Abstract: The invention concerns a method for selectively extracting furan lipids and polyhydroxylated fatty alcohols of avocado, characterised in that it comprises steps which consist in: preparing an unsaponifiable matter of avocado; then in subjecting the unsaponifiable matter of avocado to a step of molecular distillation using adjusted temperature and pressure means to obtain either a distillate comprising mainly furan lipids and polyhydroxylated fatty alcohols of avocado. Said method enables in particular to extract selectively furan lipids of avocado having a furan lipid content of more than 80 wt. %, even close to 98%.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical aerosol formulations are provided comprising substantially nonacicular particles of a bronchodilator selected from the group consisting of ipratropium and pharmacologically acceptable salts, solvates, hydrates, esters and isomers thereof. The described formulations include a propellant selected from the group consisting of a fluorocarbon propellant, a hydrogen-containing fluorocarbon propellant, and mixtures thereof. The formulations are substantially free of both surfactant and solvent. Methods of use and drug delivery devices are also provided.

Abstract: A method is provided for preventing or treating skin conditions, disorders or diseases, such as may be associated with or caused by inflammation, sun damage or natural aging. The method involves administration, preferably topical administration, of an active agent selected from the group consisting of resveratrol, pharmacologically acceptable salts, esters, amides, prodrugs and analogs thereof, and combinations of any of the foregoing. Pharmaceutical formulations for use in conjunction with the aforementioned method are provided as well.

Abstract: A composition and method of cancer chemoprevention is disclosed. The composition and method utilize resveratrol as a cancer chemopreventative agent in mammals, including humans.