Triple-action remedy for removing toxic oils from skin with simultaneous soothing and healing
US8067358B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Nov 12, 2008 |
| Grant date | Nov 29, 2011 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Apr 24, 2029 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC A)Human Necessities
- CPC primaryA61K47/32
- WIPO fieldPharmaceuticals
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
Disclosed are formulae and methods for the simultaneous relief of a variety of unpleasant symptoms of poison ivy on the skin. The compositions of the present invention remove toxic urushiol, relieve itching of the skin from urushiol, and heal the dermatitis caused by urushiol. A preferred embodiment of the invention is a topical dosage form which can be applied as often as desired, may be scrubbed onto the skin, and leaves a soothing effect on the skin after rinsing with warm water.
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