Abstract: The present invention describes Elansolids, a new class of novel anti-bacterial compounds of formula (I).

Abstract: Therapeutic delivery systems are provided which, in a first embodiment, contain a plurality of multiphase capsules in which first and second therapeutic agents are contained in separate phases within said multiphase capsules, and are disposed to deliver said first and therapeutic agents by at least two different delivery mechanisms.

Abstract: Oral pharmaceutical dosage form containing at least two medicaments, in which form the medicaments on the one hand are brought together in a leakproof and in-vivo water soluble wrapping and on the other hand are separated so that the active principle of the combined medicaments cannot come into contact with one another, at least one of the medicaments being selected from the following therapeutic classes: non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), proton pump inhibitor (PPI), beta-blocker, statin, conversion enzyme inhibitor (CEI), biguanide, myorelaxant, calcium inhibitor, corticoid, antidepressant, benzodiazepine, non-atropine-like intestinal transit retarder, intestinal antibacterial, and the following therapeutic molecules: spironolactone, propranolol, clarithromycin, amoxycillin, low-dose acetylsalicylic acid, potassium, clopidogrel.

Abstract: Dermatological disorders having an inflammatory or proliferative component are treated with pharmaceutical compositions containing on the order of 0.3% by weight of 6-[3-(1-adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthanoic acid (adapalene) or salt thereof, formulated into pharmaceutically acceptable media therefor, advantageously topically applicable gels, creams or lotions.

Abstract: Dermatological disorders having an inflammatory or proliferative component are treated with pharmaceutical compositions containing on the order of 0.3% by weight of 6-[3-(1-adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthanoic acid (adapalene) or salt thereof, formulated into pharmaceutically acceptable media therefor, advantageously topically applicable gels, creams or lotions.

Abstract: Described herein are methods for effectively and accurately measuring a patient response upon administration of one or more drugs to the patient. The methods are more sensitive than current methodologies. Also described herein are compositions comprising an analgesic and a sufficient amount of an antihistamine to enhance the analgesic properties of the analgesic. With respect to these compositions, the methods described herein are useful for evaluating qualities of pain, definite improvement, and one or more bodily functions of a subject afflicted with pain. The compositions described herein are useful in improving the quality of pain in a subject or a bodily function of a subject afflicted with pain or definite improvement of a subject afflicted with pain.

Abstract: This patent describes a method and materials to treat cancer diagnosed at an early stage, particularly breast cancer. It considers that metastatic breast cancer growth includes periods of dormancy, that surgery to remove a primary tumor can induce metastatic growth, and that women with Down Syndrome rarely get breast cancer. It elevates the level of an antiangiogenic drug produced by chromosome 21 preferably Endostatin in plasma preferably at least one day prior to surgery and kept at that high level preferably indefinitely. In one embodiment, the therapy specifically excludes drugs that significantly inhibit the VEGF pathway since that is important for wound healing. This method will prevent results of surgery from stimulating tumor growth and angiogenesis of micrometastatic disease that is much easier to prevent than control after the fact. This can be done indefinitely since there is no acquired resistance that develops, as happens in most cancer therapies.

Abstract: A composition containing 1,4-dihydroxy-2-naphthoic acid at a high concentration is obtained by intracellularly and extracellularly producing 1,4-dihydroxy-2-naphthoic acid using a bacterium belonging to the genus Propionibacterium and collecting it. This composition is efficacious in improving intestinal flora, alleviating abdominal ailments in association with the intake of milk, and preventing metabolic bone diseases.

Abstract: Disorders of the skin or mucous membranes which are linked to migration of Langerhans cells are treated by the administration of an effective amount of at least one retinoid, optionally in combination with a PKC inhibitor.

Abstract: Dermatological disorders having an inflammatory or proliferative component, notably common acne, are treated with topically applicable pharmaceutical compositions containing about 0.3% by weight of 6-[3-(1-adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthanoic acid (adapalene) or salt thereof, formulated into pharmaceutically acceptable media therefor, advantageously formulated into topically applicable gels, preferably aqueous gels, creams, lotions or solutions.

Abstract: Dermatological compositions containing, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one retinoid, dispersed benzoyl peroxide and at least one gelling agent of the family of the carrageenans, are useful for treating dermatological conditions and afflictions linked to disorders of cell differentiation and/or proliferation and/or keratinization, notably for treating acne vulgaris.

Abstract: The present invention refers to a sage extract containing a mixture of tricyclic diterpene (derivative)s of the formulae I to III, preferably to a sage extract containing a mixture of tricyclic diterpene (derivative)s of the formulae I to IV, more preferably to a sage extract containing a mixture of tricyclic diterpene (derivative)s of the formulae I to V, for use as medicaments for the treatment of a disorder connected to reduced neurotransmission, as well as to dietary and pharmaceutical compositions and their uses.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of general formula (1): in which, independently of each other, R1 and R2 represent: —OH, or —CH2—O—R3, or —CH2—S—R3, or R3, R4, R5 and R6 representing, independently of each other, —H or a carbon-containing group with 1 to 10 carbon atoms, saturated or unsaturated, optionally substituted with one or more heteroatomic groups. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and their uses, in particular in the context of the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: A drug delivery system for the controlled release of a pharmaceutically-active compound by oral route comprises an intercalate of a layered double hydroxide having, before intercalation, layers of metal hydroxides, and having intercalated therein a pharmaceutically-active compound having at least one anionic group. A preferred layered double hydroxide is one that has layers which comprise [LiAl2(OH)6]+. The drug delivery system has use in the delivery of drugs such as 4-biphenylacetic acid, Diclofenac, Gemfibrozil, Ibuprofen, Naproxen, 2-Propylpentanoic acid and Tolfenamic acid.

Abstract: A transdermal preparation for external use which contains a photosensitive NSAID and a UV blocker having a high ability to migrate into the skin. Thus, it becomes possible to ensure, in a transdermal preparation for external use containing a NSAID, the inhibition of the onset of light-induced non-immunological or immunological skin symptoms by the above-described component.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel composition and method useful for the treatment of acne, and more particularly, to a composition and method for reducing an appearance of post acne marks and scars without skin irritation in a short amount of time.

Abstract: Uncoated particles of reversed cubic phase or reversed hexagonal phase material containing an active disposed within are provided. The uncoated particles have an ionic charge that is sufficient to stabilize them in dispersion in a liquid, e.g. a polar solvent. The active that is disposed within the particles may be, for example, a pharmaceutical or nutriceutical compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to self emulsifying drug delivery system based compositions of rhein or diacerein, or salts or esters or prodrugs thereof which are bioequivalent to a 50 mg diacerein formulation marketed under the trade name Art 50®. The compositions exhibit no variability in fed and fasted state conditions. The compositions also result in significant reduction in side effects such as, soft stools effects as compared to Art 50®. The invention also relates to methods for preparing such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds useful, for example, for treating metabolic disorders in a subject. Such compounds have the general formula I or the general formula III: where the definitions of the variables are provided herein. The present invention also provides compositions that include, and methods for using, the compounds in preparing medicaments and for treating metabolic disorders such as, for example, type II diabetes.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating pain and pain related conditions by administering to a patient in need thereof, a therapeutically effective amount of a slow release Tapentadol Hydrochloride and therapeutically effective amount of a second analgesic, wherein the second analgesic is tramadol, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) analogue or an NSAID. The present invention further provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a slow release Tapentadol Hydrochloride and a therapeutically effective amount of a second analgesic, wherein the second analgesic is tramadol, gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) analogue or an NSAID.

Abstract: Substituted 2-naphthoic acids of structural formula are effective as antagonists of the biological activity of GPR105 protein. They are useful for the treatment, control or prevention of disorders responsive to antagonism of this receptor, such as diabetes, particularly, Type 2 diabetes, insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, lipid disorders, obesity, atherosclerosis, and conditions associated with the Metabolic Syndrome.

Abstract: Dermatological disorders having an inflammatory or proliferative component are treated with pharmaceutical compositions containing on the order of 0.3% by weight of 6-[3-(1-adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthanoic acid (adapalene) or salt thereof, formulated into pharmaceutically acceptable media therefor, advantageously topically applicable gels, creams or lotions.

Abstract: The invention relates generally to novel compositions and methods comprising a cyclohexanehexol and a secretase inhibitor. The compositions and methods provide beneficial effects, in particular sustained beneficial effects, in the treatment of diseases involving a disorder in protein folding and/or aggregation, and/or amyloid formation, deposition, accumulation, or persistence, such as Alzheimer's disease and related neurodegenerative disorders.

Abstract: A dosage form adapted for twice-a-day administration comprising a naproxen species in an immediate release phase and an opioid analgesic in a sustained release phase. The dosage form is useful in the treatment of pain.

Abstract: Isolated polynucleotides encoding novel galectin-8 variants polypeptides are provided. Also provided are methods and kits using same for diagnosing prognosing and treating rheumatoid arthritis (RA) and other joint/chronic inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: Dermatological disorders having an inflammatory or proliferative component are treated with pharmaceutical compositions containing on the order of 0.3% by weight of 6-[3-(1-adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthanoic acid (adapalene) or salt thereof, formulated into pharmaceutically acceptable media therefor, advantageously topically applicable gels, creams or lotions.

Abstract: A composition containing 1,4-dihydroxy-2-naphthoic acid at a high concentration is obtained by intracellularly and extracellularly producing 1,4-dihydroxy-2-naphthoic acid using a bacterium belonging to the genus Propionibacterium and collecting it. This composition is efficacious in improving intestinal flora, alleviating abdominal ailments in association with the intake of milk, and preventing metabolic bone diseases.

Abstract: Moderate moisture levels, such as greater than 3% but no greater than 7%, may be beneficial for solid formulations of certain prostacyclin analogs. Accordingly, a solid formulation containing a prostacyclin analog may be packaged inside a pharmaceutical packaging with such amount of a desiccant or a drying agent that after the storage the solid formulation may have a moderate level of moisture in it.

Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions of rhein or diacerein, or salts or esters or prodrugs thereof which are bioequivalent to a 50 mg diacerein formulation marketed under the trade name Art 50®. The compositions exhibit no variability in fed and fasted state conditions. The compositions also result in significant reduction in side effects such as, soft stools as compared to Art 50®. The invention also relates to the methods for preparing such compositions.

Abstract: A method to enhance solubility of an active compound comprises combining an active compound, having an aqueous solubility that is less than or equal to about 10 mg/mL, and an amount of methoxypolyethylene glycol that is sufficient to increase the aqueous solubility of the active compound. Enhancement of aqueous solubility for this combination may be significantly greater than that of an active compound in combination with an equivalent amount of polyethylene glycol. Particularly enhanced solubility is shown where a small amount of water is also included. The invention may be used in a wide variety of applications, such as for pharmaceutical, agricultural, antimicrobial, and personal care products.

Abstract: A tablet with an enhanced dissolution profile for a medicinally active ingredient such as aspirin and methods for making the tablet. The tablet comprises a blend of crystals of the medicinally active ingredient and a dissolution aid such as sodium or calcium carbonate or bicarbonate that coats the crystals upon co-milling. The blend is then compressed to form tablets that have an enhanced dissolution profile for the medicinally active ingredient.

Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising propylene glycol solvates of APIs.

Abstract: A solid, implantable dosage form comprising a therapeutically active agent in solid form, optionally with one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, wherein the one or more excipients, when present, do not lead to a significant delay or prolongation of the release of active agent, as compared to an equivalent dosage form containing no excipients when tested in vitro.

Abstract: A method for producing an adapalene aqueous gel on an industrial scale including formulating a gelling medium A by mixing water and propylene glycol and adding a gelling agent thereto; formulating an adapalene medium B by dispersing adapalene in water, in the presence of a surfactant; next adding the adapalene medium B to the gelling medium A; and adjusting the pH to about 4.7-5.3.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a 4-oxobutanoic acid derivative for the preparation of a pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of pathologies associated with immunological disorders.

Abstract: Dermatological disorders having an inflammatory or proliferative component, notably common acne, are treated with topically applicable pharmaceutical compositions containing about 0.3% by weight of 6-[3-(1-adamantyl)-4-methoxyphenyl]-2-naphthanoic acid (adapalene) or salt thereof, formulated into pharmaceutically acceptable media therefor, advantageously formulated into topically applicable gels, preferably aqueous gels, creams, lotions or solutions.

Abstract: Novel ligand compounds having the structural formula (I): in which: Ar is a radical selected from among the radicals of formulae (a)-(c) below: are formulated into pharmaceutical compositions suited for administration in human or veterinary medicine, or, alternatively into cosmetic compositions.

Abstract: Methods of using apogossypol and its derivatives for treating inflammation is disclosed. Also, there is described a group of compounds having structure A, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, N-oxide, or solvate thereof are provided: wherein each R is independently H, C(O)X, C(O)NHX, NH(CO)X, SO2NHX, or NHSO2X, wherein X is hydrogen, alkyl, substituted alkyl, aryl, substituted aryl, alkylaryl, substituted alkylaryl, heterocycle, or substituted heterocycle. Compounds of group A may be used for treating various diseases or disorders, such as cancer.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel quinazoline derivatives, and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts. The invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions beneficially treated by inhibiting cell surface tyrosine receptor kinases.

Abstract: A rodenticidal mixture comprising a) 0.0015 to 99.89% by weight of at least one rodenticide, b) 10?8 to 95% by weight of at least one painkiller and c) 0.01 to 99.9984% by weight of at least one biocide, where the percentages by weight are based on the total of components (a), (b) and (c), is suitable for the preparation of rodenticidal bait formulations which are employed for controlling rodent pests.

Abstract: Bioactive, hydroforming luminal liner compositions are formed of high molecular weight crystalline, absorbable copolyesters dissolved in a liquid derivative of a polyether glycol that undergoes transformation into a tissue-adhering, resilient interior cover or liner for the controlled release of its bioactive payload at clinically compromised conduits in humans as in the case of bacteria- and yeast-infected vaginal canals, esophagi, and arteries following angioplasty.

Abstract: This invention relates compositions containing compounds of formula (I) below: Each of R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, and R8 is defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for sterilization of dispersions of one or more nanoparticulate active agents via gamma irradiation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel tetralin ER-? agonist compounds, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and use of these compounds to treat a ER-? mediated disease such as nocturia, obstructive uropathy, benign prostatic hypertrophy, obesity, dementia, hypertension, incontinence, colon cancer, prostate cancer, infertility, depression, leukemia, inflammatory bowel disease, and arthritis.

Abstract: This invention is directed to pharmaceutical combinations comprising an antioxidant agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, and optionally at least one other anti-diabetic agent useful for treating metabolic disorders. This invention also encompasses pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising an antioxidant agent, an anti-inflammatory agent, optionally at least one other anti-diabetic agent, and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Effective treatments of pain and/or inflammation are provided. Through the administration of a biodegradable drug depot film, patch, strip or sponge being implantable at or near a cardiac tissue or within a nasal or sinus cavity, one can reduce, prevent or treat pain and/or inflammation.

Abstract: A device for treating a skin condition is provided. The device comprises a delivery system for administering a composition to the skin disorder. The delivery system includes an electrode for delivering a composition to the skin of a person and a counter electrode. The device also includes a drainage system which includes a channel for removing material from a person's skin and a pump in communication with the channel The device further includes a control system for powering and controlling the electrode system.

Abstract: Methods of modulating chronic low-grade inflammation are provided. More particularly, methods of treating diabetes, such as for example, type-2 diabetes mellitus, in a mammal by administering an effective amount of a selective proteasome inhibitor are provided. Also provided are unit dosage forms of such inhibitors.

Abstract: The invention concerns a foaming composition for washing and treating hair and/or scalp essentially characterised in that it contains in an aqueous medium: at least an active principle selected among corticoids and retinoids; at least an anionic surfactant; at least an amphoteric surfactant; and a pro-penetrating

Abstract: Improved methods and compositions for protecting plants or seeds from soil-borne fungal diseases. The composition may include a triterpenoid isolated from Glycyrrhiza glabra and a polymer. The triterpenoid may be Carbenoxolone disodium salt, and the polymer may be a water-insoluble, water-soluble or flowable, seed coating polymer. The methods may comprise the steps of applying the composition to the plant's seeds, roots, tubers and/or foliage, and may also include applying the composition to the soil surround surrounding the plant. The composition may be applied as an aqueous solution or as dry particulates, and may be used for the treatment of soybean plants and seeds.