Topically applied clostridium botulinum toxin compositions and treatment methods
OwnerWilliam P. Coleman IIIinventor
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Abstract
Hyperactive glandular conditions are treated using topically formulated botulinum toxin compositions. In the preferred embodiment of the invention, topical botulinum preparations are applied directly to the skin by a patient as needed to suppress his or her hyperhidrosis, bromhidrosis, chromhidrosis, nevus sudoriferous, acne, seborrhiec dermatitis or other glandular condition. In other embodiments, topical botulinum toxins are applied with the aid of mechanical, electrical, and/or chemical transdermal delivery enhancers.
Claims21
A method of reducing dermal and subdermal glandular secretions, comprising the step of topically applying a therapeutically effective amount of a botulinum toxin to an affected area of a patient.
A non-sterile composition for the treatment of conditions related to dermal and subdermal glandular secretions, the composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a botulinum toxin and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier that is suitable for topical application.
A method of treating smooth muscle and sweat glands, comprising the step of topically applying a therapeutically effective amount of a non-sterile composition containing a botulinum toxin to an affected area of a patient.
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