Abstract: A method for treating infections, bacterial, fungal and parasitic in origin, especially infections of organs such as the vagina and skin, is provided and involves administering to a patient in need thereof a composition comprising boric acid and acetic acid, in effective amounts. Such a composition is especially useful as a broad based treatment of vaginal infections of unknown bacterial or fungal origin and can be used without the need for medical diagnosis or while such a diagnosis is being determined. Such a composition is effective, safe, providing an alternative to existing forms of treatment which are toxic and is environmentally friendly.

Abstract: Novel insecticidal compositions are described which are particularly effective against insect pests such as cockroaches, ants, termites, crickets, flies and the like, which contain an effective amount of insecticide and a synergistic effective amount of water powder. The compositions, preferably using boric acid as an insecticide, and preferably in the form of a paste or dust bait, kill such pests more quickly or allow lower concentrations of insecticide to be used in such compositions.

Abstract: An insecticide composition is enhanced from the standpoint of its ability to be absorbed by insects, such as red fire ants, particularly dithiophosphate ester pesticides by the addition of a small amount of a water soluble non-aromatic polyorganic acid or salt form thereof such as polyaspartic acid, particularly preferred with a molecular weight in the range of about 3000 to 40,000.

Abstract: Insecticidal bait composition for cockroaches and a related method of its use for the control of cockroach infestations. The composition contains boric acid in an amount between about 5 to about 40 wt. % based on the total weight of the composition together with an amount of attractant foodbaits for attracting the roaches to the composition so they will consume it. The preferred composition contains between about 30 and 35 wt. % boric acid and the foodbaits making up the remainder of the composition consist of crushed yellow onions and cane sugar each in an amount equal to about 12.5 wt. % of the remainder composition, and milk and flour each equal to about 37.5% of the remainder of the composition. The preferred composition has a gummy paste-like consistency and is particularly well-suited for application to cracks, crevices and other pest pathways.

Abstract: Methods and compositions, which rely upon borax toxicants, to control Tephritidae fruit fly populations below economic thresholds are disclosed. More particularly, methods and compositions which utilize borax toxicants are disclosed which cause the Tephritidae fruit flies to die prematurely or which interfere with the female Tephritidae fruit flies to produce eggs for a period of about seven days. A preferred borax toxicant is borax wherein an effective amount in the compositions to accomplish the above is between at least about 0.01M and about 0.12M or more. A lethal amount of borax that should be consumed by the fruit flies in about a 24 hour period is believed to be between at least about 5 mM and about 10 mM or more, whereas the amount of borax that should be consumed by the female fruit flies within about a 24 hour period to prevent the female fruit flies from producing eggs for about seven days or longer is believed to be at least about 2.5 mM and 5 mM or more.

Abstract: Dust mites are a pest that is present in most homes. Their fecal pellets are known to be a significant cause of allergies. A method for controlling dust mites includes providing a 5% disodium octaborate tetrahydrate (DOT) solution, and applying it to an infested surface, such as a carpet or bedding, with a hot water vacuum. The solution is applied evenly, and is partially extracted by the vacuum on the same stroke, so that the surface is left relatively dry. The application and extraction process also cleans the surface by removing dirt and a significant number of dust mites and their fecal pellets. The residual solution kills most of the dust mites, but it poses an insignificant health exposure to humans. After drying, the applied DOT also resists removal by subsequent dry vacuuming, so that it remains effective for many weeks.

Abstract: A novel method and compositions are disclosed for the treatment of water in recirculating water systems. The method includes providing a boron level of at least 20 ppm in the water, continually eroding into the water a compressed sanitizer/algicide component including a halogen source material, a boron source material, and glycoluril, and periodically adding to the water an oxidizing clarifier comprising a chlorine source material, a non-halogen, chlorine source material, and a boron source material. The invention also provides novel water treatment chemicals including the compressed sanitizer/algicide component and the clarifier useful in the foregoing system. The system and compositions are safe and reliable, control algal and fungal growth and generally provide improved water quality for recirculating water systems.

Abstract: A pest-controlling composition comprised of a borate compound and a compound resulting in elevated concentrations of cyclic AMP, such as a phosphodiesterase enzyme (PDE) inhibitor, or a formamidine. The borate compound of the pest-controlling composition has increased toxicity as compared to a borate compound acting alone.

Abstract: The invention discloses methods for 1) preventing and/or mitigating microbiologically influenced corrosion (MIC) and 2) controlling and/or reducing the growth of at least one anaerobic, facultative anaerobic, or microaerophilic microorganism, which includes the step of adding or applying a composition containing a borate salt to an area susceptible to MIC and/or growth of anaerobic, facultative anaerobic, or microaerophilic microorganisms, in an effective amount to 1) control and/or reduce the growth or 2) to prevent and/or mitigate the corrosion. The present invention also discloses various means of using the compositions of the present invention which contain borate salts and further sets forth methods for preventing and/or mitigating staining caused, at least in part, by at least one anaerobic, facultative anaerobic, or microaerophilic microorganism.

Abstract: A slow-dissolving sanitizing and clarifying puck for use in water such as swimming pool water preferably includes about 63% to about 80% trichloro-s-triazinetrione, about 4% to about 12% sodium tetraborate, about 10% to about 22% aluminum sulfate, and about 1% to 5% glycoluril.

Abstract: 2-naphthalenemethanol [Chemical Abstracts registry no. 1592-38-7] produces a high degree of trail-following activity in termites. The attractant 2-naphthalenemethanol and certain derivatives increase bait acceptance by termites, improving the ability of termite baits to kill colonies, allowing lower amounts of toxicant to be used, or both.

Abstract: Lumber, plywood and other wood products are preserved from attack by fungi, termites and wood-destroying insects as well as fire and flame by treatment with a novel zirconium borate-containing preservative composition. The preservative can be formed by combination of a source of boron such as boric acid and the water-soluble salts thereof with a water-soluble zirconium salt. The ZrO.sub.2 :B.sub.2 O.sub.3 weight ratio in the preservative composition is in the range of from about 0.75:1 to about 10:1.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for protecting wooden members (components) against attack by destructive insects and fungi. The wood preservative is formulated as a paste and is applied in that form to an exposed surface of the member. The active ingredient is released by that same moisture which creates conditions conducive to destructive attacks on the wood. Boron-based active ingredients are preferred as are polyethylene glycol carriers for the active ingredient.

Abstract: A process for pretreating a carpet to give the carpet insecticidal, fungicidal and bacteriacidal properties, and the resulting carpet product. The process is incorporated into the carpet manufacturing process to eliminate the necessity of treating carpets subsequent to the manufacturing process. A portion of the carpet is saturated with a mixture comprising boric acid and a boron-containing salt dissolved in an aqueous solvent. A heat drying step is then used to drive off the aqueous solvent after which a portion of the boron-containing salt remains on the backing. The preferred mixture contains a combination of boric acid and borax in an aqueous solution. The ratio of boric acid to borax ranges from 0.5:1 to 3:1, and the percent strength of the borax/boric acid combination in the solution is preferably from 0.1% to 3.125%.

Abstract: A powdered insecticide bait composition which includes powdered dry pet food, powdered pyrethrin or pyrethroid and boric acid killing ingredients and a powdered clay drying agent. A method for preparing the composition, including the steps of grinding the dry pet food into a powder, adding the powdered pyrethrin and boric acid killing ingredients to the pet food granules and thoroughly mixing the ingredients. The resulting powdered mixture can be sprinkled around the baseboards of a structure to kill roaches or other scavenging insects and on ant mounds to kill ants, including fire ants. An additional step in preparing the composition includes a powdered oil-soak type clay drying agent to the mixture to maintain the mixture in a dry, fine, flowable powder.

Abstract: Aqueous pharmaceutical compositions containing up to about 40% spectinomycin, prepared by the reaction of the ketone hydrate of spectinomycin with boric acid to form the boron compound, and with a base such as sodium hydroxide to form the stable salt of the compound.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for protecting wooden members (components) against attack by destructive insects and fungi. The wood preservative is formulated as a paste and is applied in that form to an exposed surface of the member. The active ingredient is released by that same moisture which creates conditions conducive to destructive attacks on the wood. Boron-based active ingredients are preferred as are polyethylene glycol carriers for the active ingredient.

Abstract: A novel method and compositions are disclosed for the treatment of water in recirculating water systems. The method includes providing a boron level of at least 20 ppm in the water, continually eroding into the water a compressed sanitizer/algicide component including a halogen source material, a boron source material, and glycoluril, and periodically adding to the water an oxidizing clarifier comprising a chlorine source material, a non-halogen, chlorine source material, and a boron source material. The invention also provides novel water treatment chemicals including the compressed sanitizer/algicide component and the clarifier useful in the foregoing system. The system and compositions are safe and reliable, control algal and fungal growth and generally provide improved water quality for recirculating water systems.

Abstract: Water-soluble borate-polyol complexes are useful as buffers and/or antimicrobials in aqueous ophthalmic compositions, including those containing polyvinyl alcohol. These compositions have greater antimicrobial activity than comparable compositions containing typical borate buffers and unexpectedly increase the antimicrobial efficacy of other antimicrobial agents when used in combination. In addition, use of the borate-polyol complexes avoids the incompatibility problem typically associated with the combination of borate buffer and polyvinyl alcohol; therefore, the compositions disclosed herein may also contain polyvinyl alcohol.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a preferably pH balanced multi-purpose cleaning solution containing acetic acid and boric acid in a water base, useful on pets for the routine cleaning of the ear, the cleaning of the sensitive ear, particularly for cleaning moist, waxy or odiferous ears, the prevention and treatment of ear disease such as Swimmer's Ear and other ear diseases, acidification of the ear, and wound cleaning. The claimed solution may also contain a topical anesthetic, such as lidocaine hydrochloride, to provide relief from pain during treatment, and may be used as a carrier material for topical applications of medications including antibiotics and corticosteroids.

Abstract: A powdered insecticide bait composition which includes powdered dry pet food, powdered pyrethrin or pyrethroid and boric acid killing ingredients and a powdered clay drying agent. A method for preparing the composition, including the steps of grinding the dry pet food into a powder, adding the powdered pyrethrin and boric acid killing ingredients to the pet food granules and thoroughly mixing the ingredients. The resulting powdered mixture can be sprinkled around the baseboards of a structure to kill roaches or other scavenging insects and on ant mounds to kill ants, including fire ants. An additional step in preparing the composition includes a powdered oil-soak type clay drying agent to the mixture to maintain the mixture in a dry, fine, flowable powder.

Abstract: A novel method and compositions are disclosed for the treatment of water in recirculating water systems. The method includes providing a boron level of at least 20 ppm in the water, continually eroding into the water a compressed sanitizer/algicide component including a halogen source material, a boron source material, and glycoluril, and periodically adding to the water an oxidizing clarifier comprising a chlorine source material, a non-halogen, chlorine source material, and a boron source material. The invention also provides novel water treatment chemicals including the compressed sanitizer/algicide component and the clarifier useful in the foregoing system. The system and compositions are safe and reliable, control algal and fungal growth and generally provide improved water quality for recirculating water systems.

Abstract: Novel fat-based, substantially water-free, insecticidal compositions are described which are particularly effective against insect pests such as cockroaches, ants, termites, flies, etc. The compositions may be used in various forms depending on the targeted pests. As an example, the composition in the form of a paste can be applied into cracks and crevices for control of such pests and have the advantage of superior durability and prolonged attractiveness.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and their methods of manufacture and use which are effective for delivering a homogeneous distribution of a boron containing active ingredient to a tree or tree derived substrate for the purpose of preventing or eradicating an infestation and/or for imparting flame retardency thereto.

Abstract: The pharmaceutical composition according to the invention consists essentially of:i) one or more, pharmaceutically acceptable, water soluble compounds of boron, fluorine, magnesium, vanadium, manganese, iron, cobalt, nickel, copper, zinc and molybdenum, which compounds do not precipitate with each other or with the other components of the composition and exhibit a neutral or acidic pH in an aqueous medium;ii) glycine;iii) glycerol;iv) L-(+)-ascorbic acid;v) succinic acid;vi) a neutral or acidic and water-soluble, pharmaceutically acceptable salt of ethylenediamine tetraacetic acid;vii) potassium sodium tartrate; andviii) L-(+)-tartaric acid. The composition can be used for the treatment of mucoviscidosis and chronic pain syndromes deriving from locomotor diseases or accompanying diseases of tumorous origin.

Abstract: The specification discloses an insecticidal bait composition for cockroaches and a related method of its use for the control of cockroach infestations. The composition contains boric acid in an amount between about 5 to about 40 wt. % based on the total weight of the composition together with an amount of attractant foodbaits for attracting the roaches to the composition so they will consume it. The preferred composition contains between about 30 and 35 wt. % boric acid and the foodbaits making up the remainder of the composition consist of crushed yellow onions and cane sugar each in an amount equal to about 12.5 wt. % of the remainder composition, and milk and flour each equal to about 37.5% of the remainder of the composition. The preferred composition has a gummy paste-like consistency and is particularly well-suited for application to cracks, crevices and other pest pathways.

Abstract: Aqueous ophthalmic compositions containing water-soluble borate-polyol complexes are useful in aqueous ophthalmic compositions containing polyvinyl alcohol. These compositions provide the benefits of a borate buffering system, such as enhanced antimicrobial activity, without the problems associated with the use of borate and pol, such as formation of borate-polyvinyl alcohol complexes which are water-insoluble.

Abstract: A method of killing roaches and ants by using an insecticidal composition consisting essentially of a mixture of boric acid, sugar, condensed milk, and an aqueous liquefier.

Abstract: A topical preparation for aiding in the care of minor skin irritations, such as chapping, reddening, tenderness, and the like, has as its constituents a mixture of glycerin, stearic acid, cocoa butter and boric acid blended together in a creamy base.

Abstract: An insecticide comprising about 50% to about 90% boric acid, preferably orthoboric acid, and about 1% to about 15% of a sugar preferably, confectionery sugar and about 1% to 15% of cloves, preferably finely ground. The sugar is preferably a powder, about 90% of which will pass through a 200 mesh grid. The insecticide may optionally contain an anticaking agent, corn starch, in the sugar component. The insecticide is used to kill crawling insects such as cockroaches or beetles and is relatively innocuous to humans.

Abstract: Water-soluble wood preservatives which contain mixtures of a metal compound, a metal-fixing acid and a complexing polymeric nitrogen compound, and methods for protecting wood with such mixtures.

Abstract: There is disclosed a composition useful for medicated treatment of hooves of live animals. The composition comprises a major portion of a carrier and hoof penetrant, a minor amount of a filler comprising chiefly polyolefin fibers, and an oil-in-water emulsifier to form a staple composition. The composition can include optional quantities of a medicinal compound. A specific example of the compound comprises approximately 12 weight percent of chopped fibers of a polyolefin such as polyethylene or polypropylene, about 69 percent of a carrier comprising pine tar, paraffin wax and coconut oil, and an oil-in-water emulsifier such as an aliphatic alcohol or alkyl glucose fatty acid ester. Preferably, the composition also includes a medicinal compound such as alcohol, iodine or a soluble iodide. The method comprises packing the hooves of live animals such as horses with the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and their methods of manufacture and use which are effective for delivering a homogeneous distribution of a boron containing active ingredient to a tree or tree derived substrate for the purpose of preventing or eradicating an infestation and/or for imparting flame retardency thereto.

Abstract: A mixture of an ionene polymer and a borate that is useful for the control of fungi. This microbicidal mixture is especially effective on the surfaces of wood, leather, plastics, paint, paper and paperboard, and textiles.

Abstract: Aqueous boron-containing compositions containing about 40 to 85% of the reaction product of boric acid and alkylamine in a mole ratio of from 1.5:1 to 3:1, about 2 to 15% of an alkanol or alkylene glycol and the balance water. The compositions are useful as liquid fertilizer compositions, corrosion inhibitors and as pesticides.

Abstract: This invention relates to low irritative ophthalmics containing the compound of the formula or salts thereof which are useful for treatment of anti-allergic eye diseases such as allergic conjunctivitis ##STR1##

Abstract: An insecticidal bait comprises about 55.5% to about 75.5% by weight of a ground cereal grain; from about 20% to about 40% by weight of powdered boric acid, from about 1% to about 5% by weight of an edible oil from the class consisting of corn oil and soy oil, and from about 1% to about 5% by weight of silica gel. From about 0.05% to about 0.2% of a non-white coloring agent may also be added.

Abstract: An insecticide comprised of a mixture of Boric Acid {ORTHOBORIC ACID U.S. Borax Co. EPA Reg. No. 1624-117}, white wheat flour, solid white vegetable shortening, onion white cane sugar, and water.

Abstract: A pest exterminating composition which is particularly usable for controlling of roaches and mice which includes in combination boric acid, sugar and coconut. Preferably the boric acid comprises approximately one-half of the composition with the sugar preferably in a powdered form comprising 37.5% of the composition. The coconut is preferably shredded and raw and comprises approximately 12.5% of the composition. The mixture provides a pesticide which is attractive to the animals and is in powder form such as to provide a substantial lifetime in position awaiting consumption by the mice or roaches in the area.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bait composition for insects comprising a mixture of cucumbers, eggs, potatoes, sugar and honey. The bait composition can incorporate an insecticidal mixture of boric acid, mercuric chloride, arsenic trioxide and aluminum sulfate.

Abstract: A substance for treatment of skin includes a fatty base of natural animal and vegetable oils and an aqueous extract of herbs.

Abstract: Preservative solutions for wood and other cellulosic fibrous materials are provided which include zinc acetate and copper acetate in an amount at least about the same as the zinc acetate, and optionally boric acid and/or a basic material.

Abstract: The oral administration of boron compounds such as sodium borate and boric acid increases the amounts of hydroxylated steroids in human plasma. This will help prevent or alleviate pathology, such as osteoporosis, caused by suboptimal circulating hydroxylated steroids such as 17.beta.-estradiol and testosterone.

Abstract: A package containing (1) t-PA, (2) methylamine or a non-toxic salt thereof and (3) hydroxylamine or a non-toxic salt thereof, the amount of hydroxylamine or non-toxic salt thereof being sufficient to increase the absorption in the blood of the t-PA when it is administered non-intravascularly to a mammal and the amount of methylamine or non-toxic salt thereof being sufficient to reduce the amount of hydroxylamine or non-toxic salt thereof required to obtain the increased absorption of t-PA and a method for intramuscularly administering the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a bait composition for insects comprising a mixture of cucumbers, eggs, potatoes, sugar and honey. The bait composition can incorporate an insecticidal mixture of boric acid, mercuric chloride, arsenic trioxide and aluminum sulfate.