Abstract: The invention relates to a mounting medium that can be used in the preparation of slides for investigation by microscopy techniques. More in particular the mounting medium comprises a solution, in at least one organic solvent selected from the group consisting of saturated hydrocarbons optionally mixed with one or more alcohols, of at least one (meth)acrylate resin based on one or more monomers having formula I: Formula I: wherein R is hydrogen or a methyl group and n has a value of 0-19. The mounting medium of the invention is particularly suited for use in histochemistry, immunochemistry and/or cytochemistry, i.e. to provide slides of samples of blood, cells tissue or other biological fluids or materials, including but not limited to samples/materials which have been stained to facilitate microscopic examination, e.g. for scientific and/or diagnostic purposes.

Abstract: Disclosed is an injector assembly having driving means for injecting a substance into a subject and locking means for retaining the driving means until a predetermined amount of pressure builds in a cavity near the driving means.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating androgen related disorders. The pharmaceutical compositions may include a 5&agr;-reductase inhibitor, such as natural and synthetic flavanoids, catechols, curcumin-related substances, quinones, catechins, particularly epigallocatechin derivatives, fatty acids, and the salts, esters, analogues, pro-drugs, isomers, racemic mixtures, or derivatives of any of the foregoing. The use of testosterone (or DHT) combinations with the aforementioned 5&agr;-reductase inhibitor compounds is also contemplated.

Abstract: Disclosed is medical device, such as a mass injector, that has a protective cap disposed on it that minimizes or eliminates cross contamination, wherein the cap can be ejected in a quick manner.

Abstract: A disposable unit-dose jet injection syringe having a cylindrically shaped syringe body. The syringe body has a rear open end and a forward closed end. The rear open end has an enlarged diameter forming a flange that retains the syringe to the driving system during the injection cycle. The closed end has an small area coined by a stamping process. A jet orifice is punched through the small area of the closed end. A cavity formed in syringe body is configured to hold a unit dose of liquid, drug, or biological. A piston is slidably engaged within the body to inject the unit dose. A driving system activates the piston to inject the unit dose out of the jet orifice. A method of manufacturing a jet injection syringe is also provided. A method of injecting a medicine is also provided.

Abstract: Compounds that inhibit 5-alpha-reductase are provided. The compounds are used to treat prostate cancer, breast cancer, obesity, skin disorders and baldness.

Abstract: A multipurpose site guard for use at all peripheral and central venipuncture infusion sites, sensitive areas, and for pediatric and adult patients. The guard is a hollow plastic member with a base and a sidewall curved upwardly and inwardly to form a cover which is form fitted to the infusion site under finger pressure and which can be taped in place. Improvements to this invention include holding the guard in place with a fabric connector and cushioning the guard's base with a soft material.