Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Preparations characterized by special physical form – Food or edible as carrier for pharmaceutical
Patent
1988-11-22
1990-07-03
Rollins, John W.
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Preparations characterized by special physical form
Food or edible as carrier for pharmaceutical
424 48, 4241951, 424464, A61K 920, A61K 3578, A61K 968
Patent
active
049389637
ABSTRACT:
Methods and compositions are provided for alleviating xerostomia. The compositions are formulated from Yerba Santa extract and sweetener, and may be in aqueous solution or in gum or lozenge form. The compositions may additionally contain a stimulator compound effective to stimulate salivary gland secretion, e.g., citric acid, ascorbic acid, or both. Preservatives, flavoring agents, coloring agents, emulsifiers, and the like may be included in the compositions as well. The Yerba Santa-based compositions of the invention are orally administered to an affected patient to alleviate the symptoms of dry mouth.
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Catchpole W.
Parnell Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Rollins John W.
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