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Monohydroxy-benzoyl peroxide and compositions for treating acne

US4520133A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateAug 11, 1983
Grant dateMay 28, 1985
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Expiry dateAug 11, 2003

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07C409/34
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Monohydroxy-benzoyl peroxide of the formula ##STR1## possesses both antibacterial and comedolytic activity and is useful in compositions for the treatment of acne.

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