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Heterogeneous topical compositions having a base of microgranules of caffeine and/or its derivatives, which can be used as slenderizer and/or in the treatment of cellulitis, as well as their preparation

US4938962A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 7, 1988
Grant dateJul 3, 1990
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Expiry dateDec 7, 2008

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2800/412
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention relates to a heterogeneous topical composition comprising microgranules or microparticles of a topically-acceptable caffeine metal carboxylate in a hydroalcoholic gel, as well as its preparation and use. The composition, which can be used as slenderizer and/or in the treatment of cellulitis, comprises a long acting topically-acceptable caffeine metal carboxylate as the active principle, which is present in the form of heterogeneously-distributed microgranules or microparticles, having a diameter of about 0.2 to 2 millimeters, suspended in a hydroalcoholic gel in which they are insoluble, advantageously together with Vitamin E or a derivative thereof.

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