Abstract: A method for enhancing an individual's mucosal innate immune response to pathogens is disclosed. The method includes a step of administering a nutritional composition to the individual. The nutritional composition includes about 0.05 to about 0.5 mg/mL 2?-fucosyllactose (2?-FL), about 0.05 to about 0.5 mg/mL lacto-N-neotetraose (LNnT), or a combination of both. Also disclosed is a method for enhancing an individual's mucosal innate immune detection of pathogens. The method includes a step of administering a nutritional composition to the individual. The nutritional composition includes a neutral human milk oligosaccharide.

Abstract: The invention relates to the treatment or prevention of one or more conditions selected from type 1 diabetes mellitus, type 2 diabetes mellitus, impaired glucose tolerance and hyperglycemia using a SGLT-2 inhibitor. In addition the present invention relates to methods for preventing or treating of metabolic disorders and related conditions.

Abstract: Oral formulation of particles made of an agglomeration of a plurality of seed granules or a single seed granule both surrounded by three layers and an outer gel coating. The seed granules are made of calcium carbonate with microscopic fissures. Disposed inside the fissures and in the interstitial spaces of the agglomerate seed granules are microscopic particles of alkali metal salts and other ions. Coating the agglomerate or single seed granules is an alkaline-resistant first layer made of microcrystalline cellulose and croscarmellose sodium that binds and protects the surrounding second layer. Surrounding the second layer is a third layer made of alkaline earth metal salt particles holding alkali metal hydroxide ions within a polysaccharide or polymer gel. Surrounding the third layer is at least one outer gel layer. The fourth and third layers dissolve in a low pH environment and release the fat soluble antioxidant and ions in the seed granule fissures.

Abstract: Methods of reducing intraocular pressure in a mammal using AMPK activators, e.g., for treating glaucoma.

Abstract: Regarding Diquafosol ophthalmic solution comprising a chelating agent at a concentration of 0.0001 to 1% (w/v), formation of insoluble precipitates found in Diquafosol ophthalmic solution during storage of the solution, as well as deterioration of the filtration performance in the course of production (course of filtration sterilization), have been inhibited. Further, in Diquafosol ophthalmic solution comprising a chelating agent, reduction of eye irritation and enhancement of the preservative effectiveness have been confirmed, in comparison to Diquafosol ophthalmic solution comprising no chelating agent. Accordingly, the present invention has been confirmed to provide physicochemical properties that are stable during the courses of production and distribution as well as the course of storage by a patient, and also reduce eye irritation and enhance preservative effectiveness.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for preventing thrombogenesis can include antithrombin and heparin. In one example, a conjugate of antithrombin and heparin where at least 50 wt % of the heparin is conjugated to antithrombin can be present. Furthermore, in one example, at least 98 wt % of the heparin in the composition has a molecular weight greater than 3,000 Daltons.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stable polymer matrix compositions comprising high concentrations (from about 1.5% w/w to about 3.5% w/w) sodium hyaluronate obtained from a Streptococcus zooepidemicus source and a non-ionic polymer. The polymer matrix composition further comprises polyethylene glycol and methylparaben, and utilizes ingredients that are of pharmaceutical or compendial grade. The polymer matrix compositions may optionally comprise an active ingredient. The present polymer matrix compositions may be used in the treatment of wounds, burns, certain dermatological conditions, vaginal dryness, and in topical, transdermal delivery and sustained release of active ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention discloses pharmaceutical compositions comprising ester derivatives of hyaluronic acid for use as a topical treatment in disorders of the vaginal mucosa characterised by loss of elasticity and hydration, such as vaginal dryness and/or atrophic vaginitis; said compositions can also be used successfully to lubricate the genital mucosa.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an antioxidant composition comprising a combination of galatomannan and N-acetyl cysteine for its use in the treatment of a skin disease or condition resulting from reactive oxygen species production in the skin or involving reactive oxygen species production in the skin, to a hydrogel containing said combination as well as to dressing wounds comprising said hydrogel and its use in the healing of ulcers, wounds, burns and scalds.

Abstract: A method for preventing and/or treating a disease associated with increased interleukin-1? and/or interleukin-6 and/or interleukin-8 activity and/or disease, in which a reduction in the activity of interleukin-1? and/or interleukin-6 and/or interleukin-8 is beneficial for healing includes utilizing a silicon-containing, biodegradable material containing a polyhydroxysilicic acid ethyl ester compound, with the proviso that wound defects including chronic diabetic-neuropathic ulcer, chronic leg ulcer, bedsores, secondary-healing infected wounds, non-irritating, primary-healing wounds, ablative lacerations and/or abrasions, are excluded from said disease that is prevented and/or treated with the silicon-containing, biodegradable material.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to methods of treating hypertension (HTN) in patients in need thereof wherein the patient optionally further suffers from chronic kidney disease (CKD) or Type II diabetes mellitus (T2DM). The invention also relates to methods of treating hyperkalemia in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient suffers from CKD, T2DM or HTN and are optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The invention also relates to methods of treating kidney disease in a patient in need thereof, wherein the patient is optionally being treated with an effective amount of a renin-angiotensin-aldosterone system (RAAS) agent. The methods can comprise administering an effective amount of a potassium-binding agent to the patient to lower the patient's blood pressure and/or increase or stabilize the patient's kidney function.

Abstract: Process for the identification of compounds for treating cancer. The invention relates to a method for identifying candidate compounds for use as therapeutic agents for the treatment of cancer, among those who are able to activate the MDA-5 protein or increase NOXA protein levels and to trigger autophagy. It is based on the fact that activation of dsRNA sensor MDA-5 is able to trigger the destruction of cancer cells by activation both autophagy and apoptosis, autonomously and selectively in tumor cells, without provoking the stabilization of the natural antagonist NOXA, MCL-1. The invention also relates to the use of double-stranded RNAs of the same or similar nature such as polyinosinic-polycytidylic acid (pIC), complexed with carriers such as polyethylenimine polycation (PEI), for the manufacture of medicines for the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: Therapeutically-active compositions that combine strontium with at least one additional molecules that increase the overall therapeutic potency of the combination beyond the potency of any of the separate constituents. Specifically, the combinations perform two important functions; (1) they increase the ability of topically-applied strontium to inhibit both acute sensory irritation (e.g., pruritus and pain), redness, swelling and inflammation (collectively defined for purposes of this description, “irritation”) and the chronic irritation that is characteristic of and contributes to the development and maintenance of painful or pruritic neuropathic conditions; and (2) they decrease the strontium activated pathways that are known to enhance the development and maintenance of pain, pruritis and neuropathic conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dietary supplement, composition, nutraceutical, and/or system for inducing or treating biological responses or conditions (namely sleep or sleep disorders) which utilize ultra-low dosage amounts of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, co-enzymes, stimulants, and/or similar ingredients in a highly bio-active delivery system which bypasses first pass metabolism. In particular, the present invention relates to a nutraceutical composition/formulation which substantially bypasses first pass metabolism and such as, but not limited to, activation of the glymphatic system to facilitate clearance of neuronal metabolites from the CSF and interstitial fluids in the brain.

Abstract: Disclosed are high loading, controlled-release dosage forms for oral administration of magnesium salts. For example, an oral dosage form can comprise from about 80% to about 95% magnesium lactate and one or more components. As another example, an oral dosage form can comprise at least about 50% magnesium salt and exhibit a controlled release dissolution profile. Also disclosed are methods for making controlled release dosage forms for oral administration of a therapeutically effective amount of magnesium salt to a mammal. Also disclosed are methods for treating a disorder characterized by magnesium deficiency and methods for preventing or alleviating low magnesium levels.

Abstract: Disclosed is an effervescent preparation of calcium and magnesium with additional citric acid in a defined ratio. Also disclosed is the use of these compositions to raise cardioprotective citrate and magnesium in serum to help prevent heart attacks from calcium supplements, and to provide bioavailable calcium and magnesium to prevent osteoporosis-related fractures and low blood magnesium from the use of proton pump inhibitors.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods, protocols, and compositions of matter useful for induction and/or propagation of antitumor immune responses through gene editing of immunocytes. Stimulation of antitumor adaptive immunity is achieved through gene editing of autologous or allogeneic lymphocytes in a manner to derepress neoplasia induced suppression. The method can include targets of gene editing disclosed in the current invention include the E3 ubiquitin ligase Cbl-b, CTLA-4, PD-1, TIM-3, killer inhibitory receptor (KIR) and LAG-3.

Abstract: Compositions for platelet rich plasma (PRP) and neutrophil-depleted PRP are provided. Methods for treating ischemia damaged tissues by delivering a PRP composition, in some embodiments a neutrophil-depleted PRP composition to the damaged tissue are provided. In some variations, the compositions may be useful to treat ischemic heart disease and repair damaged cardiovascular tissue following acute myocardial infarction including congestive heart failure. In some variations, the compositions may be useful to reduce cardiac apoptosis after a heart attack.

Abstract: A mesenchymal stem cell is provided. The mesenchymal stem cell that expresses an insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor have been cultured in media containing human cord blood serum and isolated, such that an insulin-like growth factor 1 receptor expression is enhanced in the isolated mesenchymal stem cells.

Abstract: We describe a method of monitoring the state of a cell, the method comprising establishing, for a selected microRNA (miRNA) species secreted by the cell, a ratio of: (a) a precursor form of the miRNA species (pre-miRNA); to (b) a mature form of the miRNA species (mature miRNA); in which the pre- to mature miRNA ratio so established is indicative of the state of the cell. We also describe a method comprising the steps of: (a) providing a mesenchymal stem cell (MSC); and (b) introducing an oncogene into the mesenchymal stem cell to thereby transform it; in which the transformed mesenchymal stem cell does not secrete a gene product of the oncogene into a medium in which it is grown.

Abstract: Provided are cells containing exogenous antigen and uses thereof.

Abstract: A biological composition has a mixture of mechanically selected allogeneic biologic material derived from placental tissue. The mixture has non-whole cellular components including vesicular components and active and inactive components of biological activity, cell fragments, cellular excretions, cellular derivatives, and extracellular components. The mixture including non-whole cell fractions including one or more of exosomes, transcriptosomes, proteasomes, membrane rafts, lipid rafts. The mixture is compatible with biologic function.

Abstract: The present invention is related to methods of making crustacean oil compositions. In particular, the crustacean oil compositions are krill oil compositions. In some embodiments, the krill oil compositions are concentrated in phospholipids. These concentrated phospholipid krill oil compositions have a sufficient flowability to permit successful encapsulation at phospholipid concentrations that is currently unattainable in the art. Such phospholipid krill oil compositions are capable of encapsulation even though they may have a phospholipid concentration ranging between approximately 60%-99% and a viscosity ranging between 100,000-3,000,000 cP. Such concentrated phospholipid krill oil compositions may be created using a small molecule organic solvent/water extraction mixture and/or sub-critical or super-critical fluid extraction at low temperatures followed by a drying process to remove water and organic solvent (e.g., for example, ethanol).

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating a disease or condition characterized by inflammation in a subject in need thereof, comprising administering to the subject an effective amount of a Pediococcus acidilactici probiotic. Compositions of Pediococcus acidilactici probiotic are also provided.

Abstract: Methods for the treatment of pregnancy complications through immune modulation are disclosed. Also disclosed are probiotic compositions capable of inducing an anti-inflammatory immune response in a subject. The probiotic composition may include one or more of Streptococcus thermophiles, Lactobacillus reuteri, Bifidobacterium bifidium, Lactobacillus acidophilus, and Lactobacillus casei.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter provides methods and kits for treating solid tumors in a subject by using a combination of anti-CTLA-4 and/or anti-PD-1 antibodies with at least one member of the group consisting of a bacterium, bacterial product, and an immunoregulatory entity. In particular embodiments, the bacteria are toxin-depleted, anaerobic bacteria, such as Clostridium novyi-NT.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides methods, systems, compositions, and kits to address the need for microbiome-related treatment of health conditions and disease. The present disclosure provides for treatment of metabolic conditions using microbial compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides Lactobacillus plantarum CJLP133 KCTC 11403BP, a composition for treating intestinal diseases comprising the lactic acid bacteria, and a composition for enhancing immunity comprising the lactic acid bacteria.

Abstract: The present invention discloses Lactobacillus crispatus 262-1 and an inoculum comprising such strain and application thereof. The Lactobacillus crispatus 262-1 is a new strain of Lactobacillus genus and is preserved in the China General Microbiological Culture Collection Center with a preservation number of CGMCC No. 6469. The Lactobacillus crispatus 262-1 particularly is the dominant bacteria in the vagina, has good acid and H2O2 production capability, good adhesion to the vaginal epithelial cells and significant resistance to bacterial vaginosis and various vaginal infections, and is characterized by safety, non-toxicity, good stability and long term preservation. The present invention also relates to the use of the Lactobacillus crispatus 262-1 in the preparation of pharmaceuticals for preventing and/or treating gynecological diseases and its application in feminine care products such as medical instruments, disinfect products or cosmetics.

Abstract: The invention includes methods and compositions for treating an animal to inhibit the incidence and growth of E. coli O157:H7 and other pathogenic bacteria. The treatment method comprises administering a therapeutically effective amount of Lactobacillus animalis or one or a combination of a number of other probiotic bacteria to an animal. An alternative treatment method comprises administering a therapeutically effective amount of a lactic acid producing bacterium such as Lactobacillus animalis in combination with a lactate utilizing bacterium such as Propionibacterium freudenreichii.

Abstract: A method is provided of selecting specific probiotic lactic acid bacteria producing histamine and the use of such strains for beneficial effects for mammals. The method includes selecting a lactic acid bacterial strain for use in the local production of histamine in a mammal, and further comprises screening bacteria for the presence of an active histidine operon and selecting a strain which has an active histidine operon and is capable of producing histamine. Preferably said strain is selected for its ability to produce histamine at a level of greater than 250 pg/ml. The present invention further provides products comprising the strains obtainable by the selection methods of the invention for use in the local production of histamine in a mammal, in particular for use in the treatment or prophylaxis of inflammatory conditions.

Abstract: Bacteriophage covalently attached to a carrier particle with an average diameter of from 0.1 microns to 15 microns, are used in topical treatment of bacterial infection. Bacteriophage covalently attached to a carrier particle of average diameter 7 microns or less are used in systemic treatment of bacterial infection. A plurality of bacteriophages lytic against different bacterial strains gives wide antibacterial activity. A combination therapy comprises administration of antibiotic and bacteriophage covalently attached to a carrier particle.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an oncolytic vaccinia virus and virus vectors for use in cancer therapy where in the virus comprises at least three vaccinia virus promoters which are positioned in the same orientation.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel immune balance regulator that regulates an immune balance in a living body. The immune balance regulator contains a Euglena-derived material and regulates an immune balance between Th1, Th2, and Th17, which is a balance between immune responses individually induced by Th1, Th2, and Th17 in a living body. The immune balance regulator regulates the immune balance between Th1, Th2, and Th17 so that immune responses induced by Th1 become relatively dominant over immune responses induced by Th2 or Th17 to improve a physical constitution that has an immune imbalance of Th1, Th2, and Th17 shifted towards Th2 and to prevent or treat a disease associated with the immune imbalance of Th1, Th2, and Th17 shifted towards a Th2 dominance. The immune balance regulator is administered prior to expected onset of a disease associated with the immune imbalance of Th1, Th2, and Th17 shifted towards the Th2 dominance.

Abstract: A therapeutic phenolic extract derived from plant biomass, and more specifically the indigenous Jamaican plant guaiacum officinale L. (Zygophyllaceae), for use in regressing or controlling HIV-1 replication in infected patients, and to help prevent sexual transmission of HIV-1, as well as the method for inhibiting HIV-1 by administering a pharmaceutically-acceptable amount of the crude extract to prevent HIV-viral replication without causing excessive damage to normal cells.

Abstract: A method for treating cancer is disclosed by boiling blended cannabis material with oil and collecting oil infused with cannabis; targeting cancerous cells in a body; and injecting the oil infused with cannabis into the body portion with cancerous cells.

Abstract: A method for treating cancer is disclosed by boiling blended cannabis material with oil and collecting oil infused with cannabis; targeting cancerous cells in a body; and injecting the oil infused with cannabis into the body portion with cancerous cells.

Abstract: A method for modifying cannabinol (CBN) to trans-?9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) content in a lipid-based extract of cannabis to yield a low-THC product. The method includes providing a lipid-based extract of cannabis containing THC, heating the lipid-based extract at 1 atm of pressure to 157 to 160° C. to vaporize a first portion of the THC, and converting a second portion of the THC to CBN by heating the lipid-based extract to between 130° C.-150° C. for at least 10 min. In one embodiment the step of vaporizing occurs after the step of converting to remove the trans-?9-tetrahydrocannabinol from the product.

Abstract: A method for preparing a purified cannabis extract may comprise extracting a crude extract from cannabis solids, dewatering the crude extract, removing chlorophyll from the crude extract, and distilling the crude extract thereby creating a purified cannabis extract. The extracting step may include contacting crude cannabis solids with an organic ester, thereby creating the crude extract and waste solids. The dewatering step may include contacting the crude extract with a solid dewatering agent and filtering the crude extract from the solid dewatering agent. The removing chlorophyll step may include contacting the crude extract with a solid absorbent agent, and filtering the crude extract from the solid absorbent agent.

Abstract: Aspects described herein relate to food and beverage compositions infused with lipophilic active agents and methods of use for the treatment of a variety of disorders. More particularly, aspects described herein relate to food and beverage compositions infused with lipophilic active agents such as cannabinoids, nicotine, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDs), and vitamins, that provide enhanced bioavailability of the lipophilic active agents in a subject, and that mask unpleasant tastes of lipophilic active agents.

Abstract: The invention relates to the fields of pharmacology and medicine, and provides anesthetic compositions and methods for the treatment of pain using compositions comprising Tea tree oil and one or more additional agent. The invention relates to analgesic compositions for the treatment of pain associated with a variety of disorders or conditions, particularly oral or dental disorders or conditions such as alveolar osteitis or dental caries.

Abstract: An animal feed such as a milk replacer includes a soluble fiber and a sugar alcohol. The milk replacer enhances weight gain, starter intake and reduces weaning time. The method of feeding the animal includes feeding a mixture of a soluble fiber and sugar alcohol. The animal feed may be used as a method of weaning young ruminants such as calves.

Abstract: Compositions comprising apple, grape, green tea, and olive extracts are presented herein. This synergistic formulations apple, grape, green tea, and olive extract are in amounts that provide a greater antioxidant activity or protein kinase modulating activity than provided by an equivalent amount of any one extract or a sum of the extracts. Further presented are methods of regulating oxidative stress, disease-associated protein kinase activity, and enhancing the therapeutic effect of a primary therapeutic agent. Also presented are methods of making an activity enhancing composition for regulating oxidative stress, disease-associated protein kinase activity, and enhancing the therapeutic effect of a primary therapeutic agent.

Abstract: A method of reducing TNF-? production in human epidermal keratinocytes, the method comprising topically applying to skin in need thereof a composition comprising an effective amount of a liquid kakadu plum extract comprising kakadu plum fruit, alcohol, and butylene glycol to reduce TNF-? production in human epidermal keratinocytes of the skin, and an effective amount of a liquid acai berry extract comprising acai berry fruit, water, and alcohol to reduce TNF-? production in human epidermal keratinocytes of the skin.

Abstract: A method for modulating a kinase by administering to a subject a nutritional composition comprising extensively hydrolyzed casein, extensively hydrolyzed casein fractions, or combinations thereof. A modulated kinase may be a kinase that regulates inflammatory signaling, immune tolerance, metabolic signaling, cell cycle and growth factor signaling. The nutritional composition may dose-dependently inhibit a range of serine, threonine and tyrosine kinases.

Abstract: Neuropeptide analogs and compositions including neuropeptide analogs are described herein. Also provided are methods of producing and using the neuropeptide analogs and compositions including one or more neuropeptide analogs.

Abstract: Methods of treating a central nervous system (CNS) disorder or mood disorder in a subject in need of such treatment are described. A therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising a melanocortin 5 receptor (MC5R) peptide ligand in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is administered to the subject. The MC5R peptide ligand is a selective MC5R antagonist, in which administration thereof to the subject can treat the CNS disorder or mood disorder with clinical improvement observed in a relatively short time.

Abstract: Methods of treating a depressive disorder or an anxiety disorder in a subject in need of such treatment are described. A therapeutically effective amount of a composition comprising Ac-Nle4-c[Asp5-His6-(NMe)D-Nal(2?)7-Arg8-Trp9-(NMe)Lys10]-NH2 (PEPTIDE 9), in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is administered to the subject. PEPTIDE 9 is a selective MC5R antagonist, in which administration thereof to the subject can treat the depressive or generalized anxiety disorder with clinical improvement observed in a relatively short time.

Abstract: Methods of treating humans or animals having various conditions are disclosed which include administering a cyclosporine component. Among the conditions treated are dry mouth syndrome, verruciform xanthoma, achlorhydria, mucous cysts, oral submucous fibrosis, oral nevi, cancer of the oral mucosa, maloplakia of the genito-urinary tract, vulvovaginitis, helicobacter pylori infection, duodenal ulcers, peptic ulcers, conditions affecting the uterus and appendicitis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a veterinary composition comprising an effective amount of at least one cyclic depsipeptide and at least one macrocyclic lactone; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, for the treatment or prophylaxis of parasitic infection in a mammal wherein the parasite shows resistance to treatment or prophylaxis with the macrocyclic lactone alone.