Method for the accelerated in vivo removal of ethanol
US7323452B2 · kind B2 · utility
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| Filing date | Dec 20, 2004 |
| Grant date | Jan 29, 2008 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 27, 2026 |
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- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA23V2002/00
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
A method for accelerating the process of removing ethanol from the blood through the use of certain additives that accelerate the metabolic oxidation of ethanol, and others which in addition act as catalysts or “pseudo” enzymes for the oxidation. These additives include multivalent transition metal ions, as well as complexes thereof, and NAD+ which enhance the oxidation reaction. The method described can act as a sobriety inducer and/or as an effective palliative for the unpleasant effects of overuse of ethanol.
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