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Antimicrobial composition with long-term activity

US5178870A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 18, 1992
Grant dateJan 12, 1993
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Expiry dateMay 18, 2012

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K6/69
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The invention relates to an antimicrobial composition on the basis of a physiologically acceptable varnish dissolved therein an antimicrobial agent, preferably chlorhexidine, in an amount sufficient for elimination of Streptococcus mutans in one treatment. This composition can be applied on the tooth surface and other surfaces, such as the skin or on medical instruments.

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