Antimicrobial compositions
OwnerRichard F. Stockelinventor
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Abstract
Aqueous antimicrobial and biofilm removal compositions, comprising essential oils and certain cationic, anionic, amphoteric or non-ionic surfactants individually or in combination having an hydrophile-lipophile balance (HLB) of about 16 or above are effective oral mouthwashes and topical antimicrobial solutions. Optionally C2, C3, benzyl, 3-phenylpropanol or 2-phenylethanol alcohols can be added singularly or in combination from about 2 to about 20v/w %. Other optically ingredients include antimicrobial enhances and biofilm removal agents e.g., chelating compounds and certain organic acids.
Claims21
A method to prepare an essentially aqueous antimicrobial essential oil solution for topical or oral administration comprising:
- a) from about 0.02 to about 2.00 weight percent of antimicrobial essential oils;
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- b) from about 0.75 to about 2.25 weight percent of a surfactant or combination of surfactants having a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance of about 16 or higher, wherein an essentially clear solution is formed containing the essential oils in the form of micelles having a particle size of about 0.05 microns or less.
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