| abstract |
A bactericidal composition containing a hydrogen peroxide forming enzyme, particularly glucose oxidase and peroxidase, especially lactoperoxidase, a thiocyanate and lysozyme. During use hydrogen peroxide is generated which under the influence of the peroxidase converts the thiocyanate into hypothiocyanate (OSCN<->) attenuating bacteria in such a manner that they are lysed by the lysozyme. The composition is particularly appropriate in prophylaxis and treatment of gingivitis and paradentosis, in which cases it is used locally, e.g. applied as impregnating agent on tooth picks. |