Abstract: Automotive vehicles and trailer mounted boats are repossessed with a system including a central station with a computer arrangement which prepares a first message including order information from lien holders. The first message is sent by e-mail to tow trucks via a communication link including the Internet and a wireless link. The tow trucks include a computer for receiving the first messages. The tow truck drivers prepare second e-mail messages which are sent back to the computer arrangement via a wireless link and the Internet. The lien holders can access the computer arrangement to determine order status.

Abstract: A method of producing filters using lower unloaded Q factor components than filters with the same performance characteristics but requiring higher unloaded Q factor components is disclosed. The method includes the steps of defining a desired filter characteristic and applying an algorithm which provides a filter having infinite Q factor elements and having a theoretical characteristic corresponding to the desired characteristic transformed to a compensate for the difference between finite Q factor and infinite Q factor elements.

Abstract: A method of producing filters using lower unloaded Q factor components than filters with the same performance characteristics but requiring higher unloaded Q factor components is disclosed. The method includes the steps of defining a desired filter characteristic and applying an algorithm which provides a filter having infinite Q factor elements and having a theoretical characteristic corresponding to the desired characteristic transformed to a compensate for the difference between finite Q factor and infinite Q factor elements.

Abstract: A delayed and sustained release composition of an additive and/or toxic agent such as nicotine is delivered systemically in therapeutic amounts while avoiding the peak plasma levels which gives rise to addiction and/or toxic side effects. The composition is delivered for absorption predominantly from the colon.

Abstract: A method is provided to treat inflammatory bowel disease by locally administering to the colon an effective amount of nicotine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, preferably via formulations adapted for delayed oral release or rectal administration. Further provided is a novel formulation for the oral administration of nicotine comprising a polyacrylic polymer complexed with nicotine.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a sterile pharmaceutical composition comprising a propofol containing oil-in-water emulsion formulation having as an antimicrobial agent, a member selected from the group consisting of benzyl alcohol and ethylene diamine tetra acetic acid; benzethonium chloride; and benzyl alcohol and sodium benzoate.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a sterile pharmaceutical composition comprising a propofol containing oil-in-water emulsion formulation having as an antimicrobial agent, a member selected from the group consisting of benzyl alcohol and sodium ethylene diamine tetraacetate; benzethonium chloride; and benzyl alcohol and sodium benzoate.

Abstract: An anchor nail for use with gypsum and other cementitious or composite materials used in roofing which includes a tapered tubular shank having openings therein through which ends of an insert wire staple are deflected to provide an anchoring for the nail within the material and wherein the legs of the staple are formed so as to prevent fastener withdrawal.

Abstract: A complex of an amide-type anesthetic, such as lignocaine, and a carbomer is effective as a topical composition for the treatment of pain, and in particular for the treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.

Abstract: A method is provided to treat inflammatory bowel disease by locally administering to the colon an effective amount of nicotine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, preferably via formulations adapted for delayed oral release or rectal administration. Further provided is a novel formulation for the oral administration of nicotine comprising a polyacrylic polymer complexed with nicotine.

Abstract: A method is provided to treat inflammatory bowel disease by locally administering to the colon an effective amount of nicotine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, preferably via formulations adapted for delayed oral release or rectal administration. Further provided is a novel formulation for the oral administration of nicotine comprising a polyacrylic polymer complexed with nicotine.

Abstract: Complexes of bismuth, e.g. bismuth salts, and polyacrylate, e.g. carbomer, are discloses which may be incorporated into pharmaceutical compositions for oral, oral delayed-release, and rectal administration. The complexes may be combined with an antibiotic, such as tetracycline, and an antiprotozoal agent, e.g. Metronidazole, for use in the treatment of Helicobacter pylori infection. The treatment of inflammatory bowel disease using bismuth/polyacrylate complexes, or other bismuth preparations, is also described.

Abstract: A granular composition comprising a pesticidally active amount of a fungal biological control agent said agent being present in the form of blastospores.

Abstract: An isolated nuclear polyhedrosis virus strain having the characteristics of the sample deposited in the European Collection of Animal Cell Cultures under accession number V93071301.

Abstract: A solid dosage form, such as a capsule or tablet, containing a pharmacologically active agent is coated with an anionic polymer, which is insoluble in gastric juice and in intestinal juice below pH7 but soluble in colonic intestinal juice, in a sufficient amount that the oral dosage form remains intact until it reaches the colon. The preferred anionic polymer is a partly methyl esterified methacrylic acid polymer in which the ratio of free carboxylic groups to ester groups is about 1:2. The invention has particular application to dosage forms of prednisolone and salts thereof, indomethacin, ibuprofen, and, especially, 5-amino-salicylic acid.

Abstract: A solid dosage form, such as a capsule or tablet, containing a pharmacologically active agent is coated with an anionic polymer, which is insoluble in gastric juice and in intestinal juice below pH7 but soluble in colonic intestinal juice, in a sufficient amount that the oral dosage form remains intact until it reaches the colon. The preferred anionic polymer is a partly methyl esterified methacrylic acid polymer in which the ratio of free carboxylic groups to ester groups is about 1:2. The invention has particular application to dosage forms of prednisolone and salts thereof, indomethacin, ibuprofen, and, especially, 5-amino-salicylic acid.

Abstract: An orally administrable pharmaceutical dosage form for selectively administering a drug to the intestine comprises a plurality of enteric coated granules of the drug contained in an enterically coated capsule which releases the granules in the small intestine. The granules are preferably coated with a coating which remains intact until the coated granules reach at least the ileum and thereafter provide a sustained release of the drug in the colon. Suitable coating materials are selected from the Eudragit range of (meth)acrylate and (meth)acrylic and polymers. The invention has particular application to topically active drugs such as topically active steroids, bismuth salts and complexes, and especially, 5-amino-salicylic acid.

Abstract: An exercise assembly adapted to build endurance in dogs by allowing them to maintain a continuous running mode. A support frame serves to movably support a treadmill and a treadway mounted thereon wherein a plurality of independent, spaced apart roller assemblies support and allow the continuous linear movement of the closed configuration treadmill. The dog, running on the treadmill is prompted to continue his running motion by attempting to reach a bait animal maintained in a bait cage out of the reach of the dog being exercised.

Abstract: Essential Oils (including Arematic Carminatives) and their active components are selectively administered to the intestine to treat irritable colon syndron and other intestinal disorders responsive to treatment with a carminative. The oils are presented in a rectal or, preferably, enteric preparation, especially an enterically coated hard gelatine capsule. Peppermint oil is presently preferred.

Abstract: An adhesive composition consisting essentially of a poly (lower alkyl) methacrylate, a liquid plasticizer, an inert particulate filler, and a chlorinated rubber; and a method of using the same to secure the pouch of an ileostomy, ureterostomy, colostomy or the like appliance to the skin.