ELASTOMERIC ARTICLES WITH BENEFICIAL COATING ON SKIN-CONTAINING SURFACE

摘要

Disclosed is an elastomeric article, such as an elastomeric glove, for example, that includes a coating on the skin-contacting surface of the article. The coating includes a carrier which may separate from the article at expected use conditions and may help to lubricate the skin. The coating also includes an additive which may provide a clinical benefit to the skin. The additive may be an emollient, a humectant, an anti-oxidant, or some other clinically beneficial additive.