Drug – bio-affecting and body treating compositions – Preparations characterized by special physical form – Implant or insert
Reexamination Certificate
2007-02-20
2007-02-20
Azpuru, Carlos A. (Department: 1615)
Drug, bio-affecting and body treating compositions
Preparations characterized by special physical form
Implant or insert
Reexamination Certificate
active
10247799
ABSTRACT:
The invention provides compositions and methods for increasing the secretion of mucus within the reproductive tract of a female mammal.
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Azpuru Carlos A.
Kimberly--Clark Worldwide, Inc.
Schwegman Lundberg Woessner & Kluth P.A.
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