Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Plant material or plant extract of undetermined constitution... – Containing or obtained from eucalypti
Reexamination Certificate
2002-03-08
2003-06-24
Tate, Christopher R. (Department: 1051)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Plant material or plant extract of undetermined constitution...
Containing or obtained from eucalypti
C424S745000, C424S747000, C424S757000
Reexamination Certificate
active
06582736
ABSTRACT:
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
The present invention generally relates to alternative therapies for physical pain. More particularly, the present invention relates to a composition of six essential oils forming a therapeutic composition for the temporary relief of various body complaints.
For thousands of years, many cultures of humanity have looked across their world and sought remedies for disease. From the four corners of this planet they have developed therapeutic medicines from the very plants, trees, flowers and even the roots themselves. In the days of ancient Egypt, Papyrus manuscripts dating back 2800 BC recorded the use of hundreds of medicinal herbs, fine oils and perfumes. The Egyptians held many of these essential oils in high regard due to their therapeutic properties. When the Greeks visited Egypt, they learned a great deal regarding the medicinal applications of aromatic plants. The father of medicine, Hippocrates, prescribed fumigations and fomentations. Megallus himself created a famous preparation, made from myrrh, cinnamon and cassis. This was used both as a perfume and as a remedy for skin inflammation and battle wounds.
Plants and herbs have long been used for medicinal purposes. Indeed, Native Americans have long known of the healing powers of certain herbs as remedies for various illnesses. Well known examples of using plants and herbs for medicinal purposes include aspirin, which comes from the bark of a white willow tree, and digitalis, which comes from a flower commonly known as Foxglove.
The Arabs produced many great men of science, among them Avicenna (980-1037 AD). Of his many fine works and discoveries, he invented the refrigerated coil, a breakthrough in the art of distillation, which he used to produce essential oils. During these times, there was an outlook possessed by these inventors, a common interest in the interrelatedness of matter and spirit. They used their intuition with the known sciences of their day.
As the Renaissance period came and went, so did the role of essential oils for direct therapeutic intervention. With the arrival of technical chemistry, synthetic counterparts of essential oils created the modern drug industry. They reduced the role of essential oils to employment in perfumes, cosmetics and foods.
In these modern times, pain management is of great concern for those who are prescribed various drugs. Side effects and toxicity are very real experiences mounting negative evidence of these synthetic versions.
Accordingly, there is a need for a natural oil composition which can be used for physical therapy in treating pain and other human body ailments. The present invention fulfills this need and provides other related advantages.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
The present invention resides in a composition of six essential oils extracted from various plants, trees, flowers and roots. More particularly, eugenia caryophyllata, myroxyon pereira, eucalyptus globulus, lavandula augustifolia, mentha piperita, and mentha spicata oil. These constituents are typically added between approximately 8% and 25% by volume of the total composition volume. In a particularly preferred embodiment, the six constituents are each about ⅙ by volume of the total composition volume. These constituents are mixed and blended to create a singular blend.
The mixture is then aged by storing the mixture in the dark for at least a predetermined time period. Preferably, the mixture is stored at a temperature of between 50° F. to 60° F. for at least thirty-six hours.
The therapeutic composition of the present invention may be then topically applied to the afflicted area, the amount of a dosage typically administered by drops or a spray mechanism. Alternatively, the composition is mixed with a carrier, which is typically oil-based. The carrier may comprise at least one of: vegetable oil, apricot kernel oil, avocado oil, borage oil, canola oil, evening primrose oil, grape seed oil, hazelnut oil, jojoba oil,
rosa musceta
oil, wheat germ oil, soy bean oil and sweet almond oil. In such carrier, the composition is applied topically to the afflicted area as a balm.
As a fast acting remedy, this invention acts with relief to the painful area. As a 100% natural product, the invention is a safe, non-toxic alternative and without the side effects of pharmaceutical medicines prescribed for physical pain.
Other features and advantages of the present invention will become apparent from the following more detailed description, taken in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, which illustrate, by way of example, the principles of the invention.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENT
The present invention resides in a therapeutic composition that provides a safe, effective therapeutic alternative for pain management. It consists of six carefully chosen essential oils. These oils are then blended and aged to a formula that is the basis of the invention. This invention has a pleasant fragrance, soothing to all skin conditions and performs well for many painful complaints.
The composition comprises six essential oils, namely:
1)
Eucalyptus Globulus
Var.
Globulus
(Eucalyptus);
2) Eugenia Caryophyllata (Clove Bud);
3)
Myroxylon Balsamum
Var.
Pereirae
(Peru balsam)
4)
Mentha Spicata
(Spearmint);
5)
Mentha Piperita
(Peppermint); and
6)
Lavandula Augustifolia
(True Lavender).
The oils are 100% pure in strength. The botanical oils are typically extracted via steam, water or dry distillation. This process isolates only the volatile and water-insoluble parts of the plant. Essential oils are usually liquid, but can also be solid (orris) or a semi-solid (rose). They dissolve in pure alcohol, fats and oils but not in water and, unlike the so-called fixed plant oils (such as olive oil), they evaporate when exposed to air, leaving no oily residue.
The following is a description of the individual components, their principal active constituents, and their actions and indications based on past use and history.
1)
Eucalyptus Globulus
—Eucalyptus
PRINCIPAL CONSTITUENTS—Cineol (70-85%), pinene, limonene, cymene, Phellandrene, terpinene, aromadendrene, among others.
ACTIONS—Analgesic, antieuralgic, antirhueumatic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, antiviral, balsamic, cicatrisant, decongestant, deodorant, depurative, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hypoglycemic, rebefacient, stimulant, vermifige, vulnerary
INDICATIONS—Muscular aches and pains, arthritis, rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis, colds, fevers, flu, infectious illnesses, headaches, neuralgia.
2);
Eugenia Caryophyllata—
Clove Bud
PRINCIPAL CONSTITUENTS—Eugenol (60-90%), eugenol acetate, Caryophyllene.
ACTIONS—Anthelminthic, antibiotic, anti-emetic, antihistaminic, antirheumatic antineuralgic, antioxidant, antiseptic, antiviral, carminative, counter irritant, Expectorant, larvicidal, spasmolytic, stimulant, stomachic, vermifuge.
3)
Myroxylon balsamum
var.
pereirae
—Peru balsam
PRINCIPAL CONSTITUENTS—Cinnamein (50-64%), resin (20-28 percent) benzoic and cinnamic acid esters such as benzyl benzoate, benzyl cinnamate, and cinnamyl cinnamate and other traces.
ACTIONS—Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, balsamic, expectorant, stimulant, and promotes the growth of epithelial cells.
INDICATIONS—Rheumatism, asthma, bronchitis, low blood pressure, colds, dry skin, eczema, rashes, sores, bruises, nervous tension, stress.
4)
Mentha spicata
—Spearmint
PRINCIPAL CONSTITUENTS—L-Carvone (50-70%), dihydrocarvone, Phellandrene, limonene, menthone, menthol, pulegone, cineol, linadol, pinenes.
ACTIONS—Anesthetic (local), antiseptic, antispasmodic, astringent, carminative, cephalic, cholagogue, decongestant, digestive, diuretic, expectorant, febrifuge, hepatic nervine, stimulant, stomachic, tonic.
INDICATIONS—Stress, headache, migraine, nervous strain, neurasthenia, colds, flu, fevers, colic, dyspepsia, flatulence, hepatobiliary disorders, nausea, vomiting, asthma, bronchitis, catarrhal conditions, sinusitis.
5)
Mentha piperita
—Peppermint
PRINCIPAL CONSTITUENTS—Menthol (29-48%) Menthone (20-31%) Menthyl acetate, menthofuran, limonene,
Flood Michele C.
Tate Christopher R.
Terra de Sol
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