Product containing an extract of red algae of the genus Porphyra and methods for protecting cells
US7128914B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | May 13, 2004 |
| Grant date | Oct 31, 2006 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 26, 2024 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61Q19/08
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A composition that induces synthesis of stress protective proteins during application of physical or physiological stresses, or physiopathological aggressions on cells including a water-alcohol extract of red algae, taurine and derivatives: about 1 to about 5%, floridoside and derivatives: about 10 to about 25%, one or more of carotenoids and PUFAs, one or more water-soluble vitamins, one or more free amino acids and derivatives, and one or more pigments; and a method of protecting skin against wrinkle formation including administering a therapeutically effective amount of a composition including a water-alcohol extract of red algae that induces synthesis of stress protective proteins during physical or physiological stresses, or physiopathological aggressions on skin cells.
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