Antiviral or antifungal composition comprising an extract of pomegranate rind or other plants and method of use
US5840308A · kind A · utility
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| Filing date | Sep 17, 1996 |
| Grant date | Nov 24, 1998 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Sep 17, 2016 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA01N65/28
- WIPO fieldBasic materials chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Antiviral and antifungal compositions comprising a mixture of a ferrous salt and a plant extract of pomegranate rind, Viburnum plicatum leaves or flowers, tea leaves, or maple leaves in an aqueous solution are disclosed. The compositions are mainly used to prevent the growth of, or kill, viruses or fungi on surfaces. The compositions do not substantially affect bacterial viability as measured by colony forming ability.
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