Abstract: A composition for application to the skin can stimulate the in vivo synthesis of collagen and proteoglycans and improve the appearance of the skin, increasing its elasticity and fullness. In general, a composition according to the present invention comprises: (1) an antioxidant compound in a quantity sufficient to enhance collagen synthesis in the skin; (2) an organic penetrant in which the antioxidant compound is soluble in a sufficient quantity that a concentration of the antioxidant compound sufficient to enhance collagen synthesis can be applied topically and penetrate the skin; (3) a mixture of essential amino acids or hydrolyzed whey protein; (4) a supplemental source of sulfur; and (5) a topical pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The antioxidant compound can be lipoic acid or a lipoic acid analogue or derivative. The organic penetrant is preferably benzyl alcohol. Other ingredients, such as esters of tocopherol and ascorbic acid, can be included.

Abstract: A composition for application to the skin can stimulate the in vivo synthesis of collagen and proteoglycans and improve the appearance of the skin, increasing its elasticity and fullness. In general, a composition according to the present invention comprises: (1) an antioxidant compound in a quantity sufficient to enhance collagen synthesis in the skin; (2) an organic penetrant in which the antioxidant compound is soluble in a sufficient quantity that a concentration of the antioxidant compound sufficient to enhance collagen synthesis can be applied topically and penetrate the skin; (3) a mixture of essential amino acids; (4) a supplemental source of sulfur; and (5) a topical pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The antioxidant compound can be lipoic acid, a lipoic acid analogue or derivative, a bioflavonoid, a constituent of ginkgo, or an isoflavone. The organic penetrant is preferably benzyl alcohol. Other ingredients, such as esters of tocopherol and ascorbic acid, can be included.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for promoting tissue repair and regeneration. The invention provides a fusion polypeptide useful for targeting tissues for regeneration and methods of use therefore.

Abstract: This invention provides a novel medical appliance for repairing, regenerating, maintaining, and/or augmenting a bone. The medical appliance generally includes an osteoinductive agent, an osteoinductive enhancer, and a carrier matrix. Also disclosed are methods, compositions, kits, and bone matrix formulations for regenerating, maintaining, and/or augmenting a bone. Exemplary preferred osteoinductive agents include growth factors such as BMP and TGF-?. Exemplary preferred osteoinductive enhancers include phytoestrogens such as naringin.

Abstract: An improved composition for treatment of the skin comprises: (1) methionine and cysteine in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin; (2) a mixture of essential amino acids in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin, the mixture comprising isoleucine, leucine, lysine, phenylalanine, threonine, tryptophan, valine, histidine, and arginine; (3) at least one antioxidant in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin; (4) at least one cross-linking agent in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin; (5) at least one metallic catalyst in a quantity sufficient to accelerate restoration of the integrity and fullness of the skin; (6) at least one transepidermal delivery agent in a quantity sufficient to promote delivery of the composition to the skin; and (7) a topical pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A composition for application to the skin can stimulate the in vivo synthesis of collagen and proteoglycans and improve the appearance of the skin, increasing its elasticity and fullness. In general, a composition according to the present invention comprises: (1) an antioxidant compound in a quantity sufficient to enhance collagen synthesis in the skin; (2) an organic penetrant in which the antioxidant compound is soluble in a sufficient quantity that a concentration of the antioxidant compound sufficient to enhance collagen synthesis can be applied topically and penetrate the skin; (3) a mixture of essential amino acids; (4) a supplemental source of sulfur; and (5) a topical pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The antioxidant compound can be lipoic acid, a lipoic acid analogue or derivative, a bioflavonoid, a constituent of ginkgo, or an isoflavone. The organic penetrant is preferably benzyl alcohol. Other ingredients, such as esters of tocopherol and ascorbic acid, can be included.

Abstract: An improved antifungal composition for topical application to the skin and nails comprises: (1) an allylamine antifungal compound; (2) an aliphatic alcohol substituted with an aromatic substituent in which the allylamine antifungal compound is soluble to a degree that a therapeutically effective concentration of the allylamine antifungal compound can be applied topically in solution; (3) a lower aliphatic alcohol in which the aromatic alcohol is soluble; and (d) water or a water-compatible solvent mixture. The allylamine antifungal compound can be terbinafine or naftifine. The aliphatic alcohol substituted with an aromatic substituent can be benzyl alcohol or phenethyl alcohol. The lower aliphatic alcohol can be ethyl alcohol or isopropyl alcohol. In an alternative, the composition can further comprise an additional antifungal compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for promoting tissue repair and regeneration. The invention provides a fusion polypeptide useful for targeting tissues for regeneration and methods of use therefore.

Abstract: An anti-fungal nail lacquer composition containing a film-forming agent, a solvent therefore, and an anti-fungal amount of griseofulvin which can be either in suspension or solution in the nail lacquer composition. A method of using the anti-fungal nail lacquer composition includes applying the composition to a finger or toenail and allowing the composition to remain in contact with the nail until the solvents evaporate and a thin film of griseofulvin remains on the nail.