System and method for preventing alopecia
US10238593B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Nov 13, 2015 |
| Grant date | Mar 26, 2019 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Nov 13, 2035 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q7/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Traction alopecia and other disorders related to mechanical pulling on hair are treated or prevented by administering a topical composition comprising an alpha-1 adrenergic receptor agonist or another compound or electrical stimulation to contract the arrector pili muscle.
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