Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of myocardial infraction (MI). It more specifically relates to an agent stimulating, either directly or indirectly, the 5-hydroxytryptamine 1B receptor, and to a composition comprising said agent, for use in the treatment of a patient having a myocardial infraction (MI). The invention further encompasses therapeutic and screening methods.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination comprising an aminothiolester compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, in particular the S-methyl 4-(dimethylamino)-4-methylpent-2-ynethioate or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and more particularly the 4-(Dimethylamino)-4-methyl-2-pentynethioic acid S-methyl ester fumarate, and a compound able to increase H2O2 level in cancer cells of a subject, in particular for use for the treatment of cancer in a subject, wherein cancer cells of said subject do not overproduce H2O2 in comparison to a control value and have a level of GSH below 5 nmol for 25000 cells.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound for inhibiting thymic stromal lymphopoietin (TSLP) secretion from mast cells and use thereof. The compound of the present invention was confirmed to significantly inhibit TSLP secretion from mast cells and, accordingly, may be used as a candidate compound for treating and preventing atopic dermatitis, allergic dermatitis, and/or inflammatory bowel disease.

Abstract: Novel compositions that promote hair growth or hair restoration, and compositions that prevent hair loss. Compositions including an iNOS inhibitor as an active ingredient are provided. Advantageous affects for hair growth or hair restoration are obtained when a composition including an iNOS inhibitor as an active ingredient is administered to a mammal. For the iNOS inhibitor, a low-molecular compound, an antibody, or a nucleic acid drug such as an antisense oligonucleotide or siRNA may be used. A method of screening for effective substances for promotion of hair growth or hair restoration or prevention of hair loss is also provided.

Abstract: A liposomal rehydration salt formulation includes phospholipids at a concentration of about 1.0 g/L to 10.0 g/L, salts, water, oleoylethanolamide, and a percentage inclusion ratio of salts (salts retained within total salts/liposomes) of at least 50% and a sodium electrolyte of about 12 mEq/L to 90 mEq/L. The formulation has an actual osmolarity lower than 130 based on the at least 50% encapsulation of the salts and the liposomes comprise a particle diameter ranging from 200 nm to 500 nm.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions suitable for topical administration to a mammalian subject including sodium hyaluronate and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient. The present invention also provides methods for making and using the same.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combination therapy for the prevention and/or treatment of immune-mediated chronic inflammatory and autoimmune diseases comprising a combination of one or more C3-C8 carboxylic acids, physiologically acceptable salts and/or esters thereof, and one or more fumaric acid esters and/or salts thereof. The combination being particularly useful in the treatment of psoriasis and multiple sclerosis.

Abstract: Methods of lowering the plasma LDL-C levels in a patient on a stable dose of statin where the patient has an LDL-C level above treatment goal. Methods of decreasing a patient's risk for developing coronary heart disease, having a recurrent cardiovascular event or reducing the severity of a secondary cardiovascular event, wherein the patient is on a stable dose of statin and the patient has an LDL-C level above treatment goal.

Abstract: This invention relates to a derivative of the general formula (I), as follows: or an enantiomer, diastereoisomer, hydrate, solvate, tautomer, racemic mixture or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for use as a medicament for the treatment and/or prevention of muscle atrophy in mammals and/or for limiting muscular atrophy in mammals and/or to promote muscle growth in exercising mammals aimed at increasing muscle mass and quality, preventing the occurrence of symptoms of sarcopenia related to age or rehabilitation after a muscle loss, age-related muscle atrophy and/or the consequences of drug therapy and/or immobilization and/or cachexia.

Abstract: A composition useful for promoting a desired oral microbiota to treat an allergy related respiratory condition in a subject in need of such treatment, the composition including an amino acid containing ingredient including individual molecules of L-arginine; the composition in a configuration to be maintained within the oral cavity for a period of at least about 30 seconds to about an hour, the desired oral microbiota including Veillonella and Streptococcus.

Abstract: A method of promoting a desired oral microbiota to treat an oral and/or sinus infection condition in a subject in need of such treatment including providing a preformulated prebiotic edible composition including an amino acid containing ingredient comprising individual molecules of L-arginine; substantially removing a biofilm from surfaces within an oral cavity by heating the inside of the oral cavity to a temperature of about 100 deg F. to about 130 deg F.; wherein following removal of the biofilm, the composition is provided contained and at least partially dissolved within an oral cavity of the subject for a period of at least from about 30 seconds to about an hour on a daily basis of at least two consecutive days to promote an increased concentration of selected oral microbiota, the selected microbiota comprising Veillonella and Streptococcus, thereby treating the oral and/or sinus infection condition.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods, compositions, and kits for treating retinopathy, including diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, in a subject in need.

Abstract: Omega-3 compositions, dosage forms, and methods of use are disclosed herein. The omega-3 compositions and dosage forms disclosed herein may comprise DHA and EPA. The omega-3 compositions and dosage forms disclosed herein may comprise re-esterified triglycerides. Methods of treatment using the compositions and dosage forms are also disclosed.

Abstract: A method for treating benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), prostatitis, and/or prostate cancer, including the step of administering an isothiocyanate functional surfactant to a patient affected by benign prostatic hyperplasia, prostatitis, and/or prostate cancer.

Abstract: A method for reducing macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF or MMIF) cytokine or its biological activity, including the step of administering an isothiocyanate functional surfactant to a patient having a disease or condition wherein MIF cytokine or its biological activity is implicated in the disease or condition.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and 3-benzylsulfonylpropionitrile, or its pharmaceutically acceptable salts. The present invention also relates to methods of using the compound for treating inflammation or inflammatory-related disorders and pain.

Abstract: Obesity is inhibited by administering to a person in need thereof an effective amount of entacapone ((2E)-2-cyano-3-(3,4-dihydroxy-5-nitrophenyl)-N,N-diethylprop-2-enamide), or a pharmaceutically-acceptable salt thereof, particularly in conjunction with a second, different anti-obesity medicament. Pharmaceutical compositions comprise entacapone copackaged or coformulated with a second, different anti-obesity medicament.

Abstract: Provided in some embodiments are titration packages, kits, and methods of treating pulmonary arterial hypertension comprising prescribing and/or administering to a patient in need thereof 2-(((1r,4r)-4-(((4-chlorophenyl)(phenyl)carbamoyloxy)methyl)cyclohexyl)methoxy)acetic acid (Compound 1), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, or solvate thereof, via a titration scheme that comprises the up-titration of Compound 1, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, or solvate thereof, over a period of no more than about nine weeks until an optimized dose is administered.

Abstract: The present teachings relate to liquid pharmaceutical formulations of furosemide, where the pharmaceutical formulations include a molar excess of tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane to furosemide, have a pH in the range of 7 to 8.5, and a concentration of tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane greater than or equal to about 50 mM. The present teachings can improve the stability of liquid pharmaceutical formulations including furosemide and the suitability of such pharmaceutical formulations for subcutaneous administration or delivery.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a pharmaceutical composition comprising therapeutically effective amount of, or an extract consisting essentially therapeutically effective amount of at least one cannabinoid selected from the group consisting of: Cannabidiol (CBD) or a derivative thereof, Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) or a derivative thereof, and any combination thereof, for use in the treatment of multiple myeloma (MM). The present invention further discloses methods and uses of the aforementioned composition.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing a concentrate of polymer proanthocyanidins with a concentration of more than 40%, characterised by the use of enzymatic treatments and by the absence of organic solvents and/or the extraction of organic solvents. This concentrate can be used as a functional ingredient, a food supplement, a cosmetic product and a pharmaceutical product.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating traumatic brain injury in a subject are provided.

Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising compounds or precursors to compounds which may be used for a variety of therapeutic applications including, for example, treating and/or preventing a disease or disorder related to reduced or inadequate mitochondrial activity, including aging or stress, diabetes, obesity, and neurodegenerative diseases. The compounds relate generally to urolithins and precursors thereof, including but not limited to ellagitannins and urolithin A. In certain embodiments the compositions are presented in or as food products or nutritional supplements. These same compounds and compositions can also be used advantageously in generally healthy individuals to increase or maintain metabolic rate, decrease percent body fat, increase or maintain muscle mass, manage body weight, improve or maintain mental performance (including memory), improve or maintain muscle performance, improve or maintain mood, and manage stress.

Abstract: A method of treating, preventing, and/or managing rosacea in a subject includes the steps of administering intravenously to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of vitamin C. The therapeutically effective amount is at least one gram of vitamin C. The administering may be performed once every day or every other day. Alternatively, the administering may be stopped for a one week in a month period, or for one week in any eight month period. Alternatively, the administering may be performed once every day for a week and off for a week, wherein the method is then repeated or performed once every other day for a week and off for a week, wherein the method is then repeated.

Abstract: The present invention relates, in certain embodiments, to methods for preventing and/or treating neurodegenerative damage (e.g., secondary cascade of neurodegenerative damage) and improving functional outcomes (e.g., outcomes associated with cognitive, behavior and sensorimotor function) caused by traumatic brain injury using neuroprotective lipoyl compounds. The present invention also provides, in various embodiments, compositions for use in treating and/or preventing TBI in a subject in need thereof, compounds for use in the manufacture of a medicament for treating and/or preventing TBI in a subject in need thereof, and methods of preparing a pharmaceutical composition for treating and/or preventing secondary brain damage caused by TBI.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the compounds of formula (I) [INSERT FORMULA], in which A and R1-R12 are defined in the Specification. The compounds of formula (I) have therapeutic effects, such as treating cancers.

Abstract: The present invention refers to the use of N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine (melatonin) and/or an analogue thereof, for use in the medical or veterinary field in the assisted reproduction for promoting the mechanism of implantation of the embryo, and in particular for the prevention of implantation failure into the uterus, by topical administration of an effective amount in a mammalian subject female in need of such treatment, and related compositions, culture media and medical devices.

Abstract: The invention provides an oral preparation containing compound 1 used for cardiovascular disease, the oral preparation is prepared to ribbon via dry granulation process, the oral preparation comprises compound 1, filler, binder and disintegrant, and the ribbon density in process is between 0.7 and 1.5 g/cm3.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides substituted aliphanes, cyclophanes, heteraphanes, heterophanes, hetero-heteraphanes and metallocenes, of Formula I D-M-D??(Formula I) useful as antiviral agents. In certain embodiments disclosed herein M is a group —P-A-P— where A is Certain substituted aliphanes, cyclophanes, heteraphanes, heterophanes, hetero-heteraphanes and metallocenes disclosed herein are potent and/or selective inhibitors of viral replication, particularly Hepatitis C virus replication. Pharmaceutical compositions/and combinations containing one or more substituted aliphanes, cyclophanes, heteraphanes, heterophanes, hetero-heteraphanes and metallocenes and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier are also provided by this disclosure. Methods for treating viral infections, including Hepatitis C viral infections are provided by the disclosure.

Abstract: Described herein are unit oral solid dose compositions composed of ibuprofen and nizatidine. The compositions described herein are useful in improving the quality of pain in a subject or a bodily function of a subject afflicted with pain or definite improvement of a subject afflicted with pain.

Abstract: Methods useful in the treatment of synovial sarcoma are provided. The methods comprise administering to a subject suffering from synovial sarcoma a compound as disclosed herein. Also provided are novel compounds having therapeutic effects on subjects suffering from synovial sarcoma and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds. The compounds were identified by screening for agents that promote the assembly of wild-type BAF (also called mSWI/SNF) complexes in modified SS cells.

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.

Abstract: The application describes treatment of hepatic encephalopathy using gastrointestinal specific antibiotics. One example of a gastrointestinal specific antibiotic is rifaximin.

Abstract: Methods of increasing tonic inhibition in a subject in need thereof, for example a subject with Fragile X syndrome or Angelman syndrome are disclosed. Methods of treating secondary insomnia in a subject with a neurodegenerative disease or disorder are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to pharmaceutical compositions for inhalation comprising aclidinium in the form of a dry powder of a pharmaceutically acceptable salt in admixture with a pharmaceutically acceptable dry powder carrier, providing a metered nominal dose of aclidinium equivalent to about 400 micrograms aclidinium bromide.

Abstract: Described are compounds that inhibit androgen receptor action, pharmaceutical compositions including the compounds, and methods of using the compounds and compositions for treating disorders and conditions in a subject.

Abstract: Provided are methods and compositions for treating cancers in patients carrying an IDH1 mutation using a combination of an inhibitor of a mutant IDH1 enzyme and an AML induction and consolidation therapy.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for treating pain associated with a burn injury originating from a thermal exposure, from a radiation exposure, from contact with a chemical agent, and/or from friction in an animal, comprising administering to an animal in need thereof, an effective amount of the compound of formula (I), wherein Ar1, Ar2, X, R3 and R20 are as described herein.

Abstract: Provided are a nimodipine water-soluble derivative, and a preparation method and a use thereof, belonging to the field of pharmaceutical chemistry. The nimodipine water-soluble derivative has the structural feature of general formula I and has a relatively high water solubility, and can be converted into nimodipine by an internal enzyme in blood or in the body, so that the nimodipine water-soluble derivative can be used as a nimodipine prodrug and a calcium ion antagonist for treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to the field of oral pharmaceutical composition of dihydropyridine derivatives. In particular, present invention relates to oral solution formulations of dihydropyridines with non-aqueous solvent and antioxidant having improved stability.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for use in treating acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and a method of treating AML in a patient in need thereof. The present invention also provides a method for predicting the sensitivity to the treatment in the patient using gene expression signature.

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

Abstract: Methods and compositions for enhancing female sexual arousal and treating female sexual dysfunction utilize L-arginine or equivalents and/or derivatives thereof, and an agent that enhances the activity of the L-arginine or equivalent thereof. These enhancing agents include niacin and/or nicotinamide. Niacin and/or nicotinamide, in combination with L-arginine or its equivalent allow a desired amount of nitric oxide to be delivered or generated at the female genitals in order to increase vasodilation and blood flow to the area to enhance sexual arousal and/or pleasure and to treat sexual dysfunction.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a combination therapy involving a selective Bcl-2 inhibitor and a MEK inhibitor for the treatment of a patient in need of such a therapy. The patient in need of the combination therapy is suffering from cancer, such as acute myeloid leukemia.

Abstract: The invention provides a combination or salt of lipoic acid and a compound of formula (I): The combinations and salts are useful for treating diabetes.

Abstract: The present application discloses a therapeutic agent for breast cancer, comprising 5-((2-(4-(1-(2-hydroxyethyl)piperidin-4-yl)benzamide)pyridin-4-yl)oxy)-6-(2-methoxyethoxy)-N-methyl-1H-indole-1-carboxamide or a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The disclosure is directed at least in part to compositions and methods comprising nicotinic agonists for treating e.g., nervous system disorders, in particular, to combination therapies that include a nicotinic agonist (for example, nicotine) and a nicotinic acetylcholine receptor desensitization inhibitor (for example, opipramol).

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of use of hexokinase 2 (HK2)/mitochondria-detaching compounds, including jasmonate derivatives and piperazine derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions including such compounds for inducing immune responses in a subject, including potentiating the immune response to hyperproliferative disorders such as cancer and potentiating the immune response to infectious diseases.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of use of hexokinase 2 (HK2)/mitochondria-detaching compounds, including jasmonate derivatives and piperazine derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions including such compounds for treating, inhibiting, or suppressing a hexokinase-2 (HK2)-expressing cancer.

Abstract: A method of inducing anesthesia, sedation, and a method for treating disorders including central nervous system disorder, peripheral nervous system disorder, depression ischemia, and treatment with an anticonvulsant by administering an effective amount of a compound to a subject in need thereof.