Abstract: The present invention relates to combinations and methods for the treatment of neurological disorders related to glutamate excitotoxicity and Amyloid ? toxicity. More specifically, the present invention relates to novel combinatorial therapies of Multiple Sclerosis, Alzheimer's disease, Alzheimer's disease related disorder, Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, neuropathic pain, alcoholic neuropathy, alcoholism or alcohol withdrawal, or spinal cord injury, based on Baclofen and Acamprosate combination.

Abstract: The subject matter of the invention is compounds corresponding to formula (I), in which: R1 and R2, together with the nitrogen atom to which they are attached, constitute a saturated heterocyclic radical containing from 4 to 7 atoms, which is preferably substituted; one of the two substituents R3 and R6 is a group Y-A-R9; Y is an oxygen atom or an —S(O)n?—, or —OSO2 group; A is an unsubstituted (C1-C4) alkylene group; R9 is an —OR19, —CH3, —NR19R20, —CONR19R20, —NR15COR19, —S(O)nR21, or —NR13SO2R21 group; —R10 is a hydrogen atom or a (C1-C4) alkyl group. The present invention also relates to the methods of preparation and the therapeutic uses of the compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: Methods and pharmaceutical compositions employing a terfenadine metabolite and a leukotriene inhibitor for the treatment or prevention of inflammation or allergic disorders, such as asthma, or symptoms thereof. Also included are methods and compositions employing a terfenadine metabolite, a leukotriene inhibitor, and a decongestant for the treatment or prevention of inflammation or allergic disorders, such as asthma, or symptoms thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for the preparation of fentanyl comprising: (a) reacting 4-piperidone hydrochloride monohydrate with aniline in presence of reducing environment to produce 4-anilinopiperidine (4-AP), (b) reacting the 4-AP as obtained from step (a) with phenethyl halide under reflux conditions in highly alkaline medium to give 4-anilino-N-phenethylpiperidine, and (c) converting the 4-anilino-N-phenethylpiperidine to fentanyl by reacting with propionyl chloride in presence of halogenated hydrocarbons, then isolating fentanyl by solvent extraction and purifying by crystallization from petroleum ether at a temperature ranging from 60-80° C.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula I: wherein R1-R6, X, Y, and B have any of the values described herein, as well as salts of such compounds, compositions comprising such compounds, and therapeutic methods that comprise the administration of such compounds. The compounds are inhibitors of MAO-B enzyme function and are useful for improving cognitive function and for treating psychiatric disorders in animals.

Abstract: The invention relates to pyrrolidinyl, piperidinyl, and hexahydroazepinyl compounds of Formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, prodrugs, or solvates thereof, wherein R1, R2, Z and m are defined as set forth in the specification. The invention is also directed to the use compounds of Formula I to treat a disorder responsive to the blockade of calcium channels, and particularly N-type calcium channels. Compounds of the present invention are especially useful for treating pain.

Abstract: A method of making a pharmaceutical tablet comprises (a) combining (i) an aqueous networked cellulose gel with (ii) filler and (iii) an active agent to form a mixture thereof; (b) casting the mixture to form a wet tablet; (c) drying the wet tablet to form a dry pharmaceutical tablet; and then (d) optionally coating the tablet (e.g., with an enteric coating). Pharmaceutical tablets produced by such methods are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to therapeutic formulations. More particularly, this present invention provides an oral delivery system for a therapeutic compound that is a base, a salt of a base or an amphoteric compound or a salt of a amphoteric compound with pharmacological, physiological or biochemical activity or a proactive form thereof. The present invention even more particularly provides a swallow formulation comprising a therapeutic compound that is a base, a salt of a base, an amphoteric compound or a salt of an amphoteric compound which facilitates the rapid delivery of the therapeutic compound to the circulatory system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel polymorphic form of Fexofenadine hydrochloride, to a process for preparing it, to pharmaceutical compositions containing it, as well as its use. The invention also relates to intermediates useful for the preparation of Fexofenadine hydrochloride, antihistamine drug used in the treatment of allergy symptoms.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) are modulators of gamma-secretase, and hence are useful in treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The present application relates to compounds and methods for treating pain and other conditions related to TRPV3.

Abstract: Methods of using combinations of antihistamines by administering an attenuated dosage amount of a first generation antihistamine for a quick onset concomitantly with a maintenance dosage amount of a second or third generation antihistamine are disclosed.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating fatigue, neurobehavioral slowing and other cognitive disorders and defects due to cancers and treatments associated with cancers, and similar conditions. In a further aspect, the present invention is directed to methods for treating disorders related to menopause, including executive function defects. The methods involve the administration of a composition comprising D-threo methylphenidate that is substantially free of L-threo methylphenidate and of erythro forms of methylphenidate.

Abstract: Ophthalmically acceptable compositions used in arresting the development of cataracts or macular degeneration comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or diluent and a compound having the formula: where R1 and R2 are, independently, H or C1 to C3 alkyl; R3 and R4 are, independently C1 to C3 alkyl; and where R1 and R2, taken together, or R3 and R4, taken together, or both may be cycloalkyl; R5 is H, OH, or C1 to C6 alkyl; R6 is or C1 to C6 alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, or substituted alkyl or alkenyl; R7 is C1 to C6 alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, or substituted alkyl or alkenyl or where R6 and R7, or R5, R6 and R7, taken together, form a carbocycle or heterocycle having from 3 to 7 atoms in the ring.

Abstract: The subject of the invention is Compound of Formula (I): in which R1-R8 and R10 are defined within, its method of preparation, and its therapeutic application.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel crystalline forms of naltrexone methobromide including hydrated and solvated forms. The invention also describes methods of preparing the various crystalline forms. The present invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing crystalline forms of naltrexone methobromide, as well as methods of treating or preventing opioid induced side effects by administering the pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: A polyacrylate formulation suitable for delivery of drug through a body surface of an individual. By loading the drug and permeation enhancers at a high concentration into a polyacrylate proadhesive that has inadequate adhesive properties for typical adhesive application on the skin, a formulation with desirable adhesive characteristics and effective therapeutic properties can be made. The proadhesive has higher glass transition temperature than typical pressure sensitive adhesives.

Abstract: 4-Fluoro-4-phenylpiperidin-1-yl ? antagonists of general structure as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of formula I, are disclosed. These compounds and compositions are useful as treatments of conditions or diseases associated with binding opioid receptors including pain, obesity, hyperalgesia, inflammation, osteoarthritis, drug addiction, and cancer. These compounds and compositions are also useful as treatments for tardive dyskinesia.

Abstract: In various aspects, the invention provides methods and compositions for modulating NMDA receptor subtype activity, to enhance NR2A-containing NMDA receptor activity relative to NR2B-containing NMDA receptor activity, so as to effect a neuroprotective reduction in excitotoxic NMDA receptor activity

Abstract: Behavioral pharmacological data with the compound of formula (I), a novel and selective 5HT2A/2C receptor inverse agonist, demonstrate in vivo efficacy in models of psychosis and dyskinesias. This includes activity in reversing MK-801 induced locomotor behaviors, suggesting that this compound may be an efficacious anti-psychotic, and activity in an MPTP primate model of dyskinesias, suggesting efficacy as an anti-dyskinesia agent. These data support the hypothesis that 5HT2A/2C receptor inverse agonism may confer antipsychotic and anti-dyskinetic efficacy in humans, and indicate a use of the compound of formula (I) and related agents as novel therapeutics for Parkinson's Disease, related human neurodegenerative diseases, and psychosis.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula I: where a, R1, and R3-6 are as defined in the specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compounds of formula I are serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds; methods of using such compounds; and process and intermediates for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: Compounds and compositions for reducing intracellular lipid accumulation in a cell are described herein. These compounds are useful for the treatment and prevention of lipid/glycogen disorders, as well as for the treatment and prevention of obesity. A high throughput screen for identifying compounds that reduce intracellular lipid accumulation in cells is also provided.

Abstract: A dosage form that provides a controlled release solid dosage form for the oral administration of a central nervous system stimulant, preferably methylphenidate hydrochloride.

Abstract: A method is provided for the treatment of sleep apnea and other conditions wherein an effective amount of crystalline 1-[3-[3-(4-chlorophenyl)propoxy]propyl]-piperidine monohydrochloride of formula (I): optionally comprising water up to 6%, and having an X-ray diffractogram that comprises characteristic peaks (2?) at 11.2°, 19.9°, 20.7° and 34.1°±0.2° is administered to a patient in need thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel class of substituted spirocyclic compounds. These compounds can inhibit histone deacetylase and are suitable for use in selectively inducing terminal differentiation, and arresting cell growth and/or apoptosis of neoplastic cells, thereby inhibiting proliferation of such cells. Thus, the compounds of the present invention are useful in treating a patient having a tumor characterized by proliferation of neoplastic cells. The compounds of the invention may also be useful in the prevention and treatment of TRX-mediated diseases, such as autoimmune, allergic and inflammatory diseases, and in the prevention and/or treatment of diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), such as neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 proteins, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which is expressed anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 protein.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin-noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) and a selective noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.

Abstract: The invention provides a class of dopamine transporter inhibitors of formula (I) (DAS inhibitors), packaged pharmaceuticals comprising such inhibitors, and their uses treating, or the manufacturing medicaments for treating disease conditions, including Parkinson's disease, Hoehn and Yahr Staging of Parkinson's Disease. Unified Parkinson Disease Rating Scale (UPDRS), and Schwab and England Activities of Daily Living Scale. Related business methods such as marketing the inhibitors to healthcare providers are also provided.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for the treatment of chronic fatigue in human patients comprising a central nervous system (CNS) stimulant in a daily low-dosage amount in combination with therapeutically effective daily amounts of micronutrients, comprising acetyl L-carnitine, L-tyrosine, N-acetyl cysteine, and alpha-lipoic acid. The CNS and micronutrient components may be in an oral dosage composition containing a low dosage amount of CNS stimulant such as about 2.5 mg methylphenidate HCl together with about 60-250 mg acetyl L-carnitine, 50-200 mg L-tyrosine, 60-250 mg N-acetyl cysteine, and 25-100 mg alpha-lipoic acid.

Abstract: The present invention is a psychostimulant antagonist or antidepressant in pharmaceutical unit dosage form—with each unit dosage form containing in an effective amount to treat cocaine or amphetamine dependence in an animal or human in which such treatment is indicated and to whom one or more such unit dosage forms are administered—comprising one or more substituted or unsubstituted diphenyl piperidine derivative active agents according to Formula I: including a diastereomer or enantiomer thereof, together with one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients or diluents.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition having an excellent controlling activity on plant disease. The composition comprising the compound represented by the formula (1) and one or more heterocyclic fungicidal compound selected from the group (A) shows an excellent controlling activity on a plant disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to thiazolidinedione analogues and pharmaceutical compositions that are useful for treating and/or preventing obesity or diabetes, optionally in combination with a second treatment therapy such a diet restriction or an increase in duration or exertion in physical activity.

Abstract: The subject invention provides materials and methods for treating neurodegenerative diseases. In one embodiment of the invention, a cysteamine compound is administered to a patient to treat Parkinson's Disease and/or complications associated with Parkinson's Disease. In another embodiment, a cysteamine compound is administered to a patient to prevent the onset of Parkinson's Disease in an at-risk patient and/or treat or prevent the onset of Parkinson's Disease-associated symptoms.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the treatment of drug-induced long QT syndrome and other cardiac channelopathies are disclosed herein. The compositions and methods of the present invention comprise binding one or more QT prolonging drugs with a liposome prior to parenteral (intravenous or subcutaneous) administration, or administration of an empty liposome prior to or concomitantly with therapeutic agents known to have a high risk of QT prolongation, or immediately following an envenomation. The results presented show an abrogation of the adverse effects of QT prolonging drugs in a dose-dependent manner by the compositions of the present invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compounds of formula I wherein A, Ar1, Ar2, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, m, n, o, p, s, t, and u are as defined herein or to a pharmaceutically active salt, a racemic mixture, an enantiomer, an optical isomer or a tautomeric form thereof. the present compounds are high potential NK-3 receptor antagonists for the treatment of depression, pain, psychosis, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Abstract: The present application relates to compounds of formula wherein the definitions are as described herein. The present compounds are high potential NK-3 receptor antagonists that are useful for the treatment of depression, pain, psychosis, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Abstract: The present application describes modulators of MIP-1? or CCR-1 of formula (I) or stereoisomers or prodrugs or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein n, ring A, T, V, X, R1, R2 and R8, are defined herein. In addition, methods of treating and preventing inflammatory diseases such as asthma and allergic diseases, as well as autoimmune pathologies such as rheumatoid arthritis and transplant rejection using modulators of formula (I) are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds represented by the general formula I wherein the substituents are defined in the application. The compounds are useful in the treatment of an affective disorder, including depression, anxiety disorders including general anxiety disorder and panic disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder.

Abstract: A composition comprising a novel Ca2+-activated, [ATP]i-sensitive nonspecific cation (NCCa-ATP) channel is described. The channel is found in mammalian neural cells and exhibits a different sensitivity to block by various adenine nucleotides, and is activated by submicromolar [Ca]i. The NCCa-ATP channel is activated under conditions of ATP depletion, which causes severe cell depolarization, followed by cell swelling. The NCCa-ATP channel is regulated by a sulfonylurea receptor and is inhibited by sulfonylurea compounds glibenclamide and tolbutamide. Methods employing compositions comprising the NCCa-ATP channel to screen for compounds that block the channel and the use of such antagonists as therapeutics in preventing brain swelling and damage are described. In addition, methods employing compositions comprising the Kir2.3 channel to screen for compounds that open the channel and the use of such antagonists as therapeutics in preventing brain swelling and damage are described.

Abstract: Described herein are enhanced N-methyl-D-aspartate (NMDA) receptor antagonists, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and their methods of use and treatment, e.g., of Formula (I): wherein one or more of R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, or the ring formed by the joining of R1 and R2, is a hydrophobic moiety which confers enhanced antagonist activity as compared to existing NMDA receptor antagonists, e.g., ifenprodil. Compounds described herein are designed based on the discovery that ifenprodil binds within the allosteric domain of the GluN1/GluN2B NMDA receptor, particularly at the interface between GluN1 and GluN2B subunits. In silico methods are further described herein.

Abstract: A method is provided for the treatment of sleep apnea and other conditions wherein an effective amount of crystalline 1-[3-[3-(4-chlorophenyl)propoxy]propyl]-piperidine monohydrochloride of formula (I): optionally comprising water up to 6%, and having an X-ray diffractogram that comprises characteristic peaks (2?) at 11.2°, 19.9°, 20.7° and 34.1°±0.2° is administered to a patient in need thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): wherein: R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a group of formula COR4, or R1 represents a group of formula (A): R2 represents a group of formula NR5R6, or R2 represents a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic group, an aryl group or a heteroaryl group, R3 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, m represents an integer between 1 and 6 inclusive, n represents 0, 1 or 2, their optical isomers, and also addition salts thereof with a pharmaceutically acceptable acid. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating and/or preventing thrombotic events.

Abstract: The present invention relates to piperidine and piperazine phenyl sulfonamides useful as inhibitors of ion channels. The invention also provides pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising the compounds of the invention and methods of using the compositions in the treatment of various disorders, including for example the treatment of pain.

Abstract: This invention relates to rapidly dispersing microgranules comprising at least one sugar alcohol or saccharide, at least one super disintegrant, and a pharmaceutically acceptable additive with multi-functionality (e.g., starch acting as a binder, disintegrant, diluent/filler, glidant, etc) at a low level, which can be formed by not only eliminating a wet milling step but also avoiding an extensive dry milling step.

Abstract: Methods for treating ocular and periocular disorders by administration to a human patient of a therapeutically effective amount of a compound that modulates muscle action.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula I: where a, R1, and R3-6 are as defined in the specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compounds of formula I are serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds; methods of using such compounds; and process and intermediates for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: The invention provides a crystalline hydrochloride salt of 4-[2-(2,4,6-trifluorophenoxymethyl)phenyl]piperidine. This invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising the crystalline salt, processes and intermediates for preparing the crystalline salt, and methods of using the crystalline salt to treat diseases.

Abstract: Combinations of compounds are provided that produce a synergistic effect when administered.

Abstract: Therapeutic compositions and methods for treatment of attention deficit disorder (ADD) or attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) include dosage forms that deliver a therapeutic amount of active drug in a delayed and controlled release formulation. The dosage form can be administered at night and drug release is delayed for from 3 to 8 hours, followed by an ascending release rate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to taste masked pharmaceutical formulations, processes for preparing the same and methods of using them. The present invention relates to taste masked effervescent formulations comprising fexofenadine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, processes for preparing the same, and therapeutic uses and methods of treatment employing such formulations.