Photoprotection compositions comprising a radical scavenging compound and an anti-inflammatory agent

U.S. Patent Number: 5384115

Abstract: Disclosed are photoprotective compositions comprising a radical scavenging agent and an anti-inflammatory agent which are useful for topical application to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic UV exposure. Combinations of a radical scavenging agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, and a sunscreen are also disclosed. Also disclosed is a method for using these compositions topically to prevent damage to skin caused by acute or chronic UV exposure.

Inventors: Bissett; Donald L. (Hamilton, OH), Bush; Rodney D. (Cincinnati, OH), Chatterjee; Ranjit (Fairfield, OH)

Assignee: The Procter & Gamble Company (Cincinnati, OH)

Application Number: 08/110,028

Issued: 1995-01-24

Expired: 2007-01-24

Classes: 424/59 ; 424/47; 424/60; 424/63; 424/64; 424/70.9; 424/DIG.5; 514/844; 514/846; 514/847; 514/873; 514/938; 514/944

Field of search: 424/59 514/689

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