Topical dermal anaesthetic

Abstract

A liquid composition applied transdermally for relief of pain comprising alcohol in an amount by weight of about 57 to about 91 percent; glycerin in an amount by weight of about 1 to about 12 percent; an analgesic agent in an amount by weight of about 2 to about 28 percent, the analgesic agent comprising a derivative of salicylic acid; methylsulfonylmethane in an amount by weight of about 0.02 to 5 percent; and emu oil in an amount by weight of about 0.01 to 3 percent, the liquid composition permeating skin to relieve pain. The composition further comprising, as an additional feature, aloe vera in an amount by weight of at least about 0.05 percent and having an amount by weight of about 0.05 to 4 percent. The composition features transdermal pain relief such that a patient can apply the analgesic agent directly to an area of pain without such side effects as stomach irritation which is normally associated with aspirin. The composition may be sprayed or rolled directly onto the painful area. Because of the unique formula, the composition is safe to vital internal organs, requires no mixing before use, and is shelf stable for marketing purposes.

Description

[0001] 1. The Field of the Invention[0002] The present invention relates to analgesics. Specifically, the present invention relates to an anagesic solution or liquid composition which is applied topically to the surface of the skin, or transdermally, for treatment of pain and irritation.[0003] 2. The Relevant Technology[0004] The use of aspirin and other analgesic, anti-inflammatory agents is well known and has proven to be very valuable in the medical and scientific community. Aspirin has shown to have a variety of benefits in the treatment of aches and pains such as muscular aches, strains and cramps, arthritis, joint pain, lower back discomfort, bursitis, rheumatism, bums, insect bites and sports injuries.[0005] However, certain side effects of aspirin, such as stomach irritation, may cause individuals to discontinue the use of this useful pain killer and anti-inflammatory. The ability to apply aspirin to an area of discomfort without ingesting the aspirin is a need which has bee...