Patents Issued in December 29, 2016
  • Publication number: 20160374956
    Abstract: A multilayer-type patch comprising: a support layer; a drug reservoir layer; and an adhesive layer, wherein the drug reservoir layer comprises at least one drug selected from the group consisting of rivastigmine and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and a hydroxy group-containing acrylic-based polymer (A), the adhesive layer comprises at least one acrylic-based polymer (B) selected from the group consisting of carboxy group-containing alkyl (meth)acrylate copolymer and acrylic acid homopolymer, and a rubber-based adhesive base agent, a content of the drug in the drug reservoir layer in terms of rivastigmine in free form is 15 to 45% by mass relative to a total mass of the drug reservoir layer, and a total content of the acrylic-based polymer (B) in the adhesive layer is 7 to 18% by mass relative to a total mass of the adhesive layer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 10, 2014
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: HISAMITSU PHARMACEUTICAL CO., INC.
    Inventors: Tomohiro SHINODA, Yasunari MICHINAKA
  • Publication number: 20160374957
    Abstract: The present invention concerns the treatment of serotonergic dysregulation disordersand/or augmentation of serotonin levels in the brain by add-on treatments to serotonin enhancers, and slow-release formulations of 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) therefor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Jacob P.R. Jacobsen, Marc G. Caron
  • Publication number: 20160374958
    Abstract: This invention discloses anti-bacterial and anti-fungal compositions in spray form, in cream form, in liquid form, and in powder form. The anti-bacterial and anti-fungal compositions comprise cannabinoids, specifically cannabidiol, cannabigerol, tetrahydrocannabinol, tetracannabidivarin, and/or cannabidivarin for anti-bacterial and anti-fungal activities. The anti-bacterial and anti-fungal compositions may be used to treat toe nail fungus, MRSA infection, herpes virus infection, tinea pedis, burn wound infections, sun burns, diabetic infections, eczema, impetigo, dermatophytosis, psoriasis, itchy skin, atopic dermatitis, dandruff, and general topical infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 21, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: George E. Anastassov, Lekhram Changoer, Phillipus Anne Van Damme
  • Publication number: 20160374959
    Abstract: The invention provides a method for treating a subject suffering from early stage Parkinson's disease with a pharmaceutical formulation containing an olive polyphenol composition. The olive polyphenol composition includes hydroxytyrosol and at least one additional olive polyphenol, and the hydroxytyrosol represents about 40 wt. % to about 90 wt. % of the olive polyphenol composition. The formulation is administered to the subject within the context of a dosing regimen that provides a daily dosage of the olive polyphenol composition in the range of 30 mg to about 2500 mg. The invention additionally provides a method for reducing the dose of an antiparkinsonism drug used in the treatment of early stage Parkinson's disease, as well as a pharmaceutical formulation for treating early stage Parkinson's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Roberto Crea
  • Publication number: 20160374960
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to topically administering a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The variables for Structural Formula (I) are defined herein. Also described is a pharmaceutical composition comprising the compound of Structural Formula (I).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Thomas M. DiMauro
  • Publication number: 20160374961
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are compounds and compositions thereof which find use in increasing stability of TTR tetramers reducing its tendency to misfold and form aggregates. Also provided herein are methods for using these compounds and compositions for increasing stability of TTR and therby decreasing aggegate formation by TTR. Also disclosed herein are methods to screen for candidate compounds that increase stability of TTR. Also disclosed herein are heterobifunctional compounds that include a TTR binding compound connected to a targeting moiety via a linker, for use in disrupting PP is of a target protein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 6, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Isabella A. Graef, Mamoun M. Alhamadsheh
  • Publication number: 20160374962
    Abstract: Disclosed herein are formulations for the local delivery of therapeutically effective doses of curcumin that provide sufficient serum levels of curcumin to treat diseases such as head and neck disorders and upper aerodigestive disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY & AGRICULTURAL & MECHANICAL COLLEGE
    Inventor: Cherie-Ann Nathan
  • Publication number: 20160374963
    Abstract: The invention relates to a dosage that is thermoshaped without being extruded and that is safeguarded from abuse, comprising at least one synthetic or natural polymer having a breaking strength of at least 500 N in addition to one or more active substances that could be subject to abuse and optionally physiologically acceptable adjuvants. The invention also relates to a corresponding method for producing said dosage form.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: GRÜNENTHAL GMBH
    Inventors: ELISABETH ARKENAU-MARIC, JOHANNES BARTHOLOMÄUS, HEINRICH KUGELMANN
  • Publication number: 20160374964
    Abstract: Described herein are antimicrobial compounds identified via a high-throughput screen to identify compounds that produce anucleate cells in E. coli after cell division occurs. Compound 1 (5-nonyloxytryptamine) and its analogs are small molecule inhibitors of the nucleoid occlusion system and/or proteins that are responsible for maintaining the structure of the chromosome. The antimicrobial compounds are useful to treat bacterial infections as well as to inhibit bacterial growth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 10, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: DOUGLAS BENJAMIN WEIBEL, KATHERINE ANN HURLEY, KATHERINE CASSIDY FAULKNER
  • Publication number: 20160374965
    Abstract: The invention is directed to an immediate release capsule which mitigates the abuse of Tapentadol or physiologically acceptable salt thereof by direct intravenous injection. The capsule comprises a tamper resistant formulation which when mixed with water and heated, results in a turbid, bubbling mixture that is not injectable with a standard insulin syringe.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: GRÜNENTHAL GMBH
    Inventors: Ingo FRIEDRICH, Richard FUHRHERR, Silke MÖSCHTER, Simone WENGNER
  • Publication number: 20160374966
    Abstract: The invention provides compositions including epinephrine nanoparticles and methods for therapeutic use of the compositions for the treatment of conditions responsive to epinephrine such as a cardiac event or an allergic reaction, particularly anaphylaxis. The epinephrine nanoparticles can be incorporated into orally-disintegrating and fast-disintegrating tablet pharmaceutical formulations and can significantly increase the sublingual bioavailability of epinephrine, and thereby reduce the epinephrine dose required. Additionally, the invention provides methods for fabrication of stabilized epinephrine nanoparticles for use in the described compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Mutasem RAWAS-QALAJI, Ousama RACHID, Keith SIMONS, Estelle SIMONS
  • Publication number: 20160374967
    Abstract: A method for the prevention or treatment of human immunodeficiency virus infection by administering an effective amount of amifostine, phosphonol, or similar compound to an individual in need is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Dale M. Walker, Vernon E. Walker, Miriam C. Poirier, Gene M. Shearer
  • Publication number: 20160374968
    Abstract: Analgesic compounds for treatment of pain or fever that include a bicyclopentane moiety linked to an amine, combinations of the compounds with opioid analgesic drugs, and methods for treating pain or fever by administering a compound described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Kevin Duane Bunker
  • Publication number: 20160374969
    Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): and pharmacologically acceptable salts and pro-drugs thereof, wherein the variables are as defined in the specification, are potassium ion channel modulators, making them particularly useful in treating and preventing conditions such as pain, lower urinary tract disorders and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Ramot at Tel-Aviv University Ltd.
    Inventors: Simon EDWARDS, Ruth Meriel KIMBERLEY, Richard Edward ARMER, Mohammed Nawaz KHAN
  • Publication number: 20160374970
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for application in human and animals, with at least one systemically and/or locally acting, topically applicable active ingredient and with at least one phospholipid, improving the transport of the active ingredient trough the cell membrane and containing a concentration of at least 60% by weight phosphatidylcholine, referring to the phospholipid, is described. The composition shows such a liquid consistency, that it is able to be sprayed as droplets or as a foam, whereas in the composition such a phospholipid is included, that additionally contains oil in a concentration of maximum 7.5% by weight besides the at least 60% by weight phosphatidylcholine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: MIKA Pharma GmbH
    Inventor: Bernd G. Seigfried
  • Publication number: 20160374971
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating cancer and other disorders associated with undesired cellular proliferation are provided comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an amino acid mixture, wherein the amino acid mixture comprises glycine, optionally comprising at least a 2:1 molar ratio of glycine to serine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 1, 2014
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Joshua D. Rabinowitz, Craig B. Thompson, Jianbin Ye, Jing Fan, Jurre Kamphorst
  • Publication number: 20160374972
    Abstract: A method for administering citrulline to a patient during surgery without filtration of the hemolysis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Marshall L. SUMMAR, Frederick E. BARR
  • Publication number: 20160374973
    Abstract: Natural soap compositions and methods of manufacturing the same having anti-microbial properties for treating and preventing diaper rash and other microbial infections. The soap compositions may contain one or more fatty acids with carbon length ranging from four (C4) to twenty-two (C22) and/or natural fatty acid mixtures of coconut oil, olive oil, and/or tall oil fatty acids which are saponified with lye. The saponification lye may be sodium or potassium hydroxide. In preferred embodiments, the soap compositions contain at least one of sodium or potassium caprate, sodium or potassium caprylate, or mixtures thereof, especially 55:45% caprylate to caprate. The soap compositions are effective at treating or preventing diaper rashes and other microbial infections associated with Candida albicans (Ca—yeast), Pseudomonas aeruginosa (Psa—a Gram negative bacteria), Staphylococcus aureus (Sa—a Gram positive bacteria), and Aspergillus niger (An—a mold).
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Vanguard Soap LLC
    Inventor: Scott A. Smith
  • Publication number: 20160374974
    Abstract: A preparation for treatment and/or prevention of seizures comprising a non-mammalian derived mixture of serine glycerophospholipids (PS) conjugates, wherein the mixture comprises (a) Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) conjugated to PS and (b) Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) conjugated to PS, and methods of treatment of seizures with same.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 5, 2014
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Daphna ZAAROOR REGEV, Yael HERZOG, Robert CHUDNOW, Yael RICHTER, Gali Olga SORIA ARTZI
  • Publication number: 20160374975
    Abstract: A composition and method of treating patients diagnosed with NAFLD is disclosed. The composition contains n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for treatment of NAFLD patients, wherein the amount of PCB 153 in the composition has been minimized. The composition is administered to a patient in a sufficient amount and for a sufficient time to increase the level of n-3 PUFAs or to correct a deficiency of n-3 PUFAs in the patient's blood. The method increases the level of n-3 PUFAs without contributing to the body burden of PCB 153.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Pronova BioPharma Norge AS
    Inventor: Carola Rosseland
  • Publication number: 20160374976
    Abstract: The invention is directed to microbial oils containing omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids comprising docosahexaenoic acid, eicosapentaenoic acid, and optionally docosapentaenoic acid and dosage forms containing such oils.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Kirk E. APT, Paul Warren BEHRENS, Jon Milton HANSEN, Joseph W. PFEIFER, III, Tracey Lynn STAHL, Ross ZIRKLE
  • Publication number: 20160374977
    Abstract: A composition and method of treating patients diagnosed with NAFLD is disclosed. The composition contains n-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) for treatment of NAFLD patients, wherein the amount of PCB 153 in the composition has been minimized. The composition is administered to a patient in a sufficient amount and for a sufficient time to increase the level of n-3 PUFAs or to correct a deficiency of n-3 PUFAs in the patient's blood. The method increases the level of n-3 PUFAs without contributing to the body burden of PCB 153.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Carola Rosseland
  • Publication number: 20160374978
    Abstract: Provided are antimicrobial solutions comprising a glyceryl nitrate (e.g., glyeryl trinitrate) in combination with a chelator (e.g., citrate), a peroxide, a fatty acid, and/or an alcohol (e.g., ethanol). In various aspects these components may synergistically act to kill or reduce the growth of microbes, such as bacteria or fungi, present in a biofilm.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Board of Regents, The University of Texas System
    Inventors: Issam RAAD, Joel ROSENBLATT
  • Publication number: 20160374979
    Abstract: The present application generally relates to topical formulations comprising monoterpenoid compounds which are effective inhibitors of FGF-5-dependent signalling in hair follicles or parts thereof, the manufacture of such topical formulations, and their use to reduce, delay or prevent loss of terminal hair caused by FGF-5 signalling in the hair follicle, such as in subjects suffering from, or having a propensity to develop, alopecia
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2014
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Masakuni Yamamoto, Masato Namekata, Koichi Yamauchi, Takeo Matsumoto, Darren Ross Jones, Maria Halasz
  • Publication number: 20160374980
    Abstract: Provided are methods for treating GLUT1 and related brain energy deficiencies comprising administering odd-carbon fatty acid sources, e.g., C5 or C7 fatty acid sources, and related compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Fanny Mochel, Raphael Schiffmann
  • Publication number: 20160374981
    Abstract: A method of increasing blood cholecyctokinin level is described. The method includes administering to a subject in need of increasing blood cholecyctokinin level a therapeutically effective amount of palmitoleic acid, a salt thereof, or an ester thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Zhi-hong YANG, Jiro TAKEO, Masashi KATAYAMA
  • Publication number: 20160374982
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a pharmaceutically effective amount of an short-acting calcium channel blocking compound to treat ischemic heart conditions, cardiac arrhythmias, hypertensive crisis in an emergency room setting, hypertension before, during, or after surgery, no-reflow phenomenon following reperfusion, and diseases associated with decreased skeletal muscle blood flow. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions formulated for use in such methods and to kits for such methods.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Martin P. MAGUIRE, Elise RIOUX, Harry J. LEIGHTON
  • Publication number: 20160374983
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a combined preparation comprising at least one rocaglamide derivative and at least one apoptosis inducing agent, preferably from the group of substances comprising agents inducing the extrinsic apoptotic pathway, antiproliferative agents and agents which induce apoptosis in T-cells by activation induced cell death (AICD) for the treatment of cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Min LI-WEBER, Peter H. Krammer
  • Publication number: 20160374984
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to formulations of genistein and methods for making and using the same. In particular embodiments, the formulations described herein include suspension formulations of nanoparticulate genistein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Humanetics Corporation
    Inventors: Edmund Joseph Elder, JR., Mark Joseph Sacchetti, Randall Joseph Tlachac, John L. Zenk
  • Publication number: 20160374985
    Abstract: The present invention disclosed a compound, proanthocyanidin A1 (PA1), which is isolated from Lasia spinosa (L.) Thwait, for its effects in shortening of clolon length, reducing colonic tissue damage, suppressing colonic myeloperoxidase activity with colitis. The said compound can be used in treating inflammatory diseases and anti-cancer leading compound.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 23, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Zhaoxiang Bian, Huaixue Mu, Chengyuan Lin, Hongxi Xu, Dajian Yang, Shilin Chen, Aiping Lu, Albert Sun Chi Chan
  • Publication number: 20160374986
    Abstract: A lifestyle disease improving drug is disclosed that enhances PPAR?, ? and ? agonist activities that includes a compound having the lactone structure in accordance with the chemical formula 6-alkyl-5,6-dihydro-2H-pyran-2-one, the alkyl containing 4, 5, or 6 carbons. Methods for enhancing PPAR?, ? and ? agonist activities in vertebrates or medically treating a vertebrate are disclosed. The methods include providing a composition of an active ingredient, the lifestyle disease improving drug, in a biologically acceptable medium and administering an effective amount of the composition to a vertebrate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Munekazu Iinuma
  • Publication number: 20160374987
    Abstract: Inhalation solutions for administration of beta 2-agonists or combinations of muscarinic antagonists and beta 2-agonists for the treatment of breathing disorders, such as COPD, are provided. The inhalation solutions are administered by nebulization, particularly with a high efficiency nebulizer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 7, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: William GERHART, Ahmet TUTUNCU
  • Publication number: 20160374988
    Abstract: Methods are disclosed herein for administering a oncogenic Src homology-2 domain containing protein tyrosine phosphatase-2 (SHP2) inhibitor for treating autoimmune and/or glomerulonephritis-associated diseases, and in particular, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 2, 2014
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Zhong-Yin ZHANG, Maria KONTARIDIS, Li-Fan ZENG, Jianxun WANG
  • Publication number: 20160374989
    Abstract: Some embodiments include compositions and methods of using or identifying compounds that modulate the activity of the granulocyte colony-stimulating factor receptor (GCFR). Some embodiments include use of compounds to treat certain disorders, such as hematopoietic or neurological disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Lin Zhi, Keith Marschke, Virginia H. Grant, Steven L. Roach, Yixing Shen, Jason C. Pickens, Bijan Pedram, Cornelius Arjan van Oeveren, Lino J. Valdez, Andrew R. Hudson
  • Publication number: 20160374990
    Abstract: The present invention relates to certain pyrazole derivatives of Formula (I) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor, Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the prophylaxis or treatment of platelet aggreagation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders and the like.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Bradley Teegarden, Honnappa Jayakumar, Hongmei Li, Sonja Strah-Pleynet, Peter I. Dosa
  • Publication number: 20160374991
    Abstract: Described herein are compounds that are autotaxin inhibitors, methods of making such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and medicaments comprising such compounds, and methods of using such compounds in the treatment of conditions, diseases, or disorders associated with autotaxin activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: John Howard HUTCHINSON, David LONERGAN
  • Publication number: 20160374992
    Abstract: A method of cross-linking collagen present in a collagenous tissue comprising contacting the collagenous tissue with an amount of a formaldehyde releasing agent effective to crosslink the collagen is provided. A method of inhibiting loss of structural integrity of a collagenous tissue during transplantation-related transport comprising contacting the collagenous tissue with an amount of a formaldehyde releasing agent effective to inhibit loss of structural integrity of the collagenous tissue is also provided. A composition for ophthalmic administration comprising a formaldehyde releasing agent, sodium bicarbonate, and ophthalmically suitable carriers or excipients is also provided. Finally, a method of altering the refractive power of a cornea comprising contacting the cornea with a formaldehyde releasing agent so as to effect cross-linking in the cornea and thereby alter the refractive power of the cornea is provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 12, 2015
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: The Trustees of Columbia University in the City of New York
    Inventors: David Choohyun Paik, Stephen Lewis Trokel
  • Publication number: 20160374993
    Abstract: Sodium 2-(5-bromo-4-(4-cyclopropylnaphthalen-1-yl)-4H-1,2,4-triazol-3-ylthio) acetate is described. In addition, pharmaceutical compositions and uses such compositions for the treatment of a variety of diseases and conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 24, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Jeffrey MINER, Barry D. QUART, Jean-Luc GIRARDET
  • Publication number: 20160374994
    Abstract: This invention relates to oral veterinary compositions for combating ectoparasites and endoparasites in animals, comprising at least one systemically-acting active agent in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. This invention also provides for improved methods for eradicating, controlling, and preventing parasite infections and infestations in an animal comprising administering the compositions of the invention to the animal in need thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 22, 2015
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: MERIAL INC.
    Inventors: Mark David Soll, Diane Larsen, Susan Mancini Cady, Peter Cheifetz, Izabela Galeska, Saijun Gong
  • Publication number: 20160374995
    Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions useful for administration for treating, preventing, or reducing the risk of microbial infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Danping LI
  • Publication number: 20160374996
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compounds effective as human protein tyrosine phosphatase beta (HPTP-?) inhibitors thereby regulating angiogenesis. The present disclosure further relates to compositions comprising said human protein tyrosine phosphatase beta (HPTP-?) inhibitors, and to methods for regulating angiogenesis.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 5, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Jeffrey Lyle Gray, Kande K.D. Amarasinghe, Cynthia Monesa Clark, Ryan Matthew Nichols, Matthew B. Maier
  • Publication number: 20160374997
    Abstract: An aminoacylation/translation (AIT) system based on the protein synthesis system from the pathogen Pseudomonas aeruginosa, was used to screen chemical compounds for identifying inhibitors of protein synthesis. This system includes elongation factors: EF-Tu, EF-Ts and EF-G, aminoacyl tRNA synthetase (aaRS) specific for phenylalanine, PheRS, and ribosomes isolated from cultures of Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Compounds identified using this assay have been shown to contain broad spectrum activity against both Gram+ and Gram? pathogens. Methods of using the identified compounds, as well as derivatives and analogues of these compounds, as antimicrobial agents against bacterial infections are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 29, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: James M. Bullard, Yanmei Hu, Stephanie O. Palmer
  • Publication number: 20160374998
    Abstract: The disclosure provides macrolide particulates including a macrolide therapeutic agent such as rapamycin at high concentration in the particulate. In one method the particulates are made by adding a composition containing an polyoxyethylene sorbitan n-acyl ester, poly(ethyleneimine), or alkylated quaternary ammonium salt to a composition including macrolide dissolved in an alcohol such as ethanol. In another method the particulates are made by adding a non-solvent composition to a composition including macrolide and an alkyl-substituted chromanol dissolved in an alcohol such as ethanol. The formed macrolide particulates have one or more desirable properties including sizes in the range of 0.1 ?m to 10 ?m, spherical or near spherical shapes, low polydispersity, and/or stability. The macrolide particulates can be used for therapeutic compositions, or in association with an implantable or insertable medical device, such as associated with a polymeric coating on a device.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Joram Slager
  • Publication number: 20160374999
    Abstract: Amorphous rifaximin, methods of making it, and pharmaceutical compositions containing it. Also described are methods of converting amorphous rifaximin to crystalline rifaximin and vice versa.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: CIPLA Limited
    Inventors: Dharmaraj R. Rao, Rajendra Narayanrao Kankan, Manjinder Singh Phull, Maruti Ghagare
  • Publication number: 20160375000
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for improving a sociability behavior in a patient having a mental disease with an enhanced NMDAR function.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 11, 2015
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Eun-Joon KIM, Su-Yeon CHOI, Wook-Suk CHUNG, Eun-Ee LEE, Ha-Ram PARK
  • Publication number: 20160375001
    Abstract: A combination of a muscarinic cholinergic receptor agonist, a non-anticholinergic antiemetic agent and a non-selective, peripheral anticholinergic agent for the treatment of hypocholinergic disorders of the central nervous system.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 9, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Chase Pharmaceuticals Corporation
    Inventors: Thomas N. CHASE, Kathleen E. CLARENCE-SMITH
  • Publication number: 20160375002
    Abstract: A combination of a CHK1 inhibitor and a WEE1 inhibitor are provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 31, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Applicant: Array BioPharma Inc.
    Inventors: Kurtis D. Davies, Stefan Gross
  • Publication number: 20160375003
    Abstract: Provided are methods of treating an overactive bladder in a patient which include: administering a Myosin II ATPase inhibitor compound; or administering an X group and Y group substituted (3a-hydroxy-1-phenyl-1,2,3,3a-tetrahydro-4H-pyrrolo[2,3b] quinolin-4-one) compound of Formula 1 or administering an X group and Y group substituted (3a-hydroxy-1-phenyl-1,2,3,3a-tetrahydro-4H-pyrrolo[2,3b] quinolin-4-one) compound of Formula II; or administering pharmaceutically-acceptable salts, racemic mixtures, enantiomers, or prodrugs of said compounds, useful in their active form as inhibitors of Myosin II ATPase related to over-active bladder. Optionally the compounds are administered intervesicularly into the bladder. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds useful in their active form, as methods of treating a patient suffering from an over-active bladder related to inhibition of Myosin II ATPase.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 12, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventor: Michael E. DiSanto
  • Publication number: 20160375004
    Abstract: Provided are methods for treating pancreatic cancer in a patient by administering liposomal irinotecan (MM-398) alone or in combination with additional therapeutic agents. In one embodiment, the liposomal irinotecan (MM-398) is co-administered with 5-fluorouracil and leucovorin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: ELIEL BAYEVER, NAVREET DHINDSA, JONATHAN BASIL FITZGERALD, PETER LAIVINS, VICTOR MOYO, CLET NIYIKIZA, JAEYEON KIM
  • Publication number: 20160375005
    Abstract: The present invention relates to new benzoquinoline inhibitors of vesicular monoamine transporter 2 (VMAT2), pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 6, 2016
    Publication date: December 29, 2016
    Inventors: Thomas G. Gant, Manouchehr Shahbaz