Abstract: Methods are provided for treating fibrotic connective tissue diseases such as scleroderma and conditions such as surgically-induced adhesions using compounds that activate the signaling pathways of hepatocyte growth factor.
Abstract: Methods are provided for treating chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases such as emphysema using compounds that activate the signaling pathways of hepatocyte growth factor.
Abstract: The present invention relates to devices that allow for linear, sustained-release of solutes with adjustable initial-release kinetics. In particular, the present invention relates to devices for delivering substances to the body of an animal. The present invention also relates to methods for delivering solutes in a constant, sustained-release fashion using the devices of the invention.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
March 19, 2003
Date of Patent:
August 15, 2006
Assignee:
Farrington Pharmaceuticals, LLC
Inventors:
Michael L. Brines, Anthony Cerami, Jean-Paul Wuerth