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20080206293 | Absorbent substrate with a non-leaching antimicrobial activity and a controlled-release bioactive agent. - This invention relates to antimicrobial wound dressings having a non-leaching antimicrobial activity, releasable antimicrobial and antiprotease agents, and a controlled-release bioactive agent such as doxycycline. The Wound dressing material is absorbent and acts as a substrate for antimicrobial and antiprotease agents as well as bioactive agents. More generally, this invention relates to methods and compositions for materials having a non-leaching coating that has antimicrobial properties. The coating is applied to substrates such as gauze-type wound dressings, powders and other substrates. Covalent, non-leaching, non-hydrolyzable bonds are formed between the substrate and the polymer molecules that form the coating. A high concentration of anti-microbial groups on multi-length polymeric molecules and relatively long average chain lengths, contribute to an absorbent or superabsorbent surface with a high level antimicrobial efficacy. Utilization of non-leaching coatings having a plurality of anionic or cationic sites is used according to this invention to bind a plurality of oppositely charged biologically or chemically active compounds, and to release the bound oppositely charged biologically or chemically active compounds from said substrate over a period of time to achieve desired objectives as diverse as improved wound healing to reduction in body odor. | 08-28-2008 |
20080220034 | Antiadhesive Polymers for Prevention of Adhesion of Microorganisms to Textiles and for Prevention of Laundry Odor - Textile treatment agents and/or capsules comprising a polymer having antiadhesive action against microorganisms which adhere to a textile substrate, methods of treating textile substrates therewith and the textile so treated, wherein the polymer comprises a polymeric structural element selected from the group consisting of polyesters, polysaccharides, polyethers, polyurethanes, polyureas, polyamides, and heteropolymers thereof. | 09-11-2008 |
20080254080 | Novel Uses of Calcium Hydroxide - A heating ventilation and air conditioning (“HVAC”) system having bacterial spore, viral, and fungal killing activity. The HVAC system components are at least partially coated with a biocidal composition having hydrated lime, soluble binder polymer mixture and humecatant are mixed in either an organic based- or water based-solvent system that is useful for coating HVAC system components. | 10-16-2008 |
20080254081 | Moist Wipe and Method of Making Same - A moist wipe having a web of fibers stabilized as with a suitable binder, and the stabilized, dry web having an anionic surface charge not greater than about 1.2 meq/Kg. A cationic functional agent in an aqueous imbuement is added to the web which is partially adsorbed by the web and a portion of the agent remaining free. Because the anionic surface charge on the substrate is relatively low, there remains in the free aqueous medium a sufficient quantity of the functional agent deliverable to the surface to achieve the desired efficacy. The resulting web will adsorb a limited amount of the cationic functional agent in the aqueous imbuement, and thereby an adequate amount of the agent remains in the solution free of the web for deliverance to the surface, thereby obviating high loadings of the imbuement and the active functional agent. | 10-16-2008 |
20080260788 | Skin Cleaning Composition - The present invention describes a skin cleaning and disinfecting composition comprising an active component, wherein the active component comprises at least one alcohol, at least one halogen. The present invention also describes corresponding anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal compositions, as well as a method of manufacturing same. | 10-23-2008 |
20080274153 | Use of Emu Oil and its various fractions as a carrier for antifungal, antibacterial, and antiviral medications & preparations - An animal-derived lipid is disclosed that is useful as a carrying agent for anti-microbial formulations. Pharmaceutical and other preparations including Emu Oil are also described as profoundly useful components in anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral treatments. This lipid material is extracted from the Emu ( | 11-06-2008 |
20090017083 | Bioswellable sutures - Swellable, coated sutures have a swellable polymeric coating and a fibrous component, wherein the coating is formed of an absorbable or non-absorbable polymer, while the fibrous component is formed of a synthetic absorbable or non-absorbable monofilament yarn, synthetic absorbable or non-absorbable braided multifilament yarn, braided silk multifilament yarn or combinations thereof. In certain instances, the coating is used as a carrier for the controlled delivery of different types of bioactive agents, including those having antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory, anesthetic, tissue growth-promoting, and antineoplastic activities. | 01-15-2009 |
20090035339 | Methods of Inactivating Viruses - A method of inactivating viruses is provided. The method comprises the step of topically applying an antimicrobial composition comprising: an organic acid; and an anionic surfactant mixture having a characteristic selected from the group consisting of: a linear alkyl chain having a chain length of from about C | 02-05-2009 |
20090060963 | Wearing Article Capable of Promoting Human Health - A wearing article includes an article element and a fastening mechanism. The article element includes at least one pack unit that has a fabric housing and a flexible pad body fitted into the fabric housing and including a thin elastic matrix of an elastic material and a plurality of functional particles dispersed in the matrix and capable of providing at least one of the functions consisting of emitting far-infrared rays, emitting negative ions, and destroying bacteria. The fastening mechanism is secured to the pack unit so as to permit wearing of the pack unit by the human body and abutment of the fabric housing against the human body. | 03-05-2009 |
20090074826 | EXTRUDED COMPONENT WITH ANTIMICROBIAL COMPONENT - An extruded component formed from an extruded material having antimicrobial components is disclosed. The extruded material may be formed from polymers and formed into a generally elongated shape. The antibacterial components may extend from an outer surface of the extruded material radially outward. A color dye coating may be placed on the outer surface of the extruded material. The antibacterial component may be sized such that the color dye coating may be applied to the outer surface of the extruded material without compromising the effectiveness of the antibacterial component. | 03-19-2009 |
20090081268 | ANTIBACTERIAL NECK-TIE - The neck-tie according to the present invention is made with an antibacterial yarn. This yarn presents intrinsic antibacterial properties and performs both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal function. Said yarn is obtained by means of a procedure that entails adding, before the spinning phase, an antibacterial agent that comprises a dispersion of silver atoms or ions directly to the material that will go to form the yarn. | 03-26-2009 |
20090087466 | PROCESS FOR PROVIDING ANTIMICROBIAL SURFACES - Processes for providing durable antimicrobial surfaces are disclosed that comprise treating a polymer substrate surface with formaldehyde followed by treatment with an antimicrobial peptide. Further embodiments include articles, including medical devices, characterized by a durable antimicrobial surface provided by the processes of the invention. | 04-02-2009 |
20090092645 | Radiation Method for Fabrication of Nano-sized Compound Antibacterial Fabric Textile - The invention discloses an innovative process to produce highly antibacterial nano-composite fabric textile containing silver metal compound. The process mainly uses high-energy D-ray radiation to modify silver type of bactericides and graft or crosslink them onto Nylon or PET fiber surface to produce excellent antibacterial textile products. The mechanism uses silver nano-compound as performance additive and through Co-60 irradiation technique reduces and firmly fastens silver particles onto Nylon or PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) fiber material. Because the inorganic silver type bactericides actively interact with enzymes in bacteria or destroy cell walls to achieve good bactericidal effect, the radiation process does not need initiators or other additives. So the process is simple and effective. The test results prove excellent bactericidal power and potential value in household or medical textile products. | 04-09-2009 |
20090155327 | Self-Indicating Wipe for Removing Bacteria from a Surface - A wipe that includes a bacteriostatic agent that contains cations having an affinity for the negatively charged cell walls of bacteria is provided. The affinity of the bacteriostatic agent for the bacteria allows the wipe to capture bacteria, thereby removing them from a surface and also inhibiting their spread to other surfaces that may contact the wipe. Of particular advantage, the bacteriostatic agent may help protect against the spread or infection of pathogens without the use of chemicals, such as antiseptics or antibiotics. Still further, the wipe of the present invention also contains a solvatochromatic indicator that undergoes a color change in the presence of a broad spectrum of bacteria. Thus, when the wipe captures bacteria, the indicator undergoes a color change that signals to the user that the wipe is functioning properly. The lack of a color change may likewise provide the user with the assurance that the area is generally free of bacteria and clean. | 06-18-2009 |
20090186057 | Topical Use of Probiotic Bacillus Spores to Prevent or Control Microbial Infections - Compositions including an isolated | 07-23-2009 |
20090196896 | ANTIMICROBIAL AGENT TO INHIBIT GROWTH OF MICROORGANISMS ON DISPOSABLE PRODUCTS - The present disclosure relates to an article having a fiber including an antimicrobial agent to inhibit growth of microorganisms. The article inhibits the growths of microorganisms in biological, physiological fluids, and non-biological solutions. The article includes a fibrous structure and silver halide particles applied to the fibers to inhibit the growth of the microorganism. | 08-06-2009 |
20090269379 | Material Having Antibacterial and Antifungal Properties - A garment or footwear based on a synthetic thermoplastic polymer material containing (a) an antibacterial agent selected from phenolic antimicrobial compounds of the formula (I) wherein n is 0 or preferably 1, R | 10-29-2009 |
20090280151 | FABRIC WITH ACTIVE PRINCIPLES AND RELEVANT RECHARGING METHOD OF THE ACTIVE PRINCIPLES - The fabric consists of lycra fibres and microfibres and it has long the fibres a glycoprotein ( | 11-12-2009 |
20090324665 | ANTIBACTERIAL, ANTI-ABSORBENT AND ANTIMICROBIAL BREAST SUPPORTS, BRAS AND RELATED APPAREL - A breast support system, bra and related apparel are disclosed that comprise a support member having an outer surface and an inner surface, wherein the support member comprises at least one antibacterial material, at least one anti-absorbent material, at least one antimicrobial material or a combination thereof. | 12-31-2009 |
20100003296 | MANUFACTURING METHODS AND APPLICATIONS OF ANTIMICROBIAL PLANT FIBERS HAVING SILVER PARTICLES - The present invention also provides a method for making the antimicrobial plant fibers. The characteristic of the method is no need of additional reducing agent. The present invention provides plant fibers with antimicrobial effects. The antimicrobial antifungal effect of the fibers is derived from nanosilver particles (diameter between 1 and 100 nm) which are attached to the fibers. The fibers which are made of cotton, linen, blending fibers, or any combination thereof. The fibers can be used to make yarn cloth to be used particularly for treating patients with burns or wound. The cloth made from the antimicrobial fibers can be further used to make clothes such as underwears, socks, shoe cushions, shoe linings, bed sheets, pillow cases, towels, women hygiene products, laboratory coats, and medical robes. | 01-07-2010 |
20100021512 | Incontinence garments with a silver lining infection stopper - Antibiotics used to cure Uterine Tract Infections have resulted in the growth of MRSA. and other antibiotic resistant bacteria. The CDC guidelines state “Disposable diapers cause 95% of all UTI'S”. The procedures used for “prevention” are ineffective because millions of bacteria in incontinence garments continue to double every 20 minutes. Silver ions in bandages are used to cure severly damaged skin, such as in burns. The best two in a large scale test achieved results in just 30 minutes. This Invention uses silver ions in linings next to the skin to stop the growth of over 250 kinds of infectious bacteria on it's surface and the body parts it touches. It achieves results in 30 minutes, equal to the most highly rated bandages . . . for every level of incontinence for both sexes. | 01-28-2010 |
20100055142 | Carrier Neutralization/Modification in Antimicrobial Compositions, Articles and Methods - A method of treating a substrate having a charge bias with at least one antimicrobial agent to modify the release properties of the antimicrobial agent with respect to the substrate, the method includes eliminating, mitigating, or modifying the charge bias of the substrate by applying at least one first agent to the substrate, and applying the at least one antimicrobial agent to the substrate. Related articles are also described. | 03-04-2010 |
20100136073 | ANTIMICROBIAL PLASTICS AND COATINGS - Plastics and coatings are provided outstanding antimicrobial activity by incorporation therein of elemental silver and silver supported on a zeolite or on a glass. The compositions are suitable for medical use, for example for tubes, catheters, textiles and the like. The plastic textiles are woven or nonwoven. The plastics are for example polyurethane, polycarbonate, liquid silicone rubber, polypropylene or polyethylene or polymer composites. | 06-03-2010 |
20100136074 | BIOCIDIC TEXTILES AND FABRICS - It is in the scope of the invention to disclose a biocidic textiles and fabrics, comprising at least one insoluble proton sink or source (PSS). The textiles and fabrics is provided useful for killing living target cells (LTCs), or otherwise disrupting vital intracellular processes and/or intercellular interactions of the LTC upon contact; the PSS comprising (i) proton source or sink providing a buffering capacity; and (ii) means providing proton conductivity and/or electrical potential; wherein the PSS is effectively disrupting the pH homeostasis and/or electrical balance within the confined volume of the LTC and/or disrupting vital intercellular interactions of the LTCs while efficiently preserving the pH of the LTCs' environment. | 06-03-2010 |
20100136075 | METHOD FOR TREATING AN AT LEAST PARTIALLY METALLIZED TEXTILE, TREATED TEXTILE AND USE THEREOF - The invention relates to a method for treating an at least partially metallised textile, according to which said textile is treated with at least one agent selected from the group consisting of reductants and complex formers. The invention also relates to a textile treated in this way and to the use thereof for the anti-microbial treatment of liquids or for producing hosiery, insoles, clothing, covers for seating furniture or mattresses. A textile that has been treated according to the invention is capable of an adjustable, purpose-specific metal delivery depending on the field of application. | 06-03-2010 |
20100183691 | Use of Titanium metal fine-particles for increasing the effect of Germicidal medicines used for human skin dermatosis, skin infection and traumatism - The use of Titanium metal fine-particles for increasing of effect of the germicidal medicines used for human skin, skin infection and traumatism, is provided. The application of the Titanium metal fine-particles layer being laid on or close to skin, in combination with a medicine, functions to restrain bacteria breeding and multiplying, accelerate skin and dermic-organism metabolism, and promoting capillary purification. By these functions, an environment which is harmful and fatal for bacteria breeding/multiplying will be developed on the human body skin and dermic-organism. These functions are demonstrated by the increased effects of the germicidal medicines which are used for human skin dermatosis, skin infection and traumatism. | 07-22-2010 |
20100233223 | Powder-Free Antimicrobial Coated Glove - Provided herein are powder-free elastomeric articles exhibiting good antimicrobial and anti-blocking properties. Also provided herein are methods for the manufacture of such articles substantially free from antimicrobial interfering materials, as well as packaging means for maintaining antimicrobial efficacy. | 09-16-2010 |
20100291168 | ANTIMICROBIAL FORMULATIONS COMPRISING A COMBINATION OF A PYRIDINE THIOL AND A BIS-QUINOLINIUM SALT - An antimicrobial formulation containing a pyridine thiol and a bis-quinolinium salt which contains a cation of formula (I) below: wherein n is an integer from 3 to 18. The formulation may in particular be used for the treatment of a bacterial condition, more particularly acne or body odour. It is suitably applied topically. | 11-18-2010 |
20100330138 | BIOSTABLE, MULTIPURPOSE, MICROBICIDAL INTRAVAGINAL DEVICES - Biostable, multipurpose, microbicidal intravaginal devices in the form of rings, ringed-meshes, sponges, or diaphragms for use by women and condoms for use by male partners are provided, wherein each of the devices contains a drug effective in treating a particular vaginal infection, while further exhibiting at least one additional function selected from the group dealing with non-hormonal contraception, management of sexually transmitted diseases, viral infections, and retroviral infections as well as the treatment of cervical cancer. | 12-30-2010 |
20110002971 | CERIA FOR USE AS AN ANTIMICROBIAL BARRIER AND DISINFECTANT IN A WOUND DRESSING - The present invention relates to protecting a human from an infection using a disinfecting agent as described herein and a method for use thereof, more particularly to a rare earth-containing device for protecting a wound and a method for use thereof. | 01-06-2011 |
20110052651 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND PRODUCTS - The present disclosure provides antimicrobial compositions for use in textiles, as well as methods of preparing these compositions and treating textiles with these compositions. | 03-03-2011 |
20110110998 | POLYSILOXANE ANTIMICROBIALS - Disclosed are oligo- or polysiloxanes, which are characterized by containing at least 3, for example 4-3000, Si atoms in the main chain, and wherein at least one thereof is contained in a moiety of the formula (I) whose open bond of the O atom is linked to another Si atom of the oligo- or polysiloxane main chain, and whose open bond of the Si atom is linked either to another O atom of the oligo- or polysiloxane main chain or to R′ | 05-12-2011 |
20110110999 | METHOD OF MANUFACTURING NATURAL OR SYNTHETIC FIBERS CONTAINING SILVER NANO-PARTICLES - There is described a method for the deposition of silver nanoparticles on the surface of natural or synthetic textile fibers. | 05-12-2011 |
20110142898 | DEVICES FOR TREATMENT OF SKIN DISORDERS - The present invention discloses a layer of fabrics having antibacterial/microbe-resistant properties that are designed for contacting with the human skin. The fabric layer can be disposed, directly or indirectly, onto a pillowcase, pillow, comforter, comforter cover, head support, bed cloth, sleeping bag, mattress, cushion, blanket, and garment. | 06-16-2011 |
20110165212 | Nano antimicrobial personal protection gear - An antimicrobial protection gear for use by a person, the an antimicrobial protection gear comprising a 1 | 07-07-2011 |
20110200655 | Systems and methods that kill infectious agents (bacteria) without the use of a systemic anti-biotic - A medical product is provided that is selected from at least one of, nasal cannulas, oxygen masks, wound dressings, bandages, band aids, catheters, endotrachial tubes, condoms, surgical and other gloves, sheaths for endoscopy probes, and medical products that physically touch the body. A coating is included with at least one of, a non-antibiotic, antimicrobial and/or antiviral substance that prevents further local, non-systemic, colonization of infections. | 08-18-2011 |
20110212150 | PROCESS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CELLULOSIC MOLDED BONES - The present invention relates to a process for the treatment of a cellulosic molded body, wherein the molded body is contacted with an acid solution of a chitosan. The process according to the invention is characterized in that the chitosan has a deacetylation degree of at least 80%, a nitrogen content of at least 7 w %, preferably at least 7.5 w %, a weight average molecular weight M | 09-01-2011 |
20110223227 | Method for preventing direct touch contact with a germ-laden contact surface - A method for using a commercially-available silver-coated anti-microbial wound dressing (sold under the trademark Silverlon) as a protective guard to prevent direct touch-contact between the hand of an individual and a contact surface. The protective guard establishes a barrier to prevent the spread of germs and potentially disease-causing bacteria from the contact surface to the individual's hand. The protective guard can be carried in the individual's hand and simply moved against the contact surface. Alternatively, the protective guard an be attached to, bent around or folded over the contact surface to prevent direct touch-contact therewith. | 09-15-2011 |
20110229542 | METHODS FOR IMPARTING ANTI-MICROBIAL, MICROBICIDAL PROPERTIES TO FABRICS, YARNS AND FILAMENTS, AND FABRICS, YARNS AND FILAMENTS EMBODYING SUCH PROPERTIES - An antimicrobial fabric and method for treating fabric to impart antimicrobial properties thereto by preparing an aqueous solution of eugenol, polyvinyl alcohol, and glyoxal, padding the fabric with the aqueous solution to achieve a preselected desired part by weight wet pickup, drying the fabric; and curing the fabric. | 09-22-2011 |
20110250253 | Antimicrobial treatment of synthetic nonwoven textiles - Highly active, leach-resistant, antimicrobial nonwoven textiles are prepared by treating at least one surface of the nonwoven material with an anionic polyelectrolyte, such as carboxymethyl cellulose, alginic acid, poly(acrylic acid) etc and at least one select quaternary ammonium antimicrobial agent. The textiles of the invention, and products produced from them, exhibit a highly effective quick kill rate, for example a log 4 CFU reduction within a 5 minute contact time, against microbes such as fungi and gram (−) and gram (+) bacteria. | 10-13-2011 |
20110318401 | TREATMENT OF LEG ULCERS USING PLACENTA DERIVED COLLAGEN BIOFABRIC - The present invention provides a method of treating a leg ulcer comprising contacting the leg ulcer with a collagen biofabric. The leg ulcer may be a venous, arterial, diabetic or decubitus (pressure) ulcer. The invention further provides kits comprising one or more pieces of collagen biofabric for the treatment of a leg ulcer. | 12-29-2011 |
20120003289 | WASHING AID HAVING AN ANTIBACTERIAL EFFECT - The present invention is an auxiliary washing aid comprising a textile substrate coated or otherwise impregnated with a composition comprising elementary silver and/or a silver compound, non-neutralized fatty acid, and hydrogen peroxide. | 01-05-2012 |
20120045496 | IONIZED PERFORMANCE FABRIC WITH ANTIMICROBIAL/ANTIBACTERIAL/ANTIFUNGAL PROPERTIES - A composition for treating fabric includes about 0.1 to about 10.0% cross linking agent, about 0.1 to about 5.0% of a material selected from a group consisting of oxidized polyolefin, polyolefin and mixtures thereof, about 0.1 to about 0.5% wetting agent, about 1.0 to about 14.0% of a material selected from a group consisting of aminofunctional silicone, ionizing agent and mixtures thereof, about 0.0 to about 2.0% catalyst, about 1.0 to about 3.0% antimicrobial/antibacterial/antifungal agent and any remainder as a carrier. The composition has a pH of between about 2.0 to about 4.0. A performance fabric treated with the composition and a method of treating a performance fabric are also provided. | 02-23-2012 |
20120070480 | ANTIMICROBIAL DISPOSABLE ABSORBENT ARTICLES - Disposable absorbent articles comprising an absorbent material and an antimicrobial composition are disclosed. The antimicrobial composition includes a carrier comprising fatty alcohol and a poly(alkyleneoxy) polymer, and an antimicrobial agent. The antimicrobial composition may be coated on to component substrates such as nonwovens and films, that are incorporated into disposable absorbent articles, such as disposable infant diapers, adult incontinence articles, feminine hygiene articles such as sanitary napkins, wound dressings, bandages, panty liners and tampons, personal care wipes and household wipes to provide odor control, and control of microbial growth. | 03-22-2012 |
20120070481 | STABLE AQUEOUS SOLUTIONS OF SILANE QUAT AMMONIUM COMPOUNDS - Textiles coated with aqueous compositions of silane quaternary ammonium compounds and alkali metal bicarbonates are provided with deodorization properties and protection from allergens, irritants, molds, dust mites, bacteria, and fungi. | 03-22-2012 |
20120082711 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS AND FIBRES INCORPORATING THE SAME - The present application defines an antimicrobial composition comprising (a) at least two antimicrobial agents having different antimicrobial mechanisms of action and being present in amounts that together provide a synergistic antimicrobial effect or (b) an antimicrobial agent and a surface modifying agent, an antimicrobial masterbatch comprising antimicrobial composition (a) or (b) and a polymer carrier, an antimicrobial fibre composition comprising the antimicrobial masterbatch and a fibre substrate, an antimicrobial fibre comprising a fibre body or a fibre surface having the antimicrobial fibre composition, and a process for producing antimicrobial fibres. | 04-05-2012 |
20120087963 | DISINFECTANT COMPOSITION COMPRISING A BIGUANIDE COMPOUND - Disclosed is a method for killing spores from a surface or a material, comprising applying an effective amount of a biocidal composition which comprises one or more biguanide polymers, and one or more further active agents on said surface or material, characterised in that the or each further active agent is, when taken alone, sporicidally inactive. Compositions comprising polymeric biguanides and one or more further biocidal agents and, optionally, a polyorganosiloxane, have been found to be effective as a sporicidal agent and are particularly effective against the spores of | 04-12-2012 |
20120121679 | VIRICIDAL AND MICROBICIDAL COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - The present disclosure encompasses compositions comprising a surfactant, and an acid such as, but not limited to, levulinic acid, that together have a synergistic effect in reducing the viability of a virus population compared to the efficacy of the individual compounds. This synergy allows the formulation of compositions where the active agents (including an acid and a surfactant) are present at concentrations effective to inactivate viruses on surfaces, including human skin. The viricidal compositions disclosed herein are efficacious without damaging the surface to which they may be applied, or even altering the organoleptic properties of a treated food substance. The viricidal compositions and wipes containing such compositions are suitable for sanitizing any surface suspected of having a viral load thereon, or where it is desirable to ensure that a viral load is as low as possible. | 05-17-2012 |
20120135060 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR CELL KILLING - Provided herein are biocidic compositions including an ion exchange material, wherein when said material is in an environment capable of transporting H | 05-31-2012 |
20120164202 | ANTIMICROBIAL COLLOIDAL SILVER AND GOLD PRODUCTS AND METHOD OF MAKING SAME - Gelatinous foam, coated paper, fabric, and polymer materials combined with the Colloidal Silver or Gold additive to formulate products with antimicrobial surfaces. Some embodiments of the present invention can include gelatinous materials selected from a group consisting of thermosetting polymer, Styrene-Ethylene-Butadiene-Styrene polymer (SEBS), Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE), and Polyurethane (PU) gelatin with and without a raised geometry on an outer surface and in any shape. The various embodiments include coated polymer sheets, polymer trays, bamboo and/or cotton towels and fabric, polymer foam, or polymer mats containing nano-silver or nano-gold in an scheduled and organized manner (with input/requests from the customer) to create permanent or semi-permanent anti-microbial surfaces. | 06-28-2012 |
20120207805 | Wipe for Use with a Germicidal Solution - An antimicrobial wipe that contains a polymer coating having a synergistic combination of ingredients for providing controlled release of an antimicrobial agent and also good antimicrobial efficacy is provided. One such ingredient is a high molecular weight polyamideamine release agent. Due to the polycationic nature of the release agent, it is able to adhere to the wipe, which is generally formed from fibers having a negative surface charge (e.g., cellulosic fibers). In this manner, the release agent can occupy binding sites on the wipe to inhibit the antimicrobial agent from adhering thereto, thus allowing it to be expressed in the germicidal solution to kill microbes on the desired surface. The adherence of the release agent to the wipe is even further enhanced by crosslinking the polyamideamine to increase its molecular weight, thereby enabling it to form a structural network that physically adheres to the wipe and that blocks the antimicrobial agent from binding thereto. Furthermore, the polyamideamine is amidated so that it contains secondary and/or tertiary amides. A cell permeabilizer is also employed in the polymer coating to enhance the efficacy of the antimicrobial agent during use. More particularly, polycationic materials are particularly useful in permeabilizing the outer cell membrane without adversely impacting the ability of the polyamideamine to release the antimicrobial agent within the wipe. | 08-16-2012 |
20120219609 | PATHOGEN PROTECTION GARMENT WITH BOTH RAPID AND PERSISTENT RECHARGABLE SELF-STERILIZATION - A moisture-permeable glove or other garment protects against user contamination and cross-contamination by providing both rapid and persistent sterilization. Exposure to halogen of inherent NH groups and/or attached hydantoin can form a persistent outer halamine sterilization layer. A second inner halamine layer intercepts any pathogens that penetrate the outer surface. The garment can be single layer, or can include a detachable inner liner. Embodiments are compatible with rapid decontamination using an alcohol-based agent. Some embodiments provide a 180 second 3-log kill rate for at least | 08-30-2012 |
20120276181 | System for Reducing Bacteria on Food Surfaces While Extending Shelf Life - A synergistic system for substantially reducing surface contaminants of a food and inhibiting yeast, mold and bacteria growth in a food, beverage or food grade cosmetic preparation comprising a substantially transparent and odorless solution made from a plurality of substantially organic compounds selected from: citric acid, sodium citrate, vegetable glycerin, sea salt, potassium sorbate, decyl glucoside, calcium ascorbate, grapefruit seed extract, quillaja saponin, calcium carbonate, ascorbic acid, sodium percarbonate and sodium bisulfite, and an applicator for applying the solution to the food substance. | 11-01-2012 |
20120294919 | Antimicrobial Silver Silica Composite - The invention is directed to an antimicrobial metal composite formed by vaporizing an antimicrobial metal or antimicrobial metal salt such as silver, copper or salts thereof using an plasma system and cooling the formed vapor in the presence of a fluidized gas of filler powder. Alternatively, the filler or a filler precursor is entrained with the antimicrobial metal or antimicrobial metal precursor and vaporized and then upon cooling the antimicrobial metal vapor and filler vapor condense to form the composite. The composite shows high antimicrobial activity and can be incorporated into or onto polymers, coatings, textiles, paper, gels (for example for wound care), lubricants, adhesives and cosmetics or pharmaceutical, especially medical devices. | 11-22-2012 |
20120294920 | WOUND DRESSING - The invention relates to a wound dressing having a backing and an antimicrobial wound contact layer, wherein the wound contact layer has a hydrophobized active ingredient. | 11-22-2012 |
20120321686 | Antifungal Material - The present invention relates to antifungal materials, particularly to nanoparticles comprising or consisting of a non-persistent inorganic support material such as Tricalciumphosphate (TCP) and copper as a dopant in the form of Cu | 12-20-2012 |
20120328680 | Wound Treatment Therapy - The wound treatment therapy deactivates pathogenic microorganisms within the wound environment without disrupting the cell walls. The wound treatment therapy of this invention combines the application of stabilized hypochlorous acid compound with the application of a hydrophobic wound dressing. The application of hypochlorous acid provides the initial anti-microbial agent, which disrupts and eradicates biofilm, as well as, deactivates the harmful pathogenic organisms within the wound environment. The application of the hydrophobic wound dressing, which is designed to bind harmful hydrophobic microorganisms and toxins, provides a mechanical vehicle for physically removing deactivated hydrophobic microorganisms form the wound environment with each dressing change. | 12-27-2012 |
20120328681 | CERIA FOR USE AS AN ANTIMICROBIAL BARRIER AND DISINFECTANT IN A WOUND DRESSING - The present invention relates to protecting a human from an infection using a disinfecting agent as described herein and a method for use thereof, more particularly to a rare earth-containing device for protecting a wound and a method for use thereof. | 12-27-2012 |
20130101653 | METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR REDUCING THE RISK OF INFECTIONS - This document relates to methods and materials for reducing the risk of infection after a shoulder surgery or medical procedure. For example, this document relates to methods and materials for using a topical composition containing clindamycin or erythromycin to reduce the risk of or to prevent infection associated with shoulder surgeries or medical procedures. | 04-25-2013 |
20130115259 | POLYMERIC SYSTEMS FOR DELIVERING HYPOHALIDE SALTS - The invention relates to polymeric systems for stabilizing, storing and delivering hypohalide salts. One system consists of material coated with two layers: one prepared from polyethylene glycol epoxide and melamine solution and second prepared from inorganic hypohalide salt solution. The material can be fabric, cotton, bamboo, cellulosic materials, blend of cellulosic and synthetic fibres. Antimicrobial materials comprising this system are also described. Another system consists of material containing pre-formed spaces coated with water-polyethylene glycol solution of hypohalide salt and encapsulated by film forming polymer. Hypohalide salts within both systems are in some cases storage stable for at least three months. | 05-09-2013 |
20130149367 | PROCESSES FOR PRODUCING ANTITOXIC FIBERS AND FABRICS - The invention provides a novel method for producing an antitoxic nonwoven fabric by molecularly grafting the antitoxic molecule thereto. The method comprises immersing a fibrous media comprising a material having a melt flow index of less than 150 MFI in a stable antitoxin solution comprising an antitoxin, preferably triiodide. The wet media is processed through rollers, thereby forcing the antitoxic molecule (e.g., iodine) to penetrate the media. The wet media is dried, and the fabric isolated therefrom. The invention further provides products incorporating the antitoxic media formed by this molecularly grafting method, including a wound dressing, surgical drape, privacy curtain, facemask, gown, article of protective clothing, shoe covering, hair covering, air filter, medical tape, and wipe. | 06-13-2013 |
20130171224 | TREATMENT OF BIOFILMS - The combination of a first species which is a polyanionic compound and a second species which is an antimicrobial agent is used for the treatment of microbial biofilms and for the topical treatment of wounds. The combination may be incorporated in a wound dressing. The polyanionic compound may be a polyphosphate, such as an alkali metal polyphosphate, e.g. sodium hexametaphosphate. Examples of antimicrobial agents include metallic silver, silver compounds, iodine, PHMB (polyhexamethylene biguanide), acetic acid, chlorhexidine, aminoglycosides (e.g. amikacin, gentamicin, streptomycin and tobramycin), ansamycins, carbacephem, cephalosporins, glycopeptides (e.g. vancomycin), macrolides (eg clarithromycin), monobactams and sulfonamides). | 07-04-2013 |
20130189339 | Medical Devices, Wound Dressings, and Methods for Dressing Wounds - Medical devices, wound dressings, and methods of dressing wounds are described. Devices and methods using silicone and pharmaceutically active agents are described. Devices including covers and bases are described. | 07-25-2013 |
20130209534 | Substrate Of Polymeric Material And Method Of Carrying Out Thereof - A substrate of polymeric material for wound care contains at least one oleous antimicrobial and/or helping tissue regeneration substance that is selected from Hyperforin, Adhyperforin, 1-3 Diapigenin, 11-8 Diapigenin, Rutin, Quercetin, Hypericin, Azadirachtin α-β, Nimbin, Nimbidin, Salanin, Gallic Acid, Gedunin and combinations thereof. | 08-15-2013 |
20130216598 | ANTIMICROBIAL FIBRE, FABRIC AND WOUND DRESSING CONTAINING NANO METAL AND THE PREPARATION METHOD THEREOF - The present invention discloses an antimicrobial fibre, fabric and wound dressing that incorporate nano metal and the preparation method thereof. Nano metal particles are homogenously distributed within the fibre structure or surface, and, the fibre does not contain protective colloid for the prevention of agglomeration of nano metal particles. The nano metal particles are in an amount of 1.1% to 20% by weight. The fibrous wound dressing has the ability to continuously release sufficient amount of silver ions and is especially suitable for the management of chronic wounds. It can effectively prevent various bacteria and microbial infections. | 08-22-2013 |
20130251774 | BROAD-SPECTRUM ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS BASED ON COMBINATIONS OF TAUROLIDINE AND PROTAMINE AND MEDICAL DEVICES CONTAINING SUCH COMPOSITIONS - Novel antimicrobial compositions and coatings are disclosed. The antimicrobial compositions consist of mixtures of taurolidine and protamine, including protamine salts. The antimicrobial compositions are particularly useful in coatings for implantable medical devices. The antimicrobial compositions are effective against a broad spectrum of microbes. | 09-26-2013 |
20130295151 | PROCESS FOR THE TREATMENT OF CELLULOSIC MOLDED BODIES - The present invention relates to a process for the treatment of a cellulosic molded body, wherein the molded body is contacted with an acid solution of a chitosan. The process according to the invention is characterized in that the chitosan has a deacetylation degree of at least 80%, a nitrogen content of at least 7 w %, preferably at least 7.5 w %, a weight average molecular weight M | 11-07-2013 |
20130323290 | ANTITOXIC FIBERS AND FIBROUS MEDIA AND METHODS FOR MANUFACTURING SAME - Antitoxic fibers and fibrous media contain impregnated material including an antitoxin. A method for producing antitoxic fibers and fibrous media includes impregnating a fibrous media by dipping in a dipping solution containing a concentrate of an antitoxin to form a fiber with impregnated material including an antitoxin. The impregnated material is at least about 1.0% to about 2.5% by weight of the fibers and includes additive chemical components including at least one of an anionic, cationic or nonionic component, an oil and/or an organic solvent, and an alcohol. The additives include those found in a spin finish. The antitoxin is in an amount of at least 0.1% by weight of the fiber. The manufacturing process can be applied to any woven or nonwoven media. Products with antitoxic properties formed therefrom include wound dressings, gowns, articles of clothing, surgical drapes, protective clothing, shoe covers, gloves, hair covers, air filters, including facemasks, privacy, hygienic products, curtains, medical tape, and wipes. | 12-05-2013 |
20130344122 | NONWOVEN MATERIALS CONTAINING CHLORHEXIDINE ACETATE AND TRICLOSAN - This invention provides medical articles having antimicrobial efficacy and good barrier properties. In particular, the medical articles comprise a nonwoven material and a coating comprising chlorhexidine acetate and triclosan. | 12-26-2013 |
20140023690 | POLYMER SURFACES CONTAINING HEAT LABILE COMPONENTS ADSORBED ON POLYMERIC CARRIERS AND METHODS FOR THEIR PREPARATION - Surfaces and members having one or more surfaces derived from compositions containing polymers and one or more heat labile and/or incompatible components adsorbed on carrier materials are provided. The heat labile components include materials that, unless adsorbed on a carrier, are transformed at the polymer's processing temperatures (such as for example, heat labile biocides). Incompatible components are materials that generally react or form gels, slimes or precipitates upon mixing. The carrier materials typically include inorganic and/or organic porous materials capable of remaining solid during processing temperatures. Methods for preparing the polymer surfaces and members having polymer surfaces are provided. Members include, but are not limited to, structures, articles, containers, devices, woven/nonwoven articles, remediation materials, and the like. | 01-23-2014 |
20140120145 | Formula and Process for Crosslinking Antimicrobials to Textiles - A process is described herein for applying antimicrobials to substrates such as fabrics. An antimicrobial-binder mixture is provided that includes an antimicrobial and a binder that includes guar gum in an aqueous solution, which is applied to the substrate. Once the substrate is cured, spikes formed by the antimicrobial are disposed on the fabric and function to rupture membranes of infectious agents. | 05-01-2014 |
20140127276 | Methods for Reducing Airborne Bacteria and Mycetes and Apparatus for the Same - A method for removing airborne bacteria and airborne mycetes from indoor air comprises imparting microbiocidal and microbiostatic properties to fabric by treating the fabric with one or more naturally occurring biocides, positioning the treated fabric in a sheet-like orientation, and blowing indoor air through the fabric. | 05-08-2014 |
20140205639 | COMPOSITIONS SUITABLE FOR THE TOPICAL TREATMENT OF FUNGAL INFECTIONS OF THE SKIN AND NAILS - The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions suitable for the topical treatment of fungal infections of the skin and nails, such as tinea pedia and tinea cruris, among others. The active ingredients of the present compositions are low molecular weight organic acids and their salts, many of which are previously known as antifungal agents to some degree but which, when used in combination, produce a synergistic enhancement in antifungal potency such that the combined effect is greater than that when used by the agents alone. The antifungal activity of the active ingredients is further enhanced through the use of non-volatile hygroscopic solvents rather than the aqueous or volatile organic solvents used in the art. | 07-24-2014 |
20140271755 | Antimicrobial Garment and Method of Manufacture - A garment treated with an antimicrobial agent that causes the garment to repel foreign objects when exposed to sunlight. | 09-18-2014 |
20140294905 | ANTIMICROBIAL TEXTILES - This invention is about textiles which are equipped with antifungal, anticandidal and antibacterial properties. The aim of the invention is to attain antimicrobial textiles which reduces the incidence of infections communicated or spread by textiles, reduces the loss of extra cost and energy to ensure hygiene and strengthens the hygienic condition of disposable textiles. Textiles can be equipped with antimicrobial properties in three ways: In the first method, sodium borate is dissolved in methanol and is then fixed to the fabric. In the second method, sodium borate is dissolved in water and is then sprayed onto the fabric. In the third method, sodium borate dissolved in water and mixed with textile dye and applied as a dye. Antimicrobial properties of sodium borate are tested on 38 bacterial species, 9 yeasts and 1 1 fungi isolates based on disc diffusion assay. | 10-02-2014 |
20140308326 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS OF AMINOGLYCOSIDIC ANTIBIOTICS AND ZINC ION CHELATORS SPECIFICALLY FORMULATED FOR ENHANCED INHIBITION OF BACTERIAL COLONIZATION AND ANTIBACTERIAL EFFICACY - Pharmaceutical compositions comprising an aminoglycosidic antibiotic and at least one zinc-chelating agent in a specified concentration, and methods of inhibiting bacterial colonization, biofilm formation and if treating bacterial infections utilizing the compositions are provided. Topical formulations suitable for wound care, and surface-applicable formulations suitable for medical, industrial and household disinfecting needs are also described. | 10-16-2014 |
20140348890 | WOUND DRESSING - The invention relates to a wound dressing having a backing and an antimicrobial wound contact layer, wherein the wound contact layer has a hydrophobized active ingredient. | 11-27-2014 |
20150024017 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR CELL KILLING - A solid buffer including one or more ion exchange materials, wherein said solid buffer has a volumetric buffering capacity greater than about 20 mM H | 01-22-2015 |
20150037384 | ANTIBACTERIAL MATERIALS INCLUDING WATER-ABSORBENT AND WATER-RESISTANT PROPERTIES, AND METHODS OF MANUFACTURING THE SAME - A material includes a bamboo-based, water-absorbent fabric layer defining an exposed first surface and a second, opposite surface. A water-resistant, antibacterial coating layer covers the second surface of the fabric layer. The material is both water-absorbent and water-resistant, comfortable, recyclable, sanitary, machine washable, drier safe, and environmentally friendly. Such material may be utilized in items such as exercise mats and equipment; household items (both indoor and outdoor) such as rugs, floor mats, place mats, mattress covers, pillow cases, shower curtains, etc.; clothing; footwear; personal accessories; medical drapes, mats, and coverings; etc. | 02-05-2015 |
20150110843 | Fibrous Antimicrobial Materials, Structures, and Barrier Applications - Fibrous antimicrobial materials for use in structures and barrier applications, such as face masks and wound dressings, have been developed from antimicrobial polymeric materials. The fibrous antimicrobial materials also are particularly suitable for use in air and water filtration. The antimicrobial polymeric materials are prepared from solid solutions of antimicrobial bisguanide compounds blended with certain thermoplastic polymers. The antimicrobial polymeric materials may be extruded into fibers or used in the particulate form for preparation of the nonwoven antimicrobial materials. The antimicrobial bisguanide compound, such as chlorhexidine, are distributed at the molecular level within at least one thermoplastic polymer, such as a polyolefin in which the antimicrobial bisguanide compound is soluble, to form a miscible blend. Methods for their formation and use also are provided. | 04-23-2015 |
20150359216 | IMPREGNATABLE MATRIX OF PLANT, ANIMAL OR SYNTHETIC ORIGIN OR MIXTURES OF SAME, CONTAINING A UNIFORMLY DISTRIBUTED ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOUND, METHOD FOR IMPREGNATING SAID MATRIX WITH A COMPOUND, AND USE THEREOF IN THE PRODUCTION OF ANTIMICROBIAL ELEMENTS - The invention relates to an impregnable matrix of plant, animal or synthetic origin or mixtures of same in different proportions, containing an antimicrobial compound uniformly distributed throughout the whole composition, in which the compound is a compound of a transition metal, particularly Cu4S04(OH)e. The application also relates to the method for impregnating the matrix with a compound, comprising steps of (a) absorbing or impregnating the antimicrobial compound; (b) centrifuging or pressing or crushing; (c) air drying; and (d) binding and obtaining the active principle. The invention further relates to the use of the method for the preparation of a matrix having antimicrobial properties and to the use of the matrix in the preparation of solid supports or solid materials for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, medical or veterinary use. | 12-17-2015 |
20150359945 | ANTIMICROBIAL COATINGS - Provided are polymer-based surfaces (e.g., gloves) with an antimicrobial coating, e.g., comprising chlorhexidine and a partially hydrolyzed polyvinyl acetate copolymer, or a biguanide and a silicone. Methods of coating polymer-based surfaces with antimicrobial compositions are also provided. | 12-17-2015 |
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20160066578 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOUNDS AND COMPOSITIONS, AND USES THEREOF - A method of enhancing the growth of an animal is provided. The method includes causing the animal to ingest or absorb an effective amount of one or more Fe III complex compounds, including but not limited to Fe III complexes comprising ligands bound to the iron centre selected from amino acids or α-hydroxy acids, o-hydroxy benzoic acids or pyridine-2-carboxylic acids, such as ferric quinate, ferric tyrosine, ferric DOPA and ferric phenylalanine. Compounds which are structural and/or functional variants, derivatives and/or analogs of the foregoing compounds, as further described herein are also disclosed. Methods for inhibiting, reducing, or preventing biofilm formation or buildup on a surface; the treatment of, inhibition of growth of, and inhibition of colonization by, bacteria, both in biological and non-biological environments; disinfecting surfaces, potentiating the effects of antibiotics and other anti-microbial agents, and increasing the sensitivity of bacteria and other microorganisms, to anti-microbial agents are also provided. | 03-10-2016 |
20160106098 | N-Halamine Containing Fibrous Compositions and Uses Thereof - The present disclosure provides fibrous composition comprising a soluble or a dispersible N-halamine, for example 1-chloro-2,2,5,5-tetramethyl-4-imidazolidinone (i.e., compound I). Additionally, the disclosure provides methods for producing the fibrous compositions comprising a soluble or a dispersible N-halamine as well as methods for protecting a person from an infection using the fibrous compositions comprising a soluble or a dispersible N-halamine. The compositions and methods according to the present disclosure provide several advantages, such as stability, less time to provide sufficient antimicrobial inactivation, and are inexpensive and require lower amount of active concentrations to be effective. | 04-21-2016 |
20160114073 | Antioxidant Wound Dressing Materials - A wound dressing material comprising a solid bioabsorbable substrate dyed with an antioxidant dyestuff. The substrate may comprise collagen, chitosan or oxidized regenerated cellulose, and the dyestuff may for example be an aniline or acridine dye. The material preferably also comprises a silver salt, whereby the dyestuff stabilizes the silver salt. Also provided are methods of making such materials, and wound dressings comprising such materials. | 04-28-2016 |
20160120185 | Antimicrobial and Antiviral Polymeric Materials - The present invention relates to an antimicrobial and antiviral polymeric drawn fiber and polymeric fiber-based materials comprising same, wherein the drawn fiber is a polymer fiber containing cuprous oxide particles dispersed therein, with particle size ranges from about 0.25 to about 0.65 micron. The invention also relates to processes for preparing the same. | 05-05-2016 |
20160128323 | Antimicrobial and Antiviral Polymeric Materials - The present invention relates to a drawn antimicrobial, such as an antibacterial, antiparasitic and antiviral polymeric fiber and materials containing same, wherein the fiber is a polymeric fiber containing cuprous iodide particles dispersed therein of about 0.50 to about 2.0 micron in size. The invention also provides processes for preparing such fibers and fiber-based materials. | 05-12-2016 |
20160135470 | ANTIMICROBIAL ARTICLES OF MANUFACTURE PRODUCED FROM MASTERBATCHES - The invention relates to use of masterbatches containing high concentrations of antimicrobial materials such as copper salts, particularly copper iodide. These masterbatch compositions are added to other materials which are used to form various articles of manufacture with antimicrobial properties. The copper salts may be incorporated in the masterbatches as surface functionalized particles or the salts may be incorporated into porous particles prior to the formation of masterbatches. | 05-19-2016 |
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