Thermostable Composition Having Antiviral and Antibacterial Activity and the Use Thereof

Abstract

A thermostable composition with antiviral and antimicrobial activity is used as a biologically active component for the production of sanitary and hygienic products, as well as for protection against bacterial and viral infections. In particular, the thermostable composition is a lyophilized powder containing the following components per 1 g of the composition: recombinant interferon gamma human with the activity from 500,000 to 2,000,000 IU/g 0.03 to 0.12 mg; lysostaphin with the activity from 50 to 200 U/g 0.17 to 0.68 mg; methoxy polyethylene glycol 30-150 mg; sodium alginate 10-25 mg; sodium dihydrophosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg; citric acid 35-110 mg and remaining dextran. The thermostable composition can be used as a component of oral hygiene products, toothpastes, sanitary and hygiene articles, a clothes conditioner and condom lubricant and in a number of medicinal products and drugs.

Claims

1. A thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00035 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining.

2. The composition of claim 1, wherein the lyophilized product is obtained from a solution having a pH between 5 and 7.

3. The composition of claim 1, wherein the human recombinant interferon gamma is obtained from an E. coli strain-producer transformed with plasmid pGIF315.

4. The composition of claim 1, comprising the dextran having a molecular weight from 60000 to 70000, or the dextran having a mixture of molecular weights from 60000 to 70000.

5. The composition of claim 1, comprising the methoxypolyethylene glycol having a molecular weight from 2000 to 5000, or the methoxypolyethyleneglycol having a mixture of molecular weights from 2000 to 5000.

6. The composition of claim 1, wherein the lysostaphin is a recombinant lysostaphin.

7. An oral hygiene composition comprising: an aqueous solution of a thermostable composition comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00036 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining.

8. The oral hygiene composition of claim 7, wherein the aqueous solution has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 200 to 1000 IU/ml and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.02 to 0.1 U/ml.

9. The oral hygiene composition of claim 8, further comprising sorbitol, sodium chloride and a preservative.

10. The oral hygiene composition of claim 8, further comprising povidone, potassium sorbate, and/or potassium lactate, flavoring and a preservative.

11. The oral hygiene composition of claim 10, the composition being a spray.

12. A toothpaste composition comprising: fillers and an aqueous solution of a thermostable composition comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00037 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the composition has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 200 to 1000 IU/g and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.02 to 0.1 U/g, and wherein a ratio of the thermostable composition to fillers (mass %) is: TABLE-US-00038 the thermostable composition 0.01-0.2% wt. the fillers remaining.

13. The composition of claim 12, further comprising vitamins, and/or antifungal agents, or a mixture thereof.

14. A sanitary article comprising: a base substrate and an aqueous solution of a thermostable composition comprising per 1 g of the thermostable composition: TABLE-US-00039 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the sanitary article has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 5000 to 20000 IU/cm.sup.2 and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.5 to 2 U/cm.sup.2, wherein a ratio of the thermostable composition to fillers (wt %) is: TABLE-US-00040 the thermostable composition 0.25-4 the base substrate remaining.

15. The sanitary article of claim 14, further comprising carboxymethylcellulose, sodium alginate, trehalose, and preservative to be dissolved in water before mixing with the thermostable composition to form an aqueous solution to soak the base substrate, the substrate is then died to have a moisture content of 1-7 wt %, wherein after drying the sanitary article comprises the following ratio of components (wt %): TABLE-US-00041 the thermostable composition 0.25-4 the carboxymethyl cellulose 5-40 the trehalose 0.05-0.5 the sodium alginate 1-5 the preservative 0.1-0.5 the base substrate remaining.

16. The sanitary article of claim 14, wherein the thermostable composition is applied to the substrate.

17. The sanitary article of claim 14, wherein the base substrate comprises cotton and/or cellulose and/or viscose and/or synthetic materials or a mixture of thereof.

18. The sanitary article of claim 14, wherein the sanitary article is a wipe, face mask, paper towel or handkerchiefs.

19. The sanitary article of claim 18, wherein the sanitary article is packaged in an individually sealed pack or in a batch hermetic pack.

20. A moist sanitary article comprising a substrate soaked with a thermostable composition comprising per 1 g of the thermostable composition: TABLE-US-00042 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; the thermostable composition being dissolved in an aqueous solution comprising carboxymethyl cellulose, sodium alginate and a preservative, the substrate being dried to have a moisture content of 10 to 20% by weight, wherein after drying the moist sanitary article has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 4000-16000 IU/cm2, and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.4-1.6 U/cm.sup.2, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00043 thermostable composition 0.2-3.2 carboxymethylcellulose 10-25 sodium alginate 2-10 preservative 0.05-0.15 an absorbent substrate remaining.

21. The moist sanitary article of claim 20, further comprising glycerin and/or thioglycol and/or antifungal agents and/or vitamins and/or dye and/or flavor or a mixture thereof, and wherein the absorbent substrate is comprised of cotton, and/or viscose, and/or synthetic materials or a mixture thereof.

22. The moist sanitary article of claim 20, wherein the moist sanitary article is a wipe, wet toilet paper or a sanitary wipe, and wherein the moist sanitary article is packaged in an individual sealed pack or in a batch hermetic pack.

23. A disposable absorbent article comprising a substrate and a sanitary article comprising: a base substrate and an aqueous solution of a thermostable composition comprising per 1 g of the thermostable composition: TABLE-US-00044 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the sanitary article has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 5000 to 20000 IU/cm.sup.2 and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.5 to 2 U/cm.sup.2, wherein a ratio of the thermostable composition to fillers (wt %) is: TABLE-US-00045 the thermostable composition 0.25-4 the base substrate remaining; wherein a ration of the substrate and the disposable absorbent article by wt % is 5-10/1-5.

24. The disposable absorbent article of claim 23, wherein the disposable absorbent article is a tampon, hygienic liner or a daily hygienic liner.

25. The disposable absorbent article of claim 24, wherein the disposable absorbent article is packaged into an individual sealed pack or in a batch sealed pack.

26. A skin care formulation comprising: a cosmetic substrate and a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00046 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the skin care formulation has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 500 to 2000 IU/g and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.05 to 0.2 U/g, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00047 the thermostable composition 0.025-0.4 the cosmetic substrate remaining.

27. The skin care formulation of claim 26, wherein the skin care product comprises the cosmetic substrate in the form of a gel or a fat base, or an aqueous base, or a powder base, and wherein the skin care formulation is a cream, gel, jelly, powder, lotion, spray or a mask.

28. The skin care formulation of claim 27, wherein the powder base comprises talc and/or aerosol.

29. The skin care formulation of claim 26, the skin care formulation further comprising spermaceti and/or vitamins and/or mineral salts and/or antifungal agents or a mixture thereof.

30. The skin care formulation of claim 26, wherein the formulation is a veterinary formulation.

31. A sanitary article comprising: a liquid base and a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00048 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the sanitary article has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 500 to 100000 IU/ml and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.05 to 10 U/ml, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00049 the thermostable composition 0.025-20 the liquid base remaining.

32. The sanitary article of claim 31, wherein the product is a spray and wherein the sanitary article further comprises trehalose, a preservative and PEG 400 and/or triethanolamine to provide a pH of 6.0-8.0.

33. The sanitary article of claim 31, wherein the sanitary article is a gel and wherein the sanitary article further comprises carboxymethylcellulose, sodium alginate, a preservative, trehalose and PEG 400 and/or triethanolamine to provide a pH from 6.0 to 8.0.

34. The sanitary article of claim 31, where the article is used for surface treatment.

35. The sanitary article of claim 32, wherein the article is used for clothes treatment.

36. A conditioner for clothes comprising; a liquid base and a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00050 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the sanitary article has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 2000 to 10000 IU/ml and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.2 to 1 U/ml, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00051 the thermostable composition 0.15-20 the liquid base remaining.

37. A condom lubricant comprising: pharmaceutical target additives and a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00052 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the sanitary article has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 5 to 50 IU/g and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.0005 to 0.005 U/g, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00053 the thermostable composition 0.00025-0.01 the pharmaceutical target additives remaining.

38. The condom lubricant of claim 37, further comprising vitamins and/or antifungal agents.

39. A pharmaceutical composition comprising: a pharmaceutical base and a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00054 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the pharmaceutical composition has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 5000 to 100000 IU/g and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.5 to 10 U/g, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00055 the thermostable composition 0.25-20 the pharmaceutical base remaining.

40. The pharmaceutical composition of claim 39, wherein the pharmaceutical composition is a suppository, a spray, an ointment, gel or a lyophilized powder.

41. A medical article comprising: a base substrate and a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity representing a lyophilized product, comprising per 1 g of the composition: TABLE-US-00056 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03-0.12 mg with activity of 500000 to 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 to 200 U/g 0.17-0.68 mg methoxypolyethyleneglycol 30-150 mg sodium alginate 10-25 mg disodium phosphate dihydrate 120-250 mg citric acid 35-110 mg dextran remaining; wherein the pharmaceutical composition has an activity of the human recombinant interferon gamma of 5000 to 20000 IU/cm.sup.2 and an activity of the lysostaphin of 0.5 to 2 U/cm.sup.2, and the following ratio of components (mass %): TABLE-US-00057 the thermostable composition 0.25-4 the base substrate remaining.

42. The medical article of claim 41, further comprising carboxymethylcellulose, sodium alginate, trehalose and a preservative, to be dissolved in water before mixing with the thermostable composition to form an aqueous solution to soak the base substrate, the base substrate is then died to have a moisture content of 1-7 wt %, wherein after drying the medical article comprises the following ratio of components (wt %): TABLE-US-00058 the thermostable composition 0.25-4 the carboxymethyl cellulose 5-40 the trehalose 0.05-0.5 the sodium alginate 1-5 the preservative 0.1-0.5 the base substrate remaining.

43. The medical article of claim 41, wherein the thermostable composition is applied to the base substrate.

44. The medical article of claim 41, wherein the base substrate is made of cotton and/or cellulose and/or viscose and/or synthetic materials or a mixture thereof, and wherein the medical article is used as a face mask, a bandage, disposable gloves or a sponge for topical use.

45. The medical article of claim 44, wherein the article is packaged in an individual sealed packs or in a batch sealed pack.

Description

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE PREFERRED EMBODIMENTS

[0095] The mouth care product represents an aqueous solution of the thermostable composition in any of the above combinations, and the aqueous solution should have recombinant gamma interferon human and lysostaphin with the activity of 200-1000 IU/ml and 0.02-0.1 U/ml, respectively, and may further contain sorbitol, sodium chloride and a preservative in one of the combinations and povidone, potassium sorbate and/or potassium lactate, flavoring agent and a preservative in the other. In the last combination, the mouth care product is produced in the form of spray.

[0096] The claimed toothpaste contains the thermostable composition in any of its above combinations and suitable fillers. The toothpaste comprises recombinant gamma interferon human and lysostaphin with the activity of 200-1000 IU/g, and 0.02-0.1 U/g, respectively, and the following ratio of components (mass %):

TABLE-US-00002 thermostable composition 0.01-0.2 acceptable fillers remaining

[0097] In addition, the toothpaste may additionally contain vitamins, and/or antifungal agents or a mixture of them.

[0098] A sanitary and hygienic product comprises a fabric base and the thermostable composition in any of its above combinations. The activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 5000-20000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 0.5-2 U/cm.sup.2, respectively, with the following ratio of components (%):

TABLE-US-00003 thermostable composition 0.25-4 the fabric base remaining

[0099] In this case, the fabric base is impregnated with the thermostable composition.

[0100] The sanitary and hygiene product may further contain carboxymethyl cellulose, sodium alginate, trehalose and a preservative, which, before mixing with the thermostable composition, is dissolved in water and the base is moistened with the resulting aqueous solution and then dried to a moisture content of 1-7 wt %. The end product contains the following component ratio (mass %):

TABLE-US-00004 thermostable composition 0.25-4 carboxymethylcellulose 5-40 trehalose 0.05-0.5 sodium alginate 1-5 preservative 0.1-0.5 the fabric base remaining

[0101] The fabric base is preferably composed of cotton, and/or cellulose and/or viscose, and/or synthetic materials or a mixture of them.

[0102] The sanitary product may be one of the following: a wipe, cosmetic mask, paper towel, disposable gloves and handkerchiefs.

[0103] In this case, the product can be packaged in an individual hermetic pack or in a batch of hermetic packs.

[0104] Sanitary hygienic wet product is a fabric base impregnated with the thermostable composition in any of its above combinations dissolved in an aqueous solution containing carboxymethylcellulose, sodium alginate and a preservative and dried to a moisture content of 10-20 wt %, the activity of human recombinant interferon gamma and lysostaphin being 4000-16000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 0.4-1.6 U/cm.sup.2, respectively. The ratio of components in the end product is as follows (mass %):

TABLE-US-00005 thermostable composition 0.2-3.2 carboxymethylcellulose 10-25 sodium alginate 2-10 preservative 0.05-0.15 absorbent material remaining

[0105] In this case, the absorbent material may consist of cotton, and/or viscose, and/or synthetic materials, or mixtures of them.

[0106] The sanitary hygienic moist product may further comprise glycerol and/or thioglycol and/or antifungal agents and/or vitamins and/or a dye and/or a flavor or a mixture of them.

[0107] A sanitary moistened product may represent wipes, moist toilet paper or hygienic tampons.

[0108] In this case, the product can be packaged in an individual hermetic pack or in a batch of hermetic packs.

[0109] A disposable absorbent product comprises a carrier and a sanitary-hygienic product in any of its abovementioned compositions, with a weight-to-weight ratio of substrate:product (5-10): 1-5).

[0110] The disposable absorbent product may preferably be one of the following: a tampon, a sanitary wipe and a daily women hygienic liner.

[0111] In this case, the product can be placed in an individual hermetic pack or in a batch of hermetic packs.

[0112] A skin care product comprising a cosmetically acceptable base and the thermostable composition in any of the abovementioned combinations should have the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin of 500 to 2000 IU/g and 0.05 to 0.2 U/g, respectively, the following ratio of components in the end product being as follows (mass %):

TABLE-US-00006 thermostable composition 0.025-0.4 the cosmetically acceptable substrate remaining

[0113] The cosmetically acceptable substrate may preferably comprises gel, fat, aqueous solution, powder, talc and AERSIL.

[0114] The skin care product may further comprise spermocite and/or vitamins and/or mineral salts and/or antifungal agents or a mixture them.

[0115] The skin care product may preferably be in one of the following forms: a cream, gel, jelly, powder, lotion, spray or a mask.

[0116] The skin care product can be of veterinary use.

[0117] The sanitary-hygienic product comprises an acceptable liquid substrate and the thermostable composition in any of its the abovementioned combinations, the activity of recombinant interferon human and lysostaphin being 500 to 100.000 IU/ml and 0.05 to 10 U/ml respectively. In the end product the ratio of the components should be as follows (mass %):

TABLE-US-00007 thermostable composition 0.025-20 acceptable liquid base remaining

[0118] The sanitary-hygienic product may further contain trehalose, a preservative and PEG 400 and represent a spray.

[0119] The hygiene product may further comprise triethanolamine to provide pH from 6.0 to 8.0.

[0120] The sanitary-hygienic product may be in the form of gel and further contain carboxymethyl cellulose, sodium alginate and a preservative.

[0121] The sanitary-hygienic product may be a product for surface treatment or a product for clothes treatment.

[0122] A laundry conditioner comprises an acceptable liquid base and the thermostable composition in any of the abovementioned combinations with the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin being 2000-10.000 IU/ml and, 0.2-1 U/ml, respectively. The end product should contain the following ratio of components (mass %):

TABLE-US-00008 thermostable composition 0.1-2 acceptable liquid base remaining

[0123] A condom lubricant comprises the thermostable composition in any of the abovementioned combinations and pharmaceutically acceptable additives, the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin being 5 to 50 IU/g and 0.0005 to 0.005 U/g, respectively, with the following component ratio (wt %):

TABLE-US-00009 thermostable composition 0.00025-0.01 pharmaceutically acceptable target additives remaining

[0124] The product may further contain vitamins and/or antifungal agents.

[0125] The medicinal product comprises the thermostable composition and pharmaceutically acceptable base, with the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin being 5000-100000 IU/g and 0.5-10 U/g, respectively, with the following component ratio (wt %):

TABLE-US-00010 thermostable composition 0.25-20 pharmaceutically acceptable base remaining

[0126] In this case, the medicinal product may be in the form of suppository, spray, ointment, gel or lyophilized powder.

[0127] The product may comprise a fabric base and the thermostable composition, the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin being 5000-20000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 0.5-2 U/cm.sup.2, respectively, and the component ratio being as follows (mass %):

TABLE-US-00011 thermostable composition 0.25-4 fabric base remaining

[0128] The medical product may further contain carboxymethylcellulose, sodium alginate, trehalose, preservative that are dissolved in water and moisten the fabric base that is then dried to a moisture content of 1-7 wt % before mixing with the thermostable composition, the following ratio of the components in the end product being as follows (mass %):

TABLE-US-00012 thermostable composition 0.25-4 carboxymethyl cellulose 5-40 trehalose 0.05-0.5 sodium alginate 1-5 preservative 0.1-0.5 fabric base remaining.

[0129] The product can be obtained by applying the thermostable composition to the fabric base.

[0130] In the medical product, the fabric base consists of cotton and/or cellulose and/or viscose and/or synthetic materials or a mixture of them.

[0131] The medical product may preferably be in one of the following formulations: cosmetic face mask, bandage, disposable gloves or sponge for topical use.

[0132] The product may be placed in a sealed individual pack or in a batch of hermetic packs.

[0133] As used herein, lysostaphin is any lysostaphin, natural or recombinant, providing proteolytic effect on staphylococcus cell wall glycine-containing peptidoglycan bridges. The enzyme (EC 3.4.99.17) represents an extracellular zinc-containing glycyl-glycine endopeptidase. The manifestation of the enzymatic activity of lysostaphin is the destruction of the cell walls of microorganisms of Staphylococcus genus (staphylococcus lysis) by hydrolysing peptidoglycan polyglycine interpeptide bridges found only in the cell wall of staphylococci. Lysostaphin also has elastolytic activity. Lysostaphin is commercially available from several suppliers, for example, Sigma-Aldrich, Inc.

[0134] As used herein, recombinant interferon gamma human is a protein molecule consisting of 144 amino acid residues binding to IFNGR receptor, which consists of IFNGR1 and IFNGR2 chains. It has antiviral and immunomodulatory properties, activates the work of certain types of leukocytes to protect infection, blocks the formation of viral proteins and the assembly of mature viral particles, causes the death of intracellular microorganisms, destroys virus-infected cells. For implementation of the invention, recombinant gamma interferon human constructed from Escherichia coli strain containing recombinant plasmid DNA pGIF315 (patent RU 2214832, published on Oct. 27, 2003) is used. Recombinant interferon gamma human is commercially available from several suppliers, for example, Sigma-Aldrich, Inc, recombinant gamma interferon human obtained from Escherichia coli strain containing recombinant plasmid DNA pGIF315 is manufactured by Pharmaclon, Ltd.

[0135] As used herein, standard conditions designate standard ambient temperature and pressure, which can also be called normal conditions (NC): pressure 100 kPa, temperature+25 C.

[0136] As used herein, thermostability is ability of proteins to retain a unique 3D structure of their polypeptide chain and, therefore their activity, in the temperature range from 70 C. to 30 C.

[0137] As used herein, acceptable (a suitable substrate, a cosmetically acceptable base, a suitable liquid base, pharmaceutically acceptable additives) designates that the components that make up the formulation are soluble, non-toxic, anionic surfactant free and do not inactivate the proteins used, do not adversely affect the antiviral and antimicrobial efficacy of the composition and, in particular, do not adversely affect the skin and mucosa, and their use is common in this particular field.

[0138] The thermostable composition according to the claimed invention provides effective antiviral and antimicrobial activity for a long period of time.

[0139] When designing the claimed composition consisting of a complex of two proteins used as raw material for the production of sanitary-hygienic product, a number of problems related to storage temperature, stability, shelf life, stability has been faced.

[0140] Thus, the main problem associated with protein compositions is to make proteins physically stable. Physical instability does not cause changes of covalent bonds in proteins. It probably involves a change in the structure of proteins of a higher order, for example, a secondary structure. Such changes include denaturation, adsorption on surfaces, aggregation and precipitation.

[0141] Usually protein denaturation is observed under the influence of abnormal temperature, pH, etc. Proteins can be also denatured by cold. In addition, proteins are denatured under the influence of too high or low pH, causing the disappearance of a charge of one of the parameters (A. V. Finkelstein, Protein Physics, M2002).

[0142] It is known that the above types of instability, which can have a strong effect on the industrial viability and efficiency of protein compositions, are difficult to eliminate.

[0143] It is known that protein stability can be improved by introducing excipients into the composition that interact with the protein in the solution, making it stable, soluble, and not aggregated. For example, salts of compounds and their ionic forms are commonly used as additives introduced into protein compositions. Such compounds help to eliminate denaturation of proteins, forming non-specific bonds with proteins and increasing thermostability. Salts (e.g., NaCl, KCl), amino acids (e.g., histidine, arginine), decrease the change in secondary protein structures (Tian et al., Int'l J. Pharm. 355, 20 (2007)). Other examples of commonly used additives include polyhydric alcohols, such as glycerol, sugars and surfactants. However, the performed experiments showed that the use of the above substances in the recommended doses failed to stabilize the mixture of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin.

[0144] Protein-based products should often have high concentration to achieve positive effect. The performed experiments have shown that the use of these substances in the recommended doses makes many problems, including manufacturing, stability maintaining, delivery, which is especially characteristic for proteins. And there are also problems associated with protein product opalescence and aggregation. In addition, self-association of two main proteins leads to an increase in the viscosity of the solution, which makes it difficult to obtain high protein concentrations during filtration. Therefore, the limits of the quantitative content of proteins as well as the quantitative and component composition necessary for their stabilization should be determined experimentally. Thus, the upper limit of interferon gamma is 2.000.000 IU/g, for lysostaphin it is 200 units/g. The lower one is also determined experimentally and comprises 500.000 IU/g and 50 U/g for interferon and lysostaphin, respectively.

[0145] It should be noted that use of recombinant interferon gamma human obtained from Escherichia coli strain containing recombinant plasmid DNA pGIF315 is a preferable combination of the claimed thermostable composition. This is due to the following reasons.

[0146] Recombinant plasmid pGIF315 contains promoters providing high constitutive expression gene encoding gamma-interferon of a size of 144 aminoacids with a molecular weight of 16.9 kD in E. coli cells (patent for invention RU 2214832, published on 27 Oct. 2003). This, other factors being equal, allows the use of ordinary nutrient media that do not require the deficiency of any components or the addition of any inducers, which simplifies the technology and reduces the production cost. The plasmid can be transformed into any strains of E. coli that meets the requirements for producer strains, for example, SG 200-50 or BL 21.

[0147] Surprisingly, it has been found that methoxypolyethylene glycol, sodium alginate and dextran in the claimed amount can reduce or prevent the effect of both external factors and negative interaction/reaction between biologically active proteins contained in the thermostable composition during the formation of a stable complex.

[0148] As shown by the studies performed, use of the thermostable composition in a lyophilized form is the most optimal due to easy manufacture as well as convenience in transportation and storage, because there is no need to follow temperature regime. The obtained dry preparation is a white lyophilized powder that is well dissolved in water and saline for injection to form a clear, colorless or slightly yellowish solution. The obtained product possesses a controlled antiviral and antibacterial activity.

[0149] Stable antimicrobial and antiviral effect is ensured by stabilization of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin in the composition that is provided by optimal formulation and ratios of components. This has allowed for extending the shelf life to 5 years without loss of biological activity. Apparently, in the obtained composition the active substances are protected from external factors because they form a highly active biological complex supposedly enclosed in a nanocapsule-like micelle.

[0150] In these compositions, lysostaphin provides direct activity against staphylococci, while recombinant human interferon gamma exhibits antiviral activity when virus enters the body via skin or mucous.

[0151] Viral infection activates the expression of interferon-encoding genes. As a result, antiviral activity, blockade of viral protein synthesis and modulation of the immune response take place.

[0152] The fact that viruses multiply only in living cells is of critical importance. Since the cell is protected by the cell membrane, it is difficult for the virus to enter the cell, because its dimensions and membrane thickness are almost identical. Viruses have specificity with respect to the surface of certain cells. For infection of the host cell, virus specifically interacts with the cell surface and after a certain interaction time, the viral and host cell membranes are fused. The result of this long-term contact is the penetration of the viral particle or its nucleic acid into the cell. Therefore, in order to destroy the virus that is in contact with human tissues, it is necessary to provide them with a permanent antiviral activity. In this case, the most important role is played by the time factor: the earlier the human recombinant interferon gamma enters the cell, the more effectively the immune system suppresses the virus.

[0153] The role of recombinant interferon gamma human in the processes of inhibiting the penetration of virus into cells and synthesis of its proteins has been studied in various models of viral infections. It has also been shown that the antiviral activity of interferon is higher with preventive use. (Kiselev O. V. Interferon Gamma: A New Cytokine in Clinical Practice, Moscow, 2007).

[0154] When designing the thermostable composition, the major criterion was to preserve recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin in their active forms for a long period of time to ensure the shelf life of sanitary-hygienic products for 3 years.

[0155] Stable state of the proposed thermostable composition allows for using it in various products that provide a comprehensive protection of human body from penetration of bacterial and viral infections.

[0156] On the basis of the thermostable composition, the present invention provides a series of protection products comprising formulations for the production of sanitary and hygienic products, skin care and mouth care products, condom lubricants, clothes conditioner. Some products (or their forms) that contain the thermostable composition can be further stabilized by the introduction of additional components.

[0157] Thus, the mouth care product in one form may further contain sorbitol, sodium chloride and a preservative in the amount of 0.15-0.75 (wt %), 0.003-0.015 (wt %) and 0.03-0.0, 15 (wt %), respectively. Alternatively, it may further comprise povidone, potassium sorbate and/or potassium lactate, flavoring agent and a preservative in the amount of 0.006-0.018 (wt %), 0.0003-0.006 (wt %), 0.0001-0.003 (wt %) and 0.03-0.05 (wt %), respectively, and the product may be in the form of spray.

[0158] The declared sanitary-hygienic means and products, when used for skin or mucous care, have a directly pronounced biocidal effect due to strengthening the primary immune barrier.

[0159] When designing the sanitary-hygienic products in the form of spray, it has been taken into account that microbes and viruses that have to be inactivated are suspended as microdroplets of moisture and dust particles. For this purpose, the indoor air should be treated with aerosol consisting of microdrops, which are connected with particles contaminated with microbes and viruses thus providing a disinfecting effect.

[0160] Sanitary-hygienic products in the form of gel provide prolonged biocidal effect due to the formation of thin protective biodegradable film. In this case, the gel can be used for intimate hygiene before sexual intercourse.

[0161] In one version the sanitary-hygienic agent may be a spray and further contain trehalose, a preservative and PEG 400 in the amount of 2-5 (wt %), 0.04 to 1.5 (wt %) and 0.3 to 1, 5 (wt %), respectively.

[0162] In the other version, it may further contain carboxymethylcellulose, sodium alginate, a preservative in the amount of 10 (wt %), 2 (wt %) and 0.05 (wt %), respectively, and represents a gel.

[0163] The effect of various components and physical and chemical factors on activity and thermal stability during storage was assessed using equipment, chemicals, and standard methods known from the prior art. Components of the thermostable composition formulations are known from the prior art and are commercially available.

[0164] The water used in the present invention should be of the required degree of purification: purified or distilled, or for injection, or deionized.

[0165] Polyethylene glycol ethers PEG40, PEG 4000, PEG 400 and nonionic detergent Tween 80 were used to improve wettability and uniformity of distribution of the products on the surface to be treated, to ensure a high degree of dispersion and thermal stability as well as to avoid the conglomeration of product components that promotes the manifestation of biological effect of the products.

[0166] Salts of organic acids, such as benzoic, sorbic or lactic taken in any combination may be used as preservatives to ensure the required microbiological purity.

[0167] Various substrates are used to design a skin care product. Thickening agents, for example carboxymethylcellulose, povidone, sodium alginate, pectin are applied to make a cosmetically acceptable gel base. Thickeners are generally present in the amount from 4 to 8% of the total weight of the composition.

[0168] The cream base can be both hydrophilic and hydrophobic. It should be noted that the thermostable composition does not cause irritation of skin, nor does it cause corrosion of non-living object surfaces.

[0169] Optional components include flavors that are routinely used in compositions in amounts from approximately 0.001 to 5% wt. of the total weight of compositions. The sweeteners are selected from the group comprising mannitol, sorbitol, sucrose, dextrose and glucose.

[0170] pH of the compositions designed in the present invention can be adjusted by using buffer components, such as sodium phosphate and citric acid. Triethanolamine was used to adjust pH. Optimal pH was established experimentally. At pH less than 5.0 and more than 7.0 recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin lose their activity and become less stable during storage.

[0171] The conducted studies on thermal stability of various proposed compositions (using various combinations of auxiliary substances) under different temperature regimes have shown that the compositions retain their properties during storage at ambient temperatures up to +25 C. for 3 years and at +30 C. for at least 2 years. The proposed thermostable composition can be stored in a wide temperature range from 0 to +30 C. and has a wide spectrum of antimicrobial and antiviral activity that has allowed for diversification of the products and articles for various purposes and with different ways of application, including use for humans or animals or for surface treatment, external application and application in the form of spray.

[0172] The thermostable composition has a wide range of application because of the components it comprises. Human recombinant interferon gamma and lysostaphin are natural factors that protect human body from infections. This ensures bioavailability, hypoallergenic properties, environmental safety and the lack of side effects.

[0173] The compositions designed in the proposed invention have a wide range of application, including mouth rinsing liquids, body sprays, antiseptics, wipes, disinfectants, toothpastes, creams and the like for personal care. The thermostable composition can also be used in the composition of sanitary-hygienic products for surface treatment.

[0174] The thermostable composition designed in the proposed invention is effective in the manufacture of sanitary and hygienic products having disinfecting properties. It can be used in the household (e.g. for disinfecting solid surfaces such as floors, table tops, home ware and soft materials such as clothes), in personal and intimate hygiene (for example, creams, lotions, gels and sanitary wipes) as well as in industry and hospitals because it effectively and quickly disinfect surfaces that are infected or contaminated with bacteria and viruses.

[0175] The thermostable composition can also be included into a fabric base used as a sanitary product with biocidal effect, for wiping skin, for example.

[0176] This composition can be used for the production of medical products (bandages, gloves, masks). Use of the thermostable composition for manufacturing medicines in the form of spray, gel, ointment, suppository, lyophilized powder for the preparation of solutions for intranasal use is of particular benefit. These products can be used for treatment of humans and animals.

[0177] Designed in the proposed invention, the thermostable composition and the products containing it provide advantages because they are not toxic, hypoallergenic and have no side effects (irritation, xerposis).

[0178] Thus, the proposed series of inventions is united by a single inventive concept aimed at designing a thermostable composition with antiviral and antibacterial activity as well as at the use of it in the production of a number of products and articles of sanitary, hygienic, medical, cosmetic application in the form of medicines, toothpaste, mouth care products, laundry conditioners and condom lubricants containing the proposed thermostable composition with high antiviral and antibacterial activity.

[0179] Two series of the thermostable composition prepared according to Examples 1 and 2 demonstrated below were used to test antiviral and antibacterial activity at different storage temperatures. After lyophilization, the compositions were subdivided into three equal groups and stored under different temperature conditions: under standard conditions (+25 C.), at +30 C. and at +35 C.

[0180] During the first six months the thermostable compositions were sampled for testing antiviral and antibacterial activity weekly. Subsequently, analytical samples were taken every three months.

[0181] An in vitro test system on the base of Vero cells was used for antiviral activity testing. Vesicular stomatitis virus (VSV) was used as a test object. VSV was taken at a concentration of 10 TCD.sub.50. Samples were prepared by dissolving 200 mg of the thermostable composition of the first and second series, respectively, in 1 ml of water for injection. The results are shown in Table 1.

[0182] A test (reference) strain of staphylococcus was used to test the antibacterial activity of the thermostable composition. The test strain cell suspension was adjusted to a concentration of 110.sup.5 cells/ml. Then tenfold dilution was made to obtain a concentration of 1102 cells/ml. 1 g of the thermostable composition of each series was dissolved in 10 ml of water for injection. Then one ml of the resulting solution was added to one ml of the previously obtained suspension at various dilutions. The solution was incubated for 10 minutes. The results were recorded spectrophotometrically at a wavelength of 600 nm. The results are presented in Table 2.

[0183] Specially prepared lyophilized mixtures of recombinant interferon gamma human in a medium of phosphate buffer saline with an activity of 500,000 IU (reference sample No. 1); lysostaphin in a medium of phosphate buffer saline with an activity of 50 U (reference sample No. 2); a mixture of recombinant interferon gamma human (500,000 IU) and lysostaphin (50 U) with phosphate buffer saline with no additives (reference sample No. 3) were used as reference samples.

TABLE-US-00013 TABLE 1 Test of recombinant interferon gamma human stability in reference samples and in thermostable composition formulations Interferon gamma activity, IU Initial activity 1 month 6 months 1 year 3 years 5 years 25 C. Reference example 500000 150000 2000 0 0 0 1: solution of interferon gamma in PBS (500000 IU/ml) Reference example 0 0 0 0 0 0 2: solution of lysostaphin in PBS (50 U/ml) Reference example 360000 2400 0 0 0 0 3: solution of interferon gamma (500000 IU/ml) and lysostaphin (50 U/ml) in PBS Thermostable 500000 500000 500000 500000 500000 450000 composition of Example 1 Thermostable 2000000 2000000 2000000 2000000 1980000 1920000 composition of Example 2 30 C. Reference example 500000 0 0 0 0 0 1: solution of interferon gamma in PBS Reference example 2. Solution of lysostaphin in PBS 0 0 0 0 0 0 Reference example 360000 0 0 0 0 0 3. Solution of interferon gamma 500000 IU/ml and lysostaphin 50 U/ml in PBS Thermostable 500000 500000 500000 500000 460000 4200000 composition of Example 1 Thermostable 2000000 2000000 20000000 20000000 1900000 1800000 composition of Example 2 35 C. Reference example 500000 0 0 0 0 0 1. Solution of interferon gamma in PBS Reference example 0 0 0 0 0 0 2. Solution of lysostaphin in PBS Reference example 360000 0 0 0 0 0 3. Solution of interferon gamma 500000 IU/ml and lysostaphin 50 U/ml in PBS Thermostable 500000 500000 500000 5000000 450000 380000 composition of Example 1 Thermostable 2000000 2000000 2000000 1950000 1750000 1600000 composition of Example 2

TABLE-US-00014 TABLE 2 Test of lysostaphin stability in reference examples and in thermostable composition formulations Lysostaphin activity, IU Initial activity 1 month 6 month 1 year 3 year 5 year 25 C. Reference example 0 0 0 0 0 0 1. Solution of interferon gamma 500000 IU in PBS Reference example 50 48 45 43 38 34 2. Solution of lysostaphin 50 U in PBS Solution of interferon 42 34 29 24 18 15 gamma 500000 IU and lysostaphin 50 U in PBS Thermostable 50 50 50 50 50 46 composition of Example 1 Thermostable 200 200 200 200 196 194 composition of Example 2 30 C. Reference example 0 0 0 0 0 0 1. Solution of interferon gamma in PBS Reference example 50 46 42 30 18 8 2. Solution of lysostaphin in PBS Reference example 42 27 19 12 6 0 3. Solution of interferon gamma 500000 IU and lysostaphin 50 U in PBS Thermostable 50 50 50 46 43 41 composition of Example 1 Thermostable 200 200 200 200 194 186 composition of Example 2 35 C. Reference example 0 0 0 0 0 0 1. Solution of interferon gamma in PBS Reference example 50 44 36 24 16 4 2. Solution of lysostaphin in PBS Reference example 42 32 21 13 4 0 3. Solution of interferon gamma 500000 IU and lysostaphin 50 U in PBS Thermostable 50 50 50 50 45 42 composition of Example 1 Thermostable 200 200 200 194 186 178 composition of Example 2

[0184] Results of these tests have demonstrated that:

[0185] 1. The initial activity of the prepared test solutions corresponds to the expected and is equal in value to that of the reference samples containing anyone of the active substances under standard conditions.

[0186] 2. A sample representing a mixture of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin without auxiliary ingredients showed activity values below the expected ones. It can be assumed that this activity loss is associated with interaction of the components. Moreover, control samples containing a simple mixture of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin completely lost their activity under all storage conditions in less than a month.

[0187] 3. When stored under specified conditions during the first month, control samples containing only recombinant interferon gamma human lost up to 70% of the activity when stored in room conditions and completely lost the activity at temperatures of 30 C. and 35 C. regardless of the buffer composition.

[0188] 4. When stored under specified conditions during the first month, control samples containing lysostaphin alone lost up to 30% of their activity when stored at room temperature, up to 90% when stored at 30 C. and completely lost the activity after prolonged exposure to high temperature.

[0189] 5. The thermostable compositions of Examples 1 and 2 retained the initial activity of their protein components during the first month under all temperature storage conditions.

[0190] 6. The Thermostable compositions retained their thermostability when stored at +25 C. and at +30 C. during the storage for 5 years. At the end of this period, when stored at 35 C., both compositions lost about 15% of their activity.

[0191] Thus, it has been unexpectedly found that the thermostable composition retains its properties when stored at ambient temperature up to +25 C. for 5 years, and at +30 C. it can be stored for at least 3 years.

[0192] Examples given below illustrate technological implementation of the proposed invention and can be reproduced by any expert skilled in this technology field. The given examples are merely illustrative, disclose various aspects of the possible implementation of the proposed invention and should not be interpreted as limiting the technology of the invention.

EXAMPLES

Example 1. Preparation of the Thermostable Composition Possessing Antiviral and Antibacterial Activity

[0193] Thaw recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin substances to obtain the thermostable composition. Pour 500 ml of water into a container supplied with a stirring device. Mix the solution with methoxypolyethylene glycol, sodium alginate, sodium diphosphate, citric acid and dextran in the amount of 3 g, 1 g, 12 g 11 g and 73.0 g, respectively. Stir up the mixture and measure pH, which should be 5.0. Add 100 ml of the thawed-out lysostaphin substance with the activity of 50 U/ml to the dissolved ingredients and mix them up. Then add 17 ml of the thawed interferon gamma substance with an activity of 3.000.000 IU/ml.

[0194] Adjust the obtained volume to 1 L with water and stir for 15 minutes. Avoid foaming Filter the resulting solution through 0.45-m and 0.2-m filters and pour it aseptically into 200-l and 10-ml glass vials. Freeze the mixture at minus 40 C. and lyophilize it for 36 hours. Seal the vials with rubber stoppers and aluminum caps.

[0195] The thermostable composition should represent a lyophilized white powder. The powder is hygroscopic. pH of the solution of one gram of the stabilized composition in 5 ml of water is 5.0

[0196] The values of antiviral and antibacterial activity are given in Tables 1 and 2. Use an in vitro test system based on Vero cell culture to test the antiviral activity. Use virus of vesicular stomatitis (VVS) as a test object. The dose of VVS should be 10 TCD.sub.50. Dissolve 200 mg of the thermostable composition in 1 ml of water for injection to obtain a preparation sample. Use a reference strain of staphylococcus to test antibacterial activity. Adjust the cell suspension of the reference staphylococcus strain to a concentration of 1105 cells/ml. Then prepare ten-fold dilutions at a concentration of 110.sup.2 cells/ml. Dissolve 1 g of the thermostable composition in 10 ml of water for injection. Then add 1 ml of the resulting solution to 1 ml of the previously obtained suspension at various dilutions. Incubate for 10 minutes. Record the results spectrophotometrically at a wavelength of 600 nm.

[0197] The obtained lyophilized mixture should have interferon gamma and lysostaphin of the activity of 500000 IU/g and 50 U/g, respectively, and should contain the following components per 1 g of the end thermostable composition:

TABLE-US-00015 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.03 mg with activity of 500000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 50 U/g 0.17 mg methoxypolyethylene glycol 30 mg sodium alginate 10 mg disodium phosphate 120 mg citric acid 110 mg dextran 730 mg.

[0198] Store the lyophilize composition at a temperature of +25 C. for 5 years. Control the activity during 5 years. After 5 years, the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin should be 90% and 92% of the initial, respectively.

Example 2. Preparation of the Thermostable Composition Possessing Antiviral and Antibacterial Activity

[0199] Thaw recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin substances to obtain the thermostable composition. Pour 300 ml of water into a container supplied with a stirring device. Mix the solution with methoxypolyethylene glycol, sodium alginate, sodium diphosphate, citric acid and dextran in an amount 15 g, 2.5 g, 25 g, 3.5 g, 54 g, respectively. pH of the solution should be 7.0. Add 400 ml of the thawed-out lysostaphin substance with the activity of 50 U/ml to the dissolved ingredients and mix them up. Then add 68 ml of the thawed interferon gamma substance with the activity of 3.000.000 IU/ml.

[0200] The substance Recombinant interferon gamma human is an aqueous solution of a protein synthesized by Escherichia coli SG 200-50 cells transformed with plasmid pGIF315.

[0201] Adjust the cell suspension volume to 11 and stir it for 15 min. Avoid foaming Filter the obtained solution through filters with pores of a size of 0.45 m and 0.2 m. Pour aseptically the solution into 200-mkl, 1-ml and 10-ml vials. Freeze it at minus 40 C. and lyophilize, then dry the solution for 36 h and seal hermetically with rubber stoppers and aluminium caps.

[0202] The obtained lyophilized mixture should have interferon gamma and lysostaphin of an activity of 500000 IU/g and 50 U/g, respectively and should contain the following components per 1 g of the end product:

TABLE-US-00016 human recombinant interferon gamma 0.12 mg with activity of 2000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 200 U/g 0.68 mg methoxypolyethylene glycol 150 mg sodium alginate 25 mg sodium diphosphate 250 mg citric acid 35 mg dextran 540 mg.

[0203] Store the lyophilized composition at a temperature of +25 C. for 5 years. Control the activity during 5 years. After 5 years of storage, the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin should be 90% and 92% of the initial activity, respectively.

Example 3. Preparation of the Thermostable Composition Possessing Antiviral and Antibacterial Activity

[0204] Thaw recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin substances to obtain the thermostable composition. Pour 300 ml of water into a container with a stirring device. Add methoxypolyethylene glycol, sodium alginate, sodium diphosphate dehydrated, citric acid and dextran in an amount of 9 g, 1.45 g, 16 g 8 g and of 65.5 g respectively. pH of the solution should be 6.0. Add 200 ml of the thawed substance of lysostaphin with the activity of 50 U/ml to the dissolved ingredients and mix up the solution. Then add the thawed substance of interferon gamma with the activity of 3.000.000 IU/ml in the amount of 34 ml.

[0205] The substance recombinant interferon gamma human is an aqueous solution of a protein synthesized by Escherichia coli SG 200-50 cells transformed with plasmid pGIF315.

[0206] Adjust the solution volume to 1 L with water and stir for 15 minutes. Avoid foaming Filter the obtained solution through filters with pores of a size of 0.45 m and 0.2 m, and aseptically pour into 1-ml, 10-ml glass vials. Freeze the solutions at minus 40 C. and lyophilize Drying time should be 36 hours. Seal the vials with rubber stoppers and aluminum caps.

[0207] Pour aseptically the solution into 200-mkl, 1-ml and 10-ml vials. Freeze it at minus 40 C. and lyophilize, then dry the solution for 36 h, seal the vials hermetically with rubber stoppers and aluminium caps.

[0208] The thermostable composition is a hygroscopic lyophilized white powder. pH of 1 g of the stabilized composition dissolved in 5 ml of water should be 6.0.

[0209] The obtained lyophilized mixture should have interferon gamma and lysostaphin of the activity of 100000 IU/g and 100 U/g, respectively, and should contain the following components per 1 g of the end product:

TABLE-US-00017 recombinant interferon gamma human 0.06 mg with activity of 1000000 IU/g lysostaphin with activity of 100 U/g 0.425 mg methoxypolyethylene glycol 90 mg sodium alginate 15 mg sodium diphosphate 160 mg citric acid 80 mg dextran 655 mg

[0210] Store the lyophilized composition at a temperature of +25 C. for 5 years. Control the activity during 5 years. After 5 years of storage, the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin should be 90% and 92% of the initial activity, respectively.

Example 4. Mouth Care Product Formulated as an Aqueous Solution

[0211] Prepare the product from the thermostable composition as described in Example No. 2, wherein interferon gamma and lysostaphin activity is 2.000.000 IU/g and 200 U/g, respectively. To prepare the product dissolve 20 mg of lyophilizated thermostable composition in 200 ml of water, stir the solution until completely dissolved. The product represents a colorless liquid with pH 7.0 and activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin being 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/m, respectively.

[0212] The resulting solution is used for rinsing oral and nasal cavities. The product is not toxic and does not cause side effects.

Example 5. Mouth Care Product Formulated as a Rinsing Liquid

[0213] Weigh 300 mg of sodium chloride, 15 g of sorbitol, 3 g of sodium benzoate and dissolve each sample with 0.5 l of water in separate vials and stir up the solution. Pour 5 l of water in a stirrer and add the previously dissolved ingredients. Stir up the solution for 10 minutes. Diluted 1 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 and pour the solution into the stirrer. Avoid foaming. After 5 minutes, adjust the solution volume to 10.0 l with water. pH should be 7.0. Stir up the solution for 5 minutes.

[0214] After sterilizing filtration, pour the solution aseptically into 150-ml flasks.

[0215] The product represents a colorless liquid, light opalescence is possible.

[0216] Activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the product should be 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/m, respectively.

[0217] The product is used for preventive purposes as well as to reduce the risk of various inflammations and infectious complications after medical and other intensive interventions in the oral cavity. The product is not toxic, does not cause side effects.

[0218] Application instruction: rinse the mouth with 50-60 ml of the product. Do not rinse with water afterwards and do not drink for 30 minutes. Use 3-5 times as needed, but at least 3 times a day. Shelf life: not less than 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0219] The mouth rinsing product with interferon gamma and lysostaphin activity of 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively, has the following components per 1 ml:

TABLE-US-00018 thermostable composition 0.1 mg sodium chloride 0.03 mg sorbitol 1.5 mg sodium benzoate 0.3 mg water up to 1 ml.

Example 6. Mouth Care Product Formulated as a Rinsing Liquid

[0220] Weigh 1.5 mg of sodium chloride, 7.5 g of sorbitol, 5 g of sodium benzoate and dissolve each sample in separate vials in 0.5 l of water and stir up the solution. Pour 5 l of water into the stirrer and add the previously dissolved ingredients. Stir up the solution for 10 minutes. Diluted 20 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 1 and pour the solution into the stirrer. Avoid foaming After 5 minutes, adjust the solution volume to 10.0 l with water. pH should be 5.0. Stir up the solution for 5 minutes.

[0221] After sterilizing filtration, pour the solution aseptically into 150-ml flasks.

[0222] The product represents a colorless liquid, light opalescence is possible.

[0223] Activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the product should be 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively.

[0224] The product is used for preventive purposes as well as to reduce the risk of various inflammations and infectious complications after medical and other intensive interventions in the mouth cavity. The product is not toxic, does not cause side effects.

[0225] Application instruction: rinse the mouth with 50-60 ml of the product. Do not rinse with water afterwards and do not drink for 30 minutes. Use 3-5 times as needed, but at least 3 times a day. Shelf life: not less than 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0226] The mouth rinsing liquid with interferon gamma and lysostaphin activity of 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively has the following components per 1 ml:

TABLE-US-00019 thermostable composition 0.1 mg sodium chloride 0.03 mg sorbitol 1.5 mg sodium benzoate 0.3 mg water up to 1 ml.

Example 7. Mouth Care Product Formulated as a Spray

[0227] Weigh 600 mg of povidone, 30 mg of potassium sorbate, 3 g of sodium benzoate and dissolve each sample in separate vials in 0.5 l of purified water and stir up the solution. Pour 5 l of water into the stirrer and add the previously dissolved ingredients. Then add 60% solution of potassium lactate in a volume of 0.3 ml. Stir up the solution for 10 minutes. Dilute 2 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 3 and pour the solution into the stirrer. Avoid foaming pH should be 6.0. Add 10 mg of peppermint oil. Then adjust the solution volume to 10.0 l with water. After 10 minutes, turn off the stirrer.

[0228] After sterilizing filtration, pour the solution into flasks supplied with a sprayer.

[0229] The product represents a liquid with low viscosity and light opalescence. The product has a specific pleasant flavor and taste.

[0230] Activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the product should be 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively.

[0231] The product is intended for hygienic, prophylactic and sanitary mouth care and also for reducing the risk of inflammations and infectious complications after medical and other intensive interventions into mouth cavity. The product is not toxic and does not cause side effects.

[0232] Application instruction: rinse the mouth directing the spray to the problem areas. Do not rinse with water afterwards and do not drink for 30 minutes. Use 3-5 times as needed, but at least 3 times a day. Shelf life: not less than 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0233] The mouth rinsing product with interferon gamma and lysostaphin activity of 200 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively, has the following components per 1 ml:

TABLE-US-00020 thermostable composition 0.2 mg povidone K30 0.06 mg potassium sorbate 0.003 mg potassium lactate 0.02 mg peppermint oil 0.001 mg sodium benzoate 0.3 mg water up to 1 ml.

Example 8. Mouth Care Product Formulated as a Spray

[0234] Weigh 600 mg of povidone, 30 mg of potassium sorbate, 3 g of sodium benzoate and dissolve each sample in separate vials in 0.5 l of purified water and stir up the solution. Pour 5 l of water into the stirrer and add the previously dissolved ingredients. Then add 60% solution of potassium lactate in a volume of 0.3 ml. Stir up the solution for 10 minutes. Dilute 3 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 and pour the solution into the stirrer. Avoid foaming pH should be 7.0. Add 10 mg of peppermint oil. Then adjust the solution volume to 10.0 l with water. In 10 minutes, turn off the stirrer.

[0235] After sterilizing filtration, pour the solution into flasks supplied with a sprayer.

[0236] The product represents a low-viscosity liquid with light opalescence, a specific pleasant flavor and taste.

[0237] Activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the product should be 600 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively.

[0238] The product is intended for hygienic, prophylactic and sanitary mouth care and also for reducing the risk of inflammations and infectious complications after medical and other intensive interventions in a mouth cavity.

[0239] Application instruction: rinse the mouth directing the spray to the problem areas. Do not rinse with water afterwards and do not drink for 30 minutes. Use 3-5 times as necessary at least 3 times a day. Shelf life: not less than 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0240] The spray for mouth care with interferon gamma and lysostaphin activity of 600 IU/ml and 0.02 U/ml, respectively, has the following composition per 1 ml:

TABLE-US-00021 thermostable composition 0.3 mg povidone K30 0.18 mg potassium sorbate 0.018 mg potassium lactate 0.06 mg peppermint oil 0.003 mg sodium benzoate 0.9 mg water up to 1 ml.

Example 9. Toothpaste

[0241] Weigh 50 mg of sodium fluoride, 0.5 g of detergent, 1 g of xylitol, 0.5 g of sodium hydrogen carbonate, 50 mg of sodium benzoate to prepare 100 g of toothpaste. Use silicon oxide as mild abrasive filler in an amount required for preparation of 100 g of the paste. Mix the weighted ingredients, add 50 mg of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 1 to 1/10 of the obtained mixture. Stir the mixture up and add it to the remaining 9/10 parts.

[0242] Place the paste in 40-ml aluminum tubes with screw caps.

[0243] Prepare samples as follows to control the product activity. Weigh 1 g of paste and shake it in 5 ml of purified water. Filter the mixture through a paper filter. After sterilizing filtration through a filter with the pores of a size of 0.22 m, perform testing as described in Example 1.

[0244] The antiviral activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in 1 g of toothpaste should be 200 IU/g and 0.02 U/g, respectively.

[0245] The tooth paste is used as a preventive product for gums and tooth brushing and for lowering the risk of inflammations and infectious complications after medical and other intensive interventions in mouth cavity. Use the paste as needed.

[0246] Shelf life of the paste is 3 years.

Example 10. Toothpaste

[0247] Use calcium carbonate with 10% dicalcium phosphate dihydrate as a basic substrate. Add also strontium chloride, glycerol, sodium benzoate, a detergent, xylitol, sodium bicarbonate and sodium benzoate in an amount of 20 mg, 0.5 g, 50 mg, 0.5 g, 1 g, 0.5 g and 50 mg, respectively, as suitable substrates. Add 50 mg of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 to 1/10 of the obtained substrate and mix them thoroughly. Add the remained substrate to the resulting mixture gradually.

[0248] The antiviral activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in 1 g of the toothpaste should be 1000 IU/g and 0.1 U/g, respectively.

[0249] The toothpaste is used as a prophylactic product for gums and tooth brushing and for lowering the risk of inflammations and infectious complications after medical and other intensive interventions in mouth cavity. Use the paste as needed.

[0250] Shelf life of the paste is 3 years.

Example 11. Sanitary-Hygienic Product

[0251] Use cotton fabric as a base. Apply 15 mg of the thermostable composition on each square cm of the fabric sample. Use the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 1. Place the obtained sample in a horizontal position, dry it under normal conditions and then roll the sample with a hard rubber roller. Continue drying for 24 hours at room temperature.

[0252] In the obtained sanitary-hygienic product the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin is 5000 IU/cm.sup.2, 0.5 U/cm.sup.2, respectively.

[0253] Cut the product samples into pieces of a size of about 4 cm.sup.2 and 10 cm.sup.2. Place the samples of a size of 4 cm.sup.2 under sterile conditions in the suspension of Staphylococcus culture with 110.sup.7 microorganism cells per 1 ml with an optical density 1 OD unit at a wavelength 600 nm.

[0254] Wash the product sample without stirring in a test tube with Staphylococcus suspension for 10 minutes (use a sterile forceps). Continue testing as described in Example 1.

[0255] Test results should in compliance with the abovementioned levels of activity.

[0256] Evaluate the level of antiviral activity after elution of the active components from the substrate. Then filter the mixture through a 0.22-m filter as described in Example 1.

[0257] Sanitary and hygienic product is designed to remove biological or external liquid from the surface of skin. The product has sufficient ability to absorb moisture while not only mechanically cleaning the skin surfaces from contamination, but also effectively eliminating microbial contamination. Holding moisture collected from skin surface and contaminations inside the thickness of woven fabric, the product also disinfects the polluted fluid that facilitates utilization of the product as ordinary household waste. The product used is not a source of secondary infection.

[0258] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 12. Sanitary-Hygienic Product

[0259] Use the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 to prepare a sanitary-hygienic product sample. Use a fabric containing 60% cotton and 40% synthetic fibers as a substrate.

[0260] Moisten the woven fabric with water. Weigh the thermostable composition at a rate of 15 mg per cm.sup.2. Dissolve the sample in purified water (1 ml per 100 mg of the thermostable composition) under low stirring rate. Allow the solution of the thermostable composition to stand for swelling for 30 minutes and then apply it eventually over the surface of the woven fabric and dry at room temperature for 24 hours.

[0261] The activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the sanitary-hygienic product should be 20,000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 2 units/cm.sup.2, respectively.

[0262] Select the test samples and control the activity of the main components as described in Example 11.

[0263] When the described technology of application is used, the degree of retention of the basic substances on the surface and in the thickness of the fabric is much higher than in Example 11. The amount of material that is not fixed on the fabric substrate after drying is less than 5%.

[0264] Analysis of the activity of the main components has shown that the activity of the surface washable and released components is about 85% of the initial. The test results have demonstrated the compliance with the abovementioned levels of activity.

[0265] The obtained sanitary-hygienic product is used as a wipe.

[0266] To produce a medical product in the form of gloves, a pattern of gloves was made from the obtained fabric. The product may well be used for short-term (no more than 2 hours) protection of hand skin from microbial and/or viral infection in situations in which the infection is possible, for example, during ARVI or influenza epidemics. The protective mechanisms are activated after moistening the gloves with body fluids or with moisture from the environment. Antimicrobial effect is achieved immediately after microorganisms appear on the surface of the product. Antiviral effect is achieved when viruses reach the skin surface along with the components of the formulation. The product also forms a mechanical barrier that prevents direct exposure of skin surface to microorganisms.

Example 13. Sanitary-Hygienic Product

[0267] The following technique for application of the thermostable composition is proposed: treat the woven fabric with a filling agent. Then remove the excess of the filling agent and apply the solution of the thermostable composition onto the product surface.

[0268] First prepare a solution containing 5 g of carboxymethylcellulose, 0.05 g of trehalose, 1 g of sodium alginate and 0.1 g of sodium benzoate. Use water as a solvent in the amount of 100 ml. Prepare the solution at room temperature with periodic stirring for 30 minutes until substrate is completely swollen.

[0269] Apply the resulting solution to the fabric base. Allow the mixture to stand for 20 minutes and remove the excess liquid.

[0270] Apply the solution of the thermostable composition described in Example 12 to the product sample. In comparison with Example 12, the solution of the thermostable composition is applied successively on both sides of the product with preliminary drying between the applications.

[0271] After applying the solution of the thermostable composition, dry the product for 20 hours in an air flow to residual moisture of not more than 7% by weight.

[0272] The activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the sanitary-hygienic product is 20.000 IU/g and 2 units/g, respectively.

[0273] Use of the proposed application technique allows an efficient utilization of the thermostable composition in the products having fabric or unwoven material base. At the same time, the method is labor-consuming and increases the prime cost of the product.

[0274] The proposed product is designed to remove contaminants and excessive moisture from the skin. Due to the fact that the active components of the thermostable composition are distributed on the surface of the product practically without penetrating into the substrate, the product is more effective in common use (relatively short wiping) than those described in Examples 11 and 12 as the higher amounts of the components are transferred on the treated surface. Consequently, a thin protective film formed on the surface allows for retaining the protective effect for some time after the use of the product. In this case, the product retains the same properties as those described in Examples 11 and 12, including the expiry date.

Example 14. Sanitary-Hygienic Product

[0275] Use the product described in Example 12 to make a conventional medical mask.

[0276] Protein active ingredients do no exhibit their activity in dry state. However, the product in the form of a protective mask is directly in contact with the skin of a person and, therefore, at ambient temperature, is moistened with biological fluids, e.g. sweat. It is also moisturized by the water vapor contained in expiratory air that condenses on the fabric base of the medical mask.

[0277] In order to assess the efficacy of the product medical mask use a finely dispersed agent to simulate an airborne droplet contamination of the outer surface of the product prepared as described in Example 12. Spray 0.5 ml of microorganism suspension at a concentration of 10.sup.3 microbes per 1 ml into 12 products independently. Moisten the product from the inside with a sprayer. Perform testing as described in Example 12.

[0278] Testing results have shown that the forced infection with a test strain at high doses is completely blocked by the product due to its biocidal effect. The surface of the Petri dishes remains clean with no growth of colonies while the test samples (positive control) exhibit the expected growth. Negative control (the level of background dissemination) has not demonstrated any growth, that supports validity of the test. The test results have shown a compliance with the above levels of activity.

[0279] An ordinary medical mask, including a multi-layered one, creates only a mechanical barrier that traps the dust particles and water microdrops, through which dangerous viruses and microorganisms are spread. In this regard, the operating time of the conventional medical mask is most often limited to 2 hours. In conditions of severe pollution, this time decreases.

[0280] When using the medical mask prepared in this Example, the antiviral and antimicrobial effect is supplemented with the property of mechanical retention of external particles, as a result of which the operating time increases significantly and is determined mainly by the need of usage and dust content in the external environment. At the same time, the longer the mask is used the more components are transferred to the skin surface. These, in turn, form a thin polymer protective film in the sites of contact with skin surfaces that enhances the overall positive effect of the product.

[0281] Place the prepared product in an individual hermetically sealed pack and store at room temperature for 3 years. Control the product at the end of the storage period.

[0282] Activity testing of the main components has shown that the antiviral and antimicrobial activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin is reduced by 7% and 4%, respectively, in comparison with the initial one.

Example 15. Sanitary-Hygienic Product on a Paper Basis

[0283] This example differs from Example 11 by use of a one-layer low density cellulose paper as the basis.

[0284] Perform the activity test as described in Example 11. Dry the product the airflow up to residual moisture of 7% wt.

[0285] The activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin is 5000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 0.5 U/cm.sup.2, respectively.

[0286] Test the antiviral activity of the product as follows: cut a test sample of a size of 100 cm.sup.2, fold it into a loose roll and place in a container with 10 ml of purified water. Stir the sample for 15 minutes and then remove it from the solution. Use a forceps. Filter the resulting solution through a blue ribbon paper to remove large residues of paper detached from the sample base. Sterilize the solution by passing it through a 0.22-m filter. Perform further testing as described in Example 1.

[0287] Make dry disposable handkerchiefs, disposable dry wipes and paper towels of the product obtained. The test results have shown a compliance with the abovementioned levels of activity.

[0288] The product is used for wiping skin and can be utilized through a household sewage.

[0289] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 16. Sanitary-Hygienic Product

[0290] Prepare the product as described in Example 15. Package the obtained paper napkins both individually or in packs, 100 items each.

[0291] The activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin in the product is 20000 IU/g and 2 U/g, respectively.

Example 17. Medical Product (Sponge)

[0292] When producing a sponge, apply the thermostable composition on extruded cellulose substrate. Use porous, semi-rigid cutting sheets with dimensions (5001000) mm as the substrate and cut them into pieces after application of the thermostable composition.

[0293] The prepared product represents a sterile hard fibrous hydrophilic sponge of a size of 55 cm and thickness from 2 to 7 mm for topical application. It may be packaged individually or in packs, 5, 10, 20 or more items each. The activity of interferon gamma and lysostaph in the product is 5000 IU/g and 0.5 U/g, respectively.

[0294] The product possesses biocidal activity and may be used for treatment of skin, in particular skin with staphylococcal or herpes lesions. In light cases of skin lesions, the product can be used alone or in combination with medicines for external application. The product may be fixed with a bandage or adhesive plaster.

[0295] The product has good moisture absorbing capacity. After moistening with water or biological fluids at the site of contact with skin lesions, it forms a stable protective film, from which the active components are gradually released. This increases topical effect of the product. The test results have shown a compliance with the abovementioned levels of activity.

[0296] If necessary, the residues of the protective film can be easily removed from the skin. The product does not cause a local reaction. It is not allergenic. The shelf life of the product is 3 years when stored in a dry place.

Example 18. Sanitary Product (Wipe)

[0297] Cut the sanitary-hygienic product obtained as described in Example 13 into pieces of a size of 4040 cm.

[0298] Modify the efficiency analysis procedure as follows:

[0299] Make a mark of the sterile surface of a size of 1010 cm.sup.2. Use 4 dilutions of the test microorganism in 12 squares. Then mark 6 more squares of the same area. Apply the dilutions of the test microorganism with a cotton tampon attached to a wooden stick. Preliminary wet the tampon in cell suspension. Leave the dilutions for drying (no visible traces of moisture should be noticed).

[0300] Fold the wipe twice and wipe of the squares with different dilutions. Do not press the wipe strongly. Each square should be treated only once with one pleat of the folded wipe.

[0301] Expose the squares for 10 min after wiping and place then the remaining microorganisms to Petri dishes by a fingerprinting method.

[0302] Infect the remaining squares with Staphylococcus reference strain. Do not wipe the squares. Use a fingerprinting method to transfer the microorganisms from the test surface to Petri dishes with a culture medium. Place the dilution of microorganisms with a cotton tampon attached to a wooden stick directly onto Petri dishes to determine the level of the initial infection of squares on the test surface. Preliminary moisten the tampon with the culture liquid of the test strain.

[0303] It has been found that antimicrobial effect of the wipes when used on the test surfaces provides almost 100% disinfection of the surfaces in all tests. This is due to the fact that poorly attached microorganisms are mechanically removed from the surfaces and fall into the depth of the wipe fabric where they die; better attached microorganism lose their viability due to lysostaphin action. The used wipes do not become a source of secondary contamination and do not require special utilization measures. Test results correspond to the abovementioned activity levels.

[0304] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 19. Sanitary-Hygienic Wet Product

[0305] Use a cotton fabric as a substrate. Apply the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 1 to the fabric sample (200 mg of the composition per 1 square cm of the fabric). Placed the fabric sample horizontally, dry it preliminary in ambient conditions for 24 h and roll with a hard rubber roller.

[0306] The prepared wet product contains interferon gamma and lysostaphin of the activity of 4000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 0.4 U/cm.sup.2, respectively.

[0307] Stop drying when the residual moisture content is 15% by weight. Test results have shown a compliance with the abovementioned activity levels.

[0308] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 20. Sanitary-Hygienic Wet Product

[0309] Use the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 1. Use a mixed fabric containing 60% cotton and 40% synthetic fibers as the substrate.

[0310] Use the following additional components to prepare a filling agent: 20 g of carboxymethylcellulose, 10 g of sodium alginate and 0.5 g of sodium benzoate. Use water as a solvent in an amount of 100 ml. Prepare the solution at room temperature with periodic stirring for 30 minutes until the filling agent is completely swollen.

[0311] The obtained filler has a gel-like structure. Prepare the filler in a water bath at 50 C. to preserve its mobility. Apply the filler base to a fabric consisting of cellulose and viscose fibers as described in Example 13. In contrast to the procedure described in Example 13, apply the filler with a rubber roller and at a temperature of about 40 C. Wring out the obtained filler and dry to a moisture content of 20% by weight.

[0312] Activity of gamma interferon and lysostaphin is 16000 IU/cm.sup.2 and 1.6 U/cm.sup.2, respectively.

[0313] The product is intended for topical use either alone or with fixing materials, e.g. medical bandage or another suitable product for skin attachment. The product forms a stable biologically safe film on the skin surface. This leads to even more pronounced disinfecting effect compared to the product for wiping. Test results correspond to the abovementioned activity levels. Shelf life of the product is 3 years if stored in a hermetic package.

Example 21. Disposable Absorbent Product

[0314] Cut the sanitary-hygienic product prepared as described in of Example 11 into pieces of a size of 2020 cm. Add cotton to the product and fold it with the edges being inside the product. Do not unfold the product when using.

[0315] At the same time, the ratio cotton:product should be 5:1 by weight.

[0316] Use the product for topical application.

[0317] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

[0318] Use the product to remove large quantities of liquids of natural or biological origin, in particular for removal of exudates.

Example 22. Disposable Absorbent Product (Tampon)

[0319] Use medical hygroscopic cotton as moisture absorbing filler. Treat the cotton preliminary to increase fiber density. Weigh 5 g of cotton and make a tampon by a mechanical way. Place cotton inside the sanitary hygienic product as described in Example 11. Tightly wrap the tampon with four layers of the sanitary hygienic product. Fold the edges of the fabric inside the tampon and fixed them with a thread to prevent spontaneous opening. The ratio of the cotton and the product is 10:3 by weight.

Example 23. Disposable Hygienic Product (Hygienic Liner)

[0320] Prepare a disposable hygienic product as described in Example 22. Make a liner in the form of rectangle of a size of 46 cm and a thickness of 1 cm. Make a pattern of the product as described in Example 12 to obtain an easy-to-use hygienic liner with wings. Then place a cotton tampon inside the pattern, fold the edges and stitch them mechanically. As an option, use glue to attach the edges. The weight-to-weight ratio of cotton and the liner is 9:2.

Example 24. Disposable Hygienic Product (Daily Liner)

[0321] Prepare a disposable hygienic product as described in Example 22. Treat preliminary a cotton filler with a flavoring agent. The thickness of the cotton absorbent filler should be 0.5 cm. Before applying the sample on the pattern described in Example 12, place a semisynthetic semipermeable unwoven material on both sides of the cotton absorbent liner to prevent the discharge of moisture. The weight-to-weight ratio of cotton and the product is 5:2.

[0322] Place the product into a polyethylene film packs, 10 items each.

[0323] The product can be adapted for different conditions of use by adjustment of the thickness of moisture-absorbing layer. Addition of silica gel and unwoven materials with adhesive layer for attachment of the product to clothes might be beneficial for consumer properties of the product.

Example 25. Skin Care Product

[0324] In order to obtain the claimed skin care product prepare a cosmetically acceptable base containing (mass %):

TABLE-US-00022 vegetable oil 12 stearate 2 4.2 stearate 21 4.2 cetyl stearyl alcohol 3.1 glycerol 4 propylene glycol 3.5 lanoline 6 mixture of vitamines A and E 1.3 cacao butter 4.2 preservative 2 vanilla flavor 0.3 water up to 100

[0325] Mix the obtained cosmetically acceptable base in the amount of 100 g with 50 g of the thermostable composition with interferon gamma and lysostaphin activity of 100,000 IU/g and 100 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 3.

[0326] Pack the end product representing a cosmetic face mask into suitable containers (for example, tubes), seal them and attach labels.

[0327] The obtained product has an activity of interferon gamma 500 IU/g, and that of lysostaphin 0.05 U/g.

[0328] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 26. Skin Care Product

[0329] Prepare the product using the thermostable composition containing interferon and lysostaphin of the activity of 500.000 IU/g and 50 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 1.

[0330] 1 g of the product contains:

TABLE-US-00023 thermostable composition 4 mg spermacet 100 mg sodium benzoate 0.1 mg sodium chloride 0.3 mg beta-carotene 0.2 mg vaseline 10 mg lanoline 190 mg cacao butter 700 mg.

[0331] The obtained product has the activity of interferon gamma 2000 IU/g, and that of lysostaphin 50 U/g.

[0332] The product formulated as a cream can be used for hygienic, preventive and revitalizing skin care in case of inflammation, purulent skin or furuncles. The product does not cause side effect, it is not toxic, has biocidal effect and is beneficial for skin texture.

[0333] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 27. Skin Care Product

[0334] Use the thermostable composition containing 500,000 IU/g of interferon gamma and 50 U/g of lysostaphin as described in Example 1 to prepare the product in the form of gel. Prepare a filler substrate containing 20 g of carboxymethylcellulose, 10 g of sodium alginate and 0.05 g of sodium benzoate as additional component. Use water in an amount of 100 ml as a solvent. Prepare the solution at room temperature with periodic stirring for 30 minutes until the filler substrate is completely swollen. Then add 1 mg of the thermostable composition to 1 g of the filler. The obtained product should represent a dense gel.

[0335] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 500 IU/g and 0.05 U/g, respectively.

[0336] The cosmetic gel forms a thin biodegradable film that gradually releases active ingredients throughout the contact period on the surface of the treated skin. The components used have good biodegradability, exhibit hemostatic, absorbing and other therapeutic properties that makes the gel on the base of them attractable for preventive and hygienic skin care.

[0337] The product can be used for hygienic, preventive and health-improving skin care for humans and animals with inflammation, suppuration, furunculosis and other manifestations of bacterial infection.

[0338] The product is safe for humans and animals.

[0339] Application instruction: use a dispenser to squeeze out the product on a spatula (or cotton tampon) and evenly distribute it on problematic areas of the skin. Use as needed, but at least 2 times a day. Duration of the course is from 2 to 3 weeks.

[0340] Assess the efficacy of the product as described in Example 1. Test results should show the compliance of the activity levels.

[0341] Package the obtained gel into 10-, 25- and 50-g vials. Shelf life of the gel is 3 years.

Example 28. Skin Care Product

[0342] Use gelatin, agar-agar, tragant and starch in a quantity of 3 g, 2 g, 1 g and 2 g, respectively, to prepare an acceptable cosmetic substrate in the form of jelly. Add the dry substances to the previously prepared aqueous glycerol mixture consisting of 30 ml of glycerin and 50 ml of purified water under constant stirring. Then add 0.1 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example to 1/10 part of the prepared substrate and mix them. Then add the remaining aqueous glycerol mixture and mix again. As a result, 100 ml of the prepared jelly should be obtained.

[0343] Package the product in 25-g jars.

[0344] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 500 IU/g and 0.05 U/g, respectively.

[0345] The obtained product can be used for cosmetic purposes to treat skin with minor inflammatory foci, acne and other skin defects.

[0346] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 29. Skin Care Product

[0347] Prepare water/glycerol mixture comprising 30 parts of glycerol and 50 parts of purified water to obtain a suitable cosmetic substrate in the form of gel. Weigh 2 g of PEG40, 3 g of gelatin and 5 g of carboxymethylcellulose. Add the dry substances to the previously prepared mixture under constant stirring. Then add 0.3 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 1. Mix thoroughly. Package the obtained cosmetic jelly in 25-g jars.

[0348] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 1500 IU/g and 0.15 U/g, respectively.

[0349] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 30. Skin Care Product

[0350] Weigh 3 g of carbopol ultrez-21, 5 g of sorbite, 5 g of mannitol, 5 g of cosmetic lavitol 5 g, 2 g of sea buckthorn seed oil to prepare a cosmetic product in the form of mask. Use 100 ml of water as a solvent. Add 0.1 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 to the obtained solution. Package the end product in individual packs, 20 items each.

[0351] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 2000 IU/g and 0.2 U/g, respectively.

[0352] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

[0353] The product obtained is intended for application on face skin for 15-60 minutes. It effectively softens a face skin, enhances antiviral immunity at a cell level, kills microorganisms and cleans cutaneous pores. It also has softening effect.

Example 31. Sanitary-Hygienic Product in the Form of Spray

[0354] Weigh 200 g of trehalose, 4 g of potassium sorbate, 30 g of PEG400 and dissolve each sample in a separate container in 0.5 l water. Use a magnetic stirrer for mixing. Pour 5 l of water into the reactor and subsequently dissolve the ingredients. Stir the solution for at least 10 minutes. pH should be 6.0. Use triethanolamine to adjust pH of the solution. Dilute 10 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 in a small volume of water and add to the solution in the reactor. Avoid foaming. Then add 5 mg of lemon oil. Use water to bring the solution volume to 10.0 liters. After 10 minutes, turn off the reactor stirrer.

[0355] After sterilizing filtration, pour the product into vials supplied with a sprayer.

[0356] The product is applied as aerosol for spraying surfaces with high probability of dessimination with bacterial pathogenic microflora and skin surface, which requires special purity and additional protection from contamination. Shelf life of the product is not less than 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0357] The resulting spray is used for intensive hygienic, preventive and health-improving skin care for animals with severe inflammation, suppuration, furunculosis and other manifestations of bacterial infection. It is used by aerosol spraying of the product on the skin of the animal Use the product as needed at least 2 times a day. Duration of the course is from 2 to 3 weeks.

[0358] Also, the product can be used for intensive hygienic and preventive care for clothes to reduce the risk of infection and development of various inflammations and infectious diseases in humans wearing the infected clothes.

[0359] Application instruction: spray the product onto the clothes.

[0360] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 500 IU/g and 0.05 U/g, respectively.

[0361] 1 ml of the product contains:

TABLE-US-00024 thermostable composition 1 mg trehalose 20 mg triethanolamine to adjust pH to 6.0 potassium sorbate 0.4 mg PEG400 3 mg lemon oil 0.5 mg water up to 1 ml.

Example 32. Sanitary-Hygienic Product in the Form of Spray

[0362] Prepare samples of 500 g trehalose, 150 g potassium sorbate, 150 g PEG 400 and dissolve each sample in a separate container in 0.5 l water. Use a magnetic stirrer for mixing. Pour 5 l of into the reactor, then subsequently introduce the dissolved ingredients. Stir the solution for at least 10 minutes. pH should be 7.0. Use triethanolamine to adjust pH. Add 500 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2. Avoid foaming Add 5 mg of peppermint oil. Then adjust the volume to 10.0 l with water. After 10 minutes, turn off the reactor stirrer.

[0363] After sterilizing filtration, pour the product into vials supplied with a sprayer.

[0364] The product is applied as aerosol for spraying surfaces with high probability of dessimination with bacterial pathogenic microflora and skin surface, which requires special purity and additional protection from contamination. Shelf life of the product is not less than 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0365] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 100000 IU/g and 10 U/g, respectively.

[0366] The product has the following composition:

TABLE-US-00025 thermostable composition 50 mg trehalose 50 mg triethanolamine to provide pH 7.0 potassium sorbate 15 mg PEG 400 15 mg peppermint oil 1.5 mg water up to 1 ml.

Example 33. Sanitary-Hygienic Product for Surface Treatment

[0367] Use the thermostable composition prepared as in Example 1 to prepare the product. The thermostable composition should contain interferon gamma and lysostaphin with the activity of 500.000 IU of and 50 U, respectively. Use 10 g of carboxymethylcellulose, 2 g of sodium alginate and 0.05 g of sodium benzoate to prepare a filling base. Use water in the amount of 100 ml as a solvent. Prepare the solution at room temperature with periodic stirring for 30 minutes until the filler is completely swollen.

[0368] Put the prepared gel into 10-, 25- and 50-gram jars.

[0369] Shelf life of the gel is 3 years.

[0370] Assess antimicrobial activity of the prepared gel as described in Example 13. The initial antimicrobial activity of the hygienic product should make 0.05 U/ml.

[0371] Use four samples of the hygienic product, 1 ml each, to control the antiviral activity as described in Example 1. The initial antiviral activity of the product should be 500 IU/ml.

[0372] The final antiviral activity of the product after 3 years of storage under standard conditions corresponds to that described in Examples 1-4.

[0373] The product is sufficiently fluid and after drying it forms a thin, relatively strong polymer film that provides prolonged release of the active ingredients. If needed, the film can be easily removed from the surfaces with water.

Example 34. Clothes Conditioner

[0374] Use the thermostable composition with the activity of 1,000,000 IU/g for interferon gamma and 100 U/g for lysostaphin described in Example 3 to prepare the conditioner.

[0375] Use the following components (per 1 ml of the product)

TABLE-US-00026 thermostable composition 10 mg sodium benzoate 0.4 mg carboxymethyl cellulose 5 mg TWIN 205 mg EDTA 0.02 mg water up to 1 ml.

[0376] Liquid formulation that provides better dispersion is preferable. The product can be delivered with a dosage device, e.g. sprayer.

[0377] Activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin is 10000 IU/ml and 1 U/ml, respectively.

[0378] The clothes conditioner proposed in the invention should be used in a rinsing process without use of agents containing ionic detergents. Before application, the conditioner is diluted with water. The clothes thus treated is efficient when skin is infected with staphylococcus.

[0379] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 35. Clothes Conditioner

[0380] According to the invention, the conditioner should be used in a rinsing process without use of agents containing ionic detergents. Before application, the conditioner is diluted in aqueous solution.

[0381] Use the thermostable composition with the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin 2.000.000 IU/g and 200 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 2.

[0382] Use the following components (per 1 ml of the product):

TABLE-US-00027 thermostable composition 1 mg sodium benzoate 0.6 mg carboxymethyl cellulose 5 mg TWIN 803 mg EDTA 0.02 mg water remaining

[0383] In the product the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin is 2000 IU/g and 0.2 U/ml, respectively.

Example 36. Condom Lubricant

[0384] Use the thermostable composition with the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin 500.000 IU/g and 50 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 1 to prepare the product.

[0385] Dissolve the components to prepare the product. Add the components to a hydrophilic base comprising a mixture of polyethylene glycol 400 and polyethylene oxide 4000. Sterilize by autoclaving. Then add the thermostable composition and mix the solution. Package the product into suitable containers (for example, tubes), seal the containers and label them.

[0386] Take the components in the following ratio (per 1 g of the product):

TABLE-US-00028 thermostable composition 0.01 mg polyethylene glycol 400 500 mg polyethylene oxide 4000 400 mg glycerol 100 mg dimethyl sulfoxide 0.002 mg EDTA 0.002 mg.

[0387] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 5 IU/g and 0.0005 U/g, respectively.

[0388] The product is recommended for prevention of staphylococcal infections and sexually transmitted diseases.

Example 37. Condom Lubricant

[0389] Use the thermostable composition with the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin 1000000 IU/g and 100 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 1 to prepare the product.

[0390] Mix the components and sterilize by autoclaving. Then add the thermostable composition and mix. Package the product into suitable containers (for example, tubes), seal the containers and label them.

[0391] Take the components in the following ratio (per 1 g of the product):

TABLE-US-00029 thermostable composition 0.05 mg farnesol 0.00001 mg glycerol 100 mg lanoline 600 mg dimethyl sulfoxide 0.002 mg cacao butter 300 mg vitamin E 0.0l mg EDTA 0.002 mg.

[0392] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 5 IU/g and 0.0005 U/g, respectively.

[0393] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

[0394] The product is recommended for prevention of sexually transmitted diseases.

Example 38. Medicinal Product for Treatment of Skin Infections in the Form of Ointment

[0395] Use the thermostable composition with the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin 2000000 IU/g and 200 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 1 to prepare the product.

[0396] Take the components in the following ratio (per 1 g of the product):

TABLE-US-00030 thermostable composition 10 mg spermacet 100 mg sodium benzoate 0.1 Mg sodium chloride 5 mg Vaseline 150 mg lanoline 555 mg cacao butter 150 mg.

[0397] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 20.000 IU/g and 2 U/g, respectively.

[0398] The product is used for skin treatment in case of inflammation, suppuration, furunculosis. The product does not cause side effects and is not toxic.

[0399] Shelf life of the product is 3 years.

Example 39. Medicinal Product for Treatment of Skin Infections in the Form of Gel

[0400] The product in the form of gel is used to treat inflammation, suppuration, furunculosis and other manifestations of skin bacterial infection.

[0401] Use the thermostable composition with the activity of interferon gamma and lysostaphin 500.000 IU/g and 50 U/g, respectively, as described in Example 1 to prepare the product.

[0402] Use 20 g of carboxymethylcellulose, 10 g of sodium alginate and 0.05 g of sodium benzoate to prepare a filling substrate. Use water in amount 100 ml as a solvent. Add the thermostable composition in the amount of 10 mg per 1 g of gel. Prepare the solution at room temperature, mix it with periodic stirring for 30 minutes until the filling substrate is completely swollen. Package the prepared gel into 10-, 25- and 50-g jars.

[0403] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 5.000 IU/g and 0.5 U/g, respectively.

[0404] Application instruction: use a dispenser to squeeze out the product on a spatula or cotton tampon and distribute in evenly on the problematic areas of skin. Use as needed, but at least 2 times a day. Duration of the course is from 2 to 3 weeks.

[0405] Shelf life of the gel is 3 years.

Example 40. Medicinal Product for Treatment of Skin Infections in the Form of Spray

[0406] Dissolve 200 g trehalose, 4 g potassium sorbate, 30 g PEG400 in 51 of water. Stir for at least 10 minutes. pH should be 6.0. Use triethanolamine to adjust pH. Dissolve 2.5 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 in a small volume of water and introduce the solution into the reactor. Avoid foaming. Then adjust the volume to 10.0 l with water. After 10 minutes, turn off the reactor stirrer.

[0407] After sterilizing filtration, pour the product into vials supplied with a spraying device.

[0408] Use the product by aerosol spraying on the skin surface.

[0409] Shelf life of the product is at least 3 years when stored at room temperature.

[0410] The product in the form of spray is used to treat inflammation, suppuration, furunculosis and other manifestations of skin bacterial infection.

[0411] Use as needed, but at least 2 times a day. Duration of the course is from 2 to 3 weeks.

[0412] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 5.000 IU/g and 0.5 U/g, respectively.

[0413] Use the components in the following ratio per 1 ml of the product:

TABLE-US-00031 thermostable composition 2.5 mg trehalose 20 mg triethanolamine to provide pH 6.0 potassium sorbate 0.4 mg PEG400 3 mg water up to 1 ml

Example 41. Lyophilized Product for Preparation of Intranasal Solution

[0414] Pour 500 ml of water into a container with a stirring device. Add sodium hydrophosphate dodecahydrate in the amount of 2.19 g, sodium dihydrophosphate dihydrate in the amount of 0.6 g, polyglukin in the amount of 12 g, trehalose in the amount of 1 g. Mix and measure pH, which should be 7.0. Add 10 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 into the container with dissolved ingredients and mix.

[0415] Use water to adjust the solution to 1 l and stir for 15 minutes. Avoid foaming Filter the prepared solution through the filters with a pore size of 0.45 m and 0.2 m and aseptically pour into neutral glass vials with a filling dose of 1 ml. Freeze the mixture at minus 40 C. and dry for 36 hours. Seal the vials with rubber stoppers and aluminum caps.

[0416] The product represents a lyophilized hygroscopic white powder. pH of one gram of the product dissolved in 5 ml of water should be 7.0.

[0417] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 20.000 IU/g and 2 U/g, respectively.

[0418] The product contains components in the following ratio:

TABLE-US-00032 Thermostable composition 10 mg sodium hydrophosphate dodecahydrate 2.19 mg sodium dihydrophosphate dihydrate 0.6 mg polyglucin 12 mg trehalose 1 mg.

[0419] The lyophilized product can be stored at a temperature of +25 C. for 5 years. Control the stability of the product during storage. After 5 years, lysostaphin activity should be 92% of the initial.

Example 42. Medicinal Product in the Form of Intranasal Spray

[0420] Pour 500 ml of water into a container with a stirring device. Add 1.35 g of sodium hydrophosphate dodecahydrate, 0.98 g of sodium dihydrophosphate dihydrate, 30 g of PEG 400, 30 mg of sodium chloride, 1.5 g of sorbitol, 0.3 g of sodium benzoate, 20 g of glycerol. Stir the mixture and measure pH, which should be 6.6. Dissolve 50 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 in a small volume of water, add the solution into the container with dissolved ingredients and mix.

[0421] Avoid foaming After 5 minutes, adjust the volume to 1.0 L with water. Stir for 5 minutes.

[0422] After sterilizing filtration, package the product is packaged in 5- and 50-ml vials with a spraying device.

[0423] The product represents a colorless liquid. Light opalescence is possible.

[0424] In the obtained product the activity of recombinant interferon gamma human and lysostaphin is 100.000 IU/g and 10 U/g, respectively.

[0425] The product is not toxic and does not cause side effects.

[0426] Use 3-5 times as needed, but at least 3 times a day.

[0427] 1 ml of the product contains the components in the following ratio:

TABLE-US-00033 thermostable composition 50 mg sodium chloride 0.3 mg sorbitol 1.5 mg sodium benzoate 0.3 mg PEG400 30 mg glycerol 20 mg water up to 1 ml.

[0428] Shelf life of the product is at least 3 years when stored at room temperature.

Example 43. Medicinal Product in the Form of Suppository

[0429] Place 3 g of Tween 80, 15.5 g of polyethylene oxide 400 into a homogenizer and mixed until completely homogenized, then add 0.01 g of ethylenediaminetetraacetic disodium salt and mix until completely dissolved. Then add 0.5 g of zinc sulfate monohydrate and homogenize thoroughly. Add 1 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 2 in small portions to the homogenate and heat to 48-50 C. Pour 0.2 ml of purified water to the obtained homogeneous suspension under stirring. Mix the homogenate thoroughly and pour gradually into 130 g of melted polyethylene oxide 1500 under thorough mixing. Pour the obtained product quickly into a contour cell blister pack No. 5. 100 suppositories with a weight of 1.5 g are obtained, each containing interferon gamma and lysostaphin of the activity of 20.000 IU and 2 U, respectively.

Example 44. Medicinal Product in the Form of Suppository

[0430] Mix a stabilizer butyloxytoluene with dimethylsulfoxide and Tween-80 to prepare 150 g of the mixture. Combine the homogenate with the mixture of melted confectionery fat and paraffin in a ratio of 8:1 (lipophilic base) and add 0.5 g of the thermostable composition prepared as described in Example 3. Pour the mixture into suppository molds, cool it and package.

[0431] The components are taken in the following ratio (per 1 g of the mixtue):

TABLE-US-00034 thermostable composition 3.3 mg butylhydroxytoluene 0.0006 g dimethyl sulfoxide 0.5 g TWIN-80 0.004 g substrate remaining

[0432] Prepare 100 suppositories with a weight of 1.5 g, each containing interferon gamma and lysostaphin with the activity of 5000 IU and 0.5 U, respectively.