Abstract: This invention concerns compositions of chondrocytic cells, notably human ones, and the methods for preparing and using them. More specifically, the invention describes the production of autologous human chondrocyte suspensions, employing recombinant enzymes and/or media that are compatible with pharmaceutical use. The invention also describes methods and compositions for freezing chondrocytes, notably in the absence of DMSO. The chondrocytes which are produced can be used in vivo to restore affected cartilaginous structures, such as in post-traumatic cartilaginous defects or dissecting osteochondrite of the knee or, more generally, for treating and repairing clinically significant defects in cartilage, notably in joint cartilage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a medium allowing the preservation and cryopreservation of biological materials such as animal cells and viral particles that are directly injectable or reinjectable into an organism. A medium for preserving and/or freezing biological materials, including a saline solution, modified fluid gelatin and human serum albumin, is disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to perhydroisoindole derivatives of 08/448,402 formula (I), wherein radicals R are phenyl radicals optionally 2-or 3-substituted by a halogen atom or a methyl radical; R.sub.1 is optionally substituted phenyl, cyclohexadienyl, naphthyl, indenyl or optionally substituted heterocyclyl; R.sub.2 is H, halogen, OH, alkyl, aminoalkyl, alkylaminoalkyl, dialkylaminoalkyl, alkoxy, alkylthio, acyloxy, acyloxy, carboxy, optionally substituted alkyloxycarbonyl, benzyloxycarbonyl, amino or acylamino; and R.sub.3 is optionally 2-substituted phenyl; optionally salts thereof where applicable; and preparation thereof. Said derivatives are particularly useful as neurokinin A antagonists.