Method and composition for protecting against jellyfish stings

Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Topical body preparation containing solid synthetic organic... – Skin cosmetic coating

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424 59, 424 7802, 424401, 514642, 514829, 514862, A61K 3174, A61K 742, A61K 700, A61K 3114

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ABSTRACT:
The present invention is directed towards a method, a composition and an article of manufacture for protecting the skin from jellyfish stings. The method comprises topically contacting the skin with a composition containing polymeric quaternary ammonium salt in amounts sufficient to protect against the rupture of jellyfish nematocysts. The composition can be in the form of an emulsion, liquid dispersion, solution, skin cream, face cream, lotion or ointment.

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