Anti-infective Patents (Class 424/78.07)
  • Publication number: 20130171089
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards various topical protective formulations which may be used as an adjunct in preventing the spread of a broad range of sexually transmitted diseases. The product is intended to be used as a topical lotion, cream, emulsion, or the like. The film forming excipients and active ingredients in the following formulations have demonstrated unique skin protective barrier properties with enhanced persistence that inhibits transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2013
    Publication date: July 4, 2013
    Inventor: CLJI IP Company, LLC
  • Patent number: 8475770
    Abstract: The present subject matter provides foamable suspension gels that foam after release from a container. The foamable suspension gels contain at least one pharmaceutically active agent that is sparingly soluble to insoluble in water, a second pharmaceutically active agent, and optionally a third active agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2013
    Assignee: Stiefel Research Australia Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Albert Zorko Abram, Lilian Fuchshuber
  • Publication number: 20130121953
    Abstract: The disclosure describes a composition including about 4 weight percent to about 12 weight percent of povidone-iodine complex, about 0.1 weight percent to about 2 weight percent of a tertiary amide, tertiary amide salt, and/or tertiary amide hydrate, about 0.5 weight percent to about 2 weight percent of an emollient with low iodine reactivity, at least one surfactant; and water; wherein the composition has a pH ranging from about 2.0 to about 3.5.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2012
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Applicant: MICRODERMIS CORPORATION
    Inventor: Microdermis Corporation
  • Publication number: 20130089510
    Abstract: Disclosed herein compositions including povidone-iodine (PVP-I) useful in the treatment of acute and chronic bacterial, viral and fungal infections of the internal, middle and external ear of mammals, including humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 8, 2012
    Publication date: April 11, 2013
    Applicant: Foresight Biotherapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph A. Capriotti, Bo Liang, C. Michael Samson, Jason Stein, Michael Weiser
  • Patent number: 8409556
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards various topical protective formulations which may be used as an adjunct in preventing the spread of a broad range of sexually transmitted diseases. The product is intended to be used as a topical lotion, cream, emulsion, or the like. The film forming excipients and active ingredients in the following formulations have demonstrated unique skin protective barrier properties with enhanced persistence that inhibits transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 17, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: CLJI IP Company, LLC
    Inventors: Craig Lichtblau, Jose I. Iparraguirre
  • Patent number: 8409557
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards various topical protective formulations, which may be used as an adjunct in preventing the spread of a broad range of sexually transmitted diseases. The product is intended to be used as a topical lotion, cream, emulsion, or the like. The film forming excipients and active ingredients in the following formulations have demonstrated unique skin protective barrier properties with enhanced persistence that inhibits transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: CLJI IP Company, LLC
    Inventors: Craig Lichtblau, Jose I. Iparraguirre
  • Patent number: 8409552
    Abstract: The use of specific compounds of the Formula 1 (and also corresponding mixtures) in particular as cosmetic agents for the inhibition of the substance P-induced release of histamine from mast cells is described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Symrise AG
    Inventors: Gerhard Schmaus, Holger Joppe, Martina Herrmann, Christopher Sabater-Luntzel, Tobias Vössing
  • Patent number: 8383686
    Abstract: Foaming alcohol compositions with selected dimethicone surfactants are disclosed. The dimethicone surfactants are PEG-8 to PEG-12 linear dimethicone surfactants and in particular PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant. The compositions are useful as antimicrobial products and in particular handcare or skincare products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph R. Wegner, Cheryl A. Littau
  • Patent number: 8357392
    Abstract: A personal skin cleansing wipe comprising a flexible substantially dry matrix formed from synthetic, woven, non-woven or knitted fibers impregnated with a substantially anhydrous antimicrobial, antiseptic, antifungal solution in an amount wherein the matrix retains its substantially dry characteristics and the treatment solution includes an amount of PVP-iodine as active in solution in glycol and or glycerin. The treatment solution, in addition to an effective amount of PVP-iodine as active, contains surfactants, preferably Tego® Betaine CK D, and optionally a compatible fragrance and/or moisturizer. The wipe is activated with water just prior to use.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Date of Patent: January 22, 2013
    Inventors: Albert R Kelly, Lowell Safertein
  • Publication number: 20120328683
    Abstract: The present application relates to oligomeric antimicrobial compounds and compositions comprising the same. The oligomers are formed by polymerizing aminoalkyl (meth)acrylate or aminoalkyl (meth)acrylamide monomer(s). In addition to imparting materials with broad spectrum antimicrobial activity, the oligomers can impart antimicrobial activity to substrates such as hair and skin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventors: Zhiqiang Song, Ted Deisenroth
  • Publication number: 20120301422
    Abstract: The invention provides a method of enhancing the action of a pharmaceutical agent selected from the group consisting of the anti-infective agents, the group comprising of the antimicrobial agents, the anthelmintic agents and the anti-ectoparasitic agents, but excluding coal tar solution and H1-antagonist antihistamines, and from the group consisting of the CPNS agents selected from the group of compounds acting on the central or peripheral nervous system, but excluding coal tar solution and H1-antagonist antihistamines and also excluding anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic agents and also provides an enhanced method for the administration of a nucleic acid substance to the cells of an animal, a plant or a micro-organism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2003
    Publication date: November 29, 2012
    Inventor: Petrus Johannes Meyer
  • Publication number: 20120294920
    Abstract: The invention relates to a wound dressing having a backing and an antimicrobial wound contact layer, wherein the wound contact layer has a hydrophobized active ingredient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Publication date: November 22, 2012
    Applicant: Lohmann & Rauscher GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventor: Marius-Thomas Gorka
  • Patent number: 8313758
    Abstract: This invention relates to a method of producing and dispensing a foam using a “high lower alcohol content”(>40% v/v of a C1-4 alcohol) liquid composition. The liquid compositions comprise an alcohol, C1-4(>40% v/v), a silicone-based surfactant of at least 0.001% by weight to prepare a foamable composition, 0-10% w/w of additional minor components added to obtain the desired performance (a foamable composition), and the balance being purified water. The compositions may include emulsifier-emollients and mosturizers, secondary surfactants, foam stabilizers, fragrances, antimicrobial agents, other type of medicinal ingredients, and the like ingredients or additives or combinations thereof commonly added to alcohol gels or foams, aerosol compositions or to toiletries, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 4, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: Deb Worldwide Healthcare Inc.
    Inventors: Maria Teresa Fernandez de Castro, Bruce Michael Koivisto, Francisco Munoz
  • Patent number: 8309111
    Abstract: This invention relates to a “high lower alcohol content” (>40% v/v of a C1-4 alcohol) liquid composition able to be dispensed as a stable foam with the use of non-propellant foam dispensing devices from non-pressurized containers. The liquid compositions comprise a C1-4 alcohol, (>40% v/v), a silicone-based surfactant of at least 0.001% by weight for foaming to prepare a foamable composition, 0-10% w/w of additional minor components added to obtain the desired performance (a foamable composition), and the balance being purified water. The compositions may include emulsifier-emollients and mosturizers, secondary surfactants, foam stabilizers, fragrances, antimicrobial agents, other type of medicinal ingredients, and the like ingredients or additives or combinations thereof commonly added to alcohol gels or foams, aerosol compositions or to toiletries, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 14, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: Deb Worldwide Healthcare Inc.
    Inventors: Maria Teresa Fernandez de Castro, Bruce Michael Koivisto, Francisco Munoz
  • Patent number: 8263098
    Abstract: This invention relates to a “high lower alcohol content” (>40% v/v of a C1-4 alcohol) liquid composition able to be dispensed as a stable foam with the use of non-propellant foam dispensing devices from non-pressurized containers. The liquid compositions comprise an alcohol, C1-4 (>40% v/v), a silicone-based surfactant of at least 0.001% by weight to prepare a foamable composition, 0-10% w/w of additional minor components added to obtain the desired performance (a foamable composition), and the balance being purified water. The compositions may include emulsifier-emollients and mosturizers, secondary surfactants, foam stabilizers, fragrances, antimicrobial agents, other type of medicinal ingredients, and the like ingredients or additives or combinations thereof commonly added to alcohol gels or foams, aerosol compositions or to toiletries, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: Deb Worldwide Healthcare Inc.
    Inventors: Maria Teresa Fernandez de Castro, Bruce Michael Koivisto, Francisco Munoz
  • Patent number: 8263666
    Abstract: Composition for topical application in the form of an oil-in-water emulsion containing an oily phase dispersed in an aqueous phase, and a hydrophilic polymer, the composition further containing (1) at least one elastomeric organopolysiloxane and (2) at least one lipophilic compound chosen from lipophilic amino acid compounds and lipophilic salicylic acid compounds. Uses thereof, including topical application to the skin, lips, hair, etc. Stabilization of certain emulsions using a lipophilic compound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 16, 2003
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: L'Oreal
    Inventors: Christine Noel, Anne-France Livernette
  • Publication number: 20120177725
    Abstract: The present invention relates to liposomal pharmaceutical preparations which include active agents such as antiseptic agents, wound-healing agents, or combinations thereof, useful in the treatment of external wounds. The active agents are encapsulated in liposomes, and the liposomes are incorporated in pharmaceutical preparations such as liquids, ointments, gels, lotions, or creams capable of delivering the active agents to external wound sites. The invention further relates to methods of preparation of the liposomes and the pharmaceutical preparations, and to methods of treatment of external wounds and ophthalmic infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 9, 2012
    Publication date: July 12, 2012
    Inventors: Dieter Ruckert, Hermann Gumbel, Wolfgang Fleischer, Karen Reimer, Horst Winkler
  • Publication number: 20120148520
    Abstract: The present inventions relate to a number of fields including wound healing, a waterless antibacterial disinfectant, a surgical scrub, insect repellant, and methods of treating traumatic injuries, particularly those on the battlefield where there is a need to stabilize the patient and prevent infection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2011
    Publication date: June 14, 2012
    Inventors: Michael Strobel, Gene Komer
  • Publication number: 20120141396
    Abstract: An alcohol-soluble, water-insoluble, disinfectant composition and a method of using the same for disinfecting and for providing a prolonged antimicrobial property to a variety of surfaces, including skin. The composition comprises an antimicrobial polymer that is capable of imparting an antimicrobial property to a surface without the use of a metal or metal-containing compound. The composition is applied to a surface and allowed to evaporate leaving a coating of antimicrobial polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2011
    Publication date: June 7, 2012
    Applicant: QUICK-MED TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: William Toreki, Gerald Olderman
  • Publication number: 20120134951
    Abstract: Provided according to some embodiments of the invention are topical gels that may release nitric oxide. Also provided are methods of using such topical gels in the treatment of wounds and other skin ailments. The topical gels comprise diazeniutndiolate-functionalized polysiloxane macromolecules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 20, 2010
    Publication date: May 31, 2012
    Inventors: Nathan Stasko, Susanne Bauman, Pranav R. Joshi
  • Patent number: 8173157
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising a phenylamidine derivative or a salt thereof, represented by a general formula, wherein R1 and R2 may be same or different, and represent an optionally substituted C3-4alkyl group; and one or more agents selected from azole antifungal agents, polyene antifungal agents, candin antifungal agents and fluoropyrimidine antifungal agents, and a method for combination use of the phenylamidine derivative or a salt thereof and the agents are useful for treating fungal infections caused by a fungal pathogen.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 3, 2007
    Date of Patent: May 8, 2012
    Assignee: Toyama Chemical Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Hiroshi Nishikawa
  • Publication number: 20120055510
    Abstract: A personal skin cleansing wipe comprising a flexible substantially dry matrix formed from synthetic, woven, non-woven or knitted fibers impregnated with a substantially anhydrous antimicrobial, antiseptic, antifungal solution in an amount wherein the matrix retains its substantially dry characteristics and the treatment solution includes an amount of PVP-iodine as active in solution in glycol and or glycerin. The treatment solution, in addition to an effective amount of PVP-iodine as active, contains surfactants, preferably Tego® Betaine CK D, and optionally a compatible fragrance and/or moisturizer. The wipe is activated with water just prior to use.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 16, 2011
    Publication date: March 8, 2012
    Inventors: Albert R. Kelly, Lowell Safertein
  • Patent number: 8119106
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a foamable composition of matter comprising iodine, water, a foam adjuvant, a surface-active agent and a gelling agent. This foamable composition, which may be provided in a propellant free foaming device, or alternatively may further comprise a propellant, evolves into foam, which is effective in the topical treatment and prevention of various skin disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2012
    Assignee: Foamix Ltd
    Inventors: Dov Tamarkin, Doron Friedman, Meir Eini
  • Patent number: 8101163
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to transdermal compositions and the uses thereof. These compositions include at least one of the following components: a C1-C6 dialkyl, C12-C30 dialkyl quaternary ammonium salt, a C12-C30 fatty acid, a nitrogenous organic base, C12-30 fatty alcohol, monoglyceride or the reaction products thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 3, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 24, 2012
    Assignee: Microdermis Corporation
    Inventor: Griscom Bettle, III
  • Publication number: 20120003174
    Abstract: Disclosed herein compositions including povidone-iodine (PVP-I) useful in the treatment of acute and chronic bacterial, viral and fungal infections of the internal, middle and external ear of mammals, including humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 16, 2011
    Publication date: January 5, 2012
    Applicant: Foresight Biotherapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph A. Capriotti, Bo Liang, C. Michael Samson, Jason Stein, Michael Weiser
  • Patent number: 8062631
    Abstract: The present invention is directed towards various topical protective formulations which may be used as an adjunct in preventing the spread of a broad range of sexually transmitted diseases. The product is intended to be used as a topical lotion, cream, emulsion, or the like. The film forming excipients and active ingredients in the following formulations have demonstrated unique skin protective barrier properties with enhanced persistence that inhibits transmission of sexually transmitted diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 22, 2011
    Assignee: CLJI I.P. Company, LLC
    Inventors: Craig Lichtblau, Jose I. Iparraguirre
  • Patent number: 8058315
    Abstract: Foaming alcohol compositions with selected dimethicone surfactants are disclosed. The dimethicone surfactants are PEG-8 to PEG-12 linear dimethicone surfactants and in particular PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant. The compositions are useful as antimicrobial products and in particular handcare or skincare products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2011
    Assignee: Ecolab USA Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph R. Wegner, Cheryl A. Littau
  • Publication number: 20110117048
    Abstract: Composition for application to skin comprising a biocide or combination of biocides (such as chlorhexidine, halogenated phenols, quaternary ammonium compounds; povidone-iodine; zinc pyridinethione; alcohols etc.) and at least one transcutaneous vehicle (for example alkyl methyl sulfoxides, alkyl pyrrolidones, glycols, glycol ethers and glycol esters) effective to convey the biocide to a sub epidermal “resident” micro-organism. Also a method for preparing a patient for surgery comprising the step of treating an area of the patient's skin at, and in the surrounding the vicinity of, the site of an intended surgical incision with a composition effective to kill more than 93% of both “transient” and “resident” micro-organisms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 20, 2011
    Publication date: May 19, 2011
    Applicant: Novapharm Research (Australia) Pty Ltd.
    Inventor: Steven Kritzler
  • Patent number: 7906138
    Abstract: Described is an intra-mammary teat sealant and a corresponding method of forming a physical barrier in the teat canal of a non-human animal for prophylactic treatment of mammary disorders during the animal's dry period. The method includes the step of infusing a bismuth-free teat seal formulation into the teat canal of the animal. The method also prevents the formation of black spot defect in dairy products, especially cheddar cheese, made from the milk of animals so treated.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2007
    Date of Patent: March 15, 2011
    Assignee: Wisconsin Alumni Research Foundation
    Inventor: Scott A. Rankin
  • Publication number: 20110038919
    Abstract: Textile materials for management of skin health complications associated with skin folds, as well as adhesives for attaching the materials to the skin of a subject. The adhesive can be supplied separately from the material, for application post-production, or can be applied to the material during production.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 27, 2009
    Publication date: February 17, 2011
    Applicant: COLOPLAST A/S
    Inventors: Kevin C. Tauer, Charles E. Boyer
  • Patent number: 7842725
    Abstract: Foaming alcohol compositions with selected dimethicone surfactants are disclosed. The dimethicone surfactants are PEG-8 to PEG-12 linear dimethicone surfactants and in particular PEG-10 linear dimethicone surfactant. The compositions are useful as antimicrobial products and in particular handcare or skincare products.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 30, 2010
    Assignee: Ecolab USA, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph R. Wegner, Cheryl A. Littau
  • Patent number: 7833542
    Abstract: A method and composition for treating healed wounds including hypertrophic scars so as to prevent scarring or reduce the size and improve the appearance of scars comprises applying to the healed wound or scar a composition comprising a fluid, film-forming carrier which may contain one or more active topical ingredients, the carrier hardening to a solid, tangible, membrane juxtaposed to the skin. Novel compositions using the film-forming carrier are also useful to treat a variety of adverse skin disorders, and internal physiological conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Inventor: Joel R. Studin
  • Patent number: 7829073
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to anhydrous compositions for making up or caring for the skin, for example foundations, comprising at least one liquid organic phase comprising at least one non-volatile oil, at least one amorphous gelling polymer formed by polymerization of an olefin, and poly(methyl methacrylate) particles, wherein the amount of the at least one non-volatile oil present in the composition is greater than the amount of poly(methyl methacrylate) particles present in the composition. The compositions may exhibit a smooth and melting creamy texture, spread easily over the skin, and make it possible to obtain a homogeneous make-up that has a powdery and matt finish and that confers a pleasant softness on the skin. The make-up may also exhibit good properties of hold.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: November 9, 2010
    Assignee: L'Oreal S.A.
    Inventors: Guenaelle Martin, Agnès Themens
  • Patent number: 7807780
    Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided that are useful for the delivery of therapeutic agents, including nucleic acids. The compositions can be prepared with components useful for targeting the delivery of the compositions as well as imaging components.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2001
    Date of Patent: October 5, 2010
    Assignee: Revance Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Jacob Waugh, Michael Dake
  • Publication number: 20100239519
    Abstract: This invention provides a composition for sterilization comprising povidone iodine in which by improving the persistence and stability of foam, the composition for sterilization is capable of preventing dripping in use as well as of achieving reliable disinfection and sterilization. The composition for sterilization in this invention is capable of forming stable and persistent foam as well as of achieving effective disinfection and sterilization by blending a specific amount of a sulfate type surfactant therein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2008
    Publication date: September 23, 2010
    Applicant: MUNDIPHARMA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
    Inventors: Udagawa Chikako, Kono Yoshie, Okamoto Takako
  • Publication number: 20100234766
    Abstract: A method for enlarging a peripheral vein so as to facilitate venipuncture of the vein by topically applying a vasodilator salt compound to skin overlying the vein and permitting the salt compound to cause the vein to enlarge by causing the vein to fill with blood.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 19, 2010
    Publication date: September 16, 2010
    Inventor: R. Kent Hermsmeyer
  • Publication number: 20100211010
    Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide a topical anesthetic and antiseptic dispensing device article of manufacture. In an embodiment of the invention, the article of manufacture includes a penetrating instrument including an elongated body with first and second distal end such that at least one of the distal ends includes a penetrating edge. By way of example, the penetrating instrument can be a syringe, an IV catheter needle assembly, a pressurized tube holder configured with a needle for blood draw, or a scalpel, to name a few possibilities. The article of manufacture also includes a container coupled to the elongated body of the penetrating instrument. The container provides at least one chamber. Finally, the article of manufacture includes a nozzle connected to the container and configured to dispense pressurized content of the container responsive to activating a trigger communicating with the nozzle.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 18, 2009
    Publication date: August 19, 2010
    Inventor: Michael Wycoki
  • Publication number: 20100203005
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to transdermal compositions and the uses thereof. These compositions include at least one of the following components: a C1-C6 dialkyl, C12-C30 dialkyl quaternary ammonium salt, a C12-C30 fatty acid, a nitrogenous organic base, C12-30 fatty alcohol, monoglyceride or the reaction products thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2009
    Publication date: August 12, 2010
    Applicant: DRS. SOLUTIONS, LLC
    Inventor: Griscom Bettle, III
  • Patent number: 7749488
    Abstract: The present invention provides various pharmaceutically active topical delivery compositions. In particular, compositions of the present invention are present in a pressurized container comprising a quick-breaking alcoholic foaming agent, such that when the composition is released, i.e., dispensed, from the pressurized container, a quick-breaking temperature sensitive foam is formed. In addition, the present invention provides various aspects related to such compositions, including methods for modulating a foam characteristic, methods for improving the shelf-life of a pharmaceutically active compound, methods for the percutaneous treatment of various diseases, infections, and illnesses, and methods for evaluating foam characteristics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 6, 2010
    Assignee: Stiefel Research Australia Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Albert Zorko Abram, Lilian Fuchshuber
  • Publication number: 20100166694
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of determining the microbial bioburden in a wound (in particular a diabetic ulcer) in a test subject, the method comprising the step of measuring the level of a cytokine in a wound sample, wherein a cytokine level lower than a reference level indicates a significant microbial bioburden in the wound (or a cytokine level higher than a reference level indicates an insignificant microbial bioburden in the wound). The invention provides methods of diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of wound infection, and devices and kits for use in such methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 31, 2008
    Publication date: July 1, 2010
    Applicant: Ethicon ,Inc.
    Inventors: Philip Stephens, Ryan Moseley, Rachael Clark, Breda Mary Cullen
  • Patent number: 7731983
    Abstract: A method and composition for treating healed wounds including hypertrophic scars so as to prevent scarring or reduce the size and improve the appearance of scars comprises applying to the healed wound or scar a composition comprising a fluid, film-forming carrier which may contain one or more active topical ingredients, the carrier hardening to a solid, tangible, membrane juxtaposed to the skin. Novel compositions using the film-forming carrier are also useful to treat a variety of adverse skin disorders, and internal physiological conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 21, 2004
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2010
    Inventor: Joel R. Studin
  • Patent number: 7682623
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical or cosmetic carrier or composition for topical application characterized by rheological properties which render the carrier or composition semi-solid at rest and a liquid upon application of shear forces thereto. The composition or carrier are prepared by mixing 1-25 percent of a solidifying agent and 75-99 percent of a hydrophobic solvent, by weight, wherein at least one of them has therapeutic or cosmetic benefits, in the presence or absence of a biologically active substance.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 5, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2010
    Assignee: Foamix Ltd.
    Inventors: Meir Eini, Dov Tamarkin
  • Publication number: 20090304776
    Abstract: Described herein is a transmucosal delivery device and their use for delivering bioactive agents across a mucosal membrane. The delivery devices contain a pharmaceutically acceptable oxidizing and agents that facilitates the delivery of the blood stream across the mucosal membrane.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 19, 2008
    Publication date: December 10, 2009
    Inventors: Totada Shantha, Jessica Shantha, Erica Shantha, Lauren Shantha
  • Publication number: 20090263345
    Abstract: Disclosed herein compositions including povidone-iodine (PVP-I) useful in the treatment of acute and chronic bacterial, viral and fungal infections of the internal, middle and external ear of mammals, including humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2009
    Publication date: October 22, 2009
    Applicant: Foresight Biotherapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Joseph A. Capriotti, Bo Liang, C. Michael Samson, Jason Stein, Michael Weiser
  • Patent number: 7604797
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for treating burns comprising administering to a burn area of a subject in need thereof of a therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising an anti-cytokine or anti-inflammatory agent or a functional derivative thereof; and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 20, 2009
    Assignee: BioMechanisms Inc.
    Inventor: Terry Lee Hicks
  • Publication number: 20090246165
    Abstract: An alcohol-soluble, water-insoluble, disinfectant composition and a method of using the same for disinfecting and for providing a prolonged antimicrobial property to a variety of surfaces, including skin. The composition comprises an antimicrobial polymer that is capable of imparting an antimicrobial property to a surface without the use of a metal or metal-containing compound. The composition is applied to a surface and allowed to evaporate leaving a coating of antimicrobial polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2006
    Publication date: October 1, 2009
    Applicant: QUICK-MED TECHNOLOGIES, INC.
    Inventors: William Toreki, Gerald Olderman
  • Patent number: 7566460
    Abstract: A hydroalcoholic lotion is disclosed which comprises (a) a lower alcohol and water in a weight ratio of about 35:65 to 100:0, and (b) between at least 0.5% and 8% by weight thickener system comprised of at least one emulsifier present in at least 0.05% by weight wherein the composition in a polymer free state has a viscosity of at least 4,000 centipoise at 23 degrees C. and wherein the emulsifier is comprised of at least one hydrophobic group and at least one hydrophilic group. The hydroalcoholic composition is useful as a hand preparation such as a lotion or as a presurgical scrub replacement.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 25, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 28, 2009
    Assignee: 3M Innovative Properties Company
    Inventors: Robert A. Asmus, Matthew T. Scholz, Jill R. Charpentier
  • Publication number: 20090148394
    Abstract: The invention provides a method of treating a wound (for example, a chronic ulcerous skin lesion) in a human or non-human mammal (particularly a human). The wound is contacted with a topical hydrogel composition comprising a hydrophilic polymer carrying multiple pendant sulphonyl groups, optionally with multiple pendant carboxylic groups, on each polymer molecule.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 14, 2006
    Publication date: June 11, 2009
    Inventor: Hugh Semple Munro
  • Patent number: RE40882
    Abstract: The present invention can be used in pharmacology specifically in the preparation of interferon-containing compositions, which are capable of conserving their biological activity and can be administered intranasally, e.g. in the preparation of nasal drops. This invention essentially refers to an antiviral agent in the form of nasal drops that contains a genetically engineered alpha, beta or gamma interferon with a viscosity of (1.1?30.0)* 10 10?3 Pascal .second, a biocompatible polymer and a buffer mixture. The agent may further include an antioxidant, and the ingredients are contained in the following amounts per ml buffer mixture: 1,000 to 5,000 500,000 IU of genetically engineered interferon; 0.005 to 0.714 g of biocompatible polymer; and 0.0001 to 0.0008 g of an antioxidant. TRILON B® (disodium salt of EDTA) is used as the antioxidant, whereas polyvinylpyrrolidone and/or polyethylene oxide is (are) used as the biocompatible polymer(s) at polyvinylpyrrolidone/polyethylene oxide ratio of 1:1-50.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 1999
    Date of Patent: August 25, 2009
    Inventors: Petr Jakovlevich Gaponyuk, Elena Alexeevna Markova, Iliya Alexandrovich Markov
  • Patent number: RE41279
    Abstract: The mastitis control teat dip composition having a visible indicator aspect of the invention provides a softening, soothing, smoothing, relaxing property, a rapid initial kill, a useful highly pseudoplastic rheology, a barrier/film-forming capacity, a unique antimicrobial composition that is stable over an extended period of time, and unexpected long term microbial control when compared to the prior art materials disclosed in patents and used in the marketplace. The indicator aspect provides ease of visually detecting the material on the animal skin and can indicate efficacy of the material. The compositions of the invention are made by combining an aqueous liquid composition containing the visual indicator combined with the organic components which can be combined with a simple aqueous solution of a salt of chlorous acid, preferably an alkali metal chlorite.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2010
    Assignee: Ecolab Inc.
    Inventors: David D. McSherry, Francis L. Richter