C=x Bonded Directly Or Indirectly By An Acyclic Carbon Or Carbon Chain To Ring Carbon Of The Five-membered Hetero Ring (e.g., Tryptophan, Etc.) (x Is Chalcogen) Patents (Class 514/419)
  • Publication number: 20130131061
    Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable ester, amide, carbamate, solvate or salt thereof, including a salt of such an ester, amide or carbamate, and a solvate of such an ester, amide, carbamate or salt. The invention also provides also provides the use of such compounds in the treatment or prophylaxis of a condition associated with a disease or disorder associated with estrogen receptor activity, wherein R1, R2, R3, R5 and R6 are as defined in the specification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 11, 2013
    Publication date: May 23, 2013
    Applicant: KARO BIO AB
    Inventors: Patrik Rhonnstad, Elisabet Kallin, Theresa Apelqvist, Mattias Wennerstal, Aiping Cheng
  • Publication number: 20130131088
    Abstract: The disclosure pertains to methods of treating a cancer comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a statin in combination with an effective amount of a dipyridamole and/or a compound that has dipyridamole activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 13, 2011
    Publication date: May 23, 2013
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY HEALTH NETWORK
    Inventors: Linda Penn, Aaron Schimmer, Aleksandra Pandyra
  • Patent number: 8445529
    Abstract: An indole compound having a carbamoyl group, a ureido group and a substituted oxy group having the following formula (1) or a salt thereof: In the formula (1), R1 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, a hydroxy group, or an alkoxy group; R2 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, a cycloalkyl group, an aryl group, or a heterocyclic group; R3 represents a halogen atom, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group, a cycloalkyl group, an aryl group, a heterocyclic group an alkoxy group, an alkenyloxy group, an alkynyloxy group, a cycloalkyloxy group, an aryloxy group or a heterocyclic oxy group; m represents 0, 1, 2, or 3.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 14, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: Santen Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Kenji Kawashima, Hiroshi Enomoto, Minoru Yamamoto, Masaaki Murai
  • Publication number: 20130115281
    Abstract: A multi phase soft gelatin dosage form comprising at least one preformed solid dosage form comprising a statin compound and at least one liquid fill phase comprising Omega-3 fatty acids. The multi phase soft gelatin dosage forms of the present invention are especially useful to combine at least one solid dosage form and at least one liquid phase for single ingestion. The solid phase, liquid phase or coatings may further comprise active pharmaceutical ingredients, nutraceuticals, nutritional supplements, or therapeutic substances, functional excipients or combinations thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 3, 2011
    Publication date: May 9, 2013
    Applicant: ACCUCAPS INDUSTRIES LIMITED
    Inventors: Peter Draper, James Draper, Beth Marie Okutan
  • Patent number: 8436040
    Abstract: Indole compounds corresponding to the formula (I): as defined in the claims, pharmaceutically acceptable addition salts of such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, the process for their preparation, and their use as pharmacologically active substances, especially in the treatment of hypertriglyceridemia, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, diabetes, endothelial dysfunction, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory disease and neurodegeneration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2013
    Assignee: Laboratoires Fournier S.A.
    Inventors: Jean Binet, Benaiessa Boubia, Pierre Dodey, Christiane Legendre, Martine Barth, Olivia Poupardin-Olivier
  • Patent number: 8436039
    Abstract: The present invention includes inhibitors of the amino acid transporter ATB0,+ and methods of uses thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 8, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2013
    Assignee: Georgia Health Sciences University Research Institute, Inc.
    Inventors: Vadivel Ganapathy, Muthusamy Thangaraju, Puttur Prasad
  • Publication number: 20130109672
    Abstract: Disclosed are pyruvate kinase M2 activators which are compounds of Formula (I), including those of Formula (II), wherein A1, A2, L, R, R1 to R3, X1 to X3, k, n, and m are as defined herein, that are useful in treating a number of diseases that are treatable by the activation of PKM2, for example, cancer. A1-NR-L-A2 (I).
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 26, 2011
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Applicant: The United States of America,as represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human Service
    Inventors: Matthew B. Boxer, Min Shen, Douglas S. Auld, Craig J. Thomas, Martin J. Walsh
  • Publication number: 20130108605
    Abstract: A method of supplementing a diet and ameliorating oxidative stress in a mammal includes administering a pharmaceutically effective amount of lipid soluble, hydrophobic active compounds having a chemical structure: wherein R1 is an aromatic backbone and R2 is a sulfur containing ligand. Through formation of disulfide linkages other moieties can be attached to R2 converting the hydrophobic base into a water soluble entity, for ease of delivery, which can be reconverted back to the original compound by biochemical reduction in the blood stream.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 17, 2012
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Applicant: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY RESEARCH FOUNDATION
    Inventor: THE UNIVERSITY OF KENTUCKY RESEARCH FOUNDATION
  • Patent number: 8431159
    Abstract: Spray dried solid dispersions comprising a sparingly soluble drug and hydroxypropylmethylcellulose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) provide increased aqueous solubility and/or bioavailability in a use environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 7, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 30, 2013
    Assignee: Bend Research, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Curatolo, Scott M. Herbig, James A. S. Nightingale
  • Publication number: 20130101580
    Abstract: The present invention relates to therapeutic targets for aging. In particular, the present invention relates to the inhibition of the kynurenine pathway of tryptophan metabolism to extend lifespan or provide anti-aging benefits.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 24, 2012
    Publication date: April 25, 2013
    Inventors: Gregory Oxenkrug, Paul Summergrad
  • Publication number: 20130095156
    Abstract: The invention provides disintegratable films containing a mixture of high molecular weight and low molecular weight water soluble components; and a pharmaceutically or cosmetically active ingredient. Optionally, the films contain a starch component, a glucose component, a filler, a plasticizer and/or humectant. The films are preferably in the form of a mucoadhesive monolayer having a thickness sufficient to rapidly disintegrate in the oral environment and release the active ingredient without undue discomfort to the oral mucosa. The monolayer can be cut to any desired size or shape to provide conveniently useable unit dosage forms for administration to oral or other mucosal surfaces for human pharmaceutical, cosmetic, or veterinary applications. The invention further provides methods of administering the film compositions by placing the composition into, for example, the oral cavity for a sufficient period of time to permit the film to disintegrate and release the active ingredient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2012
    Publication date: April 18, 2013
    Applicant: Adhesives Research, Inc.
    Inventor: Adhesives Research, Inc.
  • Patent number: 8414958
    Abstract: What is described is an implant that comprises a coating, at least in areas, in the implanted state in the surface areas that are at least directly in contact with skin and/or soft tissue. The implant is preferably characterized in that the coating comprises both a statin, such as simvastatin, in the hydrolyzed or unhydrolyzed form, or pharmaceutically compatible salts thereof, as well as at least one other component selected from the group consisting of branched or linear, substituted or unsubstituted, saturated or partially unsaturated C10-C30 alkyl, alkenyl, alkylaryl, aryl, cycloalkyl, alkylcycloalkyl, alkylcycloaryl amines or mixtures thereof and/or at least one water-soluble ionic polymer component. A method for production such an implant is also described as well as a composition that can be used in such a method.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Thommen Medical AG
    Inventors: Matthias Schnabelrauch, Armin Rex Kautz, Falko Schlottig
  • Publication number: 20130085170
    Abstract: Composition comprising leucine, isoleucine, valine threonine and lysine for treating angiogenic disorders in elderly subjects.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 4, 2009
    Publication date: April 4, 2013
    Applicant: PROFESSIONAL DIETETICS S.R.L.
    Inventors: Franco Conti, Isabella Arborio Mella, Edoardo Carlo Maria Conti, Giovanni Federico Maria Conti, Francesco Saverio Dioguardi
  • Publication number: 20130079310
    Abstract: A composition and a method of treatment utilizing a combination of statins (or HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors), a class of drug used to lower cholesterol levels by inhibiting the enzyme HMG-CoA reductase, with mixtures of an omega-3 fatty acid formulation containing about 90% or more omega 3 fatty acids by weight including a combination of Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), Docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) and Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) in a weight ratio of EPA:DHA of from 5.7 to 6.3, wherein the sum of the EPA, DHA and DPA represent about 82% by weight of the total formulation and about 92% of the total omega 3 fatty acid content of the composition are taught.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 13, 2012
    Publication date: March 28, 2013
    Applicant: PIVOTAL THERAPEUTICS INC.
    Inventors: George JACKOWSKI, Rachelle MACSWEENEY, Nisar SHAIKH, Jason YANTHA, Valerie SCHINI-KERTH
  • Patent number: 8404689
    Abstract: A compound of Formula I and enantiomers, diastereomers and pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds of Formula I, and methods of treating conditions associated with the activity of p38 kinase.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 2, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 26, 2013
    Assignee: Bristol-Myers Squibb Company
    Inventors: Stephen T. Wrobleski, Jagabandhu Das, T. G. Murali Dhar, Alaric J. Dyckman, John Hynes, Katerina Leftheris, James Lin, Shuqun Lin
  • Publication number: 20130071370
    Abstract: Method of identifying and using compounds which inhibit the expression or activity of micro-RNAs for preventing and/or attenuating ageing, and/or for hydrating skin. An in vitro method for screening for candidate compounds for preventing and/or attenuating ageing of the skin, and/or for hydrating the skin, includes the following steps: a. bringing at least one test compound in contact with a sample of keratinocytes; b. measuring the expression or the activity of at least one microRNA in the keratinocytes; c. selecting the compounds for which an inhibition of at least 20%, preferably at least 30%, preferably at least 40% of the expression or an inhibition of at least 20%, preferably at least 30%, preferably at least 40% of the activity of at least one microRNA is measured in the keratinocytes treated in a. compared with the untreated keratinocytes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 7, 2011
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Applicant: CHANEL PARFUMS BEAUTE
    Inventors: Eleonora Candi, Gennaro Melino, Gaelle Saintigny, Christian Mahe
  • Publication number: 20130071439
    Abstract: Methods of treating or reducing biofilms, treating a biofilm-related disorder, and preventing biofilm formation using D-amino acids are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2011
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Applicant: PRESIDENT AND FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE
    Inventors: Richard Losick, Jon Clardy, Roberto Kolter, Illana Kolodkin-Gal, Diego Romero, Shugeng Cao
  • Publication number: 20130072509
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition is provided comprising a therapeutically effective amount of pterostilbene, a therapeutically effective amount of a statin compound, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The embodiments of the pharmaceutical compositions can have lipid lowering properties, or alternatively can have properties that can treat oxidative stress, by decreasing inflammation or inflammatory processes contributing to neurodegenerative diseases. A method of lowering lipid levels in an individual is also provided, comprising administering to the individual in need of such treatment a pharmaceutical composition including a therapeutically effective amount of pterostilbene, a therapeutically effective amount of a statin compound, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, wherein lipid levels are decreased.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 14, 2012
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Applicant: ChromaDex Inc.
    Inventor: Jeremy Bartos
  • Patent number: 8399477
    Abstract: An (aza)indole derivative substituted in position 5, of formula (I) in which X, Y, Z, G1, G2, G3, R1, W, and R2 have the meanings given in the description, a pharmaceutical composition comprising it, and also intermediate compounds and a preparation process therefor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 19, 2013
    Assignee: Aziende Chimiche Riunite Angelini Franceso A.C.R.A.F. S.p.A.
    Inventors: Maria Alessandra Alisi, Guido Furlotti, Nicola Cazzolla, Caterina Maugeri, Patrizia Dragone, Barbara Garofalo, Isabella Coletta, Giorgina Mangano, Beatrice Garrone
  • Publication number: 20130059899
    Abstract: The present invention is related to a method of determining a test compound's ability to modify the biological activity of a GPR17. Said method comprises, among others, the step of contacting the test compound with a GPR17, or a functional GPR17 fragment in the presence of a suitable amount of a GPR17 agonist of formula I.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 28, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Applicant: RHEINISCHE FRIEDRICH-WILHELMS-UNIVERSITAT BONN
    Inventors: Evi Kostenis, Andreas Spinrath, Stephanie Hennen, Lucas Peters, Christa E. Müller, Rhalid Akkari, Younis Baqi, Kirsten Ritter
  • Publication number: 20130058904
    Abstract: A composition for reconstruction, replacement or repair of damaged or diseased biological tissue comprising an extracellular matrix (ECM) composition that includes an ECM scaffold component derived from a mammalian source and at least one additional bioactive component selected from the group consisting of a statin and a chitin derivative.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 24, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Applicant: Francis Law Group
    Inventor: Robert G. Matheny
  • Publication number: 20130059096
    Abstract: A method of treating, reducing, or inhibiting biofilm formation by bacteria, the method comprising: contacting an article with a composition comprising an effective amount of a D-amino acid, said composition being essentially free of the corresponding L-amino acid, thereby treating, reducing or inhibiting formation of the biofilm, wherein the D-amino acid is selected from the group consisting of D-alanine, D-cysteine, D-aspartic acid, D-glutamic acid, D-histidine, D-isoleucine, D-lysine, D-leucine, D-asparagine, D-proline, D-glutamine, D-arginine, D-serine, D-threonine, D-valine, D-tryptophan, D-tyrosine, and a combination thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 10, 2011
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Applicant: President and Fellows of Harvard College
    Inventors: Richard Losick, Jon Clardy, Roberto Kolter, Illana Kolodkin-Gal, Diego Romero, Shugeng Cao
  • Patent number: 8389570
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to certain hydroxamate derivatives that are useful in the treatment of hepatitis C. These compounds are also inhibitors of histone deacetylase and are therefore useful in the treatment of diseases associated with histone deacetylase activity. Pharmaceutical compositions and processes for preparing these compounds are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 12, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 5, 2013
    Assignee: Pharmacyclics, Inc.
    Inventors: Erik J. Verner, Martin Sendzik, Chitra Baskaran, Joseph J. Buggy, James Robinson
  • Patent number: 8383614
    Abstract: This invention provides compositions and methods of inhibiting, suppressing, or treating a tendinous or musculoskeletal soft tissue injury. The invention further provides a method of ameliorating symptoms associated with a tendinous or musculoskeletal soft tissue injury. Additionally, the invention provides methods for evaluating the risk of developing a tendinous or musculoskeletal soft tissue injury.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 26, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: The Trustees of the University of Pennsylvania
    Inventors: Joseph A. Abboud, Louis J. Soslowsky
  • Publication number: 20130045174
    Abstract: The invention relates to a compound of formula I wherein R1, R2 and R3 are identical or different and each is H or alkyl of 1-6 carbon atoms, R4 is H or methyl, R5 is phenyl or chlorophenyl, and/or physiologically acceptable salts thereof and its use in compositions, especially topical, cosmetic and/or personal care compositions, and compositions containing said compound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 22, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Applicant: MERCK PATENT GESELLSCHAFT MIT BESCHRANKTER HAFTUNG
    Inventor: Merck Patent Gesellschaft Mit Beschrankter Haftu
  • Patent number: 8372876
    Abstract: A method for improving memory in healthy subjects is disclosed. This method makes use of melatonin receptor antagonists such as luzindole and/or K-185 to reverse the inhibitory effect of melatonin. This invention is particularly relevant among subjects that do not show signs of central nervous system disorders and wish to improve their cognitive performance, especially in tasks.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: The University of Houston System
    Inventors: Gregory M. Cahill, Oliver Rawashdeh
  • Patent number: 8367665
    Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable ester, amide, carbamate, solvate or salt thereof, including a salt of such an ester, amide or carbamate, and a solvate of such an ester, amide, carbamate or salt. The invention also provides also provides the use of such compounds in the treatment or prophylaxis of a condition associated with a disease or disorder associated with estrogen receptor activity, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined in the specification.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 5, 2013
    Assignee: Karo Bio AB
    Inventors: Patrik Rhönnstad, Elisabet Kallin, Theresa Apelqvist, Mattias Wennerstål, Aiping Cheng
  • Publication number: 20130030008
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the formula I, wherein A, Y, Z, R3 to R6, R20 to R22 and R50 have the meanings indicated in the claims, which are valuable pharmaceutical active compounds. Specifically, they are inhibitors of the endothelial differentiation gene receptor 2 (Edg-2, EDG2), which is activated by lysophosphatidic acid (LPA) and is also termed as LPA1 receptor, and are useful for the treatment of diseases such as atherosclerosis, myocardial infarction and heart failure, for example. The invention furthermore relates to processes for the preparation of the compounds of the formula I, their use and pharmaceutical compositions comprising them.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2012
    Publication date: January 31, 2013
    Applicant: SANOFI
    Inventor: Sanofi
  • Publication number: 20130018080
    Abstract: A composition comprising leucine, isoleucine, valine, threonine and lysine for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 26, 2010
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Inventors: Francesco Saverio Dioguardi, Isabella Arborio Mella, Edoardo Carlo Maria Conti, Giovanni Federico Maria Conti
  • Publication number: 20130005655
    Abstract: A composition comprising doxepin, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, or prodrug thereof, and a compound that enhances sleep onset, sleep maintenance or reduces early morning awakenings. These compositions are useful for treating multiple manifestations of insomnia.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2012
    Publication date: January 3, 2013
    Applicant: Somaxon Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip Jochelson, Robert Mansbach, Michael Skinner, Neil B. Kavey
  • Publication number: 20120329758
    Abstract: Methods of treatment which utilize co-administration of the oxidized lipid VB-201 with an additional therapeutically active agent are described herein. Methods of treating a cardiovascular disease are described herein, comprising co-administration of VB-201 and a statin to a subject who is not fully responsive to the statin, as well as methods of treating an inflammatory disease or disorder, comprising co-administration of VB-201 and glatiramer acetate. A pharmaceutical composition comprising VB-201, identified for use in combination with glatiramer acetate, is also described herein. Methods of determining a therapeutically effective amount of VB-201 in a subject and of determining a therapeutically effective amount of VB-201 for co-administration with an additional therapeutically active agent are also described. Novel unit dosage forms of VB-201 and methods utilizing same are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 5, 2011
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventors: Yael Cohen, Niva Yacov, Eyal Breitbart
  • Publication number: 20120329846
    Abstract: Disclosed is an agent for use in the treatment or prevention of inflammatory bowel disease. Also disclosed is an agent for inhibiting the production of TNF-?. A therapeutic or prophylactic agent for inflammatory bowel disease comprising at least one amino acid selected from the group consisting of lysine, histidine, phenylalanine, methionine, tryptophan, glutamine, glycine, cysteine, cystine and threonine, the amino acid being administered at a dose of 0.1 to 4000 mg/kg per day; and a TNF-? production inhibitor comprising an amino acid selected from the group consisting of histidine, phenylalanine and tryptophan, the amino acid being administered at a dose of 0.1 to 4000 mg/kg per day.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Applicant: Ajinomoto Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Hideki Matsumoto, Tomohisa Okutsu, Tomoko Takeda, Hideki Suzuki, Tetsuo Yano, Masaki Hashimoto, Miho Ono, Manabu Suzuki
  • Publication number: 20120328679
    Abstract: Spray dried solid dispersions comprising a sparingly soluble drug and hydroxypropylmethylcellulose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) provide increased aqueous solubility and/or bioavailability in a use environment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2012
    Publication date: December 27, 2012
    Inventors: William J. Curatolo, Scott M. Herbig, James A. S. Nightingale
  • Patent number: 8337899
    Abstract: Spray dried solid dispersions comprising a sparingly soluble drug and hydroxypropylmethylcellulose acetate succinate (HPMCAS) provide increased aqueous solubility and/or biavailability in a use environment.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Bend Research, Inc.
    Inventors: William J. Curatolo, Scott M. Herbig, James A. S. Nightingale
  • Patent number: 8338473
    Abstract: Derivatives of psammaplin A responding to formula (I), a method for their synthesis and their use for the preparation of a medicament for preventing and for treating a tumor or a cancer. Formula (I).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 28, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignees: Centre National de la Recherche Scientifique, Universite de Strasbourg, Institut National de la Sante et de la Recherche Medicale (Inserm), Universidade de Vito, Seconda Universita Degli Studi di Napoli, Radboud University Nijmegen
    Inventors: Hinrich Gronemeyer, Lucia Altucci, Angel De Lera, Hendrik Gerard Stunnenberg
  • Publication number: 20120322769
    Abstract: A method of reducing virulence in a bacterium comprising at least one of a GacS/GacA-type system, a HrpX/HrpY-type system, a T3SS-type system, and a Rsm-type system, the method comprising contacting the bacterium with an effective amount of a compound described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 16, 2011
    Publication date: December 20, 2012
    Applicants: DUKE UNIVERSITY, UWM RESEARCH FOUNDATION
    Inventors: Ching-Hong Yang, Xin Chen, Eric J. Toone
  • Publication number: 20120322800
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are small molecule heterocyclic inhibitors of sepiapterin reductase (SPR), and prodrugs and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The Also featured are pharmaceutical compositions of the compounds and uses of these compounds for the treatment or prevention of pain (e.g., inflammatory pain, nociceptive pain, functional pain, and neuropathic pain).
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2010
    Publication date: December 20, 2012
    Inventor: Julian Blagg
  • Publication number: 20120316171
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment and/or management of cancer are disclosed, which comprise the use of tryptophan hydroxylase inhibitors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 4, 2010
    Publication date: December 13, 2012
    Inventor: Tamas Oravecz
  • Publication number: 20120315219
    Abstract: A coated medical device and a method of providing a coating on an implantable medical device result in a medical device having a bio-absorbable coating. The coating includes a bio-absorbable carrier component. In addition to the bio-absorbable carrier component, a therapeutic agent component can also be provided. The coated medical device is implantable in a patient to effect controlled delivery of the coating, including the therapeutic agent, to the patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 24, 2012
    Publication date: December 13, 2012
    Inventors: Roger Labrecque, Geoffrey Moodie, Joseph Ferraro, Lisa Rogers, Paul Martakos, Theodore Karwoski, Steve A. Herweck
  • Publication number: 20120315337
    Abstract: Enteric coated multiparticulate compositions that use 5-HTP as an active ingredient are disclosed. The multiparticulates have a spheroidal core comprising 5-HTP, microcrystalline cellulose, and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; a sub-coat comprising hydroxypropyl methylcellulose on the spheroidal core; and an enteric coat on the sub-coated spheroidal core. The average diameter of the particulates is about 0.1-3 mm. Other aspects of the invention include methods of making and methods of using the multiparticulate compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2012
    Publication date: December 13, 2012
    Inventors: Syed Shah, Noreen Hassan
  • Patent number: 8329689
    Abstract: The invention relates to novel substituted indoles, to the use thereof in the form of pharmacological composition substances and to use of said composition for producing medicinal preparations used for preventing and treating viral diseases, in particular caused by viruses of infectious hepatitis (HCV, HBV), human immune deficiency (HIV), atypical pneumonia (SARS) and bird flu.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 17, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2012
    Inventors: Andrey Alexandrovich Ivashchenko, Sergey Yevgenievich Tkachenko, Alexander Viktorovich Khvat, Oleg Dmitrievich Mitkin, Ilya Matusovich Okun, Alexandr Sergeevich Kyselvev, Volodymyr Mikhailovich Kysil, Nikolay Filippovich Savchuk, Alexander Vasilievich Ivachtchenko
  • Publication number: 20120309794
    Abstract: The present invention concerns compounds, some of which are novel, and their pharmaceutical applications. The compounds of the invention inhibit the enzyme lactate dehydrogenase (LDH) involved both in the metabolic process of hypoxic tumour cells, and in the process used by parasitic protozoa that cause malaria to obtain most of the energy they need.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 5, 2010
    Publication date: December 6, 2012
    Applicant: UNIVERSITÀ DI PISA
    Inventors: Filippo Minutolo, Marco Macchia, Carlotta Granchi, Sarabindu Roy, Gino Giannaccini, Antonio Lucacchini
  • Publication number: 20120302597
    Abstract: The present application is directed to novel P2X7R antagonists that are indol-3-carboxamide or azaindole-3-carboxamide compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same and their use for the prophylactic or therapeutic treatment of diseases mediated by P2X7R activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2012
    Publication date: November 29, 2012
    Applicant: AFFECTIS PHARMACEUTICALS AG
    Inventor: Michael Bös
  • Publication number: 20120302576
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters and prodrugs of Formula (I) or (II): which are useful as AMPK modulators effective in treating diabetes, obesity and cancer in a subject.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 9, 2012
    Publication date: November 29, 2012
    Inventors: Neal C. Birnberg, Hong Liu, Qing Ping Weng, Haibo Shang, Pan Yin, Sharanappa B. Rajur, Hwa-Ok Kim, Paresh D. Salgaonkar, Norton P. Peet
  • Publication number: 20120295922
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods for treating and/or preventing mucostitis with one or more compounds, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, disclosed herein, or compositions comprising the same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2012
    Publication date: November 22, 2012
    Applicant: POLYMEDIX, INC.
    Inventors: Richard W. Scott, Bozena Korczak
  • Patent number: 8314256
    Abstract: The present invention relates to modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”), compositions thereof, and methods therewith. The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using such modulators.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 6, 2006
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
    Inventors: Sara Hadida Ruah, Anna Hazlewood
  • Patent number: 8314140
    Abstract: Derivatives of drugs are provided, said derivatives comprising the H2S-releasing moiety 4-hydroxythiobenzamide that is either covalently linked to the drug or forms a salt with the drug. The compounds of the present invention exhibit enhanced activity or reduced side effects or both.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: Antibe Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventors: John Wallace, Giuseppe Cirino, Vincenzo Santagada, Giuseppe Caliendo
  • Publication number: 20120289574
    Abstract: New (2R,4R) monatin monosodium salt hydrate crystals characterized by having specific characteristic X-ray diffraction peaks provide general-purpose, stable, and safe monatin sodium salt crystals incorporating no organic solvent. These crystal may be prepared by a method that requires no organic solvent in the crystallization, separation, and drying steps. These crystal are useful as sweeteners and for the preparation of orally consumed products, such as foods, beverages, pharmaceutical products, topical pharmaceutical products, and feeds containing general-purpose, stable, and safe monatin sodium salt crystals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 20, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: AJINOMOTO CO., INC.
    Inventors: Kenichi MORI, Eriko ONO
  • Publication number: 20120288485
    Abstract: A formulation, composition or combination of substances comprising jasmonate for modulating melatonin production and/or calcification of a pineal gland and/or modulation and/or treatment of age-related neurodegeneration in a subject, particularly in a mammalian subject and more particularly in a human subject and use of jasmonate for modulating melatonin production and/or calcification of a pineal gland and/or modulation and/or treatment of age-related neurodegeneration is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Applicant: Broady Health Sciences, LLC.
    Inventor: Brunde Broady
  • Publication number: 20120283308
    Abstract: Disclosed is an animal feed composition that comprises free indole acetic acid (free IAA) or a derivative thereof. Also disclosed is a method for enhancing animal growth by feeding the animal with a composition according to the invention. Further disclosed is the use of free IAA or a derivative thereof in a method of therapy of animals in need of a growth-promoting treatment, such as immunocompromised animals, animals with a growth deficit or slow-growing animals. Disclosed is the use of free IAA or a derivative thereof for the preparation of a therapeutical composition for increasing the growth rate and/or the feed conversion rate and/or the immunity of animals in need of such a treatment, in particular, immunocompromised or slow-growing animals. A composition may be in the form of a food or feed supplement.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2012
    Publication date: November 8, 2012
    Inventors: Hubert Jean Marie François Gillessen, Christian Rebiere