Expanding Sarcodon aspratus Extracts to Diverse Health and Wellness Applications
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Summary of the Inventive Concept
This inventive concept leverages the core technology of Sarcodon aspratus extracts to develop novel health and wellness solutions, addressing unmet needs in sleep quality, athletic performance, animal anxiety, skin health, and cognitive function.
Background and Problem Solved
The original patent focused on pharmaceutical compositions for preventing or treating gynecological diseases. However, the limitations of this approach lie in its restricted application domain. The new inventive concept tackles this limitation by exploring the potential of Sarcodon aspratus extracts in diverse health and wellness areas, thereby expanding the technology's reach and impact.
Detailed Description of the Inventive Concept
The new inventive concept comprises five novel applications: (1) a sleep aid composition promoting relaxation and reducing sleep latency; (2) a sports drink enhancing athletic performance by improving endurance and reducing muscle fatigue; (3) a composition reducing anxiety-related behaviors in animals; (4) a topical cream promoting skin health by reducing inflammation and improving skin elasticity; and (5) a dietary supplement supporting cognitive function by improving memory and concentration. Each application utilizes the unique properties of Sarcodon aspratus extracts, carefully formulated to address specific health and wellness challenges.
Novelty and Inventive Step
The new claims introduce a paradigm shift by applying the core technology to entirely new industries and problems, thereby demonstrating a non-obvious and innovative leap beyond the original patent. The inventive step lies in recognizing the untapped potential of Sarcodon aspratus extracts and creatively adapting them to address diverse health and wellness needs.
Alternative Embodiments and Variations
Alternative embodiments may include varying the formulation, dosage, or delivery methods of the Sarcodon aspratus extracts-based products. Variations could also involve combining the extracts with other natural ingredients or compounds to create synergistic effects. Furthermore, the inventive concept could be adapted for use in other industries, such as cosmetics or veterinary medicine.
Potential Commercial Applications and Market
The new inventive concept has significant commercial potential, as it addresses pressing health and wellness concerns in various industries. The target markets include the sleep aid, sports nutrition, animal health, skin care, and cognitive function industries, offering opportunities for partnerships, licensing, or product development.
CPC Classifications
| Section | Class | Group |
|---|---|---|
| A | A61 | A61K36/07 |
| A | A61 | A61K9/0056 |
| A | A61 | A61P15/08 |
| A | A61 | A61K2236/333 |
Section 103 Obviousness Analysis (PHOSITA)
Field of Art
Pharmaceutical and nutraceutical compositions, with a focus on herbal extracts for health and wellness applications, specifically involving botanical extracts for therapeutic interventions
Person of Ordinary Skill (PHOSITA) Profile
A professional with advanced training in pharmaceutical sciences, herbal medicine, or biotechnology, possessing expertise in extract formulation, pharmacological applications, and understanding of botanical compound interactions
Obviousness Rationale
A PHOSITA would recognize that Sarcodon aspratus extracts demonstrate broad therapeutic potential beyond the original gynecological disease focus, making systematic exploration of additional health applications a predictable and logical extension of the source patent's core technology. The extracts' inherent biological activity suggests potential for diverse physiological interventions, and the PTD represents a systematic, methodical expansion of known botanical extract capabilities. The variations represent standard scientific exploration of a promising botanical compound's versatile properties.
Obvious Combinations & Variations
Original Patent Information
| Patent Number | US 11,857,586 |
|---|---|
| Title | Pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating gynecological diseases containing Sarcodon aspratus extracts as active ingredient |