US3888976A
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Zinc and strontium ion containing effervescent mouthwash tablet
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1973-11-01
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Granted: 1975-06-10
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Expires: 1993-11-01
Abstract
Abstract A Zinc and Strontium Ion Containing Effervescent Mouthwash Tablet comprising an effervescent couple, and a Zinc or Strontium Ion Containing astringent-desensitizing agent, flavoring, color, sweetener and other additives may be added to the basic formula. Upon dissolution a solution is produced which gives a cleansing mouthwash effect, effective desensitizing action to the teeth, and gingival toning. This solution forms a desirable and unique basis for the addition of further agents which will aid in control of plaque, breath sweetening, anti-Microbial effect, decay prevention, water purification, and long lasting effect of all above mentioned.
Inventors
- 👤 William P Mlkvy
- 👤 Raymond J Tucci
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-10-24 18:37
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61Q; A61Q11/00; A61K; A61K8/00; A61K8/18; A61K8/19; A61K8/27; A61K9/00; A61K9/0002; A61K9/0007; A61K2800/00; A61K2800/20; A61K2800/22; A61K2800/222
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 5
Claim 1
Independent Claim
58 words
AN EFFERVESCENT MOUTHWASH TABLE COMPRISING AN EFFERVESCENT COUPLE CONSISTING OF AT LEAST ONE EACH OF A SOLID PHARMACEUTICALLY ACCEPTABLE ACID AND A SOLID PHARMACEUTICALLY ACCEPTABLE BASE M MATERIAL, WHICH EFFERVESCENT COUPLE REACTS TO PRODUCE CARBON DIOXIDE WHEN DISSOLVED IN WATER CAUSING EFFERVESCENCE, AND AN EFFECTIVE AMOUNT OF STRONTIUM ION, ZINC ION AND MIXTURES THEREOF AS AN ASTRINGENT-DESENSITIZING AGENT.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
58 words
AN EFFERVESCENT MOUTHWASH TABLE COMPRISING AN EFFERVESCENT COUPLE CONSISTING OF AT LEAST ONE EACH OF A SOLID PHARMACEUTICALLY ACCEPTABLE ACID AND A SOLID PHARMACEUTICALLY ACCEPTABLE BASE M MATERIAL, WHICH EFFERVESCENT COUPLE REACTS TO PRODUCE CARBON DIOXIDE WHEN DISSOLVED IN WATER CAUSING EFFERVESCENCE, AND AN EFFECTIVE AMOUNT OF STRONTIUM ION, ZINC ION AND MIXTURES THEREOF AS AN ASTRINGENT-DESENSITIZING AGENT.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
14 words
The tablet of claim 1 wherein said astringent and desensitizing agent is strontium chloride.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
The tablet of claim 1 wherein said astringent and desensitizing agent is zinc chloride.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
23 words
An effervescent reaction product produced when the tablet of claim 1 is dissolved in water, said product having a pH of about 5.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1978-06-09 | 1978-12-09 | 1979-06-10 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1982-06-09 | 1982-12-09 | 1983-06-10 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1986-06-09 | 1986-12-09 | 1987-06-10 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |