Abstract:
The present invention relates to a preservative or antimicrobial compositions with broad spectrum antimicrobial activity comprising low concentrations of essential oil (and/or one or more component thereof) and a botanical extract in synergistic combination with a fruit acid and alkanediol, and optionally a solvent. The compositions of the invention may be used in personal care products such as creams or soap products.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a skin or surface disinfectant composition with broad spectrum antimicrobial activity comprising one or more essential oil (and/or one or more component thereof) and one or more fruit acid. The compositions of the invention may be used as non-toxic alternatives to conventional disinfectants or may be added to other antimicrobial agents to enhance their activity. The invention provides effective alternatives to harsher products which may be particularly useful in personal care and household products and where children and/or pet exposure may be a concern.
Abstract:
The present invention provides for compositions and methods that may offer protection from irritants as well as antimicrobial protection. Preferred embodiments of the invention include topical antimicrobial compositions that lack conventional antibiotics or preservatives, wherein the antimicrobial benefit is created by essential oils (or their active ingredients), emollient solvents and, in some instances, anti-inflammatory agents.
Abstract:
Infection-resistant materials, and methods of preparing same, suitable for use within the interior of a human or animal body in such forms as vascular grafts prostheses, or other implanted devices. The material is rendered infection-resistant by incorporating therein antimicrobial agents, such as nalidixic acid derivatives or metal salts of nalidixic acid derivatives. In particular illustrative embodiments, silver norfloxacin and silver pefloxacin, are complexed with natural or synthetic polymeric materials such as silk, polyester (e.g., Dacron), polyurethane, polytetrafluoroethylene, or silicone-based material, to provide long-term prevention of infections which may otherwise result during or after surgery or implantation of a device.