Abstract: A method for alleviating the symptoms of a cosmetic or dermatologic skin condition is described. An effective amount of a poly(hydroxy acid)/polymer conjugate in a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable vehicle is provided. Topical compositions of the conjugates with another cosmetic or dermatological agent, and compounds of the conjugates having attached physiologically active functional groups, are also provided.

Abstract: An antiinfective-free formulation for prophylactic treatment of mastitis in dry cows comprises a seal formulation having approximately 65% by weight of bismuth sub-nitrate in a gel based on aluminium stearate. The seal formulation is prepared by adding the bismuth sub-nitrate to the gel base in at least two separate stages.

Abstract: A deer repellent formulation and method for warding off a deer from a shrub or plant. The formulation is an admixture of water, eggs, adhesive and animal blood. Hot peppers can also be added to the formula. 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.

Abstract: Methods and compositions based upon natural flavonoid and aromatic aldehydes are provided, which find use as pesticides. The compositions are effective against pathogenic fungi and insects at concentrations which are not phytotoxic to the treated host plant. Infestations of a variety of plant parts can be treated, including those of leaves and roots. Susceptible organisms include rust, powdery mildew and aphids.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ant or yellow jacket bait that is particularly effective for controlling carpenter ants. The bait is comprised mostly of sugars in a viscous and fluid form that may be readily dispeised into an ant station at room temperatures, and provides a moist, sweet surface that is attractive to ants.

Abstract: The cosmetic composition includes hydrophobic lipophilic materials as the principle vehicle carrying the active ingredients in a continuous solid phase, the composition is formed into a hairstick by locating the composition in a container having means to mechanically extrude the composition out of the open end of the container. A unique process is provided for forming the composition and locating the composition in the container. In one embodiment the composition is layered alternately between removably impermeable membranes in the container such that when the top layer of composition is used, the next lower membrane may be removed to allow the next layer of composition to be used.

Abstract: The present invention teaches the composition of terminally modified, amino, polyether, siloxanes, known henceforth as amino siloxane alkokylates, and their use as adjuvants. The amino siloxane alkoxylates of the present invention enhance the efficacy of agrichemicals on plants as compared to conventional TSE's alone. The amino siloxane alkoxylates have at one end, an amine functionality and at the other end, a polyalkyleneoxide functionality.

Abstract: The present invention teaches the composition of terminally modified, amino, polyether, siloxanes, known henceforth as amino siloxane alkokylates, and their use as adjuvants. The amino siloxane alkoxylates of the present invention enhance the efficacy of agrichemicals on plants as compared to conventional TSE's alone. The amino siloxane alkoxylates have at one end, an amine functionality and at the other end, a polyalkyleneoxide functionality.

Abstract: Improved artificial diets or growth media are described which are suitable for rearing large numbers of viable and biologically fit arthropods, including zoophagous arthropods and phytophagous arthropods, including facultatively zoophagous arthropods. In a first embodiment, the growth medium is composed of a mixture of cooked egg, liquid, and carbohydrate source. In a second embodiment, the growth medium is composed of a plant-based phytophage diet which includes cooked egg yolk or cooked whole egg. In a third embodiment, the growth medium is composed of a mixture of cooked egg, liquid, and carbohydrate source in admixture with a plant-based phytophage diet which includes cooked egg yolk or cooked whole egg. The growth media are devoid of meat products or insect components and are suitable for mass production of arthropods at a reasonable cost for use in biological control programs or other biologically based technologies.

Abstract: Mites can be captured or detected in a convenient and positive way by using a composition containing 3-phenoxybenzyl chrysanthemate.

Abstract: Use of fatty acid esters as bioadhesive substances. The fatty acid esters have molecular weights below about 1000 dalton and the fatty acid component of the fatty acid ester is a saturated or unsaturated fatty acid having a total number of carbon atoms of from C8 to C22. Particularly suitable fatty acid esters for use according to the invention are fatty acid esters which are selected from the group consisting of fatty acid esters of polyhydric alcohols, fatty acid esters of hydroxycarboxylic acids, fatty acid esters of monosaccharides, fatty acid esters of glycerylphosphate derivatives, fatty acid esters of glycerylsulfate derivative, and mixtures thereof. Excellent bioadhesive properties have been observed for fatty acid esters are glyceryl monooleate, glyceryl monolinoleate or glyceryl monolinolenate.

Abstract: A water-resistant, film-forming topical antimicrobial composition, removable by high pH solution, made in accordance with the principles of the present invention includes a polyvinyl lactam, a broad spectrum antimicrobial agent, a copolymer of polyacrylate/polyoctylacrylamide, a pH sensitive acrylic polymer, and an alcohol. Preferably, the polyvinyl lactam is polyvinyl pyrrolidone. The preferred broad spectrum antimicrobial agent is iodine which is preferably complexed to the polyvinyl pyrrolidone. A process for making the film-forming topical antimicrobial composition is also provided.

Abstract: This invention relates to the treatment of diarrhea and related conditions caused by pathogenic E. coli infection. More specifically, this invention is drawn to the unexpected discovery that by administering a composition which binds and removes the shiga like toxins (SLT) produced by pathogenic E. coli whenever an antibiotic is administered, improved treatment is provided. Novel compositions containing both antibiotic and toxin binding composition and methods of treatment which use simultaneous administration toxin binding composition whenever antibiotic is administered are provided. These compositions and methods kill the enteric E. coli organisms which produce the conditions and neutralize the SLT produced by the organisms and/or released from the organisms when they are killed. Thus, these compositions and methods are better able to ameliorate the symptoms of the infection and inhibit progression of this infection into hemolytic uremic syndrome (HUS) than conventional treatment.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions containing biologically active compounds that slowly release the biologically active compound. These compositions may be directly incorporated into the locus to be protected or may be applied to a structure in a coating.

Abstract: A regenerative water treatment composition and a process of making a regenerative water treatment composition by retaining a first bacteria killing material such as a zinc in fluid proximity with a second bacteria killing material such as silver chloride for insitu killing of bacteria to allow the silver chloride to continue to kill or damage bacteria that comes into contact with the silver chloride while the zinc carries away the dead bacteria.

Abstract: Stable dispersions of certain pesticides in agricultural oil are provided. In particular, the dispersions include a particulate pesticide, agricultural oil, and an agricultural oil-soluble polymer, the polymer in some instances containing a copolymerized polar monomer. Also provided is a method for forming the stable dispersion.

Abstract: The invention discloses a mammalian teat dip for controlling mastitis, a method for preparing the composition and a method of treatment of mammals. The composition contains a film-forming polymer blend and at least one antimicrobial. The polymer blend contains a solvent-soluble, thermoplastic polyurethane and a hydrophilic poly(N-vinyl lactam). Upon application to mammalian skin, this composition leaves a long-lasting, water-resistant, residual, elastic film which treats and protects mammalian skin from infection.

Abstract: A light reflecting fish attractant comprised of mica flakes is provided. The mica flakes are cast into the water where they slowly sink to the bottom. During their descent, they cascade wildly with the eddies and currents of the water. The light which filters down into the water is reflected off the mica, causing a glittering or flashing. This reflected light attracts fish into the area. The mica flakes are chosen to be sized in the range of 0.001 inch to about 3.0 inch in length, in the range of 0.001 inch to about 3 inch in width and about any size larger than 0.001 inch in thickness. This size range permits the mica flakes to approximate the common sizes of fish scales. The mica flakes giving the appearance of fish scales attracts predator fish to the area where the mica flakes are introduced. After introducing the mica flakes to the water, the sportsman would introduce the fishing line to the area where the flakes have been placed.

Abstract: The invention provides a method and apparatus for detecting and controlling termites. The invention uses a tubular body with a triangular cross section to hold a cellulose bait impregnated with a slow acting toxicant. The tubular body is placed partly in the ground so that the length of the tubular body is along the surface of the ground. The top of the tubular body is transparent so that one can easily view the bait through the top of the tubular body.

Abstract: The invention relates to a cosmetic composition comprising (A) a polyhydric alcohol and (B) a finely particulate metal oxide, wherein water is substantially not contained. The cosmetic composition has an optimum viscosity, undergoes no precipitation of particles, spreads well upon use and has good easiness of washing off and is hence particularly useful as a massaging cosmetic.

Abstract: Room temperature cure, antimicrobial coatings that demonstrate a balance of properties including low dissolution and good cohesion and adhesion are provided. Such coatings generally exhibit a greater zone of microbial inhibition, greater cohesion and a greater degree of adhesion to target surfaces when compared to high temperature cure, antimicrobial, hydrophilic coatings.

Abstract: A composition for treating the gastrointestinal tract comprising a porous insoluble absorbent in which the pores of the insoluble absorbent are clogged by a coating material which causes the insoluble absorbent to adhere to the gastrointestinal lining. Active ingredients, including antacids, antibiotics, antibacterial agents, platelet inhibitors, antispasmodics, and soporifics, can be mixed with or absorbed into the composition.

Abstract: Described are a biodegradable sustained-release preparation which comprises a mixture of 99 to 10 parts by weight of an aliphatic polyester and 1 to 90 parts by weight of a modifier for the regulation of sustained releasability of an active ingredient, and the active ingredient held by said mixture; a biodegradable pheromone dispenser, wherein an aliphatic polyester is used as a sustained release layer for a pheromone contained therein as a liquid phase, said aliphatic polyester having recurring units whose ratio (I/II) of (I) the number of the carbon atoms constituting the main chain and not relating to ester linkage to (II) the number of the carbon atoms constituting the ester linkage is 2 or larger; and a biodegradable pest controlling agent which is obtained by mixing and dispersing an active ingredient and a carrier for holding said active ingredient in a biodegradable aliphatic polyester or which comprises 2 to 60 wt. % of an active ingredient, 30 to 95 wt.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cosmetic applicators comprised of a sheet of porous or absorbent material which is impregnated with an oil-in-water emulsion composition. The oil-in-water emulsion compositions comprises an oil phase comprising from about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of the emulsion composition of an oil-soluble moisturizing agent, dispersed in an aqueous phase. The oil-soluble moisturizer has a mean particle size ranging from about 0.05 to about 7 microns. The oil-in-water emulsion comprises from about 0.1% to about 5% by weight of the emulsion of a surfactant and from about 0.05% to about 5% by weight of the emulsion of particulates. The viscosity of the oil-in-water emulsion composition ranges from about 1 to about 500 centipoise.

Abstract: A composition comprising: an organic chemical having a chemical group having a dipole moment of at least about 1.5 Debyes and a chemical linker selected from the group consisting of carboxylic acids having 4 to 6 carbon atoms, an ethoxylated polyhydric alcohol, a polyvinyl pyrrolidone and a polyethylene glycol having a molecular weight of about 600 to about 10,000, wherein the molar ratio of organic chemical to chemical linker is about 4:1 to 1:4.

Abstract: A fungicidal composition the form of an aqueous emulsion is formed from 3-iodo-2-propynyl-N-butylcarbamate (IPBC), 2-(thiocyanomethylthio)benzothiazole (TCMTB), polyoxyethylene triglyceride, polyalkylene glycol ether, xanthan gum and dipropylene glycol. The composition is formed by adding a molten blend of polyoxyethylene triglyceride to a blend of IPBC and TCMTB, and then adding thereto a solution of xanthan gum in dipropylene glycol and water. The composition is particularly suited for the preservation of wet blue hides as obtained in the leather industry, and may also be used in the preservation of organic coatings delivered from aqueous media.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pesticide compositions in which at least one of the components of the composition is a polymeric material which reduces the rate of crystallization of the pesticide active ingredient in the composition. This invention also provides a method for reducing the rate of crystallization of pesticide active ingredients and a method for controlling pests comprising applying to the pest the polymer-containing composition.

Abstract: Hair conditioning compositions comprising 0.1-20% cationic conditioning agent, 0.1-30% fatty alcohol, 0.001-10% nonionic surfactant, 0.001-20% of a polysiloxane having D and T units, wherein the ratio of D units to T units in the polysiloxane is about 10 to 80 D units for every T unit; and 5-95% water; as well as a method for improving the fade resistance of color treated hair comprising applying to the hair an aqueous based hair care composition containing one or more hair treating active ingredients and a siloxane having D and T units, wherein the ratio of D units to T units in the siloxane is about 10 to 80 D units for every T unit.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the topical treatment of ectoparasites on animal skin utilizing a water-soluble or water-dispersible, substantially air-impermeable liquid composition.

Abstract: The use of alkane-1,2-diols for inactivating skin microorganisms by topical application includes 1,2-Octanediol used against the germs that cause acne and dandruff, as well as those that cause mastitis in dairy animals, and its activity strengthened by a synergistic interaction with gels such as glycerol poly(meth)acrylate.

Abstract: Alcohol based aerosol spray compositions which contain 1-20% of an alcohol-soluble polymer which, on evaporation, leaves on a sprayed surface a film which acts as a barrier to dust, dust mites and their faecal excretions. These compositions optionally can include an acaricidal ingredient, such as benzyl benzoate, and one or more antimicrobial ingredients such as a quaternary ammonium salt.

Abstract: The composition formed by mixing an organosilane with an ether. Water-stabilized organosilane compounds. A water stable composition made from the ether and organosilane composition and water. A method of treating a substrate by mixing or contacting the substrate with the product, compound, or composition of this invention for a period of time sufficient for treatment of the substrate. A treated substrate having adhered thereto the product, compound, or composition of this invention. A method of dyeing and treating a substrate. A method of antimicrobially treating a food article. A method of antimicrobially coating a fluid container. A method of antimicrobially coating a latex medical article.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprising particles of biological pesticides and particles of durable TiO.sub.2 in an amount sufficient to substantially coat the particles of biological pesticides and process for the preparation thereof are disclosed.

Abstract: A sprayable, film-forming active substance preparation for the application to plants is characterized by the fact that films which can be produced thereof are pressure-sensitive adhesive, water-insoluble, and at least partially biodegradable.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a composition adapted to be applied to coat a surface area of a vegetable in order to retard environmental degradation thereof. The composition comprises a film-former, a fungicide and a thickener distributed in a carrier liquid. The fungicide may be present in less than one percent (1%) by weight. The composition may include a pH buffer operative to maintain the pH of the mixture between 8.5-10.5. The film-former is operative to coalesce to form a film covering the surface area of the vegetable which is operative to retard dehydration thereof. The fungicide is entrapped throughout the film and is operative to inhibit mildew and fungus growth thereon. The present invention also provides a method of formulating a composition according to the present invention, as well as a method of protecting a decorative vegetable material using a composition according to the present invention.

Abstract: An article for placement on a surface and having a carrier body of cork in which a quantity of a repellent or insecticidal agent is stored for vaporization over a duration. The carrier body is provided with an electrostatic retainer or an adhesive strip for article rentention on a surface. Repellent or insecticidal agents include those from pyrethrum or an extract from seeds of the neem tree or diazanon, the latter when the article is used outdoors.

Abstract: Disclosed are kits of parts comprising a first container comprising a cyanoacrylate composition and a second container comprising a compatible antimicrobial agent and, in particular, a compatible iodine containing antimicrobial agent. Mixture of these compositions provide for in situ formation of an antimicrobial polymeric cyanoacrylate film on mammalian skin.

Abstract: Disclosed are cyanoacrylate compositions comprising a compatible antimicrobial agent and, in particular, a compatible iodine containing antimicrobial agent. These compositions provide for in situ formation of an antimicrobial polymeric cyanoacrylate film on mammalian skin.

Abstract: A composition comprising two suspensions: A) an aqueous suspension of microcapsules containing biologically active materials and B) an adhesive suspension of adhesive microspheres. The composition is useful for adhering microencapsulated biologically active material onto an intended substrate.

Abstract: This invention relates to chewable objects for animals which contain, as a dentally therapeutic ingredient, one or more cationic substances. The inventive therapeutic animal chews are of sufficient durability to allow for a chewing cycle long enough for the release of the aforementioned cationic substances into saliva. Furthermore, the inventive animal chews may contain an effective amount of a counter-ionic compound, such as an alkali metal salt, to allow for rapid solubilization of said cationic antimicrobial substance into the saliva of an animal chewing thereupon, especially when delivered or carried on a carrier having a negatively charged surface.

Abstract: Adhesive antimicrobial dental compositions and methods for forming and using compositions are disclosed. The compositions are primarily useful as pulp caps and dentin liners. The composition includes an alkyl methacrylate having an oxyphosphorus group, a polymerization initiator and an antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial agent can be organohalogens, antibiotics, alkali metal hydroxides, alkaline earth metal oxides and alkaline earth metal hydroxides. The compositions have high dentin tensile bond strength, are stable as a single component or package system, can be polymerized in situ, prevent ingress by microorganisms into an area of a tooth treated with the compositions and can be syringe delivered.

Abstract: This invention provides a pharmaceutical preparation or cosmetic, and a method for effectively inhibiting the abnormal accumulation of extra-cellular matrices. In addition, a method for preventing or treating a disease resulting from the abnormal accumulation of extra-cellular matrices is also disclosed. The pharmaceutical preparation or cosmetic contains as an effective ingredient at least one substance selected from the group consisting of the extract of a plant belonging to the genus Artemisia, the genus Forsythia, the genus Sophorak the genus Pheutn the genus GI rhiza, the genus Arctium, the genus Anemarrhena, the genus Aralia, the genus Anelicia, the genus Akebia or the genus Atractylodes, the genus Akebia or the genus Atractilodes, malotilate, 2,2'-dipyridyl and o-phenanthroline.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the treatment of individual plants with solid shaped plant treatment agents which are introduced into the sap conduction paths of the plants, new solid shaped plant treatment agents and their production.

Abstract: A method of applying a layer-form active ingredient depot with delayed release of active ingredients to plants or plant parts, having at least one pressure-sensitively adhering matrix layer (A) which comprises active ingredient and is in two-dimensional contact with the plant surface, and one back layer (B) which is essentially free from and impermeable to active ingredient and is on the side remote from the plant is characterized in that the layer (A) is produced by painting in the desired two-dimensional pattern at the site of application on the plant from a spreadable, pressure-sensitively adhering, polymer-based composition which comprises active ingredient and then on the said layer (A) the layer (B) is produced by painting or spraying.

Abstract: A lipstick composition containing a nonaqueous polymer dispersion in which the polymer is dispersed in a volatile silicone and perfluoroalkyl denaturated silicone or perfluoroalkyl denaturated methylphenyl polysiloxane with a specific structure. Also a lipstick composition containing volatile silicone oil and or volatile hydrocarbon oil and perfluoroalkyl denaturated silicone and or perfluoroalkyl denaturated methylphenyl polysiloxane with a specific structure.

Abstract: A method of controlling plant infestation by fungus or insects by administering to a plant an aqueous solution that includes a chelating agent, humic acid and an alpha-keto acid.

Abstract: A composition and process for protection against infection wherein the composition containsa) 10 to 100 g/l of polyvinyl alcohol polymers or copolymers having molecular weights from 18,000 to 200,000 as the film forming component,b) 0.2 to 3 g/l of iodine in the form of polyvinyl pyrrolidone iodine and/or 5 to 50 g/l of chlorhexidine as the disinfecting agent, andc) 2 to 50 g/l of ether carboxylic acids corresponding to formula R--(OC.sub.2 H.sub.4).sub.n --OCH.sub.2 --COOH, where R is an alkyl group containing 4 to 10 carbon atoms and n is a number of 2 to 8.

Abstract: The present invention relates to rodenticidal foams based on hydrophilic polymers, of the following composition:a) rodenticidal active compound,b) hydrophilic polymers having an average molecular weight of 2,000 to 60,000 (determined by means of gel permeation chromatography (GPC) from the series consisting of ling-chain polyurethanes, polyesters, polyester-polyols, polystyrenes, polybutadienes and maleic acid polymers, which are in each case modified in the polymer chain by carboxylic acid groups or amino groups,c) long-chain aliphatic C.sub.6 -C.sub.22 -fatty acids, such as palmitic acid, dodecanoic acid and stearic acid, or alkali metal, alkaline earth metal and ammonium salts thereof,d) and if appropriate further auxiliaries from the series consisting of dyestuffs, emulsifiers, solvents, perservatives, attractants and baits.

Abstract: What is described herein are matrices, emulsion concentrates and aqueous use formulations of fungicides, effective for wood preservation applications, having increased penetration and rainfastness properties.

Abstract: Improved film-forming skin protectant compositions are provided which are capable of forming a long-lasting elastic barrier film when applied to skin; the compositions have particular utility as barrier teat dips, for protecting cows against mastitis, especially during their susceptible non-lactating periods. The compositions include a film-forming component (preferably a mixture of polyether polyurethane and benzoin gum) dispersed in a compatible carrier and further having a minor amount of nitrocellulose incorporated therein in order to increase the time of adherence of the composition to skin, as compared with an otherwise identical composition without nitrocellulose. The compositions may also include a germicide (e.g., chlorhexidine diacetate), and a coloring dye. The most preferred compositions include polyether polyurethane, benzoin gum, a solvent system made up of tetrahydrafuran and a lower alcohol, and chlorhexidine diacetate.