Abstract: The present invention relates to the dibenzoazulene compounds represented by formula I as well as to their pharmaceutical preparations for the inhibition of tumor necrosis factor alpha (TNF-?) and interleukine 1 (IL-1) in mammals at all diseases and conditions where these mediators are excessively secreted. The compounds of the present invention also demonstrate an analgetic action and can be used to relieve pain.

Abstract: In one embodiment, the enveloping patient carrier of the present invention has a flexible top surface connected to a flexible bottom surface. The flexible top surface defines a re-closable torso opening, a face opening and a plurality of re-closable medical attention openings. The enveloping patient carrier also includes a plurality of carrying handles attached to the sides of the patient carrier. This type of patient carrier aids in the protection of emergency personnel from hazardous fluids (gas and liquid) and also enhances the medical attention and treatment of patients.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 1- or 3-thiabenzonaphthoazulene derivafives to their pharmacologically acceptable salts and solvates, to processes and intermediates for the preparation thereof as well as to their antiinflammatory effects, especially to the inhibition of tumour necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha) production and the inhibition of interleukin-1 (IL-1) production as well as to their analgetic action.

Abstract: A closer device for a gate such as a swimming pool gate has relatively rotatable arms (for connection respectively to a gate and gate post), the arms being connected to a closer body having an axis parallel to the hinging axis of the gate on the gate post. The closer body has an elongate piston mounted within cylindrical gas chambers on respective sides of the piston and a relief profile on the exterior of the cylinder to engage with respective mounting elements for the arms whereby, upon relative rotation of the arms responding to gate movement, the piston moves axially within the gas chambers and a spring within the body urges the piston towards the position corresponding to a gate closed position. A gas controller permits unrestricted opening of the gate and control of closing speed.

Abstract: Atorvastatin, the substance known by the chemical name [R-(R*,R*)]-2-(4-fluorophenyl)-?,? dihydroxy-5-(1-methylethyl)-3-phenyl-4-[(phenylamino)carbonyl]-1H-pyrrole-1-heptanoic acid hemi calcium salt, is readily available in one of its crystalline forms as it is known from the prior art. The present invention relates to a novel process for preparing atorvastatin in an amorphous form by precipitating the atorvastatin using a solvent of a second type from a solution of atorvastatin which is provided with a solvent of a first type. This process is useful for the conversion of atorvastatin in a crystalline form into atorvastatin in an amorphous form.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods for modifying or regulating at least one of glucose or lipid metabolism disorders which comprises administering to a human or vertebrate subject a D1 dopamine agonist in conjunction with a dopamine D2 agonist where the conjoined administration is effective to improve at least one of the following lipid and glucose metabolic indices: body weight, body fat, plasma insulin, plasma glucose and plasma lipid, and plasma lipoprotein. In preferred embodiments, the administration of the D1 dopamine agonist and the D2 dopamine agonist is conducted at a predetermined time.

Abstract: 9a-N-[N?-(phenylsulfonyl)carbamoyl] derivatives of 9-deoxo-9-dihydro-9a-aza-9a-homoerythromycin A and of 5-O-desosaminyl-9-deoxo-9-dihydro-9a-aza-9a-homoerythronolide A and their pharmaceutically acceptable addition salts with inorganic or organic acids are provided, along with a process for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositons, and use in treating bacterial infections.

Abstract: Lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin, mevastatin, atorvastatin, and derivatives and analogs thereof are known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors and are used as antihypercholesterolemic agents. The majority of them are produced by fermentation using microorganisms of different species identified as species belonging to Aspergillus, Monascus, Nocardia, Amycolatopsis, Mucor or Penicillium genus, some are obtained by treating the fermentation products using the methods of chemical synthesis or they are the products of total chemical synthesis.

Abstract: An articulated arm of the rear mirror for cars, bicycles and/or to that of an additional internal car rear mirror, suitable for efficient mounting either on the handlebar or inside the car and allowing for simple adjustment of the viewing position. The articulated rear mirror arm referred to in this invention allows for simple adjustment and arresting of the selected position by means of the articulated parts including the rod shaped structure of the carrier element, the intermediate connection element and the fixing element. The mirror is with its frame fixed to one end of the intermediate connection element, thereby forming an articulation.

Abstract: A process for the isolation and purification of HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors from a mycelium biomass is described, which process comprises: clarifying a mycelium broth and concentrating the clarified broth to a lower volume, acidifying of the concentrate to a pH value in the range of 4.5 to 7.5, followed by extracting the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor with ethyl acetate, crystallization of the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor from a water-miscible or water-soluble organic solvent, and crystallization of the HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor from an organic solvent having limited miscibility or solubility with water. The crystallization steps may also be reverse. The concept of a combination of the specified crystallization steps can also be used for the purification of a crude HMG-CoA reductase inhibitor.

Abstract: Lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin, mevastatin, atorvastatin, and derivatives and analogs thereof are known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors and are used as antihypercholesterolemic agents. The majority of them are produced by fermentation using microorganisms of different species identified as species belonging to Aspergillus, Monascus, Nocardia, Amycolatopsis, Mucor or Penicillium genus, and some are obtained by treating the fermentation products using the methods of chemical synthesis or they are the products of total chemical synthesis. The aforementioned active substances may be destabilized by the environmental factors, their degradation may also be accelerated by interactions with other pharmaceutical ingredients, such as fillers, binders, lubricants, glidants and disintegrating agents, therefore the pharmaceutical ingredients and the process for preparation of the pharmaceutical formulation should be meticulously chosen to avoid the aforementioned undesired interactions and reactions.

Abstract: There is disclosed a composition for a soft (non-metal) sealing material having the following percentage composition based on the overall composition: from 4 to 9 wt. % of fibrillated polyaramide fibers; less than 60 wt. % of powder graphite having a carbon content of 90 to 92 wt. % and such particle size distribution that at least 85% of all particles are in the size range of 10 &mgr;m to 50 &mgr;m; about 30 wt. % of mineral fillers represented by a combination of microsilica having a SiO2 content between 90 and 95 wt. %, a specific surface area according to BET method of 15 to 25 m2/g and such particle size distribution that at least 90 wt. % of all particles are in the particle size range under 5 &mgr;m, and of an active mineral filler having a SiO2 content of at least 98 wt. %, a specific surface area according to BET method of 100 to 120 m2/g and such particle size distribution that at least 90 wt.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an amorphous torasemide modification, to a process for preparation thereof, to its use as a raw material for the preparation of pharmaceutically acceptable salts of torasemide, to pharmaceutical forms containing the amorphous torasemide modification as well as to its use as a diuretic.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel solid pharmaceutical formulation containing lovastatin and simvastatin, respectively, with a particle size D(0.9) between 15 and 100 &mgr;m and a specific particle surface area between 1 and 4 m2/g, and to the process for its preparation. The present invention also relates to the method for production of lovastatin and simvastatin with the size of crystals which are suitable for the preparation of the pharmaceutical formulation of the present invention. The novel solid pharmaceutical formulation is useful for treating hypercholesterolemia and hyperlipidemia.

Abstract: Non-crystalline, in particular amorphous, pharmaceutically acceptable atorvastatin salts, especially the calcium salt, are prepared from atorvastatin lactone or from a compound of formula (I) where A denotes a common protecting group or separate protecting groups for the two hydroxy groups, and B denotes a carboxylic acid protecting group, without the need of prior formation of atorvastatin lactone, the crystalline form of the atorvastatin salt, or a mixture of amorphous and crystalline forms of the atorvastatin salt. Pharmaceutical formulations are prepared from these salts.

Abstract: A crystalline form of the sodium salt of pravastatin, which is known by the chemical name 1-naphthaleneheptanoic acid, 1,2,6,7,8,8a-hexahydro-&bgr;, &dgr;,6-trihydroxy-2-methyl-8-(2-methyl-1-oxobutoxy)-, mono sodium salt, which is useful as a pharmaceutical substance. A method for its preparation and isolation, a pharmaceutical formulation containing the sodium salt of pravastatin in the crystalline form and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, and the pharmaceutical method of treatment are also disclosed.

Abstract: Non-crystalline, in particular amorphous, pharmaceutically acceptable atorvastatin salts, especially the calcium salt, are prepared from atorvastatin lactone or from a compound of formula (I) 1

Abstract: Lovastatin, pravastatin, simvastatin, mevastatin, atorvastatin, and derivatives and analogs thereof are known as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors and are used as and antihypercholesterolemic agents. The majority of them are produced by fermentation using microorganisms of different species identified as species belonging to Aspergilus, Monascus, Nocardia, Amycolatopsis, Mucor or Penicilium genus, some are obtained by treating the fermentation products using the method of chemical synthesis or they are the products of total chemical synthesis. The purity of the active ingredient is an important factor for manufacturing the safe and effective pharmaceutical, especially if the pharmaceutical product must be taken on a longer term basis in the treatment or prevention of high plasma cholesterol. The accumulation of the impurities from the pharmaceuticals of lower purity may cause many side effects during the medical treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel solid pharmaceutical formulation containing lovastatin and simvastatin, respectively, with a particle size D(0.9) between 15 and 100 &mgr;m and a specific particle surface area between 1 and 4 m2/g, and to the process for its preparation. The present invention also relates to the method for production of lovastatin and simvastatin with the size of crystals which are suitable for the preparation of the pharmaceutical formulation of the present invention. The novel solid pharmaceutical formulation is useful for treating hypercholesterolemia and hyperlipidemia.

Abstract: Substantially pure isostructural pseudopolymorphs of 9-deoxo-9a-aza-9a-methyl-9a-homoerythromycin A having the Formula I: 1