Abstract: Orally dissolving formulations, e.g., tablets (ODTs) and films (ODFs) comprising memantine and methods of treating conditions, including childhood behavioral disorders and Alzheimer's disease, by administering orally dissolving formulations are provided. The orally dissolving formulations of the present invention may be used to treat various conditions, but is particularly suited to treat childhood behavioral disorders, such as autistic spectrum disorders or combined type Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and also to treat elderly patients suffering from Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides formulations comprising milnacipran or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof (e.g., milnacipran hydrochloride), including immediate release formulations and modified formulations, such as delayed release and extended release formulations. The present invention provides formulations with improved stability and high bioavailability. Processes for preparing the formulations as well as methods of treating conditions by administering the formulations are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new cephem compounds useful for the treatment of bacterial infections. The invention also relates to methods of preparing the compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, and to methods of treatment using the compounds. The new cephem compounds are stable, exhibit good solubility, and are particularly well suited for, e.g., parenteral administration for the treatment of bacterial infections.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising milnacipran or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof (e.g., milnacipran hydrochloride) and methods for managing fibromyalgia comprising administering milnacipran or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof (e.g., milnacipran hydrochloride). The present invention also relates to titration packs comprising dosage forms (e.g., tablets) comprising milnacipran or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof (e.g., milnacipran hydrochloride) for oral administration. The titration packs enable patient compliance with a regime of changing dosage of the milnacipran or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof (e.g., milnacipran hydrochloride).

Abstract: The invention is directed to formulations of pharmaceutical compounds, such as the Cyclohexylamines and Aminoadamantanes which have antimicrobial properties. In particular, it is directed to aqueous based formulations with reduced amounts of preservatives which allow safe and convenient administration and flexible dosing and which, in the case of oral formulations, are easy to swallow. Optionally, the compositions contain components that provide the requisite stability and shelf life while reducing or avoiding incrustation of the composition around the container closure which leads to leaks and difficulty in opening the container.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an immediate release solid oral dosage form containing 1-aminocyclohexanes, preferably memantine or neramexane, and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable coating, wherein the active ingredient exhibits dose proportionality and is released at a dissolution rate of more than about 80% within about the first 60 minutes following entry of said form into a use environment. The dosage form is direct compressed and has a hardness within the range of between about 3 and about 40 Kp, exhibits an average Tmax within the range of about 2 to about 8 hours with an active ingredient load within the range of about 2.5 to about 150 mg. The formulation allows for dose-proportional compositions for once daily or b.i.d. dosing, while maintaining a steady average range of Tmax.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stable and bioavailable immediate release formulations comprising dopamine receptor ligands. Methods of treating various disorders by administering the formulations are also described.

Abstract: A stable composition for rapid delivery by inhalation to the lungs, and subsequently to the bloodstream, is provided. The composition comprises a therapeutically effective amount of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol in a pharmaceutically-acceptable semiaqueous solvent comprising an alcohol, water and a glycol. A composition comprising volumetric ratios of ethanol:water:propylene glycol selected from those in the range of from 10-70:10-30:20-80, respectively, having a combined total of 100 is also provided. A sterile and/or preserved sealed unit-or multi-unit dosage form of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol is further provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions prepared from equant-shaped crystals of memantine, such as orally dissolving formulations, e.g., tablets (ODTs) and films (ODFs), and to methods of treating conditions, including childhood behavioral disorders (e.g., autism) and Alzheimer's disease by administering the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to bioavailable pharmaceutical formulations of heterocyclic compounds, such as such as N-(3,5-dichloropyrid-4-yl)-4-difluoromethoxy-8-methanesulfonamido-dibenzo[b,d]furan-1-carboxamide (oglemilast) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, to processes for their preparation and to methods of treatment using the same. The present invention also relates to substantially pure amorphous forms of heterocyclic compounds, such as oglemilast. The invention is particularly directed to bioavailable pharmaceutical oral dosage forms containing amorphous oglemilast.

Abstract: A stable composition for rapid delivery by inhalation to the lungs, and subsequently to the bloodstream, is provided. The composition comprises a therapeutically effective amount of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol in a pharmaceutically-acceptable semiaqueous solvent comprising an alcohol, water and a glycol. A composition comprising volumetric ratios of ethanol:water:propylene glycol selected from those in the range of from 10-70:10-30:20-80, respectively, having a combined total of 100 is also provided. A sterile and/or preserved sealed unit-or multi-unit dosage form of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol is further provided.

Abstract: A formulation of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol in a semi-aqueous solvent, such as 35:10:55 alcohol:water:propylene glycol (v/v), produces a stable clear solution near the solubility point of the drug. Because delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol has poor affinity for the formulation, it is able to partition out and transport across cell membranes to reach the bloodstream quickly. This has been demonstrated by the comparative tmax values achieved in single dose intravenous and 14 day multiple dose inhalation studies conducted in dogs and rats.