Medium chain fatty acids of C8-10 for the treatment of skin lesions
US5175190A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 15, 1991 |
| Grant date | Dec 29, 1992 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 15, 2011 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K31/20
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention pertains to the use of medium chain fatty acids (C8-10) in the treatment of skin lesions. More particularly, the invention relates to a preparation containing medium chain fatty acids (C8-10) which has beneficial effects when applied topically in skin conditions, including acne, psoriasis, chronic conditions considered to be pre-cancerous lesions, and malignant lesions of skin. A composition for topically treating skin lesions which comprises a fatty acid of a carbon number from 8 to 10 having a free carboxyl group and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
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