Multiple Vitamins Patents (Class 514/904)
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Patent number: 5668183Abstract: Novel, stable, cold water-dispersible preparations of fat-soluble substances contain a water-soluble or water-dispersible lignin derivative as the matrix component. These preparations are manufactured by preparing an aqueous emulsion of the fat-soluble substance(s) and the water-soluble or water-dispersible lignin derivative and, if desired, converting this emulsion into a dry powder. The preparations in accordance with the invention can be used not only for animal nutrition but also for human nutrition.Type: GrantFiled: August 8, 1996Date of Patent: September 16, 1997Assignee: Roche Vitamins Inc.Inventor: Bruno Leuenberger
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Patent number: 5658956Abstract: The present invention pertains to therapeutic bioadhesive-wound healing compositions useful for treating wounds and increasing the proliferation and resuscitation rate of mammalian cells. The compositions comprise a bioadhesive agent and a therapeutically effective amount of a wound healing composition. In one embodiment the wound healing composition comprises (a) pyruvate; (b) an antioxidant; and (c) a mixture of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. The therapeutic bioadhesive-wound healing compositions may further comprise medicaments such as antiviral agents, antikeratolytic agents, anti-inflammatory agents, antifungal agents, antibacterial agents, immunostimulating agents, and the like. The bioadhesive-wound healing compositions may be utilized in a wide variety of pharmaceutical products. This invention also relates to methods for preparing and using the bioadhesive-wound healing compositions and the pharmaceutical products in which the compositions may be used.Type: GrantFiled: May 22, 1995Date of Patent: August 19, 1997Assignee: Warner-Lambert CompanyInventors: Alain Martin, Sau-Hung S. Leung
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Patent number: 5654011Abstract: The present invention relates to dietary supplements for supplementing the dietary needs of women and preventing or reducing life stage associated health risks during each of their principal adult life stages (pre-perimenopause, perimenopause and menopause, or post-menopause).Type: GrantFiled: July 30, 1996Date of Patent: August 5, 1997Assignee: Energetics, Inc.Inventors: Sherry D. Jackson, Jeffrey B. Blumberg
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Patent number: 5637324Abstract: A medical food having the below listed components is administered for several days as the sole source or as a substantial source of the daily caloric intake of a patient suffering from metabolic poisoning: 45 to 65% protein concentrate; 2.5 to 17.5% of grain syrup solids containing 50% dextran; 2.5 to 17.5% of grain syrup solids containing 50% of maltose; 3 to 12% of oil containing 20% of oleic acid, 1 to 11% medium chain triglycerides; magnesium ions; buffering agent; soluble calcium salt; ascorbic acid; 0.40 to 0.65% of .beta. carotene; D-.alpha.-tocopherol; chromium ions in the trivalent or hexavalent form, 0.008 to 0.022% glutathione, 0.08 to 0.22% N-acetylcysteine; L-lysine hydrochloride; 0.08 to 0.22% L-threonine, and 0.08 to 0.22% of L-cysteine.Type: GrantFiled: June 6, 1995Date of Patent: June 10, 1997Inventor: Jeffrey S. Bland
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Patent number: 5635214Abstract: Novel precipitated silica particulates, well suited for conditioning/sorbing a wide variety of liquid active agents thereon, e.g., the vitamins, have (i) a BET surface area of at least 170 m.sup.2 /g; (ii) an oil absorption (DOP) ranging from 220 to 300 ml/g; (iii) a fill density in the packed state of at least 0.29; (iv) a mean particle diameter ranging from 80 to 150 .mu.m; and (v) a maximum grain size distribution index of 0.70.Type: GrantFiled: June 13, 1996Date of Patent: June 3, 1997Assignee: Rhone-Poulenc ChimieInventors: Jean-Luc Ponchon, Lionel Rabute
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Patent number: 5629023Abstract: A medical food having the below listed components is administered for several days as the sole source or as a substantial source of the daily caloric intake of a patient suffering from metabolic poisoning: 45 to 65% protein concentrate; 2.5 to 17.5% of grain syrup solids containing 50% dextran; 2.5 to 17.5% of grain syrup solids containing 50% of maltose; 3 to 12% of oil containing 20% of oleic acid, 1 to 11% medium chain triglycerides; magnesium ions; buffering agent; soluble calcium salt; ascorbic acid; 0.40 to 0.65% of .beta. carotene; D-.alpha.-tocopherol; chromium ions in the trivalent or hexavalent form, 0.008 to 0.022% glutathione, 0.08 to 0.22% N-acetylcysteine; L-lysine hydrochloride; 0.08 to 0.22% L-threonine, and 0.08 to 0.22% of L-cysteine.Type: GrantFiled: November 22, 1993Date of Patent: May 13, 1997Inventor: Jeffrey S. Bland
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Patent number: 5626881Abstract: Humate, a composition of primarily humic acids, carbon, and organic matter, is used as a human dietary supplement. The humate may be mixed with food, liquid drinks, or flavoring and ingested. The powder, granule, or water-soluble powder form of humate may also be mixed with other known dietary supplements such as multi-vitamins and be formed into capsules and tablets. The preferred humate is mined from the Menefee Geological Formation in Northwestern New Mexico.Type: GrantFiled: May 16, 1995Date of Patent: May 6, 1997Assignee: Menefee Mining CorporationInventor: John F. Lown
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Patent number: 5626883Abstract: A vitamin C supplement comprising ascorbic acid, ascorbyl palmitate, niacinamide ascorbate, calcium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbate, potassium ascorbate, and sodium ascorbate which together can be administered to a human to avoid the transitory initial suppression of human NK cell activity which is present when ascorbic acid alone is administered. Also included is xylitol, lysine acetate, tetrasodium pyrophosphate, ribose, cysteine, and hesperidin which further prolongs the biological activity of ascorbic acid and promotes the uptake of ascorbic acid by human tissue.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 1994Date of Patent: May 6, 1997Assignee: Metagenics, Inc.Inventor: Stephen M. Paul
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Patent number: 5589468Abstract: The present invention provides a method for providing nutrition to elderly patients. Pursuant to the present invention, the enteral composition includes a protein source, a lipid source, and a carbohydrate source. Preferably, the protein source includes at least 18% of the total calories. In an embodiment, the carbohydrate source includes a source of dietary fiber including a balance of soluble to insoluble fiber ratio of approximately 1:3. Still further, the composition of the present invention also includes increased levels of certain vitamins and minerals.Type: GrantFiled: January 13, 1995Date of Patent: December 31, 1996Assignee: Clintec Nutrition Co.Inventors: Paul M. Lin, Shen-Youn Chang, Chris Kruzel
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Patent number: 5545411Abstract: Method for lowering viscosity in nutritional compositions containing soy fiber by addition of gum acacia. The composition is preferably nutritionally complete and optionally contains protein, non-fiber carbohydrate, and other nutrients.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 1994Date of Patent: August 13, 1996Assignee: Bristol-Myers Squibb CompanyInventor: Cindy L. Chancellor
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Patent number: 5494678Abstract: Multi-vitamin and mineral supplements for administration to a pregnant woman during her first, second, and third trimesters of pregnancy comprising specific regimens of a pharmaceutically acceptable calcium compound, vitamin D, folic acid, vitamin B.sub.12, vitamin B.sub.6, and vitamin B.sub.1. The prenatal supplements are specifically tailored to maximize fetal development and maternal health during each trimester of pregnancy.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 1995Date of Patent: February 27, 1996Assignee: KV Pharmaceutical CorporationInventors: George Paradissis, R. Saul Levinson, Gary Heeter, Robert Cuca, Mitchell I. Kirschner
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Patent number: 5436272Abstract: N,N-dimethyl-1-[ 1-(4-chlorophenyl)cyclobutyl] -3-methylbutylamine hydrochloride is used in the treatment of obesity in humans.Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 1992Date of Patent: July 25, 1995Assignee: The Boots Company (USA), Inc.Inventor: Monte L. Scheinbaum
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Patent number: 5428026Abstract: A liposoluble antioxidant composition contains a group B vitamin-organic acid complex and a lecithin rich in phosphatidyl choline.Type: GrantFiled: April 22, 1992Date of Patent: June 27, 1995Assignee: Nestec S.A.Inventor: Ladislas Colarow
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Patent number: 5405613Abstract: A composition comprising Shilajit or an extract thereof in a vitamin and/or mineral preparation. Shilajit is a compact mass of vegetable organic matter, composed of a gummy matrix interspersed with vegetable fibres and minerals. Substances which have been identified in Shilajit include moisture, gums, albuminoids, calcium, potassium, nitrogen, silica, resin, vegetable matter, magnesium, sulphur, iron, chloride, phosphorous, iodine, glycosides, tannic acid, benzoic acid and a number of vitamins and enzymes. The invention further relates to a method to restore energetic balance or intensity, or to support or enhance a bioenergetic field in a mammal comprising administering to a mammal an effective amount of Shilajit or an extract thereof.Type: GrantFiled: January 22, 1993Date of Patent: April 11, 1995Assignee: Creative Nutrition Canada Corp.Inventor: David Rowland
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Patent number: 5397778Abstract: The present invention features saponin containing enteral formulations for treatment of infection and inflammation. These saponin containing formulations are particularly useful in conjunction with oils rich in .omega.3 polyunsaturated fatty acids such as fish oils and flax oil but also show benefits with .omega.6 rich oils such as borage oil, black currant seed oil, canola oil and rapeseed oil. These formulations may also contain a lignan from the sesamin family.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 1994Date of Patent: March 14, 1995Assignee: New England Deaconess Hospital CorporationInventors: R. Armour Forse, Sambasiva Chavali
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Patent number: 5326569Abstract: The present invention relates generally to a novel generic powder base rich in fats, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals and trace elements which can be readily admixed with specific amino acids to yield several different therapeutic products for use in nutritional support of adults/children having various inherited metabolic diseases.Type: GrantFiled: December 23, 1992Date of Patent: July 5, 1994Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Phyllis J. B. Acosta, Richard A. Grondalski, Jeffrey W. Liebrecht, Patricia A. Reynolds
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Patent number: 5223264Abstract: The present invention relates to oral effervescent dosage forms for the administrations of an intended ingredient to children, and processes for their administration.Type: GrantFiled: August 26, 1991Date of Patent: June 29, 1993Assignee: Cima Labs, Inc.Inventors: Fred Wehling, Steve Schuehle, Navayanarao Madamala
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Patent number: 5223285Abstract: A liquid nutritional product for enteral feeding contains a fat source which provides desirable effects when fed to pulmonary patients. The fat source having by weight a ratio of [n-(6) to n-(3)] fatty acids from the group consisting of Linoleic acid (18:2n6), Gamma-Linolenic acid (18:3n6), and Arachidonic acid (20:4n6) to fatty acids from the group consisting of Alpha-Linolenic acid (18:3n3), Stearidonic acid (18:4n3), Eicosapentaenoic acid (20:5n3), Docosapentaenoic acid (22:5n3) and Docosahexaenoic acid (22:6n3) in the range of about 1.5 to about 3.0, a ratio of Linoleic acid (18:2n6) to Alpha-Linolenic acid (18:3n3) in the range of about 3.0 to about 10.0, and a ratio of the sum of Eicosapentaenoic acid (20:5n3) and Docosahexaenoic acid (22:6n3) to Gamma-Linolenic acid (18:3n6) in the range of about 1.0 to about 10.0. In a preferred embodiment the nutritional product contains quantities of nutrients having anti-oxidant properties in vivo, such as beta-carotene, vitamin E, vitamin C, selenium, and taurine.Type: GrantFiled: March 31, 1992Date of Patent: June 29, 1993Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Stephen J. DeMichele, Timothy J. Gregory
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Patent number: 5141741Abstract: A novel anti-sunburn skin-care preparation, such as creams, foundations, milky lotions and the like, is proposed which contains, as the ultraviolet-absorbing and -shielding ingredient, a salt of ellagic acid with a polyvalent metal, e.g., calcium, barium and magnesium. The skin-care preparation is free from the problem of irritation and sensitization of human skin and exhibits excellent anti-sunburn effect with durability.Type: GrantFiled: December 4, 1989Date of Patent: August 25, 1992Assignee: Lion CorporationInventors: Keiichiro Ishida, Yoshimi Sato, Makoto Egawa, Keiji Takeuchi
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Patent number: 5137732Abstract: Riboflavin granules contain no inactive ingredient and have a mean particle diameter of from 50 to 1,000 .mu.m are produced as described and used for preparing drugs and human and animal foods.Type: GrantFiled: August 15, 1990Date of Patent: August 11, 1992Assignee: BASF AktiengesellschaftInventors: Volker Buehler, Hermann Petersen
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Patent number: 5104567Abstract: An environmentally acceptable cleaning liquid for use in the graphic industry consisting of 90-99% of a vegetable oil, in particular soy oil, and 1-10% of a surfactant emulsifier. The liquid is suitable for removing ink from printing machines where it is capable of replacing the traditional cleaning liquids based on petroleum spirit and aromatic solvents. As the liquid does not contain any health hazardous components it is completely safe to work with, and due to its bio-decomposable character it is disposable without problems. Because of its excellent penetration properties the liquid is also suitable for cleaning off machine parts which otherwise are difficult to clean, e.g. rubber sheets.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 1990Date of Patent: April 14, 1992Assignee: A/S Alaska GruppenInventor: Henrik St hr
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Patent number: 5064829Abstract: A composition which consists of a compound belonging to the Vitamin B group and having a solubility in water at 20.degree. C. of not more than 5%, and mannitol, is stable in itself and undergoes less influence under ambient humidity conditions.Its good flowability is retained during storage, only with very small changes, if any.Type: GrantFiled: March 27, 1990Date of Patent: November 12, 1991Assignee: Takeda Chemical Industries, Ltd.Inventors: Seiji Izuhara, Yoshitomi Kakiguchi, Kunihiko Yokota
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Patent number: 5051258Abstract: A dietary supplement is provided for children, consisting essentially of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), Passion Flow Extract, L-taurine, and vitamin B6.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 1990Date of Patent: September 24, 1991Assignee: Natrol, Inc.Inventor: Billie J. Sahley
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Patent number: 5039668Abstract: Therapeutic formulations containing liquid bee honey for the treatment of vitamin deficiency and as a cough supressant. The disclosure is also directed to a preferred embodiment for the formulation of therapeutic formulations containing liquid bee honey.Type: GrantFiled: May 10, 1989Date of Patent: August 13, 1991Inventor: Alberto O. Colina
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Patent number: 5021452Abstract: There is disclosed a process for improving wound healing, comprising administering ascorbate or derivatives thereof to a wound site at a concentration of at least 20 .mu.mol/L and irradiating the wound site with a low-power laser at a wave length of about 600 nm to about 1100 nm. The process for improving wound healing can be used for the healing of deep, interior wounds with longer wave length radiation and higher energy output radiation. The process can further be used for improving the healing of superficial skin wounds with shorter wave lengths and lower energy output of the low-power laser.Type: GrantFiled: March 28, 1990Date of Patent: June 4, 1991Assignee: The Board of Regents of the University of WashingtonInventors: Robert F. Labbe, Rebecca L. Rettmer
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Patent number: 4980168Abstract: A dietary supplement is provided for children, consisting essentially of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), L-tryptophan, L-taurine, and vitamin B6.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 1989Date of Patent: December 25, 1990Assignee: Natrol, Inc.Inventor: Billie J. Sahley
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Patent number: 4973467Abstract: A dietary supplement is provided for adults, consisting essentially of GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid), L-tyrosine, Siberian ginseng, and vitamin B6.Type: GrantFiled: October 13, 1989Date of Patent: November 27, 1990Assignee: Natrol, Inc.Inventor: Billie J. Sahley
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Patent number: 4921877Abstract: An improved nutritionally complete formula containing a unique fiber-containing carbohydrate blend, at a relatively low concentration; a unique fat blend, at a relatively high concentration; protein; carnitine; myoinositol; vitamins and minerals, including chromium. This formula is for the dietary management of patients with glucose intolerance.Type: GrantFiled: December 16, 1987Date of Patent: May 1, 1990Assignee: Abbott LaboratoriesInventors: Karen A. Cashmere, Elizabeth M. Besozzi
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Patent number: 4902718Abstract: This invention concerns novel calcium normalizing compositions containing as the active agent the amino acid methionine, and/or one or more related compounds including certain metabolic precursor compounds, and novel methods employing the compositions for normalizing or controlling calcium metabolism. The compounds include the methionine hydroxy analog, the S-methyl methionine analog, and methionine compounds having the structural formula I ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable N- (mono- and dicarboxylic acid) acyl derivatives and alkyl esters thereof, where in is an integer from 1 to 3.Type: GrantFiled: April 8, 1988Date of Patent: February 20, 1990Inventors: Robert K. Bayless, Gerald P. Hirsch, Sandra S. Kern
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Patent number: 4885157Abstract: Provided is a cosmetic compositiom which beautifies and moisturizes the skin of a human being. The composition may also have therapeutic effects on the human skin such as the removal of lines or wrinkles, dissolution of fat pockets, the removal of bags under the eyes, and the closing of pores or gaps in the skin to render a smooth uniform appearance. The composition is comprised of seven basic ingredients, which include:live yeat cells,selenium,carotene,RNA,DNA,water andalbumen.These core ingredients generally make up from about 80% to 100% of the composition used in the treatment, and are the basis for the advantages realized thereby. Significant and long-lasting results are particularly achieved upon application of the composition to the human skin with exposure to sunlight.Type: GrantFiled: February 13, 1987Date of Patent: December 5, 1989Inventor: Mary G. Fiaschetti
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Patent number: 4760080Abstract: The production of urine can be stimulated by a composition wherein a single dose comprises the following: 5 grams calcium ascorbate (ascorbic acid), 1,000 I.U. Vitamin E (d alpha tocopherol acetate), 1 gram pantothenic acid (calcium d-Pantothenate), 100 mg Vitamin B.sub.2 (riboflavin), 100 mg Vitamin B.sub.6 (pyridoxine hydrochloride), 25 mg Vitamin B.sub.1 (thiamine), 2 grams potassium gluconate, a binder.Type: GrantFiled: August 5, 1986Date of Patent: July 26, 1988Inventors: Larry Barron, Susan C. Barron
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Patent number: 4751075Abstract: The invention comprises compositions for cosmetic skin treatment utilizing the application of heat to the skin. The compositions include between 30 and 70 percent by weight of petrolatum, between 20 and 68 percent by weight of triglycerides, preferably capric, caprylic and stearic triglycerides, and between 0.1 and 5 percent by weight of polyethylene.Type: GrantFiled: January 8, 1986Date of Patent: June 14, 1988Assignee: Redken Laboratories, Inc.Inventors: Eugene N. Chernowsky, Michael G. Ng
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Patent number: 4744977Abstract: A hair care preparation containing a hair conditioning effective amount of a compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein: R.sup.1 is a C.sub.12-16 -n-alkyl;R.sup.2 is a C.sub.1-4 -n-alkyl;is a C.sub.1-4 -hydroxyalkyl;R.sup.4 is a C.sub.1-4 -n-alkyl or a C.sub.2-4 -hydroxyalkyl;A is an inorganic or organic acid anion; andn is the valence of said anion.Type: GrantFiled: November 14, 1985Date of Patent: May 17, 1988Assignee: Henkel Kommanditgesellschaft auf AktienInventors: Hermann Hensen, Horst Rutzen, Peter Busch, Dagmar Stuhrmann, Klaus Thiele
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Patent number: 4707293Abstract: A detergent composition for cleaning hair and skin is a mixture of:(a) a major amount of one or more oils of the group comprising mineral, vegetal, animal and synthetic oils, and(b) a minor amount of at least one emulsifying agent, preferably a mixture of emulsifying agents, one of which is a saccharose ester,whereby cleaning action is improved while a protecting lipid layer is left onto the skin. The composition may also contain a bentonite or montmorillonite clay to improve the hydrating and restoring effects thereof.Type: GrantFiled: October 8, 1986Date of Patent: November 17, 1987Assignee: Crinos InternationalInventor: Antonio Ferro
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Patent number: 4690820Abstract: A high caloric, high fat dietary composition having greater than 2.5 Kcals/ml. is utilizable for enteral hyperalimentation in severe malnutrition. The composition has an increased proportion of fat which gives it a higher caloric density and enables a patient to be fed up to 6000 Kcals/24 hour period.Type: GrantFiled: June 7, 1985Date of Patent: September 1, 1987Assignee: The State University of New YorkInventor: Vlado Simko
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Patent number: 4619829Abstract: The invention refers to a new utilization of a unique vitamin or a combination of various vitamins in the long-term treatment and/or prevention of rheumatic diseases.During a long-term treatment and/or prevention of rheumatic diseases, a unique vitamin or a combination of various vitamins is administered to a patient.Type: GrantFiled: July 13, 1984Date of Patent: October 28, 1986Inventor: Georges Motschan
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Patent number: 4572915Abstract: Micellized aqueous formulations for fat soluble vitamins, essential nutrients, herb oils and pharmaceutical agents are obtained by a process wherein the fat soluble vitamin, essential nutrient or agent is first admixed with a suitable amount of polyethoxylated castor oil and a pharmaceutically acceptable polyol, such as glycerol to provide a non-aqueous phase. Thereafter, an aqueous phase containing mostly water and optionally a preservative, such as sodium benzoate, is slowly added to the agitated non-aqueous phase in such a manner that the temperature of the non-aqueous phase, including the aqueous phase added thereto, is maintained at an elevated temperature, preferably between approximately 60.degree. to 100.degree. C. After cooling, the final admixture is clear, homogeneous, having micelles of approximately 2 microns or smaller size.Type: GrantFiled: May 1, 1984Date of Patent: February 25, 1986Assignees: Bioglan Laboratories, Bioglan, Inc.Inventor: Michael J. Crooks
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Patent number: 4525341Abstract: A method for administering vitamins to an air-breathing animal consists of introducing the vitaminic aerosol containing a breath freshener into the nose or mouth opening of the animal.Type: GrantFiled: April 9, 1984Date of Patent: June 25, 1985Assignee: Mayor Pharmaceutical Laboratories, Inc.Inventor: Joseph A. Deihl