Abstract: This disclosure relates to use of certain aldehyde compounds for treating pulmonary fibrosis, hypoxia, and connective tissue and autoimmune disease such as scleroderma, lupus, arthritis and related conditions in a mammal.
Abstract: Brown adipose tissue (“BAT”) progenitor cells and methods for identifying BAT progenitor cells in a population of cells are provided. Methods are also provided for inducing differentiation of BAT progenitor cells into differentiated brown adipocytes, inducing expression or increased activity levels of BAT uncoupling protein-1 (“UCP1”), and for identifying agents capable of inducing differentiation of BAT progenitor cells into brown adipocytes and/or inducing expression or increased activity levels of UCP1. Differentiated brown adipocytes and agents and methods for inducing differentiation of BAT progenitor cells can be used for treatment of or the making of medicaments for the treatment of metabolic diseases or conditions in a patient such as obesity, overweight, impaired glucose tolerance, insulin-resistance, type 2 diabetes, dyslipidemia, hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, metabolic syndrome, and the like.
Abstract: The present disclosure provides diagnostic methods useful for predicting a patient's response to alvocidib and guiding a physician decision to administer alvocidib to the patient.
Abstract: The present invention provides a simple and mild process for the preparation of nano- and/or microparticles, which particles contain one or more therapeutic agents dispersed in non-crystalline form in a matrix containing one or more polymers selected from cellulose ethers, cellulose esters, copolymers of methacrylic acid with one or more (meth) acrylic acid esters, copolymers of two or more (meth) acrylic acid esters and mixtures thereof, as well as pharmaceutical formulations containing the nano- and/or microparticles.
Abstract: The invention provides methods and compounds for the treatment and prevention of malaria infection and transmission in a mammal by administering compounds of the invention to a mammal having or suspected of having a malaria infection. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions that can kill or arrest the growth of Plasmodium organisms, and especially Plasmodium falciparum, thereby preventing or blocking transmission of malaria as well as treating malaria infection.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 24, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Xin-zhuan SU, Jing YUAN, Dipak RAJ, Sittiporn PATTARADILOKRAT, Ron JOHNSON, Ruili HUANG
Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising cefepime or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative, and a compound of Formula (I) or a stereoisomer or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof are disclosed.
Abstract: Embodiments are directed to compositions and methods for treating parasitic infections. Compounds have been identified from a library of anti-cancer drugs that serve as suitable agents for targeting trypanosomatids.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 27, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Rosa A. MALDONADO, Miguel A. VASQUEZ, Jonathan R. DIMMOCK, Umashankar DAS
Abstract: An oral product includes a body that is wholly receivable in an oral cavity. The body includes a mouth-stable polymer matrix, cellulosic fibers embedded in the mouth-stable polymer matrix, and a mouth-soluble binder dispersed in the mouth-stable polymer matrix.
Type:
Application
Filed:
November 13, 2015
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Feng Gao, Frank Scott Atchley, Gregory James Griscik, Christopher Joseph DiNovi, Phillip M. Hulan, Diane L. Gee, Jason Flora, Shuzhong Zhuang
Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating or ameliorating a neurodegenerative disease in a mammal, the method comprising administering to the mammal a therapeutically effective amount of a neurodegenerative disease drug, wherein the drug is a substrate of an ABC transporter inhibitor, wherein the mammal is further administered a therapeutically effective amount of an ABC transporter inhibitor, whereby the neurodegenerative disease is treated in the mammal. In certain embodiments, the neurodegenerative disease comprises at least one selected from the group consisting of spinal cord injury, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, prion disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, a tauopathy, and chronic traumatic encephalopathy.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 9, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
Thomas Jefferson University
Inventors:
Davide TROTTI, Piera PASINELLI, Michael R. JABLONSKI
Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition in the form of a dry powder for inhalation comprising abediterol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt in admixture with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, providing upon inhalation a dose equivalent to a metered nominal dose of about 1.25 or about 2.5 micrograms of free base abediterol administered with the Genuair® inhaler. The present invention also provides said pharmaceutical composition for use in the treatment of respiratory disease such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease COPD.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 30, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Sandrine ALLAIN RUIZ, Beatriz SEOANE NUNEZ, Gonzalo DE MIGUEL SERRA
Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of crenolanib, in a pharmaceutically acceptable salt form for the treatment of FLT3 mutated proliferative disorders driven by constitutively activated mutant FLT3, and to a method of treatment of warm-blooded animals, preferably humans, in which a therapeutically effective dose of crenolanib is administered to an animal suffering from said disease or condition:
Abstract: Methods for treating abnormal muscular activity are disclosed. The methods may be performed remotely and permit monitoring of a subject outside a healthcare provider's office.
Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulations and methods for the topical or transdermal delivery of 1-isobutyl-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]-quinolin-4-amine or 1-(2-methylpropyl)-1H-imidazo[4,5-c]quinolin-4-amine, imiquimod, to treat actinic keratosis with short durations of therapy, than currently prescribed for the commercially available Aldara® 5% imiquimod cream, as now approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”), are disclosed and described. More specifically, lower dosage strength imiquimod formulations to deliver an efficacious dose of imiquimod for treating actinic keratosis with an acceptable safety profile and dosing regimens that are short and more convenient for patient use than the dosing regimen currently approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) for Aldara® 5% imiquimod cream to treat actinic keratosis are also disclosed and described.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 20, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Michael T. Nordsiek, Sharon F. Levy, James Hurn-Joung Lee, James H. Kulp, Kodumudi S. Malaji, Tze-Chiang Meng, Jason J. Wu, Valyn S. Bahm, Robert Babilon
Abstract: Disclosed embodiments are related to methods of remotely monitoring a patient being treated for cardiac arrhythmia wherein a patient, previously and successfully treated for cardiac arrhythmia with vanoxerine is prescribed a further dose for self-administration of a further dose of vanoxerine for treatment of a subsequent occurrence of cardiac arrhythmia and instructed to remotely monitor said subsequent occurrence of cardiac arrhythmia.
Abstract: Disclosed embodiments are related to methods of administration of vanoxerine wherein a patient, previously and successfully treated for cardiac arrhythmia with vanoxerine is prescribed a further dose for self-administration of a further dose of vanoxerine for treatment of a subsequent occurrence of cardiac arrhythmia.
Abstract: Compositions comprising vanoxerine (GBR 12909) and a P450 inhibitor, including compositions of vanoxerine and one or more P450 inhibitors, processes for their preparation thereof, and methods of using the same for treatment of cardiac arrhythmias.
Abstract: A method of treating a depressive or stress disorder in a subject afflicted therewith comprising administering to the subject an effective amount of a compound having the structure:
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 19, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicants:
Lixte Biotechnology, Inc., Institut national de la santé et de la recherche médicale
Inventors:
JOHN S. KOVACH, SALVATORE LECCA, MANUEL MAMELI
Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods and compositions for treating chronic autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis, using [8-(4-methanesulfonyl-phenyl)-[1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-a]pyridin-2-yl]-[3-(4-methyl-piperazin-1-yl)-phenyl]-amine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 10, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Pawel T. DOBRZANSKI, Joel KAYE, Arie ORBACH, Bruce A. RUGGERI, Matthew M. SEAVEY
Abstract: The present invention claims a chromone derivative and pharmaceutical compositions and combinations comprising a least the said derivative, which is a dopamine D3 receptor antagonist, for their use for the treatment of autism spectrum disorder.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 12, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
PIERRE FABRE MEDICAMENT
Inventors:
Agnès AUCLAIR, Paul MOSER, Pierre SOKOLOFF
Abstract: Chemical entities that are kinase inhibitors, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of using these chemical entities, e.g., for treatment of cancer are described.
Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising brimonidine and timolol for topical ophthalmic delivery and a method of treatment comprising administering said composition when indicated for glaucoma and associated conditions such as elevated intraocular pressure in the eyes of humans.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 24, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Chin-Ming Chang, Gary J. Beck, Cynthia C. Pratt, Amy L. Batoosingh
Abstract: The present invention provides quinoline derivatives of formula I that are PDE10A enzyme inhibitors, and as such are useful to treat neurodegenerative and psychiatric disorders. Especially, the invention provides compounds that are highly selective for PDE10A over other PDE subtypes. The present invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of the invention and methods of treating disorders using the compounds of the invention.
Type:
Application
Filed:
November 13, 2015
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
H. Lundbeck A/S
Inventors:
Jan Kehler, Jacob Nielsen, Ask Püschl, John Paul Kilburn, Morten Langgård
Abstract: The present invention provides compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable compositions thereof, and methods of using the same.
Type:
Application
Filed:
March 24, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Juswinder Singh, Russell C. Petter, Richland Wayne Tester, Arthur F. Kluge, Hormoz Mazdiyasni, William Frederick Westlin, Deqiang Niu, Lixin Qiao
Abstract: A method for treating or preventing Hepatitis B virus infection in a subject, which comprises administering to said subject in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of a compound represented by Formula 1: a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of thereof or solvate thereof or mixtures thereof. The subject can be an animal, particularly mammals and more particularly humans and companion animals such as cats and dogs.
Abstract: Chromene compounds of formula (I), defined herein, inhibit phosphoinositide 3-kinases (PI3K) and are useful for the treatment of disorders associated with a PI3K enzyme mechanism, such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis.
Type:
Application
Filed:
March 24, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
CHIESI FARMACEUTICI S.p.A.
Inventors:
Anna Maria CAPELLI, Matteo BIAGETTI, Alessandro ACCETTA
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to the use MNK-specific inhibitors to inhibit immunosuppression components, such as immune checkpoint proteins PD-1, PD-L1, LAG3, and/or immunosuppressive cytokines, such as IL-10, in order to inhibit or release immune suppression in certain diseases, such as cancer and infectious disease.
Abstract: Compounds of Formula I that inhibit the activity of the diacylglycerol acyltransferase 2 (DGAT2) and their uses in the treatment of diseases linked thereto in animals are described herein.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 27, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
PFIZER INC.
Inventors:
SHAWN CABRAL, KENTARO FUTATSUGI, DAVID HEPWORTH, KIM HUARD, DANIEL WEI-SHUNG KUNG, SUVI TUULA MARJUKKA ORR, KUN SONG
Abstract: Compounds of Formula I or a stereoisomer, tautomer or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof are provided, which are useful for the treatment of hyperproliferative, pain and inflammatory diseases. Methods of using compounds of Formula I or a stereoisomer, tautomer or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, for in vitro, in situ, and in vivo diagnosis, prevention or treatment of such disorders in mammalian cells, or associated pathological conditions are disclosed.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 29, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicants:
Array BioPharma Inc., Genentech, Inc.
Inventors:
James F. Blake, Adam Cook, Indrani W. Gunawardana, Kevin W. Hunt, Michael Lyon, Andrew T. Metcalf, Peter J. Mohr, David A. Moreno, Brad Newhouse, Li Ren, Tony P. Tang, Allen A. Thomas, Jacob Schwarz, Jane Schmidt, Lewis Gazzard, Huifen Chen
Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the fields of molecular biology and growth factor regulation. More specifically, the invention relates to combination therapies for the treatment of pathological conditions, such as cancer.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 17, 2015
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Ellen FILVAROFF, Mark MERCHANT, Robert L. YAUCH
Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compounds of the Formula (I): and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, as kinase modulators, compatible with the Type-II inhibition of kinases.
Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula A: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, tautomer, or stereoisomer, thereof, wherein the variables are as defined herein. The present invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and methods of using such compounds for treating, preventing, inhibiting, ameliorating, or eradicating the pathology and/or symptomology of a disease caused by a parasite, such as leishmaniasis, human African trypanosomiasis and Chagas disease.
Type:
Application
Filed:
February 23, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
NOVARTIS AG
Inventors:
Agnes BIGGART, Fang LIANG, Casey Jacob Nelson MATHISON, Valentina MOLTENI, Advait Suresh Nagle, Frantisek SUPEK, Vince YEH
Abstract: Described herein are methods for treating B cell proliferative disorders, in an individual in need thereof. The methods include administering to an individual in need thereof a Btk inhibitor (e.g., ibrutinib), in combination with a CDK4 inhibitor (e.g., palbociclib).
Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of Volasertib or a salt thereof or the hydrate thereof for treating patients suffering from solid malignancies including advanced or metastatic solid malignancies comprising a high frequency administration of Volasertib according to a specific dosage schedule.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 22, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
Boehringer Ingelheim International GmbH
Inventors:
Tillmann TAUBE, Gerd Michael MUNZERT, Dorothea RUDOLPH
Abstract: The present invention concerns a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof, where R1-R3 and Y are defined in the description, and its use in the treatment of disorders in which pi3 kinase is implicated.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 27, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
Novartis AG
Inventors:
Ian Bruce, Judy Fox Hayler, Graham Charles Bloomfield, Lee Edwards, Brian Cox, Catherine Howsham
Abstract: Provided herein are methods and compositions for treating gastrointestinal disorders using beta blockers. Compositions comprising Beta blockers such as Timolol and Nadolol are used to treat diseases including ulcerative colitis, IBD and Crohn's disease. The Compositions are administered orally or rectally, at doses that provide a peak plasma concentration of less than 10 ng/ml.
Type:
Application
Filed:
April 4, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
NUMEDII, INC.
Inventors:
Joel DUDLEY, Carol CHRISTOPHER, Pankaj PASRICHA
Abstract: The present invention relates to combinations of at least two components, component A and component B, component A being an inhibitor of PI3K kinase, and component B being a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of radium 223. Another aspect of the present invention relates to the use of such combinations as described supra for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment or prophylaxis of a disease, particurlarly for the treatment of cancer with bone metatases.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 1, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Ningshu LIU, Arne SCHOLZ, Andrea HÄGEBARTH
Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising inhibitors of human histone methyltransferase EZH2 and one or more other therapeutic agents, particularly anticancer agents such as prednisone, and methods of combination therapy for administering to subjects in need thereof for the treatment of cancer.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 8, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Heike Keilhack, Sarah K. Knutson, Kevin W. Kuntz
Abstract: The present invention relates to combinations of at least two components, component A and component B, component A being an inhibitor of PI3K kinase, and component B being radium 223, particularly a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of radium-223. Another aspect of the present invention relates to the use of such combinations as described herein for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment or prophylaxis of a disease, particularly for the treatment of breast and prostate cancer as well as their bone metatases.
Abstract: Disclosed is a combination therapy for cancer. Additionally, the administration of inhibitors of the phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) signaling pathway and the Wnt signaling pathway are disclosed for treatment of cancer, and in particular, triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC).
Abstract: The present invention relates to combinations of A) oxazolidinones of the formula (I) with B) acetylsalicylic acid (aspirin) and C) an ADP receptor antagonist, in particular P2Y12 purinoreceptor blocker, to a process for producing these combinations and to the use thereof as medicaments, in particular for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of thromboembolic disorders.
Abstract: Methods for reducing intraocular pressure and treating glaucoma are disclosed. The methods include administering to an individual a composition comprising a TRPV4 agonist.
Abstract: The methods, compositions, and kits of the invention are related to the discovery that lestaurtinib reduces levels and pathway activity of an SPOP substrate. Accordingly, described herein are methods and compositions for the use of lestaurtinib in downregulating one or more SPOP substrates or signaling pathway activities thereof in a subject in need thereof.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 3, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Allen J. LEE, Jason J LEE, David M LU, Ruey-Min LEE
Abstract: The present invention provides cortexolone 17a-propionate for use in the treatment of skin wounds and/or of atrophic skin disorders. The present invention also provides pharmaceutical or cosmetic compositions comprising cortexolone 17a-propionate for use in the treatment of skin wounds and/or of atrophic skin disorders.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 18, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
Cassiopea S.P.A.
Inventors:
Luigi MORO, Luigi Maria LONGO, Giuseppe Celasco
Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition appropriate for topical application, containing fusidic acid. The homogeneity of the fusidic acid is 90% to 110% of the suggested fusidic acid content, and the amount of air present in the cream is lower than 5 vol %. Furthermore, the present invention also relates to a method for preparing the composition. First, a placebo cream and a suspension of fusidic acid are prepared, which are subsequently mixed at a temperature above the melting point of the placebo cream.
Abstract: Combinations of (3?)-17-(pyridin-3-yl)androsta-5,16-dien-3-yl acetate (Abiraterone acetate) with acidic substances such as citric acid, ascorbic acid, methyl-4-hydroxy benzoate, saccharin, vanillic acid, adipic acid, maleic acid, malic acid, tartaric acidare useful as pharmaceutical preparations and show improved properties such as aqueous solubility and dissolution kinetics, especially in the form of cocrystals or their combination with a suitable acid.
Type:
Application
Filed:
December 9, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
BASF SE
Inventors:
Tiziana CHIODO, Beate SALVADOR, Marcus VOSSEN, Andreas HAFNER, Tobias HINTERMANN, Martin SZELAGIEWICZ, Fritz BLATTER, Martin VIERTELHAUS, Walter WEISHAAR
Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula (I) which improves leptin resistance, a pharmaceutical composition comprising the compound, a method for manufacturing a pharmaceutical for improving leptin resistance comprising using the compound, use of the compound for manufacturing a pharmaceutical for improving leptin resistance, and a method for improving leptin resistance comprising administering the compound or the pharmaceutical composition. The improvement of leptin resistance can lead treatment and/or prevention of a disorder associated with leptin resistance, including, particularly, metabolic disorder, obesity, hyperphagia, steatosis, diabetes, and dyslipidemia.
Type:
Application
Filed:
September 3, 2014
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Applicant:
Kyoto University
Inventors:
Akira Kakizuka, Ken Ebihara, Megumi Abe, Chihiro Ebihara
Abstract: Provided herein are small molecules for the induction of fibroblast proliferation and increased secretion or production of proteins. The small molecules described herein can be used for the promotion of skin regeneration. Also provided herein are methods for promoting skin regeneration and wound healing.
Type:
Application
Filed:
June 27, 2016
Publication date:
October 20, 2016
Inventors:
Rodolfo Gonzalez, Maxim Poustovoitov, Ruslan Semechkin
Abstract: This invention provides methods and pharmaceutical compositions that can treat neuroinflammatory disease by reducing the production of pyrophosphate intermediates produced during the biosynthesis of isoprenoids. The pyrophosphate compounds being inhibited are normally produced through the mevalonate and non-mevalonate pathways of the host vertebrate organisms and their symbiotic and pathogenic microorganisms. The methods involve administering to a patient an inhibitor of the mevalonate-dependent pathway, an inhibitor of the non-mevalonate pathway, or combination of such inhibitors.
Abstract: A conjugate compound comprising an acyclic nucleoside phosphonate covalently coupled to a lipid for the therapeutic and/or prophylactic treatment of viral infection in an immunodeficient subject is described, along with compositions and methods of using the same. A preferred conjugate compound is CMX001, having formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
Abstract: To provide a multidrug-resistant Gram positive bacteria antibacterial agent containing as an active ingredient a novel component to which multidrug-resistant bacteria are not resistant, and an external agent containing the same. The multidrug resistant Gram-positive bacteria antibacterial agent according to the present invention contains an amphipathic compound having an HLB value of greater than 9.5 and 20 or less and an acyl group as an active ingredient. The external agent according to the present invention contains the multidrug resistant Gram-positive bacteria antibacterial agent.