Abstract: The present invention provides a solid self-emulsifying cannabinoid composition, comprising at least one cannabinoid or a mixture thereof, at least one essential oil or at least one terpene or a mixture thereof, at least two emulsifiers, and at least one adsorbing powder, wherein the cannabinoid(s) are essentially solubilized in the mixture of the terpene(s), essential oil(s) and at least two emulsifiers, wherein the resulting mixture is adsorbed onto the adsorbing powder(s) affording a solid self-emulsifying composition. The invention also provides methods for using the composition of the invention and a kit containing said composition.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Said methods are performed by administering said composition comprising a selenium disulfide and an anhydrous semi-solid base. The stable anhydrous composition are substantially free of selenium disulfide agglomerates.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a foamable pharmaceutical carrier comprising a benefit agent, selected from the group consisting of a dicarboxylic acid and a dicarboxylic acid ester; a stabilizer selected from the group consisting of at least one surface-active agent; at least one polymeric agent and mixtures thereof; a solvent selected from the group consisting of water, a hydrophilic solvent, a hydrophobic solvent, a potent solvent, a polar solvent, a silicone, an emollient, and mixtures thereof, wherein the benefit agent, stabilizer and solvent are selected to provide a composition that is substantially resistant to aging and to phase separation and or can substantially stabilize other active ingredients. The invention further relates to a foamable composition further containing a liquefied hydrocarbon gas propellant.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Said compositions and methods comprise keratolytic agents, such as salicylic acid, selenium disulfide, or the like. Topical administration of said compositions to the eyelid margin or surrounding areas provides therapeutic benefit to patients suffering from meibomian gland dysfunction.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a foamable pharmaceutical carrier comprising a benefit agent, selected from the group consisting of a dicarboxylic acid and a dicarboxylic acid ester; a stabilizer selected from the group consisting of at least one surface-active agent; at least one polymeric agent and mixtures thereof; a solvent selected from the group consisting of water, a hydrophilic solvent, a hydrophobic solvent, a potent solvent, a polar solvent, a silicone, an emollient, and mixtures thereof, wherein the benefit agent, stabilizer and solvent are selected to provide a composition that is substantially resistant to aging and to phase separation and or can substantially stabilize other active ingredients. The invention further relates to a foamable composition further containing a liquefied hydrocarbon gas propellant.

Abstract: The present invention provides self-emulsifying, high concentration and high dose cannabinoid compositions and formulations, to improve administration of cannabinoids and standardized marijuana extracts to patients.

Abstract: The present invention provides a synergistic anti-inflammatory composition comprising one more anti-inflammatory agents such as a steroid, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) or a cannabinoid in combination with one or more sulfated polysaccharides. The invention is further directed to a method of treating inflammation and inflammatory diseases using said synergistic composition.

Abstract: The present invention teaches a foamable pharmaceutical carrier comprising a benefit agent, selected from the group consisting of a dicarboxylic acid and a dicarboxylic acid ester; a stabilizer selected from the group consisting of at least one surface-active agent; at least one polymeric agent and mixtures thereof; a solvent selected from the group consisting of water, a hydrophilic solvent, a hydrophobic solvent, a potent solvent, a polar solvent, a silicone, an emollient, and mixtures thereof, wherein the benefit agent, stabilizer and solvent are selected to provide a composition that is substantially resistant to aging and to phase separation and or can substantially stabilize other active ingredients. The invention further relates to a foamable composition further containing a liquefied hydrocarbon gas propellant.

Abstract: The present invention provides a stable oil-in-water submicron emulsion oral cannabinoid composition, comprising at least one cannabinoid in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, at least one triglyceride oil, at least two emulsifiers, at least one taste-enhancing excipient and water, wherein the composition is essentially free of bitter taste, and is essentially free of phospholipids, liposomes and/or micelles. The present invention also encompasses methods and a kit based on said composition.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Said compositions and methods comprise keratolytic agents, such as salicylic acid, selenium disulfide, or the like. Topical administration of said compositions to the eyelid margin or surrounding areas provides therapeutic benefit to patients suffering from meibomian gland dysfunction.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Said compositions and methods comprise keratolytic agents, such as salicylic acid, selenium disulfide, or the like. Topical administration of said compositions to the eyelid margin or surrounding areas provides therapeutic benefit to patients suffering from meibomian gland dysfunction.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Said methods are performed by administering said composition comprising a selenium disulfide and an anhydrous semi-solid base. The stable anhydrous composition are substantially free of selenium disulfide agglomerates.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the increasing the quantity of lipids secreted from meibomian glands. Such compositions and methods are useful for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction and disorders resulting therefrom.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for treating hyperkeratosis disorders such as dandruff, psoriasis, acne vulgaris, warts, corns, calluses, palmoplantar keratodermas, ichthyosis, seborrheic dermatitis, meibomian gland dysfunction, HPV infection, lichen planus, aclinic keratosis, seborrheic keratosis, etc. Said compositions comprise a selenium-containing amino acid as keratolytic agent, and are topically administered to the skin or eyelid margin of the patient. In some embodiments, the composition comprises a selenium-containing amino acid such as selenium methionine or selenium cysteine formulated in a ophthalmic, dermatological, or cosmetic dosage form.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the increasing the quantity of lipids secreted from meibomian glands. Such compositions and methods are useful for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction and disorders resulting therefrom.

Abstract: Vaporizable compositions based on specific components in cannabis extracts and in particular comprising cannabinol and optionally sleep inducing terpenes, are provided. Such compositions, comprising low to medium concentration of CBN, are particularly useful in treating sleep disorders such as insomnia.

Abstract: The invention relates to uses of an alcohol-free cosmetic or pharmaceutical foam carrier comprising water, a hydrophobic solvent, a foam adjuvant agent, a surface-active agent and a water gelling agent as a flame retardant or flame resistant foam. The hydrophobic solvent is preferably mineral oil; medium chain triglycerides; isopropyl myristearate or octyl dodecanol, silicone oil or vegetable oil or mixtures thereof. The cosmetic or pharmaceutical foam carrier does not contain aliphatic alcohols, also making it non-irritating and non-drying. The alcohol-free foam carrier is suitable for inclusion of both water-soluble and oil-soluble pharmaceutical and cosmetic agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides a synergistic anti-inflammatory composition comprising one more anti-inflammatory agents such as a steroid, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) or a cannabinoid in combination with one or more sulfated polysaccharides. The invention is further directed to a method of treating inflammation and inflammatory diseases using said synergistic composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to an alcohol-free cosmetic or pharmaceutical foam carrier comprising water, a hydrophobic solvent, a foam adjuvant agent, a surface-active agent and a water gelling agent. The cosmetic or pharmaceutical foam carrier does not contain aliphatic alcohols, making it non-irritating and non-drying. The alcohol-free foam carrier is suitable for inclusion of both water-soluble and oil soluble pharmaceutical and cosmetic agents.

Abstract: Described herein are compositions and methods for the treatment of meibomian gland dysfunction. Said compositions and methods comprise keratolytic agents, such as salicylic acid, selenium disulfide, or the like. Topical administration of said compositions to the eyelid margin or surrounding areas provides therapeutic benefit to patients suffering from meibomian gland dysfunction.