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Composition for achieving an alert, yet calm state

US5977120A · kind A · utility

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Key dates

Filing dateNov 17, 1998
Grant dateNov 2, 1999
Priority date
Expiry dateNov 17, 2018

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61K36/67
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Compositions and a method for promoting an alert state without promoting anxiety, comprising at least one kavalactone and at least one methylxanthine. The compositions balance the energizing effects of methylxanthine stimulants with the calming effects of kavalactone relaxants. The compositions of the invention are presented in a variety of formulations, with or without other active ingredients such as vitamins and minerals.

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