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Poly(hydroxy acid)/polymer conjugates for skin applications

US6261544A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateFeb 15, 1999
Grant dateJul 17, 2001
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Expiry dateFeb 15, 2019

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  • Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
  • CPC primaryA61Q19/08
  • WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method for alleviating the symptoms of a cosmetic or dermatologic skin condition is described. An effective amount of a poly(hydroxy acid)/polymer conjugate in a pharmaceutically or cosmetically acceptable vehicle is provided. Topical compositions of the conjugates with another cosmetic or dermatological agent, and compounds of the conjugates having attached physiologically active functional groups, are also provided.

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