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| Number | Title | Issue Date |
| 6958159 | Pharmaceutical gel composition The present invention relates to an improved pharmaceutical composition useful for the topical treatment of burns, cuts, wounds, abrasions and the like, and to methods of treatment of injured body surfaces such as skin. ... | 10/25/2005 |
| 6939568 | Treatment of inflammatory skin conditions The invention relates to the use of one or more antimicrobial metals, most preferably silver, preferably formed with atomic disorder, and preferably in a nanocrystalline form, for the treatment of inflammatory skin conditions. The nanocrystalline antimicrobial metal... | 09/06/2005 |
| 6932966 | Topically applied reconstituted ocean water mixture and method of producing and using the mixture A skin treatment mixture for treating pierced skin such as that resulting from a body piercing procedure includes sea salt, lysozyme and reconstituted ocean water. The reconstituted ocean water preferably is the product of reverse osmosis of water. The skin treatmen... | 08/23/2005 |
| 6833131 | Antivenom immunesera An antivenom comprising a mixture of monospecific antisera each raised against venoms of one species or sub-species is disclosed. Also disclosed is a pharmaceutical composition comprising the antivenom of the invention, and a method of treating envenomation in a mam... | 12/21/2004 |
| 6756060 | Anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial uses for bioactive glass compositions Compositions and methods for treating wounds to significantly reduce the healing time, reduce the incidence of scar formation, improve the success of skin grafts, reduce the inflammatory response and providing anti-bacterial treatments to a patient in need thereof, ... | 06/29/2004 |
| 6419940 | Denver's sting stopper A composition of neutralizing the venom of bees, wasps, hornets, yellow jackets and other sting any hymenoptera insects. The composition comprises a proteclytic enzyme with a carrier suitable for topical application to the skin. In a preferred embodiment the e... | 07/16/2002 |
| 6410034 | Dermal absorption-promoting agent A dermal absorption-promoting agent comprising p-methane-3,8-diol and 1,3-butylene glycol as well as a topical formulation containing the same; and a dermal absorption-promoting agent further comprising 1,3-butylene glycol, as well as a topical formulatio... | 06/25/2002 |
| 6406709 | Method for inhibiting nematocyst discharge Compositions for inhibiting nematocyst or polar capsule discharge are provided in the form of an effective amount of antihistamine, an effective amount of antihistamine and an effective amount of at least one cation, or an effective amount of at least one... | 06/18/2002 |
| 6379713 | Method of treating an itch with iodine A method of treatment for a mammal in need of analgesia from an itching skin comprising applying by directional friction against the skin proximate to the itch a composition consisting essentially of dry elemental iodine in the form of an amorphous conden... | 04/30/2002 |
| 6338837 | Compositions and methods for inhibiting nematocyst discharge Compositions for inhibiting nematocyst or polar capsule discharge are provided in the form of an effective amount of antihistamine, an effective amount of antihistamine and an effective amount of at least one cation, or an effective amount of at least one... | 01/15/2002 |
| 6303651 | Synergistic antioxidant veterinary compositions A composition and method of treating cutaneous infection and resulting inflammation in animals known as hot spots and mange, respectively, as well as related veterinarian dermatological conditions. The composition includes L-glutathione and a source of se... | 10/16/2001 |
| 6251371 | Treatment of skin or mucosa inflammation by topical treatment with preparation containing dichlorobenzyl alcohol The present invention relates to use of dichlorobenzyl alcohol for preparing a preparation for topical treatment of inflammation and the preparation for this purpose. It is known to use dichlorobenzyl alcohol (2,4-DCBA) as an agent against bacteria and fu... | 06/26/2001 |
| 6221403 | Topical composition A topical composition for impregnating a bandage comprises zinc oxide in a stable oil in water emulsion. The emulsion comprises one or more fats or oils, one or more emulsifying agents, at least one water soluble gum and water. No preservative is required... | 04/24/2001 |
| 6217885 | Antipruriginous cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical compositions consisting of one or several light local anaesthetics and one or several astringent substances The present invention relates to antipruritic cosmetic and/or pharmaceutical compositions for use on human or animal skin, comprising one or more mild local anesthetics, one or more astringents and/or, if appropriate, a substance having an antiinflammator... | 04/17/2001 |
| 6132747 | Compositions and methods for inhibiting nematocyst discharge Compositions for inhibiting nematocyst or polar capsule discharge are provided in the form of an effective amount of antihistamine or an effective amount of antihistamine and an effective amount of at least one cation. The compositions can be in the form ... | 10/17/2000 |
| 5958397 | Method and composition for protecting against jellyfish stings The present invention is directed towards a method, a composition and an article of manufacture for protecting the skin from jellyfish stings. The method comprises topically contacting the skin with a composition containing polymeric quaternary ammonium s... | 09/28/1999 |
| 5874474 | Topical application for relief of adverse skin condition for animals This invention is a composition and a method for treating animal skin ailments by a topical application of the composition to the animal in which the composition is a liquid or gel having potassium formate, sodium formate, or cesium formate in water in an... | 02/23/1999 |
| 5861175 | Use of fluorocarbons for diagnosis and treatment of articular disorders Methods for the diagnosis and treatment of articular disorders comprising the use of fluorocarbons are disclosed. The methods provide for the introduction of a fluorocarbon into an articular region to replace or augment natural synovial fluid. The introdu... | 01/19/1999 |
| 5854291 | Pain reliever and method of use A composition containing capsaicin together with another ingredient to neutralize the discomfort resulting from the application of capsaicin to the skin can be used to treat many types of discomforts, including arthritis pain, hemorrhoid pain and itching,... | 12/29/1998 |
| 5730957 | Composition, apparatus, and method for providing a supply of water-based cool mixture The present invention provides a composition for providing a supply of water-based cool mixture, the temperature of which when utilised is lower than the ambient temperature and higher than the freezing point of water, which composition consists essential... | 03/24/1998 |
| 5684037 | Composition and process for prevention and treatment of cutaneous immediate hypersensitivity reactions A process and pharmaceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of cutaneous Type I hypersensitivity reactions in humans is disclosed. The pharmaceutical composition comprises of a chromone compound of the following formula, or a pharmacological... | 11/04/1997 |
| 5684038 | Composition and process for prevention and treatment of cutaneous immediate hypersensitivity reactions A process and pharmaceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of cutaneous Type I hypersensitivity reactions in humans is disclosed. The pharmaceutical composition comprises of a chromone compound of the following formula, or a pharmacological... | 11/04/1997 |
| 5543149 | Treatment for insect bites A method and compositions for reducing the itch associated with the bite of a blood-feeding insect such as a mosquito or black fly are disclosed. The method entails applying a topical pharmaceutical formulation of papain, pancreatin or subtilisin, optiona... | 08/06/1996 |
| 5532270 | Composition and process for prevention and treatment of cutaneous immediate hypersensitivity reactions A process and pharmaceutical composition for the prevention and treatment of cutaneous Type I hypersensitivity reactions in humans is disclosed. The pharmaceutical composition comprises of a chromone compound of the following formula, or a pharmacological... | 07/02/1996 |
| 5525595 | 3- or 4-glycosyloxybenzopyran derivative and antiallergic agent containing the derivative as active ingredient There are provided novel compounds of the formulae I and II: ##STR1## and their physiologically acceptable salts. The compounds according to the present invention and their physiologically acceptable salts exhibit an antiallergic activity and are use... | 06/11/1996 |
| 5492901 | Cobranin-F injection envenomation antidote An envenomation antidote, and the process for its administration, useful for the treatment of the effects of envenomation resulting from venomous animal bites is disclosed. The antidote consists essentially of a local anesthetic and a glucocorticoid. The ... | 02/20/1996 |
| 5262161 | Stevia extract-containing medicine A medicine for skin diseases contains a fermented and condensed extract from the stems of Stevia Rebaudiana Bertoni as an active ingredient. The medicine is prepared by condensing and fermenting an extract from the ripened stems of Stevia Rebaudiana Berto... | 11/16/1993 |
| 5175190 | Medium chain fatty acids of C8-10 for the treatment of skin lesions This invention pertains to the use of medium chain fatty acids (C8-10) in the treatment of skin lesions. More particularly, the invention relates to a preparation containing medium chain fatty acids (C8-10) which has beneficial effects when applied topica... | 12/29/1992 |
| 5026545 | Treatment of allergy and composition therefor A pharmaceutical composition comprises an immune complex of an allergen and a purified antibody specific thereto, the allergen being selected from a specific subclass of antigen which causes immediate hypersensitivity that is mediated by IgE antibody, and... | 06/25/1991 |
| 5011689 | Composition of matter and method for treating poison ivy The invention comprises a method of reducing rash formation and itching of skin caused by poison ivy. The method comprises breaking up a plant of the genus Plantago, preferably broadleaf Plantain, to release the sap therein and to form a fibrous pulp cont... | 04/30/1991 |
| 5006337 | Medicinal compositions based on spent brewers' grains extract, a process for the preparation thereof, and the use of spent brewers' grains extract for the preparation of cosmetic compositions, and a special brewers' grains extract Medicinal and cosmetic compositions for the treatment of skin disorders and for care of dry and/or irritated skin and of dry scalp with dandruff are prepared using brewers' grains extract(s)--especially a brewers' grains extract obtained using liquid or a... | 04/09/1991 |
| 4873609 | Portable electronic unit for treatment of bites by poisonous snakes or other animals or allergic contracts An electronic unit for the treatment of venomous snakes, insects, spiders, and allergic reaction associated with plants. The electronic treatment is used also for the pain associated with arthritis, gout, headaches, and nerve pain. The unit consists of el... | 10/10/1989 |
| 4740371 | Treatment of allergy In the treatment of allergy, desensitization is effected by administering the allergen in admixture with an antibody thereto, the antibody being present in a molar excess. The antibody is preferably one raised in the patient.... | 04/26/1988 |
| 4721729 | Novel carbacyclins, process for the preparation thereof, and their use as medicinal agents Carbacyclins of Formula I ##STR1## wherein R1 is an alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, aralkyl, or heterocyclic group, Y is a keto group or a hydroxymethylene group, X is a --CH2 -- group or an oxygen atom, A is a --CH2 --CH2 | 01/26/1988 |
| 4714759 | Immunotoxin therapy of allergy A product and process for treating allergy are described. An immunotoxin specific for the IgE isotype is used to eliminate the IgE producing B-lymphocytes responsible for allergy.... | 12/22/1987 |
| 4443472 | Method of treating mammals for effects of neuro- and cardiovascular toxins Methods of treating mammals, including man, for poisonous snake and insect bites, E. coli endotoxins, botulism and other neurotoxins and cardiovascular toxins by administering therapeutic quantities of physiologically active compounds of the formula: ... | 04/17/1984 |
| 4443479 | Pharmaceutical methods and compositions using parabenzoquinone Bronchial asthma including bronchial spasms associated therewith are treated with pharmaceutical compositions containing small amounts of parabenzoquinone, for instance 2 milliliters of a one part per million solution of PBQ in sterile isotonic saline sol... | 04/17/1984 |
| 4439443 | Snake bite therapy A method of reducing local hemorrhage and tissue necrosis resulting from the bite or sting of a venomous animal whereby an envenomated mammal is treated with a compound of the formula ##STR1## or a corresponding disulfide wherein n is 1, 2 or 3; Z is... | 03/27/1984 |
| 4347255 | Snake bite therapy A method of reducing local hemorrhage and tissue necrosis resulting from the bite or sting of a venomous animal whereby an envenomated mammal is treated with a compound of the formula: ##STR1## or a corresponding disulfide wherein n is 1, 2 or 3; Z i... | 08/31/1982 |
| 4124724 | Crystalline caffeic acid derivatives and compositions and method for treating snakebite Novel crystalline products of manufacture are represented by the formula: ##STR1## wherein R1 and R2 are selected from the group consisting of hydroxyl and the caffeoyl group, with the limitation that only one of R1 a... | 11/07/1978 |
