Muscle relaxant and analgesic containing oil of Melaleuca, spp.
US5096709A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 7, 1989 |
| Grant date | Mar 17, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Dec 7, 2009 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K36/61
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A muscle relaxant and analgesic composition having at least five percent and preferably ten percent oil of Melaleuca spp. therein. The composition also contains other aromatic oils, such as camphor, menthol and methyl salicylate, a thickening agent, a preservative, and a carrier. The composition provides relief for sore muscles or joints when applied topically to the affected area. The Melaleuca oil preferably contains at least thirty percent terpinen-4-ol and less than fifteen percent 1,8-cineole.
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