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Prevention of the accumulation of fatty deposits in the liver
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1975-03-28
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Granted: 1979-06-12
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Expires: 1995-03-28
Abstract
Abstract A method is provided for preventing the accumulation of fatty deposits in mammalian livers due to ingestion of alcohol. The method consists of administering a suitable dosage of a mixture of pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone to which riboflavin may also be added.
Inventors
- 👤 Ronald T. Stanko
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
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Last Synchronized
2026-10-30 22:47
CPC Classifications
A; A61; A61K; A61K31/00; A61K31/33; A61K31/395; A61K31/495; A61K31/505; A61K31/519; A61K31/525; A61K31/185; A61K31/19
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 10
Claim 1
Independent Claim
37 words
A method of preventing excessive accumulation of fatty deposits in the liver of a mammal due to ingestion of ethanol which comprises administering orally to said mammal a therapeutic mixture of effective amounts of pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone.
Claim 2
Independent Claim
37 words
A method of preventing excessive accumulation of fatty deposits in the liver of a mammal due to ingestion of ethanol which comprises administering orally to said mammal a therapeutic mixture of effective amounts of pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
12 words
The method of claim 1 in which said mixture also includes riboflavin.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
17 words
The method of claim 1 in which said mixture contains substantially equal parts of pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
28 words
The method of claim 1 in which said mixture is administered in an amount of the order of eleven grams per liter of dietary intake of the mammal.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
34 words
A therapeutic composition for oral administration for prevention of excessive accumulation of fatty deposits in mammalian livers due to ingestion of ethanol, said composition comprising a mixture of effective amounts of pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
34 words
A therapeutic composition for oral administration for prevention of excessive accumulation of fatty deposits in mammalian livers due to ingestion of ethanol, said composition comprising a mixture of effective amounts of pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
11 words
The composition of claim 5 including riboflavin as an additional constituent.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
17 words
The composition of claim 5 in which the pyruvate and dihydroxyacetone are present in substantially equal parts.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
12 words
The composition of claim 7 and including riboflavin as an additional constituent.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
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USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1982-06-11 | 1982-12-11 | 1983-06-12 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1986-06-11 | 1986-12-11 | 1987-06-12 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1990-06-11 | 1990-12-11 | 1991-06-12 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |