Abstract: Treatment of psychoses with (R)-hydroxynefazodone is disclosed.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are disclosed which utilize metabolites of bupropion for treating disorders ameliorated by inhibition of neuronal monoamine reuptake. Such disorders include, but are not limited to, erectile dysfunction, affective disorders, cerebral function disorders, cigarette smoking, and incontinence. The invention further discloses methods of making optically pure bupropion metabolites.

Abstract: Methods of treating neuropathic pain, tinnitus, and related disorders are disclosed. These methods comprise the administration of optically pure R(−)-ketoprofen. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of neuropathic pain and tinnitus which comprise optically pure R(−)-ketoprofen.

Abstract: The invention is directed to compositions comprising, and methods of using, racemic N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (−)-N-desmethylzopiclone in the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions in mammals. The invention is further directed to novel methods of preparing N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (−)-N-desmethylzopiclone.

Abstract: Methods of preparing, and compositions comprising, derivatives of (−)-venlafaxine are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of treating and preventing diseases and disorders including, but not limited to, affective disorders such as depression, bipolar and manic disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cerebral function disorders, obesity and weight gain, incontinence, dementia and related disorders.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed which utilize metabolites of bupropion for treating disorders ameliorated by inhibition of neuronal monoamine reuptake. Such disorders include, cerebral function disorders, cigarette smoking, and incontinence.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions such as, but are not limited to: eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: This invention encompasses methods for the treatment and prevention of disorders that include, but are not limited to, eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: This invention encompasses methods for the treatment and prevention of disorders that include, but are not limited to, eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of sexual. The methods comprise the administration of a dopamine reuptake inhibitor and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound. Pharmaceutical compositions and dosage forms are also disclosed that comprise a dopamine reuptake inhibitor and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound. Preferred dopamine reuptake inhibitors are racemic or optically pure sibutramine metabolites and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and clathrates thereof. Preferred additional pharmacologically active compounds include drugs that affect the central nervous system, such as 5-HT3 antagonists.

Abstract: The invention is directed to compositions comprising, and methods of using, racemic N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (−)-N-desmethylzopiclone in the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions in mammals. The invention is further directed to novel methods of preparing N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (−)-N-desmethylzopiclone.

Abstract: The invention is directed to compositions comprising, and methods of using, N-desmethylzolpidem in the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions in mammals. Examples of such diseases and conditions include, but are not limited to: sleep disorders such as insomnia; affective disorders such as depression, attention deficit disorder, and attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity or attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder; convulsive disorders such as epilepsy; anxiety; aggressive behavior; spasticity or acute muscle spasm; behavioral disorders; schizophrenia; and disorders associated with abnormal plasma hormone levels such as endocrine disorders.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of affective disorders with racemic or optically pure sibutramine metabolites and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and clathrates thereof.

Abstract: A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (S,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects. (S,R)-Formoterol may be conveniently and safely formulated for aerosol administration.

Abstract: Substantially optically pure S-oxybutynin, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, is administered as a treatment for asthma. Such treatment is provided while reducing the adverse effects associated with the administration of racemic oxybutynin.

Abstract: Compositons employing and methods utilizing the optically pure (+) isomer of norcisapride are disclosed. This compound has surprisingly been found to be a potent drug for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system. The compound, (+) norcisapride, has also been found to be a potent antiemetic agent. Finally, the (+) isomer of norcisapride also avoids certain adverse side effects and certain adverse drug interactions.

Abstract: A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (S,R) isomer of formoterol, which is a bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects. (S,R)-Formoterol may be conveniently and safely formulated for aerosol administration.

Abstract: A method and composition are disclosed utilizing the pure (S) isomer of salmeterol which is a potent bronchodilator with reduced adverse effects, having a better selectivity for &bgr;2 receptors than the corresponding R enantiomer or the racemate.

Abstract: Compositons employing and methods utilizing the optically pure (+) isomer of norcisapride are disclosed. This compound has surprisingly been found to be a potent drug for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system. The compound, (+) norcisapride, has also been found to be a potent antiemetic agent. Finally the (+) isomer of norcisapride also avoids certain adverse side effects and certain adverse drug interactions.

Abstract: Methods of preparing, and compositions comprising, derivatives of (+)-venlafaxine are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of treating and preventing diseases and disorders including, but not limited to, affective disorders such as depression, bipolar and manic disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cerebral function disorders, obesity and weight gain, incontinence, dementia and related disorders.