Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Designated organic active ingredient containing
Reexamination Certificate
2004-06-18
2010-11-16
O Hara, Eileen B (Department: 1638)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Designated organic active ingredient containing
Reexamination Certificate
active
07833962
ABSTRACT:
The present invention relates to use of a plant which has been modified to produce increased levels of flavonol glucosides, or an extract thereof containing flavonol glucosides, in reducing hypertension in a mammal.
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Verhoeyen Martine Elisa
Wiseman Sheila Ann
Aronson Michael P.
Conopco Inc.
Hara Eileen B O
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