilage, and destruction because of pathogenic poisons.

Abstract: An animal repellent formulation particularly suited to deer and geese, and a method for warding off the animals from a vegetated area. The formulation is an admixture of water, Rosemary oil emulsion and mint oil emulsion. Additional agents can be added, such as a thickener, white distilled vinegar, salt and dry eggs. The formulation can be applied to a support medium, such as clay or a length of rope, and then associated with the vegetation to be protected. The formulation can also be formed into a viscous composition and used in containers near the vegetation to be protected.

Abstract: The invention relates to storage stable insect repellent emulsion formulations containing N,N-Diethyl-m-toluamide, together with water, a film-forming polymer and an emulsifier-emulsion stabilizer.

Abstract: An absorbent article for inhibiting the production of exoproteins from Gram positive bacteria, such as potentially harmful proteins produced by Staphylococcus species, is described. The absorbent article is particularly useful for inhibiting the production of TSST-1, alpha-toxin and/or enterotoxins A, B and C from S. aureus bacterium. An alkyl polyglycoside is incorporated into the absorbent article. For example, alkyl polyglycoside may be coated on the fibers of a liquid-permeable cover of a catamenial tampon.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are disclosed for treating a hair-bearing surface of a warm-blooded animal, including humans, dogs and cats infested with an ectoparasitic insect, such as lice and/or fleas. Compositions and methods are also disclosed for preventing the infestation or re-infestation of an ectoparasitic insect, such as lice and/or fleas on a hair-bearing surface of a warm-blooded animal, including humans, dogs and cats. The compositions include either a water-soluble polyalkylene glycol or a water-soluble polyalkylene oxide mixed with a polymer or copolymer comprising polyalkylene oxide having carboxylic acid-containing residues. Methods of the invention include topical application to a hair-bearing surface of an effective amount of a composition of this invention, and maintaining the same on the surface for a sufficient period of time to treat the surface.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical dosage form composition is composed of an ethylcellulose that has an ethoxyl range lower limit of 49.6%, an a viscosity of less than 53 cps and at least one active pharmaceutical ingredient. This dosage form is highly compressible and compactible forming harder tables or pellets with better release retardation than comparable prior art tablets.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of controlling insect infestation whereby an insecticidal coating having an extended residual period of a few months to a year is applied to a surface. A removable cover may be positioned near the surface to create a substantially darkened region to exploit some insects' natural tendencies to hide in dark places during daylight hours. Alternatively, the insecticide may be applied prior to the hatching of the insect eggs to control the population upon hatching. The method is especially effective for controlling the presence of gypsy moth caterpillars on trees. The present method may be accomplished by covering a portion of a tree trunk with an insecticidal coating containing an active ingredient such as chlorpyrifos, pyrethroid, permethrin, or tralomethrin and covering the coated area with burlap. In addition, the method of the present invention can be used to control the presence of insects on the sides of houses or other structures.

Abstract: Insect repellent compositions more efficient than those comprising Tarchonanthus camphoratus (or fractions of such extracts) alone, the insect repellant compositions of the invention comprising an extract of Tarchonanthus camphoratus (or fractions of such extracts), and a natural or synthetic triglyceride, wherein the total amount of said extract and said triglyceride is an insect repellent active amount. Also disclosed is a method for synergistically enhancing the insect repellent activity of an extract of Tarchonanthus camphorates, and a method for repelling insects.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to compositions and devices for controlling insects and, in particular, houseflies. Insecticidal compositions of the present invention comprise spinosad and, optionally, insect foodstuffs and attractants. The devices of the invention are directed to a housefly bait device that includes an insecticidal composition of the present invention. The invention also concerns methods for controlling insects, such as houseflies, using the present compositions and devices.

Abstract: Bioresorbable blends are presented for use in the manufacture of surgical implants. The blends comprise a bioresorbable copolymer and a further bioresorbable polymer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sustained release and long residing opthalmic formulation having thermosensitivity, mucoadhesiveness, hydro gel properties and small particle size. The said formulation comprises micelle solution of random block co-polymer having a hydrophobic component and a hydrophillic component of general formula —(X+Y+Z-)m, and at least one hydrophobic drug with the block co-polymer solution. The invention also provides a process of preparing said formulation.

Abstract: This invention provides a pest repellent of the type which is not only applied to the skin directly but capable of preventing harm from the noxious insects, especially bloodsuckers such as mosquitoes and flies, by inhibiting them from entering the inside of the dwelling. The pest repellent is characterized in that it contains hyssop oil as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Compositions including zinc compounds and select amino acids in a carrier base, and methods of skin treatment with such compositions, are described. The compositions are useful for healing skin and minimizing the irritation incurred from contact with the zinc compound without loss of zinc availability during absorption into the integument.

Abstract: A multi-phase suspoemulsion containing as essential components a) 1 to 50% by weight of particular fungicidal benzimidazoles or precursors liberating them as microsuspended solids particles, b) 5 to 60% by weight of an emulsion comprising a fungicidal ingredient (b1) and, in combination with (b1), at least one component (b2) or (b3), in a water diluted form is useful to protected timber against fungal timber pests; (b1) represents the fungicidal compounds fenpropimorph, fenpropidin, tridemorph, aldimorph and spiroxamine, (b2) represents particular azole fungicides, and (b3) represents particular benzoic esters.

Abstract: Solid water-dispersible compositions containing microencapsulated pesticides are produced by spray-drying an aqueous suspension of said pesticides in the presence of a water-soluble polymer.

Abstract: Microcapsules formed from an aminoplast shell wall and an encapsulated ingredient or ingredients enclosed within the wall in which the wall contains a base-cleavable ester moiety. These capsules have been found to be sensitive to the presence of base such that in the presence of base, the capsule walls are relatively quickly disintegrated or degraded so as to produce a relatively quick release of the encapsulated materials. Microcapsules of this invention are particularly suitable for use in controlling insects having an alkaline gut such as certain lepidoptera in that the capsule shell wall may be designed so as to quickly disintegrate under the alkaline conditions present in the gut of the insect thus providing a microcapsule which is safe to handle but which is selectively effective against certain undesirable insects while not harmful to beneficial insects or insects which do not feed on the capsule materials.

Abstract: An agent for preventing generation of noxious odors in a commode which provides an energy source for bacteria to the exclusion of sulfates for a period of time and comprises a mixture of one of calcium nitrate, CaN2O6, or calcium nitrate tetra hydrate, CaN2O6.4H2O, and ammonium nitrate, NH4NO3. A mixture is prepared using 200-1000 grams of calcium nitrate or 1.37(200-1000) grams of tetra hydrate and 1.25 to 12 grams of ammonium nitrate in de-ionized water having a ph of 5 to 9 to produce one liter of the mixture. A fragrance and a coloring agent may optionally be added. The resulting mixture is then mixed one-half ounce to one liter or one-half gallon of water. This will keep the commode fresh without change for a period of twenty-four to thirty-six hours.

Abstract: The present invention relates to mixtures of avermectins, 22,23-dihydroavermectin B1 (ivermectin) and milbemycins from the class of the macrocyclic lactones with agonists or antagonists of the nicotinergic acetylcholine receptors of insects, if appropriate in the presence of other active compounds and diluents or excipients.

Abstract: A micro-encapsulated pepper-mustard composition which comprises positioning pepper and mustard mixtures within a cluster of surfactant molecules, i.e. micelles, dispersed in water. This micro-encapsulation process involves first forming the micelles in water by exceeding the given critical micelle concentration for either one, two, or three different surfactant types. The active ingredient, pepper and mustard, is then added to this mixture and subsequently emulsified into small liquid drops in order to facilitate swelling of the micelles by way of migration or diffusion of the active ingredient molecules through the water phase and into the micelles. The resulting encapsulated pepper and mustard is effectively stabilized by the surfactant molecules, and the resulting stabilized micro-encapsulated dispersion will not undergo phase separation.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition and anti-parasitic treatment using the same, wherein the composition includes, in a combined pesticidally effective amount (a) carbaryl and (b) a compound having the formula wherein: R1 is CN; R2 is S(O)nR3, 4,5-dicyanoimidazol-2-yl or haloalkyl; R3 is alkyl or haloalkyl; R4 is hydrogen, halogen, NR5R6, S(O)mR7, C(O)R7, C(O)O—R7, alkyl, haloalkyl, OR8 or —N═C(R9)(R10); R5 and R6 independently are hydrogen, alkyl, haloalkyl, C(O)alkyl, alkoxycarbonyl or S(O)rCF3; or R5 and R6 together form a divalent alkylene radical which is optionally interrupted by one or two divalent heteroatoms selected from the group consisting of oxygen and sulfur; R7 is alkyl or haloalkyl; R8 is alkyl, haloalkyl or hydrogen; R9 is alkyl or hydrogen; R10 is phenyl or heteroaryl optionally substituted by one or more halogen, OH, —O-alkyl, —S-alkyl, cyano or alkyl; R11 and R12 are, independently of each other, hydrogen, halogen, CN or NO2; R13 is halogen, haloalkyl, h

Abstract: A composition for removal of lice ova or nits from the hair of human subjects comprises about 1-50% by weight of dimethylisosorbide (DMI) in an aqueous vehicle having a neutral to acidic pH. The composition is preferably in the form of a gel or a liquid shampoo, the shampoo preferably including an active pediculicidal or ovicidal agent. A method of removing lice ova from human hair comprises the application of the novel composition to the hair and subsequent removal thereof, e.g., by rinsing with water. Any unremoved ova can be physically dislodged by combing. The composition can also be included with a fine tooth nit comb in a kit for removal of lice ova from human hair.

Abstract: A method of arresting the flow of blood and other protein containing body fluids flowing from an open wound and for promoting wound healing. In the method, a substantially anhydrous compound of a salt ferrate is provided for a unique use which, when hydrated after mixing with a victim's own blood or other aqueous media, produces Fe+++ thereby promoting clotting when applied in a paste form to the wound for a time sufficient to arrest substantial further blood and other body fluid flow from the wound. The compound is formed of a ferrate (VI) salt taken from the group consisting of H, Li, Na, K, Rb, Cs and Fr. However, to decrease or eliminate stinging sensation, the compound may be formed having a ferrate (VI) salt taken from the group consisting of Be, Mg, Ca, Sr, Ba, Ra, Ti, V, Cr, Mn, Fe, Co, Ni, Cu, Zn, Ga, Ge, Zr, Nb, Mo, Tc, Ru, Rh, Pd, Ag, Cd, In, Sn, Hf, Ta, W, Re, Os, Ir, Pt, Au, Hg, TI, Pb, Bi, Al, As, NH4 and N(C4H9)4.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for administering compositions in solutions for killing adult lice and the ova comprising water, PVM/MA Decadiene crosspolymers, propylene glycol, a mixture of cetyl and stearyl alcohols, Ceteareth-20; stearalkonium chloride; benzyl alcohol; hexylene glycol; pentylene glycol, isopropyl alcohol; a mixture of spinosyn A and spinosyn D in a weight ratio of 80:20, BHT; and sodium hydroxide.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the present invention relates to a pesticide delivery system, containing a continuous film having a thickness from about 1 &mgr;m to about 1,000 &mgr;m and noncontinuous areas having sizes less than about 100 &mgr;m, the continuous film containing a particulate material wherein at least 90% by weight of the particulate material has a particle size of about 10 microns or less, and a pest control agent at least partially coating the particulate material.

Abstract: An insecticidal and miticidal composition comprising as active ingredients 4-bromo-2-(4-chloro-phenyl)-1-(ethoxymethyl)-5-(trifluoromethyl)pyrrole-3-carbonitrile and a pyrethroid insecticidal ingredient(s). This insecticidal and miticidal composition is effective against pests and mites which are resistant against the insecticidal and miticidal agents on the market.

Abstract: The present invention comprises methods and compositions for use in inhibiting egg production by parasitic trematode worms comprising administering to an individual in need thereof an effective amount of an agent which transiently inhibits the influx of calcium through a cell membrane calcium channel. Inhibition of egg production in the worms ameliorates many of the symptoms and pathology related to infection by trematode related diseases, including Schistosomiasis. The methods can also effect disease transmission by reducing the number of eggs released into the environment available to continue the worm life cycle.

Abstract: An agricultural composition of a garlic extract solution having a concentration greater than 10% by weight of a garlic extract of the garlic extract solution is disclosed. Also disclosed is an agricultural composition of a garlic extract having a concentration of greater than 10% by weight of a garlic extract and a treatment agent. So further disclosed is a method of making a garlic extract of a predetermined concentration. The method includes determining the amount of a garlic puree, separating a substantial amount of a garlic extract from the garlic puree, and adding an inert liquid to the garlic extract to form a predetermined concentration of the extract.

Abstract: The application of film-forming compositions to aquatic sites, especially aquatic breeding sites for control of surface-active aquatic breeding insects other than black flies, especially for immature mosquitos, has been found to be enhanced when different compounds than those suggested in the prior art are used. The compounds according to the present invention comprise film-forming chemicals which are biodegradable, nonionic, insoluble or partially soluble in water, and include C6, C7, C8, C9, C10, and C11 alcohol ethoxylates, propoxylates, and/or alkoxylates with an average of one (1) to five (5) moles of ethylene and/or propylene oxide per mole of alcohol, and mixtures thereof. The compositions may be applied directly as liquids or released into the aquatic environment from a carrier, such as a biodegradable, water-erodible, water-soluble or water-dispersible carrier.

Abstract: A stable medicated animal care formulation including, by weight; (a) 0.1-10% of an active agricultural ingredient, of an animal care and/or veterinary reagents, (b) 0.0002-40% of a microemulsion concentrate including: (i) 0-10% of a castor oil ethoxylate or tristyryl phenol ethoxylate, (ii) 0-1% of an ethoxylated phosphoric acid as pH buffer, (iii) 0.0002-4% of a N—C8-C18 alkyl pyrrolidone and (iv) 0-6% of a N—C1-C4 alkyl pyrrolidone, (c) a surfactant with shampoo properties, and (d) water, wherein (c)+(d) is 50-99.4%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions which contain at least one cationic polymer and at least one active molecule contained in at least one micro or nanoparticulate vector, and their use for treating living or inert surfaces.

Abstract: An anti-fungal treatment, for use on skin, comprising an anti-fungal component and a skin treating component. The skin treating component either absorbs moisture on the skin to make an undesirable environment for the fungus, or treats the skin to allow the anti-fungal component to penetrate, allow the skin to heal, and to create an unpleasant, oily environment for the fungus. The anti-fungal component is a combination of goldenseal root powder with ipe roxo powder and poke root powder. The skin treating component is either a skin softening mixture, such as D-alpha tocopherol and olive oil, or is a dehydrator, such as arrowroot and ball clay. A further combined anti-fungal and aromatic component preferably comprises lavender oil, and may also comprise teatree oil.

Abstract: An agricultural composition of a garlic extract solution having a concentration greater than 10% by weight of a garlic extract of the garlic extract solution is disclosed. Also disclosed is an agricultural composition of a garlic extract having a concentration of greater than 10% by weight of a garlic extract and a treatment agent. So further disclosed is a method of making a garlic extract of a predetermined concentration. The method includes determining the amount of a garlic puree, separating a substantial amount of a garlic extract from the garlic puree, and adding an inert liquid to the garlic extract to form a predetermined concentration of the extract.

Abstract: A composition is provided which serves as a pediculicide for topical application to the hair and scalp of humans and other animals. The solutions take the form of a mousse, shampoo and a detergent. The active ingredient is a saponin, preferably derived from yucca extract.

Abstract: A planting method for preventing pests, especially snails, is disclosed. The method includes the steps of (a) providing a biodegradable material, (b) adding a pesticide into the biodegradable material, and (c) spreading the pesticide-added biodegradable material on a plant-growing substrate. Therefore, a plant growing on the plant-growing substrate will not undergo the damage of pests.