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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 8075927 | Pet repellant tire dressing The present invention discloses a non-toxic, long-lasting tire dressing with pet repellent qualities which enhances the appearance of a vehicle's tires while deterring animals from urinating on the tires. The present invention relates to a new pet repellent tire dre... | 12/13/2011 |
| 8003141 | Dietary supplements containing extracts of cinnamon and methods of using same to enhance creatine transport Materials derived from cinnamon can be administered orally to humans or animals for the purpose of controlling blood glucose as well improving glucose tolerance. Controlling glucose metabolism is essential for those with impaired glucose metabolism as is the case fo... | 08/23/2011 |
| 7892581 | Compositions and methods for protection of harvested fruits from decay Methods and compositions comprising essential oils or components thereof for protecting harvested fruits against decay caused by a specific pathogenic fungus are provided, such as Cinnamon cassia oil for protection of persimmons against Alternaria alternata, ... | 02/22/2011 |
| 7504118 | Dietary supplements containing extracts of cinnamon and methods of using same to enhance creatine transport Materials derived from cinnamon can be administered orally to humans or animals for the purpose of controlling blood glucose as well improving glucose tolerance. Controlling glucose metabolism is essential for those with impaired glucose metabolism as is the case fo... | 03/17/2009 |
| 7438934 | Formulations useful in the treatment of male and female impotence Pharmaceutical compositions containing: extracts of Tribulus terrestris, Epimedium koreanum, Cinnamon cassia in the weight ratio of 1.5-3.5:1-2:0.1-0.4 respectively; and optionally arginine or a physiologically equivalent ester, salt or precursor thereof. The... | 10/21/2008 |
| 7431958 | Use of fraction from for preserving food The present invention relates to a use of brown color natural anti-oxidant fraction from fruit of the plant Cinnamomun zeylanicum for preserving the food articles, and a simple and efficient process for the preparation of a brown color natural antioxidant fra... | 10/07/2008 |
| 7429396 | Antifungal composition, its fungicidal effect on pathogenic dermatophytes, and process for inhibiting growth of fungi A natural preservative composition obtained from plant materials provides antimicrobial activity for use as an antifungal agent. The antifungal agent is effective in inhibiting the growth of Epidermophyton floccosum, Trichophyton mentagrophytes and Microsp... | 09/30/2008 |
| 7384654 | Anti-Allergy composition and related method An composition and related method that prevents, inhibits and/or mitigates an allergic response by down regulating the production of IgE, down regulating the binding of IgE antibodies to receptors on cells, and/or inhibiting allergy mediators, for example, histamine... | 06/10/2008 |
| 7384656 | Anti-allergy composition and related method An composition and related method that prevents, inhibits and/or mitigates an allergic response by down regulating the production of IgE, down regulating the binding of IgE antibodies to receptors on cells, and/or inhibiting allergy mediators, for example, histamine... | 06/10/2008 |
| 7381435 | Composition for treating hepatitis C By administering a composition comprising pumpkin seed, safflower, plantain and honeysuckle, subjective symptoms (for example, general malaise and abdominal swelling) of a patient with chronic hepatitis C can be eliminated and, moreover, objective symptoms diagnosed... | 06/03/2008 |
| 7361370 | Formulations useful in the treatment of male and female impotence Pharmaceutical compositions containing: extracts of Tribulus terrestris, Epimedium koreanum, Cinnamon cassia in the weight ratio of 1.5-3.5:1-2:0.1-0.4 respectively; and optionally arginine or a physiologically equivalent ester, salt or precursor thereof. The... | 04/22/2008 |
| 7226583 | Composition containing leukocyte extract for the whitening or lightening of skin Cosmetic compositions intended for topical application to the skin for lightening and/or brightening the skin are provided. The subject compositions are characterized by the presence of leukocyte extract in combination with one or more secondary skin whitening or br... | 06/05/2007 |
| 7214392 | Process and composition for inhibiting growth of microorganisms A natural preservative composition obtained from plant materials provides antimicrobial activity for various compositions such as a food composition. The antimicrobial agent is effective in inhibiting the growth of gram-positive Staphylococcus aureus, gram-ne... | 05/08/2007 |
| 7172772 | Herbal composition for gastrointestinal disorders The invention provides a novel herbal antidiarrhoeal dosage form for the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome and diarrhea. The antidiarroheal herbal formulation comprises the decoction of Cissampelos pareria, Mangif... | 02/06/2007 |
| 7160561 | Herbal composition and method of treating HIV infection A therapeutic herbal composition is beneficial for enhancing the immune system and treating such a diverse range of diseases as cancer, AIDS, Epstein Barr syndrome and depression. It is also useful as a general blood tonic. This composition includes the synergistic ... | 01/09/2007 |
| 7157880 | Battery monitoring system A battery monitoring system including a first device powered by a first battery, a second device powered by a second battery and operated in conjunction with the first device, a first information generating portion that generates a first information indicating the s... | 01/02/2007 |
| 7128932 | Formulations useful in the treatment of male and female impotence Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing: extracts of Tribulus terrestris, Turnera diffusa and Cinnamon cassia in the weight ratio of 1.5–3.5:1–2:0.1–0.4 respectively; Ginkgo biloba extract, and optionally arginine or a physiol... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7128933 | Composition and method for the treatment of personal odors An orally ingestible composition for the treatment of external personal odors can include about 35% w/w to about 50% w/w of the essential oil of lavender, about 1% w/w to about 10% w/w of the essential oil of rosemary, about 1% w/w to about 10% w/w of the essential ... | 10/31/2006 |
| 7074435 | Crude drug compositions for treating or preventing arthritic diseases and the preparation process The present invention is related to pharmaceutical composition essentially comprising herbal extract of Chaenomelis Fructus, Achyranthis Radix, Acanthopanax, Phlomidis Radix, Gentianae Radix, Clematidis Radix, and additionally comprising herbal extract select... | 07/11/2006 |
| 7060307 | Topical composition for heightened sensitivity The invention is directed to a topical composition for heightened sensitivity and arousal for humans. The topical composition includes an organic fluid carrier, preferably glycerin, containing an effective amount of capsaicinoids extract, the active principle in chi... | 06/13/2006 |
| 7052709 | Substance delivery device A substance delivery device includes a combustible paperboard strip and at least one substance toxic to insects and a perfume. The delivery device can take the form of a coil and includes a flexible backing sheet for supporting the combustible paperboard strip. The ... | 05/30/2006 |
| 7052700 | Cinnamomi and poria composition, method to prepare same and uses thereof This invention provides a method for identifying a composition of Cinnamomi and Poria. This invention further provides a composition comprising: Ramulus Cinnamomi, Poria Cortex, Moutan Radicis, Radix Paeonize Alba, and Semen Persicae. This invention provides various... | 05/30/2006 |
| 7033601 | Composition and method for repelling squamate reptiles The present invention is a composition and method for repelling squamate reptiles, such as without limitation snakes. The composition comprises mint oil, garlic oil, putrescent egg solids, thyme oil white, sodium lauryl sulfate and water. This composition is applied... | 04/25/2006 |
| 7014872 | Herbal nutraceutical formulation for diabetics and process for preparing the same The present invention relates to a herbal health protective, promotive and disease preventive nutraceutical herbal formulation(s) for diabetics, and also relates to a process for the preparation of a herbal health protective, promotive and disease preventive nutrace... | 03/21/2006 |
| 6967030 | Formulation for insulin and glucose control The formulation includes a combination of a chalcone, specifically, methylhydroxychalcone polymer, in the amount of 6 mg to 24 mg, and chromium, in the amount of 500 mcg to 2000 mcg. The formulation also includes a plurality of vitamins and nutrients, vitamins B | 11/22/2005 |
| 6855348 | Insecticidal composition derived from plants An insecticide composition is isolated from Paeonia suffruticosa, Cnidium officinale, Cinnamomum cassia, mustard (Brassica juncea) and horseradish (Cholearia aroracia) by using methanol or by elution with a solvent including hexane and ethyl ace... | 02/15/2005 |
| 6814985 | Herbal compositions and uses for the treatment of allergic reactions The present invention relates generally to a composition for the treatment or prophylaxis of allergic and inflammatory reactions such as but not limited to Type I hypersensitivity reactions in mammals. More particularly, the present invention is directed to composit... | 11/09/2004 |
| 6809079 | Compositions and methods for treating female sexual arousal disorder using hydrophobic-calcitonin gene related peptide The present invention provides a method and composition for the treatment of Female Sexual Arousal Disorder. Calcitonin gene-related peptide, a naturally occurring substance in the human body, is chemically conjugated to a hydrophobic agent thereby increasing its pe... | 10/26/2004 |
| 6752838 | Fabric protectant against pests A fabric protectant comprising of a carrier and a plant oil selected from the group consisting of horseradish oil, bay oil, basil oil, calamus oil, ginger oil, palmarosa oil, cinnamon oil, ylang—ylang oil, perilla oil, valerian oil, clove oil, star anise oil, milf... | 06/22/2004 |
| 6689397 | Identification of snake repellents Snake repellents include a repellent composition, an inert carrier and an adjuvant. The snake repellents include an essential oil selected from a group of essentials oils or a reagent from one of the essential oils. Methods of repelling snakes include exp... | 02/10/2004 |
| 6641846 | Pharmaceutical composition against type I allergy and the preparation thereof The invention is related to a pharmaceutical composition with its main effects against Type I Allergy and the process thereof. The composition mainly comprises the following raw materials by weight ratio: 30~60 parts of Fructus Jujubae, 12~55 parts of Rad... | 11/04/2003 |
| 6630176 | Herbal remedies for treating allergies and asthma The present invention provides herbal compositions that can prevent or reduce the severity, intensity, or duration of allergic and/or asthmatic symptoms and/or can prevent or delay the development of an allergic or asthmatic response to an antigen. The co... | 10/07/2003 |
| 6607756 | Method and topical compound for treatment of edema A herbal composition that aids in the relief of symptoms caused by edema, cyanosis, blood stasis, neuropathy and related conditions is provided, including one or more of cayenne extract, myrrh essential oil, frankincense essential oil, cinnamon essential ... | 08/19/2003 |
| 6569468 | Cinnamomi and poria composition, method to prepare same and uses thereof This invention provides a method for identifying a composition of Cinnamomi and Poria. This invention further provides a composition comprising: Ramulus Cinnamomi, Poria Cortex, Moutan Radicis, Radix Paeonize Alba, and Semen Persicae. This invention provi... | 05/27/2003 |
| 6551628 | Herbal intestinal tract cleanser An herbal formulation comprises a liquid component and a solid component. The liquid component comprises oregano leaf, orange peel, Oregon grape root, pau d' arco, cinnamon bark, clove bud, and peppermint leaf. The solid component comprises uva ursi, garl... | 04/22/2003 |
| 6548085 | Insecticidal compositions and method of controlling insect pests using same A synergistic insecticide is provided by the addition of sodium lauryl sulfate or lecithin to an essential oil, preferably an essential oil which has been deregulated by the Environmental Protection Agency, to enable independently inactive or relatively i... | 04/15/2003 |
| 6485773 | Semen taste-enhancement dietary supplement The present invention is directed towards a powdered dietary supplement formulation consisting essentially of a combination of freeze-dried fruits, vegetables and spices, wherein the formulation is prepared as a drink, tablet or capsule. The tablet may al... | 11/26/2002 |
| 6436342 | Sprayable disinfecting compositions and processes for disinfecting surfaces therewith The present invention relates to the disinfection of surfaces with a liquid disinfecting composition including hydrogen peroxide, an antimicrobial essential oil, and a surfactant system.... | 08/20/2002 |
| 6413554 | Compositions for treatment of hyperlipidemia and angina pectoris The present invention relates to a galenic composition effective for prevention and treatment of hyperlipidemia and ischemia, and angina pectoris due to reperfusion. More specifically, the present invention relates to a composition effective for preventio... | 07/02/2002 |
| 6358540 | Herbal composition for treatment of tinnitus A method for treating tinnitus comprising the step of administering to a subject requiring such treatment a therapeutically effective amount of an herbal composition comprising Radix Puerariae, Radix Platycodi Grandiflori, Radix Angelicae Dahuricae, Semen... | 03/19/2002 |
