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Composition for preventing or alleviating skin irritation by formulations containing superoxide dismutase

US4957740A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateJun 16, 1987
Grant dateSep 18, 1990
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Expiry dateJun 16, 2007

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K2800/75
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

This invention discloses use of superoxide dismutase (SOD) as an agent for the protection of the skin against inflammatory reactions associated with chemical irritation and acne. Topical application of SOD in a formulation attenuates dermal injury associated with the induction of reactive oxygen species by a wide variety of chemical irritants, associated with inflammation, and associated with acne.

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