The present disclosure provides methods for visualizing a soiling substance on a fabric and, in some aspects, methods of quantifying the efficacy of a composition for removal of a soiling substance from a fabric. In some aspects, the disclosure provides methods for visualizing a soiling substance on a fabric which include providing a fabric that includes at least one soiling substance, applying a signaling agent to an area of the fabric that includes the at least one soiling substance, illuminating at least a portion of the area of the fabric that includes the at least one soiling substance and the signaling agent with light of a wavelength or wavelength band that is one or both of absorbed by the signaling agent or effective to cause fluorescent emission from the signaling agent, detecting one or both of an absorbance signal and an emission signal from the signaling agent when illuminated.
C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
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FABRIC CARE COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF USE FOR REDUCING MICROFIBER RELEASE FROM FABRICS, AND ARTICLES EXHIBITING IMPROVED RESISTANCE TO MICROFIBER RELEASE
Presently provided are compositions and method that are effective to prevent or reduce formation and/or release of microplastics, particularly microfibers, from fibers, from fabrics including fibers, and articles incorporating fabrics that include fibers. The fibers particularly can be synthetic fibers. Articles, fabrics, and fibers exhibiting such properties are likewise provided. Such properties particularly can be imparted through use of conditioning and/or softening polymers that can be provided in the present compositions to be contacted with the fibers so that the polymers adhere to or otherwise bind with the fibers. Encompassed compositions include laundry compositions and other compositions suitable for application to fibers and fabrics including such fibers. Encompassed methods can be effective for preventing or reducing release of microfibers to the environment.
An article is provided that comprise a solid detergent formulation provided within a fabric pouch. The detergent can be formed of a typical detergent that is combined with a polymer granulation aid to provide the detergent as a formulation comprising a plurality of particles. The fabric pouch can be water-soluble and can particularly be formed of fibers (e.g., woven or non-woven) that are water soluble. The fabric pouch can have a plurality of pores that provide for rapid infiltration of water for dissolution of the detergent therein and the pouch itself while still avoiding any significant loss of the detergent therefrom prior to use in washing. A method of forming a detergent formulation is also provided.
A container for holding and dispensing a granular product comprising: a plurality of panels that at least partially define an interior of the container when in an assembled configuration, wherein each of the panels comprises a base layer and an exterior layer; a handle extending from a top panel and oriented to extend across a width of the top panel from proximate a first side panel to proximate a second side panel; a hand grip disposed in the exterior layer of a bottom panel and disposed proximate a back panel; and a container opening structure disposed in a front panel and comprising a door defined by a line of weakness extending through the front panel and configured to be breakable when a gripping tab coupled to the door is moved from a first position to a second position.
B65D 5/42 - Rigid or semi-rigid containers of polygonal cross-section, e.g. boxes, cartons or trays, formed by folding or erecting one or more blanks made of paper - Details of containers or of foldable or erectable container blanks
The present invention relates to microbial compositions containing Lactobacillus, and methods for reducing growth of microbes that cause infection, such as urogenital tract infection and for treating or preventing the same using the compositions thereof.
A23K 30/18 - Processes specially adapted for preservation of materials in order to produce animal feeding-stuffs of green fodder using chemicals or microorganisms for ensilaging using microorganisms or enzymes
A61K 31/401 - Proline; Derivatives thereof, e.g. captopril
A61P 31/00 - Antiinfectives, i.e. antibiotics, antiseptics, chemotherapeutics
The disclosure provides dental hygiene devices including a plurality of bristles in the form of polymer fibers, the polymer fibers having a plurality of microcapsules positioned within at least a portion of the polymer fibers, and the plurality of microcapsules comprising an oral care additive surrounded by a shell configured as one or a plurality of layers. In some aspects, the present disclosure provides processes and methods for forming toothbrush bristles including an oral care additive contained therein.
A46B 11/00 - Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water
A46B 11/02 - Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water with substance discharged from reservoir by pressure
A46B 11/06 - Brushes with reservoir or other means for applying substances, e.g. paints, pastes, water connected to supply pipe
A46B 13/08 - Brushes with driven brush bodies hand-driven
A46B 15/00 - Other brushes; Brushes with additional arrangements
The present disclosure provides teeth cleaning compositions containing no artificial preservatives and no artificial sweeteners. As such, the teeth cleaning compositions are particularly useful as training toothpaste compositions for children, and particularly very young children. Some aspects of the disclosure relate to teeth cleaning compositions having at least one solvent, at least one thickener, and a banana extract that is effective as a preservative.
An article is provided herein which includes an aqueous liquid detergent and a package for the aqueous liquid detergent which is in direct contact with the aqueous liquid detergent, wherein the package is formed from a water-soluble, film-forming material. The aqueous liquid detergent includes at least about 25% by weight of water based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent, and at least about 25% by weight of a water-binding agent based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent. The pH of the aqueous liquid detergent is in the range of about 7 to about 10, and the water activity of the aqueous liquid detergent is in the range of about 0.34 to about 0.64.
Various compositions are provided for use with textiles, the compositions including at least a soil release polymer. The composition may be, for example, a laundry detergent composition comprising at least one surfactant, at least one builder, a soil release polymer, and an aqueous base. The disclosure further provides methods for improving performance of textiles, and such methods can comprise treating the textile with a composition including a soil release polymer such that at least hydrophilicity of the textile is increased.
The present disclosure relates to diagnostic test devices that provide improved communication to a user of one or both of proper functioning of the test device and an analog test result that is provided by the test device. The diagnostic test devices particularly can include one or more sensors effective to indicate application of a sufficient volume of a test fluid and/or can include one or more light sources positioned to illuminate an analog test result for improved visibility and understanding of the analog test result.
The disclosure provides an ionic toothbrush having an elongated body that may be configured to have a one-piece design, or alternatively one or more components of the ionic toothbrush may be removable and/or replaceable. In some embodiments, the present disclosure provides an ionic toothbrush which includes a handle portion, a brush head portion including a plurality of bristle tufts; and an electrical circuit configured to transmit a negative electrical charge through at least a portion of the brush head, wherein the electrical circuit includes one or more sections of conductive resin present on an outer surface of one or both of the handle portion and the brush head portion.
The present disclosure provides a litter pod system, and methods of using litter pod systems. In some embodiments, the litter pod system may include a litter pod formed at least partially of a flexible, polymer material, the litter pod defining a substantially flat pod bottom wall with a pod side wall extending upwardly therefrom, and a housing base configured to receive the litter pod, the housing base being formed of a substantially rigid polymer material defining a housing bottom wall with a housing side wall extending upwardly therefrom.
Machine image detection involving a trained classifier is used to detect a result of a test stick diagnostic device configured to detect the presence of an analyte in a test sample. Example implementations include receiving a digital image comprising a depiction of at least a portion of a test stick diagnostic device and applying the digital image to a classifier configured to determine a relative position, relative orientation, and relative scale of the portion of the test stick diagnostic device with respect to the digital image, identify a test result region of the test stick diagnostic device, and detect a test result marking in the test result region of the test stick diagnostic device. An indication of a result of a diagnostic test may be provided based on the detected test result marking.
The present disclosure relates to hollow core granules, products incorporating the hollow core granules, and methods of making the hollow core granules. The hollow core granules can comprise at least one wall surrounding a cavity that is devoid of any solid or liquid so as to define a hollow core, the at least one wall comprising a plurality of individual particles of at least one wall forming material, the plurality of individual particles sufficiently bound together so that the at least one wall is structurally self-sustaining. The hollow core granules further can include a binder material present in the at least one wall. The hollow core granules can be useful as a standalone material and/or may be useful in preparing a variety of products wherein the hollow core granules may be mixed or otherwise combined with further components. The disclosure further provides methods of making such hollow core granules.
An article is provided including an aqueous liquid detergent; and a package for the aqueous liquid detergent which is in direct contact with the aqueous liquid detergent, wherein the package is formed from a water-soluble, film-forming material. The aqueous liquid detergent includes: at least about 40% by weight of water based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent; a builder comprising potassium carbonate, wherein the potassium carbonate is present in an amount of at least about 25 weight percent, based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent; propylene glycol diacetate; and at least one surfactant.
An article is provided including an aqueous gel detergent; and a package for the aqueous gel detergent which is in direct contact with the aqueous gel detergent, wherein the package is formed from a water-soluble, film-forming material. The aqueous gel detergent includes: at least about 40% by weight of water based on the total weight of the aqueous gel detergent; a builder comprising potassium carbonate, wherein the potassium carbonate is present in an amount of at least about 25 weight percent, based on the total weight of the aqueous gel detergent; a polymer; at least one surfactant; and encapsulated enzymes which are suspended in the aqueous gel detergent.
The present disclosure provides applicators adapted to or configured to deliver a product therefrom. The applicators can be particularly designed for delivery to certain body parts of the human body, such as to the vaginal area. The applicator can comprise a housing formed of a substantially continuous wall extending along a longitudinal housing axis between a base end and an application end, the substantially continuous wall defining: a base segment extending from the base end toward the applicator end; a delivery segment extending from the applicator end toward the base end; and a compression segment interconnecting the base segment and the delivery segment. The housing can define a substantially hollow interior configured for retaining a product for delivery through the delivery segment.
The present disclosure provides packaged articles that can provide improved ease of access to the articles. More particularly, such packaged articles can comprise a plurality of multilayer films with a product contained therebetween. The multilayer films can be sealingly engaged one to another substantially only at a perimeter band that defines a closed, interior compartment in which the product is contained and which defines a tab section that is exterior to the perimeter band. At least a section of the perimeter band proximate to the tab section can be configured as a peel-apart seal such that the interior compartment containing the product is accessible by at least partially peeling apart the multilayer films. The disclosure further provides methods of packaging a product, such as a condom, and methods for improving ease of access to a packaged article, such as a condom.
B65D 75/20 - Articles or materials wholly enclosed in single sheets or wrapper blanks in sheets or blanks doubled around contents and having their opposed free margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding
B65D 75/30 - Articles or materials enclosed between two opposed sheets or blanks having their margins united, e.g. by pressure-sensitive adhesive, crimping, heat-sealing, or welding
The present disclosure provides dry shampoo compositions effective for cleaning hair and also coloring hair. The dry shampoo compositions can include a starch component mixed with a colorant, a color adhesion promoter, a solvent, and optional further ingredients, such as propellants and fragrances.
The present disclosure provides methods for controlling swelling of a clay when in contact with an aqueous medium. The methods may include contacting clay with a content of an ionic liquid sufficient to modify one or more transport properties of water through the clay. In particular, in some embodiments, the present disclosure provides clay-based animal litter compositions having controlled flow and clump shape, and a related method. The animal litter can include a clay-based liquid absorbing material and at least one ionic liquid.
C09K 8/44 - Compositions for cementing, e.g. for cementing casings into boreholes; Compositions for plugging, e.g. for killing wells containing organic binders only
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POLYMER COMPOSITIONS AND ARTICLES COATED THEREWITH
The present disclosure provides compositions and products formed therefrom. In particular, the disclosure provides polymer compositions and hydrogel-latex compositions in particular. Such compositions can include a water-soluble polymer, a natural or synthetic rubber latex, and a rheological stabilizer. The present disclosure further provides products and articles that include a coating layer of the polymer composition on at least a portion of a surface thereof. The coating formed of the polymer composition can impart improved properties to the product or article, such as improved moisture absorption, improved lubricity, and the like.
The present disclosure provides compositions and products formed therefrom. In particular, the disclosure provides elastomeric latex articles, such as gloves and condoms, that can exhibit a desired combination of properties that can be correlated to suitable strength and softness.
The present disclosure provides compositions and products formed therefrom. In particular, the disclosure provides elastomeric latex articles, such as gloves and condoms, that can be prepared utilizing a styrene-polyisoprene-styrene (SIS) latex. The elastomeric articles can exhibit desired tensile properties while being substantially or completely free of undesired components, such as sulfur and zinc oxide, which can be allergens. The disclosure further provides methods of preparing elastomeric latex articles.
B29C 43/02 - Compression moulding, i.e. applying external pressure to flow the moulding material; Apparatus therefor of articles of definite length, i.e. discrete articles
C08F 297/04 - Macromolecular compounds obtained by successively polymerising different monomer systems using a catalyst of the ionic or coordination type without deactivating the intermediate polymer using a catalyst of the anionic type polymerising vinyl aromatic monomers and conjugated dienes
A liquid detergent composition is provided. The composition can be configured to provide high cleaning performance without the requirement of the inclusion of many components found in typical liquid laundry detergent compositions. The compositions may include a majority of an aqueous base, a surfactant system, a builder, and optionally further ingredients, such as a chelator and a fragrance.
The present disclosure provides compositions for use as in-rinse softeners for textiles. The compositions can be in the form of liquid fabric softeners that can be configured to substantially avoid build-up on treated fabrics. In particular, the compositions can comprise predominately water and at least a conditioning agent, such as a polymeric quaternary ammonium salt, that will provide conditioning and softening effects to a treated fabric without leaving behind undesired build-up. The compositions optionally may include further components, such as anti-static agents, chlorine scavengers, preservatives, and acidifying agents.
A hair removal apparatus is disclosed, where the apparatus includes a curved shell having an outer surface and defining an internal cavity extending along a length of the curved shell from an open rear end to an open front end of the shell; a core frame structure defining a first end and an opposing second end, and including a transmission arranged toward the first end of the core frame structure, a charging receptacle, and a motor arranged between the transmission and the charging receptacle and coupled to the transmission, wherein the shell is configured to receive the core frame structure through the open rear end thereof so that the core frame structure is positioned in the internal cavity of the shell such that the transmission is arranged near the open front end of the shell; and a blade assembly engageable with the open front end of the shell.
B26B 19/06 - Cutting heads therefor; Cutters therefor; Securing equipment thereof involving co-operating cutting elements both of which have shearing teeth
B26B 19/10 - Cutting heads therefor; Cutters therefor; Securing equipment thereof involving two or more different types of reciprocating cutting elements, e.g. a pair of toothed shearing elements combined with a pair of perforated cutting elements or a combined toothed and perforated cutting assembly
The present disclosure provides packages that are configured for containing a prophylactic device and a quantity of lubricant material. The package can include a first portion defining a first chamber containing a prophylactic device; and a second portion defining a second chamber containing a quantity of lubricant composition; wherein the first chamber of the first portion and the second chamber of the second portion are arranged to separably engage one another about external surfaces of the first portion and the second portion so as to form a unitary package. The present disclosure further provides methods for providing a lubricated prophylactic device.
An article is provided including an aqueous liquid detergent, and a package for the aqueous liquid detergent which is in direct contact with the aqueous liquid detergent, wherein the package is formed from a water-soluble, film-forming material. The aqueous liquid detergent includes at least about 40% by weight of water based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent, a builder comprising potassium carbonate, wherein the potassium carbonate is present in an amount of at least about 25 weight percent, based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent, a first surfactant, wherein the first surfactant is an anionic surfactant, and a second surfactant, wherein the second surfactant is a nonionic or an amphoteric surfactant. The first surfactant and the second surfactant are present in a combined total amount of about 0.1% to about 25% percent by weight based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent.
The present disclosure provides rinse-free shampoo compositions effective for cleaning hair without leaving behind a residue. The rinse-free shampoo composition includes an aqueous liquid phase, wherein the liquid phase is about 60-70% of the total weight of the rinse-free shampoo composition; a solid phase comprising a starch thickener, wherein the solid phase is about 4-15% of the total weight of the rinse-free shampoo composition; and a gas phase comprising at least one propellant, wherein the gas phase is about 20-35% of the total weight of the rinse-free shampoo composition.
An electric toothbrush is disclosed herein. The electric toothbrush may include an elongated body portion with opposed first and second ends and a longitudinal axis extending therebetween; a brush head section arrangeable toward the first end and including: a first bristle support member rotatable in a first direction, and a second bristle support member coupled to the first bristle support member and rotatable in a second direction about a centrally defined axis, the second direction being opposite the first direction; and a drive rod coupled to at least the first bristle support member and having an axis oriented so as to extend coincident with, or substantially parallel to, the longitudinal axis of the electric toothbrush, the drive rod being arranged to linearly move along the axis so as to rotate the first bristle support member in the first direction and rotate the second bristle support member in the second direction.
An animal litter composition having enhanced dust reduction properties, and a related method, are disclosed. The animal litter can include a plurality of particles a liquid adsorbing material, such as diatomaceous earth. The animal litter can also include a dust reducing composition, which composition particularly can comprise polyvinyl alcohol and nanoparticulate silica.
A dermaplaning device and related system are disclosed. The dermaplaning device may include a longitudinally-extending handle having a first end defining a longitudinally-extending recess and an opposing second end. The dermaplaning device may further include a blade assembly having a top side engageable with the recess of the handle and an opposing bottom side including a blade with a cutting edge. The dermaplaning device may further include a lighting arrangement provided about the first end of the handle to illuminate at least a portion of the blade assembly engaged with the recess.
The present disclosure provides oral care compositions that include a water-miscible base component, an opacifying agent, a structuring agent, and an active antiseptic agent effective for providing antiseptic activity, wherein the oral care composition is opaque and exhibits antiseptic activity.
The present invention provides oral care compositions. The compositions may be provided in a solid form, such as a film. The compositions can comprise one or more film forming polymers, one or more bioadhesive agents, one or more plasticizers, benzocaine (and optionally one or more further active ingredients), one or more polymeric solvents, and an aqueous solvent. The oral care composition can be a solid or semi-solid composition up to a temperature of at least 40°C. Methods of providing such an oral care compositions are also provided herein.
A system for filling a chambered package includes a carrying mechanism travelling in a machine direction and having chambered recesses defined about a surface thereof, a first dispensing nozzle configured to dispense a quantity of a medium onto the surface of the carrying mechanism for direction into the chambered recesses in a first group of the chambered recesses defined about the surface of the carrying mechanism, and a first wiper blade disposed along the carrying mechanism in the machine direction after the first dispensing nozzle, the first wiper blade defining a curvilinear surface having crests configured to direct the quantity of the medium into the chambered recesses in the first group of the chambered recesses and troughs configured to direct the quantity of the medium away from entering the chambered recesses in the second group of the chambered recesses.
An apparatus for filling a chambered package can include a dispensing nozzle angled relative to a perpendicular of a machine direction of a carrying mechanism, the dispensing nozzle being disposed adjacent to the carrying mechanism having one or more chambered recess defined about a surface thereof, the dispensing nozzle being configured to dispense a quantity of the medium into the one or more chambered recess defined about the surface of the carrying mechanism The apparatus includes a housing and at least one wiping material arranged to define an angle having a vertex toward the machine direction about a bottom surface of the housing, the angle of the at least one wiping material being configured to direct any of the quantity of the medium dispensed out of the second end of the dispensing nozzle, but not directed into the one or more chambered recess, into the one or more chambered recess.
An article is provided herein which includes a shear-thinning, non-thixotropic aqueous liquid detergent and a package for the aqueous liquid detergent which is in direct contact with the aqueous liquid detergent, wherein the package is formed from a water-soluble, film-forming material. The aqueous liquid detergent includes at least about 25% by weight of water based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent, a builder comprising potassium carbonate, and a chloride salt, wherein the builder and the chloride salt are present in a combined total amount of about 25% to about 50% percent by weight based on the total weight of the aqueous liquid detergent, and the builder and the chloride salt are present in a weight ratio of about 99:1 to about 75:25. Methods of preparing the aqueous liquid detergent and the article are also provided herein.
The present disclosure provides compositions suitable for oral use to relieve pain associated with teething in infants and young children. The compositions include a cooling agent in a base formulation that is configured for application to the gums and surrounding tissue and can remain in place for a time sufficient to relive painful sensations, including those arising from teething. The present disclosure further provides methods for relieving pain and/or discomfort in an infant or young child, such as pain and/or discomfort associated with teething.
A61K 47/06 - Organic compounds, e.g. natural or synthetic hydrocarbons, polyolefins, mineral oil, petrolatum or ozokerite
A61K 47/44 - Oils, fats or waxes according to two or more groups of ; Natural or modified natural oils, fats or waxes, e.g. castor oil, polyethoxylated castor oil, montan wax, lignite, shellac, rosin, beeswax or lanolin
A61P 1/02 - Stomatological preparations, e.g. drugs for caries, aphtae, periodontitis
A61P 29/00 - Non-central analgesic, antipyretic or antiinflammatory agents, e.g. antirheumatic agents; Non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs [NSAID]
The present invention provides an oral care composition which includes one or more nonpolar structuring agents, one or more emulsifiers, one or more mucoadhesive polymers, and one or more active ingredients effective for providing oral pain relief. The oral care composition can be a solid or semi-solid composition up to a temperature of at least 40°C. Methods of providing such an oral care composition are also provided herein.
A61K 9/00 - Medicinal preparations characterised by special physical form
A61K 47/44 - Oils, fats or waxes according to two or more groups of ; Natural or modified natural oils, fats or waxes, e.g. castor oil, polyethoxylated castor oil, montan wax, lignite, shellac, rosin, beeswax or lanolin
A61P 25/04 - Centrally acting analgesics, e.g. opioids
A61P 29/00 - Non-central analgesic, antipyretic or antiinflammatory agents, e.g. antirheumatic agents; Non-steroidal antiinflammatory drugs [NSAID]
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A SYSTEM AND A RELATED METHOD FOR FORMING A MULTI-CHAMBER PACKAGE
A system and a related method for forming a multi-chamber package are disclosed. The system includes a single web of a film material extending in a machine direction and defining a plurality of lateral lanes extending contiguously in a cross-machine direction, orthogonal to the machine direction. The system also includes a forming arrangement configured to interact with the web to form chambers along a second lane of the plurality of lateral lanes in the machine direction, a first filling device configured to deposit a first substance into one or more of the formed chambers of the second lane, and a first folding mechanism configured to form a fold between the lateral lanes in the machine direction such that a first lane of the plurality of lateral lanes is directed to overlie the one or more formed chambers of the second lane.
C11D 17/04 - Detergent materials or soaps characterised by their shape or physical properties combined with or containing other objects
B65B 1/02 - Machines characterised by the incorporation of means for making the containers or receptacles
B65B 9/04 - Enclosing successive articles, or quantities of material, between opposed webs one or both webs being formed with pockets for the reception of the articles, or of the quantities of material
B65D 65/46 - Applications of disintegrable, dissolvable or edible materials
C11D 10/04 - Compositions of detergents, not provided for by any single one of main groups based on mixtures of surface-active non-soap compounds and soap
C11D 11/00 - Special methods for preparing compositions containing mixtures of detergents
A dry shampoo composition capable of imparting superior cleaning and conditioning ability on hair is disclosed. The composition comprises 4.0 to 8.0 percent by weight of a starch material, 4.0 to 8.0 percent by weight of a C13-C15 alkane as a hydrophobic emollient such as hemisqualane, and 70.0 to 90.0 percent by weight of a propellant. Preferably, the composition comprises less than 0.1 percent by weight of each one of silicones, cationic surfactants and distearyldimonium chloride. A method of cleaning and conditioning hair using the dry shampoo composition is also disclosed.
An animal litter composition having reduced adhesive properties, and a related method, are disclosed. The animal litter can include a clay-based liquid absorbing material, a filler including one or both of the following: a non-absorbent, non-soluble substrate; an absorbent substrate, and at least one oil present in an amount such that the animal litter composition has a total oil content of about 1.0% by weight to about 7.5% by weight based on the total weight of the animal litter composition.
B01J 20/30 - Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating
A01K 1/015 - Floor coverings, e.g. bedding-down sheets
B01J 20/02 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising inorganic material
B01J 20/22 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof comprising organic material
B01J 20/28 - Solid sorbent compositions or filter aid compositions; Sorbents for chromatography; Processes for preparing, regenerating or reactivating thereof characterised by their form or physical properties
The present disclosure provides oral, chewable dosage forms that are suitable for delivery of one or more active ingredients to a consumer, particularly a human individual. The dosage forms can be configured as multicomponent compositions formed of: a first component including a gummy composition; a second component that is a particulate material or is a pre-formed solid unit or plurality of pre-formed solid units; and an active ingredient. The second component can be, for example, in the form of a pharmaceutically acceptable oral dosage unit, such as a tablet, a caplet, a soft shell capsule, a hard shell capsule, a microcapsule, or a pastille.
The present disclosure provides oral, chewable dosage forms that are suitable for delivery of one or more active ingredients to a consumer, particularly a human individual. The dosage forms can be configured as multicomponent compositions formed of a first component including a gummy composition, at least one further component including a composition that is different from the gummy composition, and an active ingredient. The gummy composition and the second composition can be co-deposited to form multicomponent dosage forms wherein a gummy shell at least partially surrounds a core that is solid or liquid at standard temperature.
A unit dose cleaning product for delivering a peroxide-containing bleaching agent, includes a peroxide-containing bleaching agent component containing a peroxide-containing bleaching agent and a first at least partially water soluble material encapsulating the peroxide-containing bleaching agent, a peroxide bleach activating agent component including a peroxide bleach activating agent, and having the peroxide-containing bleaching agent component dispersed therein forming a cleaning composition, and a pouch made of a second at least partially water soluble material enclosing the cleaning composition, wherein the first at least partially water soluble material of the peroxide-containing bleaching agent component exhibits a substantially longer dissolution time than the second at least partially water soluble material of the pouch.
Diagnostic test devices improve communication to a user thereof through provision of audible output. The test device can include a test member, such as lateral flow assay test strip. The test device further includes an electronic communication circuit that can comprise an audio output element as well as a microcontroller. Other elements in the electronic communication circuit includes one or more sensor elements, a display element, and one or more switching elements.- Methods provide indicia for operation of a test device that comprise steps for assembly of a diagnostic test device that provides for audio output.
The present invention is directed towards an aqueous lubricant composition comprising hyaluronic acid, organic acid, salts and water, and has a pH of between 5.5 and 7.0 and an osmolality between about 150 and 1,500 mOsm/kg. The lubricant surprisingly has long-lasting lubricity and low osmolality as compared to conventional lubricants on the market.
The present disclosure relates to diagnostic test devices that provide increased comfort and ease of use. The diagnostic test device can include a test member, such as a lateral flow assay test strip. The test device can further comprise a housing that comprises a substantially arch shaped handle. The housing of the test device can comprise a base member that is attached to a curved lower surface of the housing and that can improve stability of the device in an upward facing position as well as enable angled positioning of the device relative to a flat, horizontal surface.
A non-irritating personal lubricant composition comprises a silicone fluid carrier and at least one sensorial agent, the composition having a viscosity of at least 175 centistokes.
The invention is directed toward a high performance clay-based animal litter that is comprised of a clay-based liquid-absorbing material, and at least one filler coated with at least one clumping agent. The particle size of the liquid-absorbing material is small and provides the litter with a "sandy" appearance. The high performance litter is found to be surprisingly effective in containing odors and reducing tracking and dusting. It does not contain foaming agents and/or acids to trigger foaming, and does not utilize foams to block odors.
An improved qualitative or semi-quantitative diagnostic test for low levels of any analyte, such as hCG, in a biological sample, such as urine. The test comprises of a test device containing reagents for the detection of the monitored analyte and an electronic reader that measures color development at a detection area of the device. The color development is converted to an electronic or digital signal. Improvements were made to the detection process to optimize the detection of a valid fluid front, increase the detection limit without compromising the reliability and accuracy of the test system, and improve the determination of test result validity.
G01N 33/50 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urine; Testing involving biospecific ligand binding methods; Immunological testing
G16C 20/00 - Chemoinformatics, i.e. ICT specially adapted for the handling of physicochemical or structural data of chemical particles, elements, compounds or mixtures
G01N 33/74 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urine; Testing involving biospecific ligand binding methods; Immunological testing involving hormones
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DEVICES, METHODS, AND TEST KITS FOR ELECTRONIC ANALYTE ASSAYING
ABSTRACT An improved qualitative or semi-quantitative diagnostic test for low levels of any analyte, such as hCG, in a biological sample, such as urine. The test comprises of a test device containing reagents for the detection of the monitored analyte and an electronic reader that measures color development at a detection area of the device. The color development is converted to an electronic or digital signal. Improvements were made to the detection process to optimize the detection of a valid fluid front, increase the detection limit without compromising the reliability and accuracy of the test system, and improve the determination of test result validity. CA 3114701 2021-04-09
G01N 33/74 - Chemical analysis of biological material, e.g. blood, urine; Testing involving biospecific ligand binding methods; Immunological testing involving hormones
G16C 20/00 - Chemoinformatics, i.e. ICT specially adapted for the handling of physicochemical or structural data of chemical particles, elements, compounds or mixtures
Systems, methods, and test kits for monitoring and detecting variation in an analyte level in a fluid sample from an individual variation using a uniquely determined analyte threshold value. In one implementation, luteinizing hormone is the monitored analyte and is compared with the determined threshold value to predict the onset of ovulation for the individual.
A toothbrush provides a head with bristles, a neck and a handle. An eccentrically rotational weight is engaged for rotation with a motor. The motor and weight are disposed within the handle. The handle, neck and head each have a different intensity of vibration. The toothbrush houses an electrical circuit, which includes a processor and at least two LEDs (light emitting diodes) at least one of which illuminates the neck and optionally also the head and the ends of the bristles attached to the head. At least two of the LEDs in the circuit are capable of emitting different colored light with respect to each other. The at least two LEDs are switched on for a predetermined time in a predetermined sequence under the control of the processor.
An improved electronic diagnostic device for detecting the presence of an analyte in a fluid sample comprises a casing having a display, a test strip mounted in the casing, a processor mounted in the casing, and a first sensor mounted in the casing and operatively coupled to the processor. The processor is configured to receive a signal from the first sensor when the device is exposed to ambient light thereby causing the device to become activated. The device includes a light shield that exerts pressure across a width of the test strip to prevent fluid channeling along the length of the test strip. The processor is configured to present an early positive test result reading when a measured value exceeds a predetermined early reading threshold value at any time after a predetermined early testing time period.
There is provided an aqueous liquid deodorizing composition for animal litter and a method of deodorizing animal litter by contacting the lifter with the composition by spraying. The composition comprises a crusting inhibitor.
The invention comprises a device for detecting an analyte in a liquid sample deposited on a first portion of the device for transport to a second portion of the device that is in fluid contact with the first portion. In specific embodiments, the device comprises a labeled conjugate comprising a binding member reactive with a first epitope of the analyte and a label comprising a gold colloid, preferably having a mean particle size of 50 nm to 100 nm. In further embodiments, the device comprises a capture component comprising polymerized streptavidin. The diagnostic device is particularly useful in the preparation of pregnancy test kits.
The invention comprises a device for detecting an analyte in a liquid sample deposited on a first portion of the device for transport to a second portion of the device that is in fluid contact with the first portion. In specific embodiments, the device comprises a labeled conjugate comprising a binding member reactive with a first epitope of the analyte and a label comprising a gold colloid, preferably having a mean particle size of 50 nm to 100 nm. In further embodiments, the device comprises a capture component comprising polymerized streptavidin. The diagnostic device is particularly useful in the preparation of pregnancy test kits.
A clump recognition animal litter is disclosed that enables a user to visually identify and dispose of all used litter portions from unused litter portions regardless of clump size and clump location within the litter. The clump recognition animal litter comprises a clumping component and a color indicating material. A wetted litter clumps and displays a color in response to wetness.
The invention is an electronically processed single-step test device for detecting the presence of a preselected analyte in a fluid. The device includes a hollow rectangular outer casing, disposed within co joined upper and lower sections of the casing are assay material, an electronic processing system, and a LCD display. The LCD display is observable through a viewing window. The assay material is a sorptive material including a fluid sample application region in the form of a sample wick in fluid communication with a test strip. The test strip includes an analyte capture region adjacent to a light shield. The electronic processing system includes red and green LEDs which are alternately pulsed or energized over predetermined periods of time to determine if fluid test results show a marker or markers in the capture region indicative of the presence of a preselected analyte in the fluid. If so, Yes+ is displayed on the LCD. If not, No- is displayed on the LCD.
NOVEL DRY CARBONATION PROCESS Abstract: A process for the dry carbonation of an ammonium or alkali metal carbonate containing material, or a mixture thereof, for conversion to the corresponding bicarbonate containing material comprising reacting in the solid phase an ammonium and/or alkali metal carbonate containing material with liquid water in a carbon dioxide rich atmosphere at a particle temperature of from about 125°F to about 240°F for a period of time sufficient to effect the desired conversion of the carbonate groups of said carbonate containing material to bicarbonate groups, the reaction temperature being controlled by the evaporation of liquid water at the reaction site and the removal of the resulting water vapor from the reactor atmosphere.
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