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Compositions for the treatment of dermatological disorders and methods for their use

US5648389A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateOct 27, 1995
Grant dateJul 15, 1997
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Expiry dateOct 27, 2015

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q19/00
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

The present invention provides compositions and methods for alleviation of both visible and non-visible, or pre-emergent, dermatological lesions associated with changes in normal keratinization, cutaneous infection, epidermal formation or pilosebaceous function, such as acne, psoriasis, seborrhea, ingrown hairs and pseudofolliculitis barbae, and hyperpigmented skin. The inventive compositions comprise a dermatologically absorbable topical antimicrobial, antibiotic, antibacterial or antifungal agent; a dermatologically absorbable alpha or beta hydroxy acid; and a dermatologically absorbable zinc compound in a suitable carrier.

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