Mouthwash

US5328682A · kind A · utility

Assignee

• THE BOOTS COMPANY PLC · GB

Inventors

• John Howard Pullen · Troutville, US
• Rabinder Singh · Mansfield, GB
• Kathryn A. Phillips · Mansfield, GB

Key dates

• Filing date: Apr 21, 1993
• Grant date: Jul 12, 1994
• Expiry date: Apr 21, 2013

Classification

• Technology area (CPC A): Human Necessities
• CPC primary: A61Q11/00
• WIPO field: Pharmaceuticals
• WIPO sector: Chemistry

Abstract

Abrasive mouthwash compositions suitable for a "rinse and brush" type product are described and are broadly defined as a pourable suspension containing the following essential components: PA1 a) 0.1-50% abrasive e.g. silica; PA1 b) 0.01-5% suspending agent e.g. montmorillonite clay; PA1 c) 0.1-5% surfactant e.g. sodium lauryl sulphate and PA1 d) liquid carrier e.g. water and humectant. Optional further components include flavourings, colourings, anti-plaque agents, anti-tartar agents, agents for sensitive teeth, fluoride ion sources and sweeteners.