Abstract: There is provided herein a method of treating a poikilothermic organism, such as marine bivalves, in a decreasing temperature environment which method comprises exposing the organism to a source of eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) at temperatures of from 18° C. to about 12° C., and then exposing the organism to a source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) at temperatures of from about 11° C. to about 5° C. There is also provided herein a method of just conducting the first or second exposing step without the other, and also a method of using a decrease in temperature to catalyze the organism to produce EPA and/or DHA and/or non-methylene-interrupted fatty acids (NMIs).

Abstract: A method for treating glycogen storage disease by administering an effective amount of a composition that includes ketogenic odd carbon fatty acids that ameliorate the symptoms of these diseases.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are crystalline forms of (N,N-Diethylcarbamoyl)methyl methyl (2E)but-2-ene-1,4-dioate, which is a prodrug of methyl hydrogen fumarate. Crystalline form 1, Crystalline form 2, Crystalline 3, and Crystalline form 4 are disclosed.

Abstract: A method for treating skin cancer including the steps of applying an isothiocyanate functional surfactant to an area affected by skin cancer, wherein the isothiocyanate functional surfactant comprises at least one isothiocyanate functional group associated with an aliphatic and/or aromatic carbon atom of the isothiocyanate functional surfactant.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of silver(I) monophosphine complexes as Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API's), including anticancer agents, for the treatment, diagnosis and/or prevention of cancer. The present invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing such complexes and further extends to a method of treating or diagnosing a subject/patient suffering from cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to intranasal pharmaceutical compositions. In particular, the present invention is directed to sustained, enhanced delivery of pharmaceutical agents across the nasal mucosa for systemic drug delivery.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to the treatment of sleep disturbances in individuals with Smith-Magenis Syndrome (SMS).

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition contains the chromone derivative of Chemical Formula 1 and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt as an active ingredient, thus effectively inhibiting the activation of EMT to thereby enable the effective suppression of a disease caused by fibrosis of an organ or tissue in vivo due to the activation of EMT.

Abstract: Described herein are tricyclic macrolactones. The macrolactones have a high binding affinity for PKC. The compounds described herein can be used in a number of therapeutic applications including the treatment or prevention of viral infection. Also described herein are methods for producing macrolactones. The methods permit the high-yield synthesis of macrolactones in a low number of steps and with a high degree of substitution and specificity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of compound 1-[4-methylthiophenyl]-3-[3,5-dimethyl-4-carboxydimethyl-methyloxyphenyl]prop-2-en-1-one for treating fibrotic diseases and cancers.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition containing ?-lipoic acid and N-acetylcysteine as active ingredients. The mixed composition of ?-lipoic acid and N-acetylcysteine of the present invention can reduce a risk of side effects due to drugs with synergetic effects due to merge administration of two drugs, and can be usefully used for preventing or treating obesity with excellent effects of inhibiting a weight gain compared to each single composition containing ?-lipoic acid or N-acetylcysteine.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical compositions including proline or proline derivatives is provided. A method for the treatment of dementia, Alzheimer's and neurodegenerative diseases with the compositions is also provided.

Abstract: Compounds having a structure of Formula (A) are provided. Uses of such compounds for treatment of various indications, including prostate cancer as well as methods of treatment involving such compounds are provided. Uses of compounds having a structure of Formula (F) for treatment of various indications, including prostate cancer as well as methods of treatment involving such compounds are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a concentrated melatonin solution, wherein melatonin is present in a quantity of 10.0% or higher in a substantially water-free carrier mixture of ethanol and a polyethoxylated derivative. The concentrated solution, free of preserving agents, is suitable to prepare injectable sterile compositions for parenteral administration, or formulations for topical or oral administration. The invention also encompasses a method for the preparation of the concentrated solution, as well as the possible benefits of the intravenous infusion of high levels of melatonin as adjuvant therapy in Ebola or Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) or as an anti-oxidant/anti-aging treatment.

Abstract: This invention relates to long-acting injectable compositions for combating parasites in animals, comprising at least one isoxazoline active agent, a liquid PEG and/or a neutral oil, optionally a co-solvent, and optionally a pharmaceutically acceptable additive or excipient. This invention also provides new isoxazoline active agents with long-lasting efficacy against ectoparasites. The invention also provides for improved methods for eradicating, controlling, and preventing parasite infections and infestations in an animal comprising administering the novel isoxazoline compounds and long-acting injectable compositions of the invention to the animal in need thereof.

Abstract: Described herein are methods of treating locally advanced or metastatic estrogen receptor positive breast cancer.

Abstract: A nasal composition is provided comprising or consisting of a first composition part in the form of a liquid for nasal application to a patient in use, and a second composition part in the form of a powder for nasal application to the patient in use. The first and second composition parts are applied to the patient separately or together as required.

Abstract: There is provided a composition suitable for oral transmucosal administration (sublingual) comprising dexmedetomidine. The composition is useful for the treatment of sleep disorders such as insomnia and capable of providing sleep on demand. The composition comprises an effective amount of dexmedetomidine or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, solvates thereof, or derivatives thereof, formulated for delivery of dexmedetomidine across a subject's oral mucosa.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided that are useful for diagnosing, treating, and monitoring alcohol dependence and disorders, susceptibility to alcohol dependence disorders, as well as drug related dependence and disorders. The methods include treating patients with an antagonist of the serotonin receptor 5-HT3 for such disorders, wherein the patient's serotonin transporter gene SLC6A4 is known to have particular genotypes.

Abstract: The invention disclosed herein is directed to compounds of Formula I and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, which are useful in the treatment of prostate, breast, colon, pancreatic, human chronic lymphocytic leukemia, melanoma and other cancers. The invention also comprises pharmaceutical compositions comprising a therapeutically effective amount of compound of Formula I, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The invention disclosed herein is also directed to methods of treating prostate, breast, ovarian, liver, kidney, colon, pancreatic, human chronic lymphocytic leukemia, melanoma and other cancers. The invention disclosed herein is further directed to methods of treating prostate, breast, colon, pancreatic, chronic lymphocytic leukemia, melanoma and other cancers comprising administration of a therapeutically effective amount of a selective PPAR? antagonist.

Abstract: Dopamine reuptake inhibitors, and their analogs, are disclosed for treating and delaying the progression of autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). In certain embodiments, compounds are provided that increase full-length survival of motor neuron (SMN) protein production by an SMN2 gene.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to N-substituted-5-substituted phthalamic acids which of formula (A). The compounds are considered useful for the treatment of diseases treatment of a neurodegenerative disease, psychiatric disease, motoneuron disease, peripheral neuropathies, pain, neuroinflammation or atherosclerosis such as Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula I: 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 treatment of joint damage or joint injury in a mammal, and for inducing differentiation of mesenchymal stem cells into chondrocytes.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to tolperisone, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or hydrate thereof, with 10 ppm 2-methyl-1-(4-methylphenyl)-propenone (4-MMPPO) or less, methods of producing the same, as well as compositions related thereto. The disclosure further relates to methods of treating a subject with tolperisone under conditions that limit exposure of the subject to tolerable levels of 4-MMPPO.

Abstract: There is provided a sustained-release pharmaceutical composition comprising a solid, continuous network comprising an excipient with a high mechanical strength, which network also comprises pores, within which pores is interspersed a mixture of an active ingredient and a film-forming agent, characterised in that said pores are formed during the production of the composition. Compositions of the invention find particularly utility as abuse-resistant formulations comprising opioid analgesics that may be employed in the treatment of chronic pain.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to sublingual formulations containing fentanyl, a pharmaceutically acceptable sale thereof, or derivative thereof, suitable for administration to a patient, and methods for treatment with the formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treatment of movement disorders, comprising administering to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of befiradol, where in the administering step provides an average patient's maximum plasma concentration of befiradol below 15 ng/mL which occurs more than 4 hours post administration, said method minimizing side effects of dizziness and nausea. Sustained release pharmaceutical compositions that can be used according to this method are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation which provides for extended release of an active pharmaceutical ingredient selected from N-[2-hydroxy-3-(1-piperidinyl)-propoxy]-pyridine-1-oxide-3-carboximidoyl chloride, its stereoisomers and the acid addition salts thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a chewable tablet including a polymer system, tobacco powder, flavor and sweetener, at least about 70% by weight of the polymer system being polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) and less than 10% by weight of the polymer system being polymer having a molecular weight (Mw) of greater than about 50000 g/mol.

Abstract: This application provides for a method of increasing brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) serum level in a human subject comprising periodically administering to the subject an amount of laquinimod or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof effective to increase BDNF serum level in the human subject. The method can further comprise periodically administering to the subject an amount of a second BDNF-increasing agent. This application also provides for a method for treating a human subject suffering from a BDNF-related disease comprising periodically administering laquinimod or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in an amount effective to treat the human subject. This application additionally provides for use of laquinimod in the manufacture of a medicament for increasing BDNF serum level in a human subject. This application further provides for a pharmaceutical composition comprising an amount of laquinimod effective for use in increasing BDNF serum level in a human subject.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds that are urea transporter-A inhibitors that are useful for producing a strong diuretic response and may be used for treating refractory edema associated with cardiovascular, renal, and metabolic diseases, disorders, and conditions.

Abstract: The disclosures herein relate to novel compounds of formula wherein Ar1 and R1 are as defined herein, and their use in treating, preventing, ameliorating, controlling or reducing cerebrovascular or vascular disorders associated with CGRP receptor function.

Abstract: This invention concerns pyrroloquinoline derivatives as antagonists of 5-HT6 receptors, to methods for the preparation of these compounds and to novel intermediates useful for their synthesis. The invention also relates to the uses of such compounds and compositions, particularly their use in administering them to patients to achieve a therapeutic effect in schizophrenia, anxiety, depression, maniac depression, epilepsy, obsessive compulsive disorders, mood disorders, migraine, Alzheimer's disease, age related cognitive decline, mild cognitive impairment, sleep disorders, eating disorders, anorexia, bulimia, panic attacks, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, attention deficit disorder, Parkinson's disease, Huntington's disease, withdrawal from abuse of cocaine, ethanol, nicotine or benzodiazepines, pain, obesity and type-2 diabetes, functional bowel disorder, Irritable Bowel Syndrome. The compounds have the general formula (XIV), wherein the symbols have the meanings given in the description.

Abstract: A method for inducing a sustained immune response in humans or animal patient suffering from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS, autoimmune disease, cancer, inflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases comprises daily administration to such patients a single oral tablet, rapidly dissolving film, capsule, liquid or cream dose of an Immediate release naltrexone composition comprising between about 0.01 to about 10 mg of naltrexone. In order to provide a benefit the naltrexone must be an Immediate release composition comprising between about 0.

Abstract: A method for inducing a sustained immune response in humans or animal patient suffering from human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS, autoimmune disease, cancer, inflammation, and neurodegenerative diseases comprises daily administration to such patients a single oral tablet, rapidly dissolving film, capsule, liquid or cream dose of an Immediate release naltrexone composition comprising between about 0.01 to about 10 mg of naltrexone. In order to provide a benefit the naltrexone must be an Immediate release composition comprising between about 0.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a sustained release buprenorphine microsphere (SRBM) formulation capable of delivering buprenorphine, a metabolite, or a prodrug thereof for a duration of about 7 days to about 6 months.

Abstract: Drug products adapted for nasal delivery, comprising a pre-primed device filled with a pharmaceutical composition comprising an opioid receptor antagonist, are provided. Methods of treating opioid overdose or its symptoms with the inventive drug products are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of fibrosis. In particular, the present invention relates to a method of treating fibrosis in a subject in need thereof comprising administering the subject with a therapeutically effective amount of at least one monoacylglycerol lipase (MGL) inhibitor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of increasing the bioavailability and/or prolonging ophthalmic action of a drug, the method comprising instilling into the eye an aqueous suspension comprising reversible clusters of drug loaded nano-resin particles, said clusters having a D50 value of at least 2 micrometer and said drug loaded nano-resin particles have a particle size distribution characterized in that the D90 value is 70 nanometer to 900 nanometer. The present invention further relates to an aqueous suspension comprising reversible clusters of drug loaded nano-resin particles, said clusters have a D50 value of at least 2 micrometers and said drug loaded nano-resin particles have a particle size distribution characterized in that the D90 value is 70 nanometers to 900 nanometers.

Abstract: Described herein are methods and pharmaceutical formulations for treating dry eye disease.

Abstract: This invention relates to pyrimidine derivatives, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions, and their use in treating viral infections such as HCV or HBV.

Abstract: The present invention provides for compounds of Formula I and embodiments and salts thereof for the treatment of diseases (e.g., neurodegenerative diseases). R1, R2, R3, X1, X2, A and Cy variable in Formula all have the meaning as defined herein.

Abstract: A solid form of Nilotinib hydrochloride, which exists as a co-crystal of nilotinib hydrochloride and levulinic acid having a molar ratio of nilotinib hydrochloride to levulinic acid of 1:2, and a process for the preparation of the co-crystal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for modulating the control of apoptosis, specifically for modulating the interaction between hnRNP-K and lincRNA-p21 to induce or prevent apoptosis in the cell.

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to compounds which can inhibit AAK1 (adaptor associated kinase 1), compositions comprising such compounds, and methods for inhibiting AAK1.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pemetrexed formulations comprising a non-aqueous solvent that remains stable after dilution for at least about 48 hours when stored at 2° C. to 8° C. The present invention is also directed to pemetrexed formulations comprising a non-aqueous solvent that remains stable for at least about 24 months when stored at 2° C. to 8° C.

Abstract: The present application relates to novel substituted (aza)pyridopyrazolopyrimidinones and indazolopyrimidinones, to processes for their preparation, the compounds for use alone or in combinations in a method for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of diseases, in particular for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of acute and recurrent bleeding in patients with or without underlying hereditary or acquired bleeding disorders, wherein the bleeding is associated with a disease or medical intervention selected from the group consisting of menorrhagia, postpartum hemorrhage, hemorrhagic shock, trauma, surgery, transplantation, stroke, liver diseases, hereditary angioedema, nosebleed, and synovitis and cartilage damage following hemarthrosis.

Abstract: An injectable depot formulation includes a biocompatible polymer, an organic solvent combined with the biocompatible polymer to form a viscous gel, and a small molecule drug incorporated in the viscous gel such that the formulation exhibits an in vivo release profile having Cmax to Cmin ratio less than 200 and lag time less than 0.2.

Abstract: Methods useful for sustaining a reduction of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis are provided herein. Such methods may comprise administering to a subject in need thereof a sirtuin pathway activator and/or PDE5 inhibitor alone or in combination with an amount of a branched amino acid in free amino acid form, or a metabolite thereof. Also provided herein are compositions and kits for practicing any of the methods described herein.