Michael Adekunle - Milwaukee WI James J. Flowers - Mequon WI
International Classification:
A61K 906 A61K 3578
US Classification:
424484
Abstract:
Clear, water-washable, non-greasy gels useful for topical pain relief contain capsaicin, water, alcohol and a carboxypoly-methylene emulsifier. A method of preparing the gels is disclosed.
Michael Adekunle - Milwaukee WI James L. Flowers - Mequon WI
International Classification:
A61K 3578 A61K 900
US Classification:
4241951
Abstract:
The invention relates to a method of treating orofacial pain in a patient wherein an effective amount of capsaicin is topically applied to the skin of the face and/or the neck and/or the scalp overlying the trigeminal or upper cervical nerves and it is left in place for a time sufficient to relieve the symptoms thereof.
Method Of Treating An Internal Condition By External Application Of Capsaicin Without The Need For Systemic Absorption
Michael Adekunle - Milwaukee WI James L. Flowers - Mequon WI
International Classification:
A61K 700 A61K 3578
US Classification:
424401
Abstract:
A method of treating a pathological condition of an internal organ in a patient which comprises topically applying capsaicin to the skin of the patient containing nerves which lead to the spinal cord segments corresponding to the internal organ without the need of systemic absorption of the capsaicin.