Abstract: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a devastating disease that leads initially to death of motor nerves with some progression to death of sensory and autonomic nerves. Experimental work shows that more electrical energy is required to successfully stimulate motor vs. sensory nerve components of a nerve and longer vs. shorter components of a nerve. This discovery explains sparing of the nerves of ocular motion and nerves of rectal and urethral sphincters in patients suffering from ALS and supports the energy hypothesis of ALS. Neurons and peripheral nerves are dependent upon glial cells and oligodendrocytes respectively to support their high energy demands. These supporting cells shuttle lactate to neurons and nerves. Lactate is required to sustain contraction of skeletal muscle. Administration of racemic or L-lactate in an amount greater than the capacity of the liver to oxidize will increase the available lactate to nerves and neurons and improve the symptoms of ALS.

Abstract: The present invention provides, among other things, methods and compositions for modulating inflammation. The present invention is based, in part, on the surprising discovery that peripheral regulatory T cells (pTreg), can be induced to differentiate after exposure to bacterial metabolites. In some embodiments, provided methods and compositions are used to treat diseases resulting from inflammation.

Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed are oral dosage forms containing a Ras antagonist including FTS and structural analogs thereof, and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable excipient other than a cyclodextrin, and methods of orally administering same to treat diseases and disorders responsive to the Ras antagonists.

Abstract: The object of the present invention to provide an agent effective for treating and preventing e.g. a disease caused by reduction in frataxin production. The present invention provides a frataxin enhancer comprising 5-aminolevulinic acid (ALA) or a derivative thereof or salts thereof, as well as a therapeutic and/or prophylactic agent for a disease caused by reduction in frataxin production.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for preserving, restoring, or enhancing vision of a subject by administering compositions to an injured or diseased eye.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a topical pharmaceutical composition comprising acitretin and a process for its preparation. It also relates to a method of treating skin disorders by administering said topical pharmaceutical composition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to controlled release pharmaceutical compositions comprising fumaric acid ester(s) as active substance(s). The compositions are suitable for use in the treatment of e.g. psoriasis or other hyperproliferative, inflammatory or autoimmune disorders and are designated to release the fumaric acid ester in a controlled manner so that local high concentrations of the active substance within the gastrointestinal tract upon oral administration can be avoided and, thereby, enabling a reduction in gastro-intestinal related side-effects.

Abstract: The subject invention provides a method for treating a subject afflicted with a form of multiple sclerosis (MS) or presenting a clinically isolated syndrome (CIS) comprising periodically administering to the subject an amount of laquinimod and an amount of a compound of formula (I): as described herein. The subject invention also provides packages and pharmaceutical compositions comprising laquinimod and a compound of formula (I) as described herein. The subject invention further provides uses of said compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and packages in treating a subject afflicted with a form of MS or presenting a CIS.

Abstract: The invention concerns a calcium/cation-sensing receptor (CaSR) antagonist to treat an inflammatory lung disorder; a method of treatment involving said antagonist; a combination therapeutic comprising said antagonist and at least one other agent; and a nebuliser or inhaler containing same.

Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions of multi-component systems which comprise at least one peroxidic species, solubilized with a stabilizing solvent, in combination with a chelating dye, and an aromatic redox compound. Further, the present invention relates to methods or use of the pharmaceutical composition for treating, preventing, or managing a disease of a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: Stable formulations of Olopatadine, methods of making such formulations and methods of treatment using such formulations are provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the treatment of prevention of tinnitus. More precisely, the present invention relates to a compound modulating chloride co-transporter NKCC1 (chloride co-transporter modulator) for use in the treatment of tinnitus. In addition, the present invention concerns pharmaceutical composition comprising such an NKCC1 chloride co-transporter modulator as an active agent a method for the treatment or prevention of tinnitus by administering such a chloride co-transporter modulator, and a screening method for the identification and characterization of compounds capable of modulation chloride co-transporter NKCC1.

Abstract: The invention provides naphthofuran compounds, polymorphs of naphthofuran compounds, naphthofuran compounds in particle form, purified compositions that contain one or more naphthofuran compounds, purified compositions that contain one or more naphthofuran compounds in particle form, methods of producing these naphthofuran compounds, polymorphs, purified compositions and/or particle forms, and methods of using these naphthofuran compounds, polymorphs, purified compositions and/or particle forms to treat subjects in need thereof.

Abstract: A method for treating radiotherapy- or chemotherapy-induced cognitive or emotional impairment by topically administering a cannabinoid. Also provided is a method for treating a tumor by topically administering a cannabinoid together with radiotherapy and/or chemotherapy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to combination therapies for treating Alzheimer's disease or an amyloidosis-associated pathological condition comprising co-administering a therapeutically effective amount of a first compound, and a therapeutically effective amount of a second compound. In certain embodiments, the first compound or the second compound inhibits AB peptide polymerization; is an anti-inflammatory; improves cognitive function, mood, or social behavior; is associated with Tau or alpha-synuclein; or regulates amyloid peptide washout.

Abstract: The invention provides safe and efficacious treatments for Female Sexual Disorders, genitopelvic pain/penetration disorders, vulvovaginal atrophy, vestibulodynia, dyspareunia, sexual interest/arousal disorder, low female libido, and female orgasmic disorder.

Abstract: An improved dietary and/or therapeutic supplement composition comprising a quantity of a dietary and/or therapeutic supplement agent having a pH that upon ingestion with food or a beverage would limit the effectiveness of the agent and a sufficient amount of an alkaline electrolyte additive is provided in combination with the agent to raise the pH of the composition to a level of from about 8 to about 12.5 to increase the effectiveness and functional utilization of the agent while the composition is in the person's stomach.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition comprising an indirubin derivative for stimulating longitudinal bone growth. Because the composition for stimulating longitudinal bone growth according to the present invention is shown to be effective in longitudinal bone growth, it may be used not only as a composition for stimulating longitudinal bone growth, but also as a pharmaceutical composition for treating or preventing short stature, microplasia, dwarfism, or precocious puberty.

Abstract: Compounds of the present invention and pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, are useful as modulators of ATP-Binding Cassette (“ABC”) transporters or fragments thereof, including Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (“CFTR”). The present invention also relates to methods of treating ABC transporter mediated diseases using compounds of the present invention.

Abstract: This disclosure provides agents, compositions and methods of treating cancer by inhibiting histone lysine specific demethylase 1 (LSD1) and/or and a histone lysine specific demethylase 2 (LSD2). Agents and compositions comprise statins and/or inhibitors of LSD1/2.

Abstract: Spirocyclic cyclohexane compounds useful in pharmaceutical compositions for use in the treatment of substance dependency.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising a synaptic vesicle glycoprotein 2A (SV2A) inhibitor in an extended release and an acetylcholinesterase inhibitor (AChEIs). The invention also relates to using such compositions in treating cognitive impairment associated with central nervous system disorders in a subject in need or at risk thereof, including, without limitation, subjects having or at risk for age-related cognitive impairment, Mild Cognitive Impairment (MCI), dementia, Alzheimer's Disease (AD), prodromal AD, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), cancer-therapy-related cognitive impairment, mental retardation, Parkinson's disease (PD), autism, compulsive behavior, and substance addiction.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions for stimulating the formation of one or more extracellular matrix components that contain a lipoaminoacid derivative of the tripeptide carnosine such as N-Octanoyl Carnosine. Also provided are compositions containing N-Octanoyl Carnosine in combination with selected tripeptide and/or tetrapeptides as well as pharmaceutical and/or cosmetic compositions containing such compositions. The invention further provides methods of using the compositions and compositions of the invention to treat, alleviate, and/or ameliorate a symptom, condition, disorder, or disease of the skin or mucosa, wherein the symptom, condition, disorder, or disease is associated with changes in extracellular matrix components.

Abstract: Methods for treating fecal incontinence by administering to a subject in need thereof compositions including oxymetazoline as an active ingredient. Kits including compositions of oxymetazoline suitable for topical application, for the treatment of fecal incontinence.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are pharmaceutical compositions, methods and kits for lowering the serum uric acid level of a subject and for the treatment of a condition associated with elevated serum uric acid levels comprising administering a composition comprising a first urate-lowering agent and a second urate-lowering agent. In some aspects the first urate-lowering agent is (?)-halofenate, (?)-halofenic acid, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. In some aspects the second urate-lowering agent is an inhibitor of uric acid production, a uricosuric agent, a uricase, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: Methods for treating or relieving at least one symptom of urticarial disorders including chronic idiopathic urticaria, angioedema, and anaphylaxis, or a combination of these disorders in a mammal, including humans. The method comprises administering to the mammal a therapeutically effective amount of pramipexole, dexpramipexole or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: In an aspect, the invention relates to compositions and methods for treating sepsis, including but not limited neonatal sepsis and sepsis related to infection. In an aspect, the invention relates to compositions and methods for attenuating adverse conditions of sepsis resulting from enterovirus infection. In an aspect, the invention relates to improved formulations of antiviral agents such as pleconaril for the treatment, alleviation and prevention of conditions associated with sepsis.

Abstract: Provided are a composition for preventing or treating a bacterial infectious disease, comprising a phospholipase D2 (PLD2) inhibitor as an active ingredient and a method for treating the bacterial infectious disease using the same. Since the PLD2 inhibitor according to the present invention exhibits characteristics such as blocking of lung inflammation and liver inflammation, bactericidal activity through induction of NET production, effective maintenance of neutrophil mobility through the blocking of intracellular CXCR2 migration, and blocking of the production of inflammatory cytokines in bacterial infectious disease models, particularly, sepsis models, it is expected to be used as a therapeutic agent for sepsis or septic shock.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides inventive methods and formulations for immunosuppressive therapy for dry eye and other related immune mediated eye diseases. The formulations can comprise one or more immunomodulatory drugs such as parenterally administered liposome encapsulated rapamycin and topically administered tacrolimus. Immunomodulatory drugs herein can be formulated and administered to address the causes and/or reduce the symptoms of dry eye and/or other related immune mediated diseases of the eye.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds represented by formula (I) and pharmaceutical acceptable salts thereof, preparation method therefor and pharmaceutical composition containing the compounds represented by formula (I) and pharmaceutical acceptable salts thereof. In the compounds of the present invention, each terminal group of polyethylene glycol molecule can bond with a plurality of rapamycin molecules by cactus oligopeptide, with the loading rate of the pharmaceutical being increased. The compounds can be used to induce immunosuppression and treat graft rejection, autoimmune disease, solid tumors, fungal infection, and cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease.

Abstract: Methods for manufacturing and using a pharmaceutical composition for reducing the frequency of urination is disclosed. The pharmaceutical composition comprises an analgesic agent and zolpedim.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising: (a) a beta-lactam compound selected from sulbactam, cefepime or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof, and (b) a compound of Formula (I) or a stereoisomer or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention is a method of treating periodontal disease and in particular a method of treating gingivitis and periodontitis by administering an Epithelial-to-mesenchymal transition altering compound. The compound may be a natural compound or a synthetic compound. The compound may be in pill form, liquid form (.e.g. mouthwash), cream form (e.g. a topical cream), ointment form, paste form (e.g. toothpaste), lotion form, gel form (e.g. toothgel), a powder form, or sheet form (e.g. a sheet adapted to be inserted into a periodontal pocket and to dissolve thereafter).

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for cleansing the gastrointestinal tract prior to a colonoscopy or other gastrointestinal procedure is provided. The composition comprises polyethylene glycol and sodium picosulfate and is suitable to make up to 1.5 liters of aqueous solution for oral administration.

Abstract: A novel combination of two antifungal agents is provided. The combination contains ciclopirox and a triazole containing antifungal agent or salts thereof. The invention also provides a method of treating onychomycosis using said antifungal agent combination.

Abstract: This invention concerns combinations of inhibitors of MEK, Raf protein kinases, and other kinases including VEGFR1-3 and PDGFR-?. This invention also concerns pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds described herein and methods of use of the compounds and compositions described herein, including the use in the treatment and/or prevention of cancer and other hyperproliferative disorders.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds which are inhibitors of the Rearranged during Transfection (RET) kinase, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them, to processes for their preparation, and to their use in therapy, alone or in combination, for the normalization of gastrointestinal sensitivity, motility and/or secretion and/or abdominal disorders or diseases and/or treatment related to diseases related to RET dysfunction or where modulation of RET activity may have therapeutic benefit including but not limited to all classifications of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) including diarrhea-predominant, constipation-predominant or alternating stool pattern, functional bloating, functional constipation, functional diarrhea, unspecified functional bowel disorder, functional abdominal pain syndrome, chronic idiopathic constipation, functional esophageal disorders, functional gastroduodenal disorders, functional anorectal pain, inflammatory bowel disease, proliferative diseases such as non-small cell lung c

Abstract: Immediate release, oral, pharmaceutical formulation comprising nalbuphine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and at least one hydrophilic granulation carrier, one hydrophilic binder and one lubricant.

Abstract: Provided, among other things, is a method of treating or ameliorating pulmonary infection in a cystic fibrosis patient comprising pulmonary administration of an effective amount of a liposomal/complexed antiinfective to the patient, wherein the (i) administrated amount is 50% or less of the comparative free drug amount, or (ii) the dosing is once a day or less, or (iii) both.

Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical composition in form of a film-coating tablet comprising bitopertin or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Provided are certain methods useful in the treatment of pain comprising administering a compound of Formula Ia and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the cannabinoid CB2 receptor;

Abstract: This application discloses a composition comprising an amiloride and/or an amiloride analog which can be used for reducing nerve injury or nervous system injury in a subject. The formulation of such composition is also disclosed. The application further directs to methods for treating nerve injury or nervous system injury by administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising amiloride, an amiloride analog or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pyrazine and pyridine compounds useful as inhibitors of ATR protein kinase. The invention also relates to pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising the compounds of this invention; methods of treating various diseases, disorders, and conditions using the compounds of this invention; processes for preparing the compounds of this invention; intermediates for the preparation of the compounds of this invention; and methods of using the compounds in in vitro applications, such as the study of kinases in biological and pathological phenomena; the study of intracellular signal transduction pathways mediated by such kinases; and the comparative evaluation of new kinase inhibitors. The compounds of this invention have formula IV: wherein the variables are as defined herein.

Abstract: Novel assembly effector compounds having a therapeutic effect against hepatitis B viral (HBV) infection are disclosed. Assembly effector molecules described herein can lead to defective viral assembly and also may affect other viral activities associated with chronic HBV infection. Also disclosed is a process to synthesize disclosed compounds, method of treatment of HBV by administration of disclosed compounds, and use of these compounds in the manufacture of medicaments against HBV.

Abstract: Methods for treating respiratory and gastrointestinal diseases mediated by a P2X3 and/or a P2X2/3 receptor antagonist, the methods comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a compound of formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein D, X, Y, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7 and R8 are as defined herein.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions comprising lopinavir alone or in combination with ritonavir for use as a medicament in the treatment of cancer or benign proliferative disorders (warts) or in the prevention of the development of cancer. Pharmaceutical compositions formulated for topical application comprising a therapeutically effective amount of lopinavir or a therapeutically effective amount lopinavir and ritonavir in a pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle are also provided. Also disclosed are methods of treating a patient having an HPV related dysplasia of the cervix comprising administering to said patient a therapeutically effective dose of the disclosed pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Erastin analogs are useful in treating various cancers, particularly multiple myeloma. Erastin analogs are also useful in treating cancers that are resistant to other anticancer agents. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: The present specification discloses compositions comprising at least one therapeutic compound capable of modulating androgen production and methods and uses for treating a disorder associated with androgen production using such compositions and/or compounds.