Solid and semi-solid hydrocarbon gels and uses thereof
US6340467B1 · kind B1 · utility
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| Filing date | Feb 19, 1997 |
| Grant date | Jan 22, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Feb 19, 2017 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q17/02
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A solid or semi-solid hydrocarbon gel comprising:a) a solid or semi-solid hydrocarbon; andb) at least one block copolymer selected from the group consisting of:a triblock copolymer;a radial block copolymer;a multiblock copolymera diblock copolymer; andmixtures of these polymers.The hydrocarbon gel is useful as an ointment, balm or salve for wounds. Medicinal ingredients may be included in the hydrocarbon gel for application of such ingredients to wounds, burns or injuries.
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