Anti-microbial compositions
US5607681A · kind A · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 30, 1992 |
| Grant date | Mar 4, 1997 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 30, 2012 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q17/005
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Anti-microbial compositions are described which contain iodide and thiocyanate anions, an oxidoreductase enzyme, namely glucose oxidase, and its corresponding oxidisable substrate, D-glucose. Such compositions may advantageously further comprise a peroxidase such as lactoperoxidase. The compositions have excellent anti-microbial properties effective against bacteria yeasts and moulds. The compositions may be provided in concentrated substantially non-reacting forms such as dry powders and non-aqueous solutions which may be diluted to provide compositions with broad spectrum anti-microbial activity. Compositions may be used as preservatives or as active agents providing potent anti-microbial activity of use in oral hygiene, deodorant and anti-dandruff products.
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