Abstract: Methods are provided for using methotrexate (MTX) in which reduced host toxicity is observed. Aspects of the methods include administering to a subject an effective amount of MTX in conjunction with a MTX toxicity-reducing adjuvant, such as a 2,2?-anhydropyrimidine, a derivative thereof or a uridine phosphorylase inhibitor. Also provided are compositions that find use in practicing embodiments of the invention. The methods and compositions find use in a variety of applications, including the treatment of a variety of different disease conditions.

Abstract: The anti-angiogenic functions of a polysulfated, cyclic compound, ST104P, were investigated. ST104P exhibited excellent water solubility and low cytotoxicity to endothelial cells. ST104P potently inhibited the secretion of matrix metalloproteinase (MMPs) by endothelial cells. Moreover, ST104 also perturbed the migration and tube formation of endothelial cells. Application of ST104P abolished the neovascularization in chicken choroiallantoic membrane (CAM) in a dose-dependent manner. Besides, repeated administration of ST104P into Lewis lung carcinoma resulted in delayed tumor growth and prolonged the life span of tumor-bearing mice. These results indicated that ST104P inhibited angiogenesis and may hold promises for treatment of cancer and diseases or conditions caused by excessive angiogenesis.

Abstract: The disclosure concerns an injectable composition of paclitaxel, more particularly, an injectable composition of paclitaxel having excellent anticancer effect comprising solubilizer such as polyoxyl hydrogenated castor oil, anhydrous ethanol and stabilizer such as N-acetyl amino acid. The injectable compositions of paclitaxel provide a medical effect higher than that of the known compositions showing not only a lower toxicity but also superior solubility of paclitaxel and stability at room temperature, thus enabling venous injection by having fine particles.

Abstract: The present invention relates to medical uses of 39-desmethoxyrapamycin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating a patient suffering from a disorder of the central nervous system associated with 5-HT1A receptor subtype, comprising as an active ingredient a carbostyril derivative or a salt thereof represented by the formula (1): wherein the carbon-carbon bond between 3- and 4-positions in the carbostyril skeleton is a single or a double bond.

Abstract: A method of preventing or treating either scarring or capsular contractures in subjects in need of such treatment comprising the administration of leukotriene receptor antagonists to said subject in need of treatment.

Abstract: Provided are compounds of the formula (1): wherein R? is hydrogen, methyl or NH2C(O)CH2—; R? and R?? are independently methyl or hydrogen; R adn Ry are independently hydroxy or hydrogen; R1 is hydroxy, hydrogen, or hydroxysulfonyloxy; R7 is hydroxy, hydrogen, hydroxysulfonyloxy or phosphonooxy; R2 is a novel acyl side chain. Also provided are novel formulations, methods of inhibiting fungal and parasitic activity, and a process for preparing dideoxy (R?H) forms of the compounds.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel methods of inhibiting pathological conditions related to organ systems which respond to estrogen agonists comprising administering to a mammal in need of such treatment an effective amount of a compound of formula I wherein the variables A, B, Y, D, Z1, G and e are as described herein.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the production of a vascular damaging effect in a warm-blooded animal such as a human, which comprises administering to said animal an effective amount of ZD6126 or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, before, after or simultaneously with an effective amount of one of the following therapies: i) ionizing radiation; ii) a platinum anti-tumor agent; and iii) a taxane.

Abstract: A method of treating a cerebrovascular disease, particularly stroke, is described. A method of treating a cerebrovascular disease includes administering pyridoxal-5?-phosphate, pyridoxal, pyridoxine, pyridoxamine, 3-acylated analogues of pyridoxal, 3-acylated analogues of pyridoxal-4,5-aminal, pyridoxine phosphonate analogues, or pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

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: Compositions comprising 5-methoxy-carbonylamino-N-acetyltryptamine compounds and derivatives thereof for the treatment of depression are disclosed.

Abstract: A food product suitable for reducing low density lipoprotein cholesterol levels comprising an amount of soy protein of at least 5 grams per average serving and at least 5 mg/kg statins is described. Preferably the food product comprises a fermented soy ingredient.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions that exhibit reduced gastrointestinal side-effects comprising a known active substance having antitumor effects selected from the group consisting of pyrimidine derivatives, or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof, and O-(3-piperidino-2-hydroxy-1-propyl)nicotinic acid amidoxime, or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof, are disclosed.

Abstract: A method of treating Batten disease in a subject in need thereof comprises administering to said subject an active agent selected from the group consisting of flupirtine and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof in an amount effective to treat Batten disease in that subject. The administering step is preferably an oral administering step, and the active agent is preferably flupirtine maleate.

Abstract: A method and compositions are provided for increased cerebral bioavailability of blood-born compositions by administering the composition of interest while increasing brain NO levels. This increase in NO levels may be accomplished by stimulating increased production of NO by eNOS, especially by administering L-arginine, by administering agents that increase NO levels independent of ecNOS, or by any combination of these methods. As NO is increased, cerebral blood flow is consequently increased, and drugs in the blood stream are carried along with the increased flow into brain tissue. By increased flow, the site of action will be exposed to more drug molecules. By stimulating increased NO production, administration of drugs that are not easily introduced to the brain may be facilitated and/or the serum concentration necessary to achieve desired physiologic effects may be reduced.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to a method of treating infectious bursal disease (IBD) in an avian subject in need of such treatment. The method comprises administering to the subject a compound of the formulas (I) through (IV) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in an amount sufficient to treat IBD. In another aspect, the invention relates to a method of producing active immunity against infectious bursal virus disease (IBD) in an avian subject. The method comprises administering to a subject an immunogenic-amount of an IBDV vaccine and a compound selected from the compounds of formulas (I) through (IV) described herein. The compound represented by formulas (I) through (IV) is administered in an amount sufficient to induce an immune response in the avian subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides a percutaneously administrable preparation comprising either an aqueous base comprising 1-menthol, a lower alcohol and an acidic buffer or water, or an oily base comprising 1-menthol, a lower alcohol and isopropyl myristate, and a cerebral function activator, for example, 2-(3-isoxazolyl)-3,6,7,9-tetrahydroimidazo[4,5-d]pyrano[4,3-b]pyridine, pharmaceutically acceptable salt or hydrate thereof.

Abstract: Intestinal gas, cramping and/or anorectal irritation are treated by oral administration of an effective or sufficient amount of a composition comprising polyethylene glycol, preferably dispersed and/or dissolved in an aqueous medium. The PEG compositions used for the present invention are desirably substantially free of ancillary electrolytes.

Abstract: A method of treating congestive heart failure is diclosed comprising administering 5,6-dihydroxy- or 5,6-diisobutyroyloxy-2-methylaminotetralin or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.