Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 23
Claim 1
Independent Claim
70 words
A filtrate composition for use in dialysis via the colon, comprising: a vasodilator a high molecular weight protein being present in a sufficient amount to effect osmotic pressure to achieve diffusion of elements across the large intestine membrane into the filtrate and having a sufficient molecular weight such that it is not readily absorbed in the colonic mucosa; and mineral constituents for maintaining proper serum levels in the large intestine.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
70 words
A filtrate composition for use in dialysis via the colon, comprising: a vasodilator a high molecular weight protein being present in a sufficient amount to effect osmotic pressure to achieve diffusion of elements across the large intestine membrane into the filtrate and having a sufficient molecular weight such that it is not readily absorbed in the colonic mucosa; and mineral constituents for maintaining proper serum levels in the large intestine.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
11 words
The composition according to claim 1, wherein the vasodilator is niacin.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
14 words
The composition according to claim 1, wherein the high molecular weight protein is casein.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
30 words
The composition according to claim 1, wherein the mineral constituents are selected from the group consisting of sodium chloride, potassium gluconate, magnesium citrate, calcium lactate, ferrous citrate and zinc citrate.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
10 words
The composition according to claim 1, further comprising ascorbic acid.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
10 words
The composition according to claim 1, further comprising lemon bioflavinoids.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
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The composition according to claim 1, further comprising rutin.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
9 words
The composition according to claim 1, further comprising hesperidin.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
9 words
The composition according to claim 1, further comprising acerola.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
22 words
The composition according to claim 1, further comprising sodium bicarbonate and glucuronic acid to maintain a buffered pH of about 7.38 pH.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
56 words
A filtrate composition for use in dialysis via the colon, comprising: electrolytes for establishing electrolyte concentrations; buffers for maintaining acid-base equilibrium; and a high molecular weight osmotic agent being present in a sufficient amount for removing nitrogenous waste, said agent having a sufficient molecular weight such that it is not readily absorbed in the colonic mucosa.
Claim 13
Dependent Claim
56 words
A filtrate composition for use in dialysis via the colon, comprising: electrolytes for establishing electrolyte concentrations; buffers for maintaining acid-base equilibrium; and a high molecular weight osmotic agent being present in a sufficient amount for removing nitrogenous waste, said agent having a sufficient molecular weight such that it is not readily absorbed in the colonic mucosa.
Claim 14
Dependent Claim
22 words
The composition according to claim 11, wherein the electrolytes are selected from the group consisting of sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium and chloride.
Claim 15
Dependent Claim
19 words
The composition according to claim 11, wherein the buffers are selected from the group consisting of bicarbonate and lactate.
Claim 16
Dependent Claim
23 words
The composition according to claim 11, wherein the high molecular weight osmotic agent is selected from the group consisting of maltodextrin and casein.
Claim 17
Dependent Claim
10 words
The composition according to claim 11, further comprising a vasodilator.
Claim 18
Dependent Claim
23 words
The composition according to claim 11, further including an ammonium binding ingredient selected from the group consisting of activated charcoal and synthetic sorbents.
Claim 19
Dependent Claim
17 words
The composition according to claim 11, further including an ingredient to promote increased creatinine binding and removal.
Claim 20
Dependent Claim
12 words
The composition according to claim 17, wherein the ingredient is zirconium phosphate.
Claim 21
Dependent Claim
11 words
The composition according to claim 11, further including an iontophoretic component.
Claim 22
Dependent Claim
58 words
A filtrate composition for use in dialysis, comprising: a vasodilator; a high molecular weight protein to effect osmotic pressure to achieve diffusion of elements across the large intestine membrane into the filtrate; mineral constituents for maintaining proper serum levels in the large intestine; and sodium bicarbonate and glucuronic acid to maintain a buffered pH of about 7.38 pH.
Claim 23
Dependent Claim
58 words
A filtrate composition for use in dialysis, comprising: a vasodilator; a high molecular weight protein to effect osmotic pressure to achieve diffusion of elements across the large intestine membrane into the filtrate; mineral constituents for maintaining proper serum levels in the large intestine; and sodium bicarbonate and glucuronic acid to maintain a buffered pH of about 7.38 pH.