Patents by Inventor Geoffrey Guy

Geoffrey Guy has filed for patents to protect the following inventions. This listing includes patent applications that are pending as well as patents that have already been granted by the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO).

  • Publication number: 20220395471
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) for the treatment of atonic seizures. In particular the CBD appears particularly effective in reducing atonic seizures in patients suffering with etiologies that include: Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome; Tuberous Sclerosis Complex; Dravet Syndrome; Doose Syndrome; Aicardi syndrome; CDKL5 and Dup15q in comparison to other seizure types. The disclosure further relates to the use of CBD in combination with one or more anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 11, 2022
    Publication date: December 15, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Stephen Wright, Orrin Devinsky
  • Publication number: 20220387348
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in the treatment of focal seizures. In one embodiment the patients suffering from focal seizures are children and young adults. CBD appears particularly effective in reducing focal seizures in patients suffering with etiologies that include: Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome; Tuberous Sclerosis Complex; Dravet Syndrome; CDKL5; Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinoses (NCL); febrile infection related epilepsy syndrome (FIRES); Aicardi syndrome and brain abnormalities in comparison to other seizure types. Significantly CBD additionally is very effective in the reduction of a sub-type of focal seizures, focal seizures with impairment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2022
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Stephen WRIGHT, Orrin DEVINSKY
  • Publication number: 20220387377
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) type cannabinoid compound for use as a medicament. The THC-type cannabinoid is an enantiomer of the (?)-trans- tetrahydrocannabinol which is a naturally occurring cannabinoid that can be found in cannabis plant strains which have been bred to yield THC as the dominant cannabinoid. The particular enantiomer (+)-cis tetrahydrocannabinol has been found to have properties which are different from the naturally occurring (?)-trans-THC. The cannabinoid (+)-cis-THC has been found to occur in low concentrations in particular cannabis plant strains which have been bred to produce cannabidiol (CBD) as the dominant cannabinoid. Furthermore, the cannabinoid can be produced by synthetic means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2020
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220387350
    Abstract: Cannabidivarin (CBDV) is a cannabinoid designated chemically as 2-[(1R,6R)-3-Methyl-6-(1-methylethenyl)-2-cyclohexen-1-yl]-5-propyl-1,3-benzenediol. Its empirical formula is C19H26O2 and its molecular weight is 286.4 g/mol. CBDV is a cannabinoid that naturally occurs in the Cannabis sativa L. plant. CBDV is an off-white to pale yellow crystalline solid which is insoluble in water and soluble in organic solvents. The present invention encompasses the surprising recognition that certain CBDV preparations which are prepared from a botanical origin are more effective in treating diseases or disorders than preparations of CBDV which are synthetic or purified to the extent no other impurities in the form of other cannabinoids are present. Prior CBDV compositions have been prepared such that no psychoactive components, e.g., tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), remain in the final CBDV preparation. Surprisingly, the absence of such minor impurities reduces the efficacy of CBDV treatment.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2020
    Publication date: December 8, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220380334
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) type cannabinoid compound for use as a medicament. The THC-type cannabinoid is an enantiomer of the (?)-trans-tetrahydrocannabinol which is a naturally occurring cannabinoid that can be found in cannabis plant strains which have been bred to yield THC as the dominant cannabinoid. The particular enantiomer (?)-cis tetrahydrocannabinol has been found to have properties which are different from the naturally occurring (?)-trans-THC. The cannabinoid (?)-cis-THC has been found to occur in low concentrations in particular cannabis plant strains which have been bred to produce cannabidiol (CBD) as the dominant cannabinoid. Furthermore, the cannabinoid can be produced by synthetic means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2020
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220378715
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a cannabidiol (CBD) preparation in the treatment of absence epilepsy. In particular the CBD preparation is characterized by chemical components and/or functional properties that distinguish them from prior CBD compositions. Preferably the CBD used is in the form of a botanically derived purified CBD which comprises greater than or equal to 98% (w/w) CBD and less than or equal to 2% (w/w) of other cannabinoids. The other cannabinoids present are THC at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.1% (w/w); CBD-C1 at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.15% (w/w); CBDV at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.8% (w/w); and CBD-C4 at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.4% (w/w). The botanically derived purified CBD preferably also comprises a mixture of both trans-THC and cis-THC. Alternatively, a synthetically produced CBD is used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2020
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220378738
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) type cannabinoid compound for use as a medicament. The THC-type cannabinoid is an enantiomer of the (?)-trans-tetrahydrocannabinol which is a naturally occurring cannabinoid that can be found in cannabis plant strains which have been bred to yield THC as the dominant cannabinoid. The particular enantiomer (+)-trans tetrahydrocannabinol has been found to have properties which are different from the naturally occurring (?)-trans-THC. The cannabinoid (+)-trans-THC has been found to occur in low concentrations in particular cannabis plant strains. Furthermore, the cannabinoid can be produced by synthetic means.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2020
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220378714
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a cannabidiol (CBD) preparation in the treatment of Fragile X syndrome (FXS). In particular the CBD preparation is characterized by chemical components and/or functional properties that distinguish them from prior CBD compositions. Preferably the CBD used is in the form of a botanically derived purified CBD which comprises greater than or equal to 98% (w/w) CBD and less than or equal to 2% (w/w) of other cannabinoids. The other cannabinoids present are THC at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.1% (w/w); CBD-C1 at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.15% (w/w); CBDV at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.8% (w/w); and CBD-C4 at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.4% (w/w). The botanically derived purified CBD preferably also comprises a mixture of both trans-THC and cis-THC. Alternatively, a synthetically produced CBD is used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 23, 2020
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220378717
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) for the reduction of total convulsive seizure frequency in the treatment of “treatment-resistant epilepsy” (TRE). In particular, the disclosure relates to the use of CBD of treating TRE when the TRE is Dravet syndrome; myoclonic absence seizures or febrile infection related epilepsy syndrome (FIRES). The disclosure further relates to the use of CBD in combination with one or more anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2022
    Publication date: December 1, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Stephen WRIGHT, Orrin DEVINSKY
  • Publication number: 20220323375
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) for the treatment of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). In particular the TSC is treatment resistant and is characterised by generalised seizures or focal seizures with impairment. The disclosure further relates to the use of CBD in combination with one or more anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2022
    Publication date: October 13, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Stephen WRIGHT, Elizabeth THIELE
  • Patent number: 11446258
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) for the treatment of atonic seizures. In particular the CBD appears particularly effective in reducing atonic seizures in patients suffering with etiologies that include: Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome; Tuberous Sclerosis Complex; Dravet Syndrome; Doose Syndrome; Aicardi syndrome; CDKL5 and Dup15q in comparison to other seizure types. The disclosure further relates to the use of CBD in combination with one or more anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 16, 2021
    Date of Patent: September 20, 2022
    Assignee: GW Research Limited
    Inventors: Geoffrey Guy, Stephen Wright, Orrin Devinsky
  • Publication number: 20220265573
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a cannabidiol (CBD) type cannabinoid compound for use as a medicament. The CBD-type cannabinoid, 6-hydroxy cannabidivarin (6-OH CBDV), is a metabolite of cannabidivarin (CBDV). The cannabinoid can be produced by synthetic means and a method for the production of 6-OH CBDV is described herein. In addition, disclosed herein are data which demonstrate the efficacy of 6-OH CBDV in a model of disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 13, 2022
    Publication date: August 25, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLLEY-ROBERTS
  • Patent number: 11419829
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in combination with an agonist of 5-HT2B receptors. Such a combination provides protection against the adverse effects caused by agonists of 5-HT2B receptors. The invention further relates to the use of CBD in combination5 with an amphetamine or amphetamine derivative in the treatment of epilepsy. In one embodiment the CBD is used in combination with the amphetamine derivative fenfluramine to produce a significant reduction in seizures. Preferably the CBD used is in the form of a highly purified extract of cannabis such that the CBD is present at greater than 98% of the total extract (w/w) and the other components of the extract are characterised. In particular the cannabinoid10 tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has been substantially removed, to a level of not more than 0.15% (w/w) and the propyl analogue of CBD, cannabidivarin, (CBDV) is present in amounts of up to 1%. Alternatively, the CBD may be a synthetically produced CBD.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 1, 2018
    Date of Patent: August 23, 2022
    Assignee: GW Research Limited
    Inventors: Benjamin Whalley, Geoffrey Guy, Volker Knappertz, Royston Gray, Rohini Rana
  • Publication number: 20220257529
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) for the treatment of epileptic spasms. In particular the epileptic spasms that are treated are associated with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). In a further embodiment the epileptic spasm is treated with CBD in combination with clobazam. Preferably the CBD used is in the form of a botanically derived purified CBD which comprises greater than or equal to 98% (w/w) CBD and less than or equal to 2% (w/w) of other cannabinoids. The other cannabinoids present are THC at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.1% (w/w); CBD-C1 at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.15% (w/w); CBDV at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.8% (w/w); and CBD-C4 at a concentration of less than or equal to 0.4% (w/w). The botanically derived purified CBD preferably also comprises a mixture of both trans-THC and cis-THC. Alternatively, a synthetically produced CBD is used.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2020
    Publication date: August 18, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Eduardo DUNAYEVICH, Daniel CHECKETTS
  • Publication number: 20220249396
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in the treatment of patients with childhood-onset epilepsy who are concurrently taking one or more antiepileptic drugs that works via GABA receptor agonism. Preferably the AED is stiripentol. Preferably the CBD used is in the form of a highly purified extract of cannabis such that the CBD is present at greater than 98% of the total extract (w/w) and the other components of the extract are characterized. In particular the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has been substantially removed, to a level of not more than 0.15% (w/w) and the propyl analogue of CBD, cannabidivarin, (CBDV) is present in amounts of up to 1%. Alternatively, the CBD may be a synthetically produced CBD.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 16, 2021
    Publication date: August 11, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Voiker KNAPPRTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY
  • Patent number: 11406623
    Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods of treating tuberous sclerosis complex comprising administering cannabidiol and everolimus.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 9, 2022
    Assignee: GW Research Limited
    Inventors: Geoffrey Guy, Volker Knappertz, Eduardo Dunayevich, David Critchley
  • Patent number: 11400055
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) for the treatment of Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). In particular the TSC is treatment resistant and is characterised by generalised seizures or focal seizures with impairment. The disclosure further relates to the use of CBD in combination with one or more anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2021
    Date of Patent: August 2, 2022
    Assignee: GW Research Limited
    Inventors: Geoffrey Guy, Stephen Wright, Elizabeth Thiele
  • Publication number: 20220226257
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a specific composition of cannabidiol (CBD) in the treatment of comorbidities associated with epilepsy. In one embodiment the comorbidities are surprisingly found to be improved patients where there is as absence of reduction in seizures. The CBD used is in the form of a highly purified extract of cannabis such that the CBD is present at greater than 98% of the total extract (w/w) and the other components of the extract are characterised. In particular the cannabinoid tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is present in an amount of from 0.02 to 0.1% (w/w).
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 16, 2020
    Publication date: July 21, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ, Benjamin WHALLEY, Marie WOOLEY-ROBERTS
  • Publication number: 20220202738
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD) in the treatment of absence seizures. In particular, the disclosure relates to the use of CBD for reducing absence seizures in patients suffering with etiologies that include: Lennox-Gastaut Syndrome; Tuberous Sclerosis Complex; Dravet Syndrome; Doose Syndrome; CDKL5; Dup15q; Jeavons syndrome; Myoclonic Absence Epilepsy; Neuronal ceroid lipofuscinoses (NCL) and brain abnormalities. The disclosure further relates to the use of CBD in combination with one or more anti-epileptic drugs (AEDs).
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 8, 2022
    Publication date: June 30, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Stephen WRIGHT, Orrin DEVINSKY
  • Publication number: 20220183997
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of cannabidiol (CBD), a phytocannabinoid which is naturally produced by Cannabis sativa plants or can be made synthetically, for use in combination with antibiotics. Preferably the CBD increases the bactericidal action of antibiotics. More preferably the bactericidal action is used against Gram-negative bacteria. In a further embodiment the CBD increases the antibiotic effects of Kanamycin in Gram-positive bacteria. Such combinations may help overcome antibiotic resistance. Preferably the CBD used is in the form of a highly purified extract of Cannabis such that the CBD is present at greater than 95% of the total extract (w/w) and the other components of the extract are characterised. In particular tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) has been substantially removed to a level of not more than 0.1% (w/w). Alternatively, it is a synthetically produced CBD. In use the CBD is used concomitantly with one or more antibiotics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 3, 2020
    Publication date: June 16, 2022
    Inventors: Geoffrey GUY, Volker KNAPPERTZ