Abstract: Improved compositions of benzoyl peroxide are prepared by at least partially dissolving benzoyl peroxide in diethylene glycol monoethyl ether to prepare a premixture which forms a flocculent composition of benzoyl peroxide when admixed with water or an aqueous medium. The improved benzoyl peroxide compositions have a small particle size compared with those prepared by conventional grinding techniques and the time and potential hazards associated with grinding are avoided. The small particle size of the benzoyl peroxide flocculents result in increased surface area of active ingredient on the skin for a given concentration of benzoyl peroxide. The flocculent compositions are used to prepare compositions for the topical treatment of acne or other dermatological disorders.

Abstract: The present invention pertains generally to the field of Public Health, including the prevention and treatment of coronary heart disease which is currently the first cause of death in the American population. More specifically, the present invention concerns a total modular system of multivitamin and mineral supplementation composed of 7 distinct modules for improving public health by insuring adequate intake of micronutrients needed for disease prevention and protection against nutritional losses and deficiencies due to, for example, lifestyle factors and common inadequate dietary patterns. A module, as used herein throughout, is defined as a separate and distinct combination of vitamin-mineral and other health promoting compounds which are directed to specific target populations. The formulations of the present invention which, when combined in one capsule or tablet or as separate modules, exert a joint and enhancing effect on the major pathogenetic factors involved in the atherosclerotic process.

Abstract: A mixture of higher primary aliphatic alcohols of 22 to 38 carbon atoms can be obtained by saponifying and extracting steps with organic solvents from sugar cane wax. The mixture which contains tetracosanol, hexacosanol, heptacosanol, octacosanol, nonacosanol, triacontanol, dotriacontanol and tetratriacontanol can be used for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia, and atherosclerotic complications as platelet hyperaggregabiulity, ischemia and thrombosis, and prevents drug induced gastric ulcer and improves male sexual activity.

Abstract: An improved method for suppressing xenograft rejection in a host subject is disclosed. The method includes administering an immunosuppressant drug, where the drug or the amount of drug administered is, by itself, ineffective to suppress xenograft rejection. Effective xenograft suppression is achieved by also administering an ethanolic extract of Triterygium wilfordii or a purified triptolide component thereof.

Abstract: The acne treatment method of the present invention includes applying to skin a composition including an effective amount of acne treatment medication selected from the group consisting of benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid, an effective amount of a vasoconstrictor and an inert carrier. The acne treatment medication is therapeutic to acne conditions by acting as an antibacterial agent. The vasoconstrictor removes the redness normally associated with acne conditions as well as additional redness which may be caused by the benzoyl peroxide itself. The carrier is simply an inert flowing carrier to permit the application of the active ingredients to the skin. In preferred embodiments about 1 to 15% of the acne treatment medication based on the total weight of the composition is included. The preferred acne treatment medication is benzoyl peroxide and the preferred vasoconstrictor is tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride or a combination of tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride and zinc sulfate.

Abstract: A mixture of higher primary aliphatic alcohols of 22 to 38 carbon atoms can be obtained by saponifying and extracting steps with organic solvents from sugar cane wax. The mixture which contains tetracosanol, hexacosanol, heptacosanol, octacosanol, nonacosanol, triacontanol, dotriacontanol and tetratriacontanol can be used for the treatment of hypercholesterolemia, and atherosclerotic complications as platelet hyperaggregabiulity, ischemia and thrombosis, and prevents drug induced gastric ulcer and improves male sexual activity.

Abstract: A weight reduction composition comprises a sympathomimetic agent and a mineral cation salt or chelate capable of enhancing carbohydrate metabolism, protein or fatty acid synthesis, retarding protein breakdown or lowering serum cholesterol levels such as trivalent and hexavalent chromium and vanadium salts and chelates. Preferred is a weight reduction composition containing ephedrine and chromium picolinate. This composition is presented in a variety of formulations, and is suitable for application to the reduction of weight of normal, slightly and grossly overweight humans.

Abstract: Compositions for topical treatment of lesions of human or animal skin which comprise dimethyl ether to freeze the tissue and an acid capable of dissolving the intercellular matrix of the lesion. The dimethyl ether and acid are present in the composition in amounts effective to remove the lesion in a single treatment by a combination of cryogenic and keratolytic action. Methods are provided for the topical treatment of lesions of the skin of human or animal subjects comprising direct spray or intermediate swab application of the present compositions to the lesions.

Abstract: Zinc acexamate acts by increasing the synthesis of mucus, reinforces the mucous barrier, improves the microcirculation and increases the synthesis of prostaglandins in the gastric mucous membrane, whereby it is effective in the treatment of said gastropathy, contrary to the results obtained with antiacids or antisecretory agents.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with a composition of matter and method of applying same for use as hair grooming aid or preferably, to treat androgenetic alopecia comprising (a) an effective amount of a polysaccharide or mixtures thereof, polysaccharide derivatives or mixtures thereof, or any combination of the foregoing; and (b) a minor amount of a fatty acid ester of sorbitol and its anhydrides, or mixture of said fatty acid esters; and (c) a minor amount of a lower alkyl ester of p-hydroxy benzoic acid or mixture of said esters; and (d) water sufficient to create a composition of 100% by volume.

Abstract: A topical agent and method for the treatment and prevention of pseudofolliculitis barbae, commonly known as "razor bumps", is effected by the topical application to beard areas of the face of a combination of acetylsalicylic acid, corn starch, isopropyl alcohol, and aloe vera.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical or cosmetic composition for topical application comprises, in a physiologically acceptable support, the combination of benzoyl peroxide and at least one quaternary ammonium lipophilic salicylate having general formula (I): ##STR1## where: (i) R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 may be identical or different, representing a substituted or interrupted alkyl or cycloalkyl radical;(ii) R.sub.3 and/or R.sub.4 represent(s) the group:R.sub.8 --OC.sub.2 H.sub.3 R.sub.7 ].sub.n [OCH.sub.2 CHOH--CH.sub.2 ].sub.pwhere O.ltoreq.n.ltoreq.4 and p is 0 or 1; R.sub.8 represents H or an alkyl, alkenyl, alkylcycloalkyl or alkylanyl radical;(iii) R.sub.4 represents an alkylenephenyl radical;(iv), (v): R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 may form an aromatic or nonaromatic saturated or unsaturated heterocycle;(vi) R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 together with nitrogen, may form polycyclic derivatives; and R.sub.5 represents a group having the formula: ##STR2## where n may vary from 0 to 10.

Abstract: A combination of verapamil, gallopamil or anipamil and acetylsalicylic acid in a weight ratio of from 10:1 to 2:1 being useful in the treatment of circulatory disorders.

Abstract: As a composition for transdermal drug delivery, the gelation reaction product of a mixture of an organic polysaccharide gum, polyethylene glycol, and m-, p- or o-hydroxybenzoic acid in an amount effective in forming from such mixture a gel having adhesive properties for adhesion to skin and being sufficiently pliant to conform to the shape of body contours.

Abstract: Topical analgesic anti-inflammatory compositions containing a corticosteroid in addition to the conventional efficacy-proven ingredients are disclosed. They may be embodied in an aerosol, a solution and any other type of composition being convenient for administration. More than the sum of effects of the individual ingredients has been proved. In other words, the effects of the salicylate esters and L-menthol are synergistically enhanced by the addition of the corticosteroid. Particularly, the persistency of the analgesic/anti-inflammatory effects of the conventional ingredients has been proved to be dependent upon the the concentration of the corticosteroid in the composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition and to a method for the treatment of dermatological disorders such as acne, by topically applying acetyl salicyclic acid within a carrier.

Abstract: A compressed and formed alkaline component suitable for use in a buffered aspirin product. The alkaline component is made of alkaline materials selected from the group consisting of calcium carbonate, magnesium carbonate, magnesium oxide, magnesium hydroxide and mixtures thereof and having incorporated therein citric acid and monobasic sodium phosphate.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of the structures: ##STR1## which structure includes its isomers, conventionally designated (E,Z)-4,5,9-trithiadodeca-1,6,11-triene 9-oxide and commonly termed (E,Z)-ajoene. This invention also relates to a process for preparing the compounds which comprises extracting and isolating allyl disulfide oxide (allyl 2-propenethiosulfinate) from the bulbs of garlic plants and thereafter treating it with a lower alkyl alcohol to produce such compound and the compounds as antibiotic and particularly as antithrombotic agents.

Abstract: Novel pharmaceutical solutions and particularly novel pharmaceutical solutions comprising dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO).

Abstract: Methylsulfonylmethane (CH.sub.3 SO.sub.2 CH.sub.3) administered orally is effective in ameliorating the symptoms of gastrointestinal upset, e.g., produced by the ingestion of aspirin and other pharmaceuticals, and of allergic reactions. Oral compositions containing a mixture of such a pharmaceutical and methylsulfonylmethane are useful in avoiding the gastrointestinal upset which otherwise occurs when ingesting the former.

Abstract: An improved antiinflammatory composition and method of treating inflammation which employs a combination of a non-steroidal antiinflammatory agent such as prioxicam, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, with inositol.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the production of pharmaceutical preparations based on 5-aminosalicylic acid in which the 5-aminosalicylic acid is mixed with physiologically and toxicologically acceptable, basic auxiliaries and/or buffer mixtures, which in a 1% aqueous solution give pH-values in the range from 8 to 12, and the mixture obtained is processed in known manner to form tablets, film tablets, dragees, capsules or suppositories, or in which the 5-aminosalicylic acid is mixed with a concentrated aqueous solution of the above-mentioned basic auxiliaries and/or buffer mixtures, the 5-aminosalicylic acid salt formed is precipitated, separated off from the aqueous solution and dried and the salt obtained is processed in known manner to form tablets, film tablets, dragees, capsules or suppositories.

Abstract: Anti-acne preparations include finely divided, dispersed particles of benzoyl peroxide and finely divided, dispersed particles of salicylic acid in an aqueous gel formed from carboxy vinyl polymer resins. The gels are prepared without loss of salicylic acid by fully hydrating the resin in an aqueous medium and allowing the resin to gel in the absence of an alkaline neutralizing agent.

Abstract: The subject invention relates to analgesic gels which comprise1. from 5 to 15 parts of an analgesic compound;2. from 10 to 40 parts of a nonionic surfactant which forms a gel in water alone at about 15 to 30 percent by weight based upon the weight of the water plus the weight of the nonionic surfactant;3. from 5 to 40 parts of glycerin;4. from 40 to 75 parts of water; and5. optional ingredients (q.v.)said parts based upon 100 parts of the composition and provided that the weight ratio of nonionic surfactant to water is from 5:1 to 3:1.The subject gels are clear, water soluble and are not tacky when applied to the skin.