Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Preparations characterized by special physical form – Tablets – lozenges – or pills
Reexamination Certificate
2004-08-19
2008-11-18
Davis, Ruth A (Department: 1657)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Preparations characterized by special physical form
Tablets, lozenges, or pills
C424S195110, C424S439000
Reexamination Certificate
active
07452553
ABSTRACT:
A delivery system and method for delivering soluble dietary fibers in a chewable tablet form which is palatable and demonstrates a high degree of consumer acceptability.
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CNS Inc.
Davis Ruth A
Dinner Dara L.
Furman Theodore R.
Gough Tiffany M
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