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Aluminum compounds as anti-calculus agents

US4146605A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 7, 1977
Grant dateMar 27, 1979
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Expiry dateOct 7, 1997

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K8/26
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method and a composition for retarding calculus are disclosed. The composition includes aluminum compounds, which when titrated with NaF have an F/Al ratio of about 1.2 or greater, in combination with an orally acceptable vehicle. The vehicle is compatible with the aluminum compound used and with the pH desired. The method generally includes applying the aluminum compound at a pH of less than about 4.5 to the site of the calculus.

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