Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Preparations characterized by special physical form
Reexamination Certificate
2001-10-02
2011-12-27
Hartley, Michael G (Department: 1618)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Preparations characterized by special physical form
Reexamination Certificate
active
08084046
ABSTRACT:
Absorbent articles, such as catamenial tampons, are disclosed. The absorbent articles include an effective amount of an isoprenoid inhibitory compound to substantially inhibit the production of exotoxins by Gram positive bacteria. The isoprenoid inhibitory compounds of the present invention include terpenes and terpenoids which substantially reduce the production of exotoxins by Gram positive bacteria.
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Proctor Richard A.
Syverson Rae E.
Armstrong Teasdale LLP
Hartley Michael G
Kimberly--Clark Worldwide, Inc.
Westerberg Nissa
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