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United States Patent 5,472,687
Proctor Dec. 5, 1995


Topical pyridine N-oxides

Inventors: Proctor; Peter H. (Twelve Oaks Medical Towers 4126 SW. Freeway, Suite 1616, Houston, TX 77027).
Appl. No.: 193,228
Filed: Feb. 7, 1994

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Abstract

Topical pyridine N-oxides, including 3-carboxypyridine N-oxide, niacinamide N-oxide, and .alpha.-(4-pyridyl-1-oxide)-N-t-butylnitrone, are disclosed. The topical compositions have utility in a topical pharmaceutical formulation for the cosmetic treatment of hair loss and the cosmetic stimulation of hair growth.

10 Claims, No Drawings

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