Abstract: Embodiments of the present invention provide dosage forms and methods for treating a patient with an inflammatory disorder with a therapeutically effective amount of aminopterin, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, that achieve efficacy without concomitant toxicity. Within certain embodiments, the present invention provides a method for treating an inflammatory disorder in a patient with uninterrupted doses of aminopterin.

Abstract: The subject matter generally relates to methods of treatment and/or prophylaxis of CNS diseases, disorders, and/or injuries. In one aspect, the subject matter relates to inhibitors of phosphodiesterase 1 (PDE1) as neuroprotective agents and/or neural regenerative agents. In a further aspect, the subject matter relates to individuals that are at risk for the development of CNS disease or disorder.

Abstract: Provided are compounds of Formula I: as described herein. Compounds of Formula I are useful in methods of inhibiting viral RNA polymerase activity and viral replication. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of Formula I, as well as methods of treating viral infections using compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising: (a) a compound of formula 1 wherein: n is 1 or 2; R1 is hydrogen, halogen, C1-4-alkyl, or O—C1-4-alkyl; R2 is hydrogen, halogen, C1-4-alkyl, or O—C1-4-alkyl; and R3 is hydrogen, C1-4-alkyl, OH, halogen, O—C1-4-alkyl, O—C1-4-alkylene-COOH, or O—C1-4-alkylene-COO—C1-4-alkyl, or an enantiomer, mixture of enantiomers, or racemate thereof, or an acid addition salt with pharmacologically acceptable acids thereof, or a solvate or hydrate thereof; and (b) another active substance 2, wherein the molar ratio of the compound of formula 1 to the active substance 2 is 1:10 to 12:1.

Abstract: Carbon monoxide-releasing organic molecules are described herein. The molecules can be synthesized prior to administration (e.g., ex vivo) or formed in vivo. In those embodiments where the molecules are formed in vivo, reactants are administered under physiological conditions and undergo a cycloaddition reaction to form a product which releases carbon monoxide. In applying such reactions for therapeutic applications in vivo, the cycloaddition and CO release typically occur only under near-physiological or physiological conditions. For example, in some embodiments, the cycloaddition reaction and/or release of carbon monoxide occur at a temperature of about 37 C and pH of about 7.4. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for release carbon monoxide are also described.

Abstract: Methods are provided for treating a subject for a condition caused by an abnormality in the subject's autonomic nervous system. In accordance with the subject methods, at least a portion of a subject's autonomic nervous system is pharmacologically modulated with at least one beta-blocker in a manner that is effective to treat the subject for the condition. The subject methods find use in the treatment of a variety of different conditions, where such conditions include various disease conditions. Also provided are systems and kits for use in practicing the subject methods.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and uses of the compounds of formula (I) for treating bacterial infections are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition containing a SIRT2 inhibitor and, more specifically, to: a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating renal inflammatory diseases, which are caused by sepsis, by controlling inflammation-inducing factors by sepsis through the regulation of SIRT2 gene expression so as to reduce renal inflammation, thereby preventing a kidney injury; and a pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating cancer, having an effect of increasing anticancer efficacy while reducing nephrotoxicity, which is a side effect of cisplatin, when administered together with cisplatin.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel cyclic amines which inhibit the P2X7 receptor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use SHIP inhibitors to induce expression of granulocyte colony stimulating factor (G-CSF) in a subject, thereby promoting expansion of hematopoietic and mesenchymal stem cells.

Abstract: Methods for treating female sexual dysfunction are provided. In particular, methods for treating a woman having HSDD by administering to the woman a therapeutically effective amount of an androgen, whereby the therapeutically effective amount of the androgen is administered in a manner that results in a reduction in expected number of cardiovascular events in the woman are provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides a rocuronium preparation with an excellent stability. The rocuronium preparation contains rocuronium and a buffer solution and having an adjusted pH of 3.5 or less (for example, 2.5 to 3.5). The buffer solution may be a citric acid-sodium hydroxide buffer solution, a tartaric acid-sodium hydroxide buffer solution, a potassium hydrogen phthalate-hydrochloric acid buffer solution, a glycine-hydrochloric acid buffer solution, or the like. Such a rocuronium preparation has, for example, after 6-month storage at 40° C., a generation rate of rocuronium-related substance C of 5% or less.

Abstract: The invention provides a biodegradable drug-eluting particle useful for the delivery of diagnostic or therapeutic agents. In certain embodiments, the drug-eluting particle of the invention comprises a biodegradable porous silicon body, a reservoir formed within the porous silicon body having at least one opening to an exterior of the body, wherein the reservoir contains a therapeutic or diagnostic agent, and an agent-permeable seal disposed over the at least one opening. The invention further provides a method for treating a patient to obtain a desired local or systemic physiological or pharmacological effect comprising administering a sustained release drug delivery particle of the invention.

Abstract: This invention relates the use of cortisol blockers (e.g., glucocorticoid receptor [GR] antagonists) for the treating or preventing viral infections, treating or preventing treatment resistant prostate cancer, treating or preventing neoplasia, and treating or preventing infection related to acute or chronic injury or disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use canthaxanthin and/or 25-hydroxy vitamin D3 (25-OH D3) for improving breeder hatchability and fertility and for lowering embryo mortality in poultry. More particularly, the invention relates to the use of Canthaxanthin and/or 25-hydroxy canthaxanthin in the manufacture of a food or veterinary composition for improving hatchability in poultry.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for treating a microbial infection in an infected subject comprising administering to the subject an antimicrobial composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of one or more lipophilic cation, and, optionally, another one or more antimicrobial compound or antimicrobial agent. The invention further provides a pharmaceutical composition with antimicrobial properties comprising a therapeutically effective amount of one or more lipophilic cation and another one or more antimicrobial compound or antimicrobial agent.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for reducing, or inhibiting inflammation in a subject in need thereof have been developed. Pharmaceutical compositions including one or more phosphatidylglycerol (PG), or functional derivatives thereof, in an effective amount to reduce or inhibit inflammation are provided. The compositions are particularly suited for treating inflammation associated with the skin such as psoriasis, or inflammation associated with the eye. Methods for treating, or preventing inflammation in an inflammatory condition, or an autoimmune disease using the composition, optionally in combination with one or more therapeutic, prophylactic or diagnostic agents, or procedures, are described.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a composition comprising phytic acid or a phytate salt, magnesium in the form of salt, hydroxide or oxide and optionally at least one polyphenol. These components may be in isolated form or be part of an enriched plant extract. The invention is also related to the use of this composition for the treatment of renal lithiasis, preferably calcium or calcium oxalate lithiasis, either in the form of a medicament, a nutraceutical or functional food or food supplement.

Abstract: Oral dosage forms of osteoclast inhibitors, such as nitrogen-containing bisphosphonates, such as zoledronic acid in an acid or a salt form, or in a molecular complex can be used to treat or alleviate pain or related conditions, such as treating pain associated with Paget's disease of bone.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X and R are as defined herein. The compounds of formula (I) are useful as gyrase and/or topoisomerase IV inhibitors for treating bacterial infections. The compounds of formula (I) either possess a broad range of anti-bacterial activity and advantageous toxicological properties or are prodrugs of compounds having said activity.

Abstract: Oral dosage forms of osteoclast inhibitors, such as nitrogen-containing bisphosphonates, such as zoledronic acid in an acid or a salt form, can be used to treat or alleviate pain or related conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to vesicular formulations for use in the treatment of pain and/or reduced mobility associated with a loss of lubrication and/or structural integrity and/or swelling of a collagen structure. It also relates to a method of treating pain such as joint pain or tendonitis comprising topically administering a vesicular formulation according to the invention.

Abstract: What is described is a method for treating cancer in a patient in need of such treatment through the use of an antagonist to CXCR1 and/or CXCR2 receptors by administering a therapeutically effective amount of an antagonist of CXCR1 and/or CXCR2, or pharmaceutical compositions thereof, either alone as monotherapy, or in combination with at least one other anticancer therapy.

Abstract: The present embodiments relate to compositions and methods for treating the inflammatory response in a tissue or organ, such as the liver, by contacting the tissue with a tissue-specific gap junction inhibitor; and compositions and methods of reducing the toxicity of an agent by administering a gap junction inhibitor either simultaneously or sequentially with exposure to the agent. For example, inhibition of the liver-specific gap junction connexin 32 by 2-aminoethyoxydiphenyl-borate, effectively treats and/or prevents hepatotoxicity.

Abstract: Disclosed are prodrugs of anthracyclines (such as doxorubicin) and derivatives thereof that are selectively cleaved and activated by fibroblast activating protein (FAP). The prodrugs are useful for targeted delivery of “warhead” anthracycline or anthracycline derivative to FAP-expressing tissues, including cancer (e.g., solid tumors). Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the prodrugs, as well as methods of using the prodrugs to treat a disorder characterized by FAP upregulation, e.g., cancer, undesirable fibrosis, and undesirable inflammation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for inhibiting myeloid-derived suppressor cells or treating cancer comprising administering a pharmaceutical composition containing decitabine or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt as an active ingredient. The decitabine suppresses creation of a cell population of myeloid-derived suppressor cells (MDSC) created in spleen and bone marrow in tumorigenic mice and induces apoptosis of the MDSC cell population. Therefore, the decitabine may be useful as agents for treating MDSC-related diseases and anticancer immunotherapy, or an anticancer supplement.

Abstract: A system and method for a skin treatment lotion. The lotion has a protecting agent, a moisture absorber, a binding agent, water, and an antibiotic agent or hydrocortisone. In one example, the protecting agent is zinc oxide, the moisture absorber is talcum, the binding agent is glycerin, and the antibiotic agent comprises neomycin. The lotion is applied topically to treat skin irritants. In one example, the lotion is stored and dispensed in a dispenser. This allows for controlled dispensing of the lotion as well as preventing the water within the lotion from evaporating.

Abstract: A method is described for treating a peroxisome biogenesis disorder by administering to an individual in need thereof an effective amount of an autophagy inhibitor. Uses, compositions, and commercial packages are also described. The peroxisome biogenesis disorder may be Zellweger syndrome, neonatal adrenoleukodystrophy, Refsum disease, or cerebrohepatorenal syndrome. The autophagy inhibitor may be chloroquine diphosphate; hydroxychloroquine sulfate; verteporfin; difluoromethylornithine; clarithromycin; clomipramine; desmethylclomipramine hydrochloride, anisomycin; Spautin-1; U0126; SP600125; Wortmannin; LY294002; Bafilomycin; Forskolin; Melatonin; 1-((2-(diethylamino)ethyl)amino)-4-methylthioxanthen-9-one; 1-(2-diethylaminoethylamino)-4-(hydroxymethyl)-9-thioxanthenone; or N-[[1-[[2-(diethylamino)ethyl]amino]-9-oxo-9H-thiaxanthen-4-yl]methyl]methanesulfonamide.

Abstract: A method of treating hypercholesterolemia in a subject in need thereof comprising administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a cardiac glycoside. In addition, a method of reducing, modulating or otherwise affecting production of ApoB-100-containing lipoproteins is also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods of treating a subject suffering from an ocular infection and/or ocular inflammation are disclosed. The methods include administering to an eye of a subject in need thereof a composition comprising at least two active agents in an ophthalmically acceptable vehicle that can provide a sustained release of the at least two active agents. Advantageously, the composition does not result in a statistically significant elevation in intraocular pressure in a statistically significant number of subject eyes when administered twice daily over a period of two weeks.

Abstract: This invention is a novel modified release pharmaceutical composition comprising sofosbuvir and ribavirin and at least one pharmaceutically acceptable excipient for use in the treatment of hepatitis C virus infections, chronic hepatitis C (CHC), hepatocellular carcinoma or patients with end-stage liver disease awaiting liver transplantation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to inhibitor(s) or antagonist(s) of PADI4 (peptidyl arginine deiminase, type IV), PPAR? (peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor delta), GCKR (glucokinase regulatory protein), and/or P2X4R (purinergic receptor P2X, ligand-gated ion channel 4) for the use as anti-viral agent(s) as well as for the use in the prevention and/or treatment of infection(s) with virus(es) of the Flaviviridae family, such as Dengue virus and hepatitis C virus (HCV). The present invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions or kits comprising said inhibitor(s)/antagonist(s) and methods of preventing and/or treating infection(s) with virus(es) of the Flaviviridae family. The present invention further relates to methods of screening for antiviral agent(s).

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel hyperosmolar composition of hyaluronic acid for the use thereof in the treatment of corneal oedema.

Abstract: Systems, compositions, devices, and methods for treating a mammary condition in a mammal using gNO delivered from a nitric oxide releasing solution (NORS) are disclosed and described. In one embodiment, the mammary condition may be mastitis.

Abstract: A functional chemical consumption formulated for human consumption and useful for alleviating undesirable physiological effects. The chemical composition may be in liquid, food, or pill form and includes ingredients specifically to provide comfort for persons exposed to higher altitudes. Primary ingredients may include a combination of ammonium, chloride, and potassium ion.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide an agent that potentiates the antitumor effect of an anticancer agent by allowing efficient accumulation of the anticancer agent in tumor tissue. The administration of carbonate apatite with the anticancer agent allows efficient accumulation of the anticancer agent in the tumor tissue to dramatically potentiate the antitumor effect of the anticancer agent.

Abstract: A process for making cerium-containing nanoparticles with biocompatible stabilizers is described, wherein an aqueous reaction mixture comprising cerous ion, citric acid, a stabilizer (chelator) selected from the group consisting of nitrilotriacetic acid, ethylene glycol tetraacetic acid and diethylenetriaminepentaacetic acid, and an oxidant, is provided, followed by a heating step to effectively form the nanoparticles. These biocompatible nanoparticles can be used to treat oxidative stress related diseases and events, such as ischemic stroke.

Abstract: Organo-transition metal complexes possess anti-viral inhibitory activity against influenza A, including the S3 IN mutant. The organo-transition metal complexes include a transition metal and at least one ligand based on the structure of an M2 proton channel blocker. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions are useful for treating viruses such as influenza A.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for producing immuno-stimulatory autologous dendritic cells. The present invention further relates to the use of such cells for treating patients suffering from hyper-proliferative disease such as cancer.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a cell implant for islet grafts and uses thereof. More specifically, the present disclosure provides a method for treating or preventing diabetes including administering a composition comprising a spheroid and an islet cluster as active ingredients to a subject in need thereof, and a method for preparing the cell implant. According to the present disclosure, the cell implant can reduce loss of the biological activity and function of islet cells and increase the viability of the islet cells. Therefore, the cell implant can improve the quality of the islet cells or maintain the quality for a long time and also improve angiogenic capacity, and, thus, can be used in treating diabetes.

Abstract: The invention generally relates to the ability of autologous CD133+ bone marrow stem cells (BMDSC) to induce endometrial regeneration and treat endometrial pathologies such as Asherman's syndrome and endometrial atrophy. Methods to induce endometrial regeneration are provided, which comprises administering an effective amount of autologous CD133+ bone marrow derived stem cells (BMDSC) into uterine arteries of a subject in need thereof to induce endometrial regeneration.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods of inhibiting stem cell binding to organs and tissues, including the blocking of stem cell binding to germinal centers present in lymph tissue. Disclosed are compositions and methods for regenerating germinal centers in lymphatic tissue. Included in the compositions are adjuvants, agonists to CD40, CD28 and the IL-21 receptor, and antagonist to CD20.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a novel medical application to regenerative medicine that uses pluripotent stem cells (Muse cells). The present invention provides a cell preparation for treating cerebral infarction and sequelae associated therewith that contains SSEA-3-positive pluripotent stem cells isolated from mesenchymal tissue in the body or cultured mesenchymal cells. The cell preparation of the present invention is based on a brain tissue regeneration mechanism by which Muse cells differentiate into nerve cells and the like in damaged brain tissue by administering Muse cells into cerebral parenchyma.

Abstract: A method correcting pathological human skin conditions caused by aging provides reduction of clinical signs of skin aging and improves functional skin parameters by using the patient's autogenous fibroblasts and their further introduction to the patient, where material is sampled, and cells are grown with further isolation of the patient's fibroblast culture. Genetic research of the fibroblast culture is conducted by determining the DNA sequence and the activity of the genes selected from the group including TGFB1, TGFBR2, COL1A1, COL1A2, SOD1, SOD2, GPX1, GPX3, CLCA2. Findings are compared with normal DNA sequences and the data of the normal expression level of the respective genes. Genetic constructs are created with the cDNAs of the patient's genes the activity of which is modified, or the DNA structure of which has deviations. These genetic constructs are embedded in the patient's fibroblast culture. Then these modified autogenous fibroblasts are injected to the patient.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to methods, compositions and uses thereof for enhancing vascularization of a tissue or cell transplant for transplantation into a subject. In particular, one aspect of the present invention provides methods and compositions comprising the use of a population of stromal vascular fraction (SVF) cells to encapsulate or surround a tissue or cell transplant to enhance vascularization of the tissue or cell transplant. Another aspect of the present invention provides methods and compositions for enhancing vascularization of a tissue or cell transplant by combining a population of SVF cells with a tissue or cell transplant to form a transplant mixed with SVF cells. In some embodiments, the SVF cells can be on the surface or embedded within a three-dimensional matrix. In some embodiments, the SVF cells can be generically engineered to secrete therapeutic proteins or pro-angiogenic factors.

Abstract: Microcapsules are described that comprise (a) a liquid aqueous or hydrogel core; (b) a semipermeable membrane surrounding said core; (c) live animal cells (e.g., pancreatic cells) in the core; and (d) oxygen-generating particles in said core, said oxygen-generating particles included in said microcapsules in an amount sufficient to lengthen the duration of viability of said animal cells in said microcapsules. Compositions comprising such microcapsules and uses thereof, such as in treating diabetes, are also described.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a novel medical application to regenerative medicine that uses pluripotent stem cells (Muse cells). The present invention provides a cell preparation for treating chronic kidney disease that contains SSEA-3-positive pluripotent stem cells isolated from mesenchymal tissue in the body or cultured mesenchymal cells. The cell preparation of the present invention is based on a renal tissue regeneration mechanism by which Muse cells are made to selectively accumulate at a site of kidney disease and differentiate into cells that compose the kidney by administering Muse cells intravenously to a subject having the aforementioned disease.

Abstract: Genetically engineered bacteria, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of treating or preventing autoimmune disorders, inhibiting inflammatory mechanisms in the gut, and/or tightening gut mucosal barrier function are disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure is directed to methods for i) promoting gut regeneration, ii) promoting gut maturation and/or adaptation, iii) supporting gut barrier resistance and/or iv) protecting gut barrier function in a pediatric subject comprising administering to the pediatric subject a composition comprising an effective amount of a soluble mediator preparation derived from a late-exponential growth phase of a probiotic batch-cultivation process, such as Lactobacillus rhamnosus GG (LGG). The present methods advantageously provide the gut-protection benefits of LGG soluble mediators without introducing live bacterial culture to individuals with impaired gut barrier function. In some embodiments, the pediatric subject has impaired gut barrier function and/or short bowel syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a method for selecting lactic acid bacterial strains effective for preventing bone loss in humans and strains that have been selected according to the presented method. The selection method is based on the strain's capability of reestablishing an altered microbial community to normal and/or harboring at least one of four specific SNPs.