Two Of The Cyclos Share At Least Three Ring Members (i.e., Bridged) (e.g., Morphinans, Etc.) Patents (Class 514/289)
  • Patent number: 11654103
    Abstract: There is provided a formulation for skin rejuvenation comprising lyophilised umbilical cord plasma comprising at least one active chemokine, at least one growth factor and at least one cytokine; a transdermal carrier; and a liposomal base, wherein at least a portion of the lyophilised umbilical cord plasma and transdermal carrier are contained within liposomes of the liposomal base. There is also provided a dosage form for skin rejuvenation comprising 1-5% (w/w) lyophilised umbilical cord plasma comprising at least one active chemokine, at least one growth factor and at least one cytokine; 85-95% (w/w) polyethylene glycol; and 0.1-2% (w/w) gum acacia.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 1, 2017
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2023
    Inventors: Peter Britton, Andrew French
  • Patent number: 11583510
    Abstract: Provided herein are methods of administering a once-nightly dosage of gamma-hydroxybutyrate after a high-fat meal.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 7, 2022
    Date of Patent: February 21, 2023
    Assignee: Flamel Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Julien Grassot, David Monteith, Hervé Guillard, Claire Mégret, Jean-François Dubuisson
  • Patent number: 11535596
    Abstract: Substituted analogs of dextromethorphan (DM) are disclosed, which are shown to have substantial binding affinity at both NMDA and sigma-1 receptors, and which are degraded by human liver enzymes more slowly than dextromethorphan. The analogs are useful as alternatives to dextromethorphan, and can provide the same benefits without requiring co-administration of a cytochrome P-450 enzyme inhibitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 27, 2022
    Assignee: Center for Neurologic Study
    Inventors: Richard Alan Smith, Darryl C. Rideout, Kathleen J. Myers, Andrew Kawasaki
  • Patent number: 11473123
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to novel morphinan compounds and their derivatives, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and hydrates thereof. This disclosure also provides compositions comprising a compound of this disclosure and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 14, 2020
    Date of Patent: October 18, 2022
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger Tung
  • Patent number: 11439639
    Abstract: Compositions and methods related to the amelioration of pancreatitis through the pharmaceutical manipulation of calcium signaling are disclosed. Such compositions and methods may be used to ameliorate symptoms of acute or chronic pancreatitis or to reduce the chance or severity of pancreatitis in an individual at risk of the condition. In other embodiments, disclosed herein are compositions and methods related to the amelioration of viral diseases through the pharmaceutical manipulation of calcium signaling. In further embodiments, disclosed herein are compositions and methods related to the amelioration of Th17-induced diseases through the pharmaceutical manipulation of calcium signaling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 10, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 13, 2022
    Assignee: CALCIMEDICA, INC.
    Inventors: Gonul Velicelebi, Kenneth Stauderman, Michael Dunn, Jack Roos
  • Patent number: 11382873
    Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having a portion of ketamine for intraoral release and another ketamine for gastrointestinal release. The compositions can further include aspirin. The disclosed formulations and related administration approaches improve the bioavailability and efficacy of oral ketamine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: July 12, 2022
    Assignee: Vitalis Analgesics LLC
    Inventor: Joseph Habboushe
  • Patent number: 11351220
    Abstract: An herbal combination composition can include, herbal extracts, including combinations of: Centella asiatica, licorice, Hyssopus officinalis, Zingiber officinale, Viola odorata, Ziziphus jujuba, Chamomile, and Ocimum tenuiflorum; pharmaceutical compositions, including combinations of: Brompheniramine Maleate, Pseudoephedrine, dextromethorphan, guaifenesin, acetaminophen, phenylephrine, diphenhydramine. The herbal combination composition can further include: polyethylene glycol; propylene glycol; poloxamer 407; ethylenediaminetetraacetic acid; methyl paraben; potassium sorbate; propyl paraben; xanthan gum; sodium citrate, citric acid; anhydrous citric acid; and purified acetate buffered water. Also disclosed is a method for manufacture of an herbal combination composition, including dissolving herbal extracts, adding poloxamer, adding pharmaceutical compositions, adding acetate buffer, adding xanthan gum gel, adding acetate buffer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 3, 2020
    Date of Patent: June 7, 2022
    Inventor: Uwais M. Syed
  • Patent number: 11241425
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the discovery of a novel opioid modulator effective in reducing pharmacologically induced weight gain associated with atypical antipsychotic use. The present invention provides methods of reducing antipsychotic induced weight gain, methods for suppressing food intake and reducing ghrelin levels induced by atypical antipsychotic medications in a patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 15, 2020
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2022
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Daniel R. Deaver, Mark Todtenkopf
  • Patent number: 11229640
    Abstract: Dosage forms, drug delivery systems, and methods related to sustained release of dextromethorphan or improved therapeutic effects are disclosed. Typically, bupropion or a related compound is orally administered to a human being to be treated with, or being treated with, dextromethorphan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2020
    Date of Patent: January 25, 2022
    Assignee: ANTECIP BIOVENTURES II LLC
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Patent number: 11207316
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating depression disease in a patient comprising administering to a mucosal membrane of a patient an effective amount of a pharmaceutically acceptable composition comprising an effective amount of ketamine or dextromethorphan, or both ketamine and dextromethorphan, wherein the mucosal administration of the ketamine or dextromethorphan containing composition allows for the mucosal absorption of the composition eliminating the digestive tract of the patient for effecting a rapid acting antidepressant treatment of the patient. Preferably, this method includes administering the composition to the oral cavity, and more preferably to the buccal cavity, of the patient. A pharmaceutically acceptable composition comprising ketamine or dextromethorphan and a vehicle is disclosed. A biomarker for identifying a depressive disease is set forth. A method of treating depressive illness in a patient using dextromethorphan via the oral route is provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2015
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2021
    Assignee: West Virginia University
    Inventors: Scott Pollard, Patrick Marshalek, Rae Matsumoto
  • Patent number: 11197839
    Abstract: Dosage forms, drug delivery systems, and methods related to sustained release of dextromethorphan or improved therapeutic effects are disclosed. Typically, bupropion or a related compound is orally administered to a human being to be treated with, or being treated with, dextromethorphan.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 4, 2021
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2021
    Assignee: ANTECIP BIOVENTURES II LLC
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Patent number: 11026938
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition contains apomorphine as the active pharmaceutical ingredient, a water-miscible co-solvent, an antioxidant, and water. The solution has a pH greater than 4. The pharmaceutical composition is suitable for parenteral administration for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. The process for the manufacture of the pharmaceutical composition includes weighing the apomorphine and introducing it into a container with the co-solvent and the antioxidant under agitation until complete dissolution takes place.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2021
    Assignee: Britannia Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
    Inventors: Michael Dey, Joel Richard, Marie-Madeleine Baronnet, Nathalie Mondoly, Laurent Bertocchi, Jeremiah Harnett
  • Patent number: 10987327
    Abstract: A method for preventing or treating an autism spectrum disorder in a subject in need thereof may include administering to the subject a composition containing a therapeutically effective amount of a benzoic acid salt and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient thereof. The benzoic acid salt may be administered to the subject in an amount ranging from 100 mg/day to 2000 mg/day.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 4, 2018
    Date of Patent: April 27, 2021
    Assignees: EXCELSIOR PHARMATECH LABS
    Inventors: Hsien-Yuan Lane, Pin-Chen Yang
  • Patent number: 10821109
    Abstract: Compositions and methods related to the amelioration of pancreatitis through the pharmaceutical manipulation of calcium signaling are disclosed. Such compositions and methods may be used to ameliorate symptoms of acute or chronic pancreatitis or to reduce the chance or severity of pancreatitis in an individual at risk of the condition. In other embodiments, disclosed herein are compositions and methods related to the amelioration of viral diseases through the pharmaceutical manipulation of calcium signaling. In further embodiments, disclosed herein are compositions and methods related to the amelioration of Th17-induced diseases through the pharmaceutical manipulation of calcium signaling.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2020
    Assignee: CALCIMEDICA, INC.
    Inventors: Gonul Velicelebi, Kenneth Stauderman, Michael Dunn, Jack Roos
  • Patent number: 10813926
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2020
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Patent number: 10730841
    Abstract: The application describes methods for making a deuterated dextromethorphan of Formula (I), deuterated dextromethorphan produced by these methods, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 3, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 4, 2020
    Assignee: Avanir Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Matt Johnson, Cunxiang Zhao, Weihua Meng, Zhijun Lu, Yan Li
  • Patent number: 10716784
    Abstract: This application describes compounds, compositions, pharmaceutical compositions that can be used in the treatment of, for example, pain and pain related disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 7, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 21, 2020
    Assignee: MINDLAB LLC
    Inventors: Lawrence R. James, Laura A. James
  • Patent number: 10406155
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2018
    Date of Patent: September 10, 2019
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Patent number: 10265273
    Abstract: A dosage form comprising a capsule containing one or more tablets of 5-aminosalicylic acid or a salt thereof as an active ingredient where each of the one or more tablets is enterically coated is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2019
    Assignee: ALLERGAN PHARMACEUTICAL INTERNATIONAL LIMITED
    Inventors: Emma Boyd, Deborah Leigh Caldwell, Catherine Coulter, Ryan Loughlin, Stephen McCullagh
  • Patent number: 10231963
    Abstract: The present application relates methods for treating a depressive symptom comprising administering an effective amount of a ? opioid receptor agonist or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof to a subject in need thereof. Non-limiting examples of such agonist include the compounds of Formulas I, II, III, and IV, as well as the compounds of Table A.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2017
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2019
    Assignee: ALKERMES PHARMA IRELAND LIMITED
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Daniel R. Deaver, David J. Eyerman, Thomas Andrew Wynn
  • Patent number: 10022370
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 14, 2017
    Date of Patent: July 17, 2018
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Patent number: 9974783
    Abstract: The invention relates to treatment of epithelial wounds. In particular, the invention relates to methods and formulations for treating epithelial wounds based on application of an opioid antagonist such as naltrexone.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 11, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 22, 2018
    Assignee: The Penn State Research Foundation
    Inventors: Ian S. Zagon, Patricia J. McLaughlin, Joseph W. Sassani
  • Patent number: 9943514
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the discovery of a novel opioid modulator effective in reducing pharmacologically induced weight gain associated with atypical antipsychotic use. The present invention provides methods of reducing antipsychotic induced weight gain, methods for suppressing food intake and reducing ghrelin levels induced by atypical antipsychotic medications in a patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2016
    Date of Patent: April 17, 2018
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Daniel Deaver, Mark Todtenkopf
  • Patent number: 9895356
    Abstract: Methods of treating a TRPC5 mediated disorder in a subject by administering an effective amount of a TRPC5 antagonist, such as a compound disclosed herein, are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 27, 2015
    Date of Patent: February 20, 2018
    Assignee: Hydra Biosciences, Inc.
    Inventors: Jayhong A. Chong, Christopher Fanger, Magdalene M. Moran, Elisha Singer, Timothy Strassmaier, Howard Ng
  • Patent number: 9694072
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for diagnosing neuroendocrine cancers via detecting the presence of N-methyl D-asparate-associated (NMDA) glutamate receptors type 1 and/or type 2. Methods for preventing and treating neuroendocrine cancers are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: July 4, 2017
    Assignee: Trustees of Dartmouth College
    Inventor: William G. North
  • Patent number: 9656961
    Abstract: The present application relates methods for treating a depressive symptom comprising administering an effective amount of a ? opioid receptor agonist or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof to a subject in need thereof. Non-limiting examples of such agonist include the compounds of Formulas I, II, III, and IV, as well as the compounds of Table A.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: ALKERMES PHARMA IRELAND LIMITED
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Daniel R. Deaver, David J. Eyerman, Thomas Andrew Wynn
  • Patent number: 9655895
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2016
    Date of Patent: May 23, 2017
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Patent number: 9506023
    Abstract: The invention relates to an alcoholic beverage containing between 15 and 150 g/l of a particulate nut material, wherein the nut material has a particle size, preferably bimodal, between 0.05 and 200 ?m and the beverage contains 5 between 0.2 and 1.0 wt. % of a stabiliser comprising microcrystalline cellulose and optionally a soluble and/or anionic polysaccharide such as CMC.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 29, 2016
    Assignee: FrieslandCampina Nederland Holding B.V.
    Inventors: Antonius Johannes Maria Gerrits, Rianne Maria Allegonda Hendrik Van Schaijk
  • Patent number: 9416137
    Abstract: The present application relates to analogues of morphan and morphinan, compositions thereof, and methods for treating a disease or condition comprising administering an effective amount of the compounds or compositions to a subject in need thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2015
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2016
    Assignee: ALKERMES PHARMA IRELAND LIMITED
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Daniel R. Deaver, David J. Eyerman, Thomas Andrew Wynn
  • Patent number: 9370511
    Abstract: The invention relates to a morphinan-derivative that targets NMDA receptors on pancreatic islets and has the general formula (I) wherein R1 is selected from —OH, —CO2H, —R0, —OR0, —OC(?O)R0, —OC(?O)OR0 or —OC(?O)NHR0; and R2 is selected from —H, —R0, —C(?O)R0, —C(?O)OR0, —C(?O)NHR0 or —C(?NH)—NH—C(?NH)—NH2; wherein R0 is in each case independently selected from —C1-C6-alkyl, -aryl, -heteroaryl, —C1-C6-alkyl-aryl or —C1-C6-alkyl-heteroaryl, in each case independently unsubstituted or substituted; or its physiologically acceptable salt and/or stereoisomer, including mixtures thereof in all ratios, for use in the treatment of a disease or condition, where the disease or condition is insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, obesity, and/or diabetic nephropathy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Inventors: Eckhard Lammert, Jan Marquard, Thomas Meissner
  • Patent number: 9314440
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to novel morphinan compounds and their derivatives, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and hydrates thereof. This disclosure also provides compositions comprising a compound of this disclosure and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 17, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2016
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger Tung
  • Patent number: 9308166
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions of pharmaceutical agents in combination with additional pharmaceutical agents in a mixture of polyethylene glycol, polyvinylpyrrolidone, and propylene glycol and a process of making the compositions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 27, 2014
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2016
    Assignee: Pfizer Inc.
    Inventors: Gary Robert Agisim, Robert Alan Friedline, Shivangi Akash Patel, César Iván Sertzen, Vanessa Rose Shepperson
  • Patent number: 9272037
    Abstract: The present invention belongs to the fields of pharmacology, medicine and medicinal chemistry, and provides methods and compositions for treating sexual dysfunction; more particularly, the invention relates to treatment of premature ejaculation in humans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2016
    Assignee: Trinity Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Chandra U. Singh
  • Patent number: 9266837
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 23, 2016
    Assignee: Concert Phamaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Patent number: 9238626
    Abstract: The compounds of formula (I), or its pharmaceutically acceptable salts, or any stereoisomer or mixture thereof, wherein: R1 is a (C1-C2) alkyl radical; R2 and R3 are radicals independently selected from the group consisting of F, CI and methyl R4 is H or OH; A is a birradical selected from the group consisting of —(CH2)n— and —(CH2)-phenyl-(CH2)—; t is an integer from 0 to 1; and n is an integer from 8 to 15, are useful for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 9, 2013
    Date of Patent: January 19, 2016
    Assignees: UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA, PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE CHILE
    Inventors: Diego Muñoz-Torrero López-Ibarra, Nibaldo Manuel Inestrosa Cantín, Elisabet Viayna Gaza, Irene Sola Lao, Santiago Vázquez Cruz
  • Patent number: 9133125
    Abstract: The present application relates to analogs of morphan and morphinan, compositions thereof, and methods for treating a disease or condition comprising administering an effective amount of the compounds or compositions to a subject in need thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: ALKERMES PHARMA IRELAND LIMITED
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Dan Deaver, David Eyerman
  • Patent number: 9108905
    Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein R1, R2, R3, m, and Y are defined in the specification are TRPA1 antagonists. Compositions comprising such compounds and methods for treating conditions and disorders using such compounds and compositions are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 2, 2009
    Date of Patent: August 18, 2015
    Assignee: AbbVie Inc.
    Inventors: Richard J. Perner, Michael E. Kort, Stanley DiDomenico, Jr., Jun Chen, Anil Vasudevan
  • Patent number: 9072711
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to novel morphinan compounds and their derivatives, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and hydrates thereof. This disclosure also provides compositions comprising a compound of this disclosure and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventor: Roger Tung
  • Patent number: 9050330
    Abstract: Methods, compositions and kits for treating a headache in a human patient are provided. The methods comprise intranasally administering to the patient a composition comprising a short-acting local anesthetic, a long-acting local anesthetic and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. A composition useful for practicing the methods of the disclosure is described which comprises a short-acting local anesthetic, a long-acting local anesthetic and a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug, wherein the composition is formulated for intranasal delivery. A kit comprising the composition and an intranasal applicator and a method of systemically delivering the composition to a human patient is also included in the disclosure. The headache-treating effectiveness of a local anesthetic in a Sphenopalatine Ganglion Block (SFGB) is significantly enhanced by coadministering diclofenac.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 6, 2012
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Inventor: Jose C. Ramon-de-Jesus
  • Patent number: 9040552
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of Formula I or II, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters, or prodrugs thereof: which relates to mophinan compounds useful as ?, ? and/or ? receptor opioid compounds and pharmaceuticals containing same that may be useful for mediating analgesia, combating drug addiction, alcohol addiction, drug overdose, mental illness, bladder dysfunctions, neurogenic bladder, interstitial cystitis, urinary incontinence, premature ejaculation, inflammatory pain, peripherally mediated and neuropathic pain, cough, lung edema, diarrhea, cardiac disorders, cardioprotection, depression, and cognitive, respiratory, diarrhea, irritable bowel syndrome and gastro-intestinal disorders, immunomodulation, and anti-tumor agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2012
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Derrick Arnelle, Daniel Deaver, Reginald L. Dean, III, Mark Todtenkopf
  • Publication number: 20150133486
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods administering bupropion or a prodrug thereof in conjunction with dextromethorphan to a human being.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2015
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Publication number: 20150133412
    Abstract: The invention provides a method for evaluating the activity of an agent for treating rhinovirus infection or a symptom thereof, a method of detecting or monitoring rhinovirus infection, and a method of treating rhinovirus infection or a symptom thereof. Various embodiments comprise measuring expression of (i) one or more genes selected from the group consisting of CRY2, B3GAT3, C10ORF95, and BATF3, and (ii) one or more genes selected from the group consisting of RNFT2, BTG4, PSD3, CAPN9, SULT1E1, HEY1, LRRC36, RAB3B, ALDH3B1, FAM134B, FAS, PLSCR1, CLEC2B, HAS2, MX1, SP110, GBP1, IFIT3, IFIT1, CXCL9, CXCL10, and CXCL11, from at least one biological sample to produce a gene expression profile, and comparing the gene expression profile to a reference gene expression profile. Systems, computer readable media, compositions, and methods for maintaining or improving respiratory health also are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventors: Robert Joseph Isfort, Xiaoyan Angela QU
  • Publication number: 20150133485
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods administering threohydroxybupropion or a prodrug thereof in conjunction with dextromethorphan to a human being.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2015
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Publication number: 20150126543
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods of improving the efficacy of dextromethorphan, or providing beneficial pharmacokinetic effects to dextromethorphan, comprising co-administering erythrohydroxybupropion, or a prodrug thereof, and dextromethorphan to a human being. Dosage forms, drug delivery systems, and methods related to dextromethorphan and erythrohydroxybupropion or a prodrug of erythrohydroxybupropion are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Publication number: 20150126544
    Abstract: Dosage forms, drug delivery systems, and methods related to sustained release of dextromethorphan or improved therapeutic effects are disclosed. Typically, bupropion or a related compound is orally administered to a human being to be treated with, or being treated with, dextromethorphan.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Publication number: 20150126542
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods of increasing the metabolic lifetime of dextromethorphan administering threohydroxybupropion or a prodrug thereof to a human being. Dosage forms, drug delivery systems, and methods related to dextromethorphan or dextrorphan and threohydroxybupropion or a prodrug of theohydroxybupropion are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2014
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Publication number: 20150126541
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to methods of decreasing dextrorphan plasma levels comprising co-administering hydroxybupropion, or a prodrug thereof, and dextromethorphan to a human being in need of treatment with dextromethorphan. Dosage forms, drug delivery systems, and methods related to dextromethorphan and hydroxybupropion or a prodrug of bupropion are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2014
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Inventor: Herriot Tabuteau
  • Patent number: 9023390
    Abstract: Sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use, wherein the compositions are in a single dosage form and include an amine-containing compound (including salts thereof), a salt of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), and a hydrophilic matrix.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2015
    Assignee: Upsher-Smith Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Christian F. Wertz, James S. Jensen, Victoria Ann O'Neill, Sean B. Mahoney, Stephen M. Berge
  • Publication number: 20150119416
    Abstract: A compound of formula I is disclosed. Compounds of formula I are useful as analgesics, anti-inflammatory agents, anti-diarrheal agents, anticonvulsants, antitussives and anti-addiction medications.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2015
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Applicant: RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE
    Inventor: Mark P. WENTLAND
  • Publication number: 20150110871
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a gastric retentive tablet composition comprising: (1) coated particles essentially consisting of a drug and an amino methacrylate copolymer, (2) a methacrylic acid copolymer and (3) an excipient, wherein items 1, 2, and 3 are blended together, and then compressed into a gastric retentive tablet. Thus, the coated particles (item 1), a methacrylic acid copolymer and the excipient are evenly distributed in the tablet. The excipient is selected from a group consisting of a retarding agent, a binder, a filler, a chelating agent, a diluent, a disintegrant, a lubricant, a colorant, a solubilizing agent, or a mixture thereof. The coated particles (item 1) do not contain methacrylic acid polymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 3, 2015
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Inventor: David Wong