Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition is described which includes diclofenac as an active ingredient. The pharmaceutical composition further includes a (meth)acrylic polymer which has a specific solubility and/or a particular functional group in one polymer component.

Abstract: In this specification, a pharmaceutical dosage form comprising a three-dimensional structural framework of thin, solid elements surrounded by interconnected void space is disclosed. The elements comprise at least a drug, a water-absorptive, polymeric excipient, and a hydrophilic surface composition. Upon immersion in a dissolution fluid the three-dimensional structural framework is wetted uniformly, transitions from solid to viscous due to the diffusion of dissolution fluid into the thin elements, expands in all dimensions, and disintegrates and releases drug. The disclosed dosage form enables greater drug delivery rates and better control of the drug concentration in blood for improving the efficacy and safety of drug therapies.

Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical compositions and methods for preparing pharmaceutical compositions using solventless mixing methods. Excess coating material that is not bound to a coated API particle may be removed by a sieving process. Coating and dosing ratios can also be optimized to minimize the amount of excess unbound coating material. Specifically, a coating ratio and/or a dosing ratio can be used to minimize the residual amount of excess unbound coating material to minimize agglomeration of coating material during storage. In some embodiments, a pharmaceutical composition is provided, the pharmaceutical composition comprising: 65-85% w/w API particles; 15-30% w/w coating material coating the API particles; and 3-15% w/w matrix surrounding the coated API particles, wherein the pharmaceutical composition comprises a disintegration time rate of less than 10 seconds for at least six months under storage conditions of at least 25° C. and at least 60% relative humidity.

Abstract: Embodiments described herein are directed to novel pharmaceutical compositions comprising a plurality of microgranules comprising nitroimidazole compounds, and uses of these pharmaceutical compositions in the treatment of bacterial vaginosis.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for suppressing bitterness of a quinoline derivative.

Abstract: Insecticidal compositions containing an insecticidal effective amount of erythritol and sucralose, and optionally a carrier. Insecticidal bait composition containing (a) an effective amount of the insecticidal composition, (b) one or more food materials, and (c) optionally a phagostimulant. Method for killing insects involving treating an object or area with a composition containing an insects killing effective amount of the insecticidal composition.

Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical compositions and methods for preparing pharmaceutical compositions comprising Ibuprofen using solventless mixing methods. Excess coating material that is not bound to coated Ibuprofen may be removed by a sieving process. Coating and dosing ratios can also be optimized to minimize the amount of excess unbound coating material. Additionally, the compositions can be formulated to preserve the functional coating of coated Ibuprofen and to minimize aeration of Ibuprofen when mixed into suspension.

Abstract: The invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical tablet for oral delivery, the tablet comprising calcium carbonate in an amount of more than 30% by weight of the tablet and organic water-insoluble components in an amount of more than 20% by weight of the tablet, wherein the tablet is designed to be masticated into a coherent residual containing the organic water-insoluble components, and wherein the tablet is adapted to release more than 80% of the calcium carbonate within 5 minutes of mastication.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing flavorant particles includes melting a food grade wax and a flavorant into a molten wax; solidifying the molten wax; and grinding the solidified molten wax into a plurality of flavorant particles. Another method of manufacturing flavorant particles includes melting a food grade wax and a flavorant into a molten wax, the molten wax having a melting temperature between about 50° C. to about 70° C.; and spray-chilling the molten wax into at least one solid flavorant particle, the solid flavorant particle having a diameter of between about 0.1 mm to about 2.0 mm.

Abstract: Sustained release compositions in tablet or multiparticulate forms comprising (a) an active ingredient, (b) a primary sustain release agent, (c) a wax-like agent, and (d) a bulking or spheronizing agent are provided. The compositions are chewable and/or taste masked. Oral dosage forms comprising such compositions and methods for preparing and using such compositions and dosage forms are also provided.

Abstract: Liquid nutritional compositions that include functional ingredients such as beta-hydroxy-beta-methylbutyrate, docosahexaenoic acid, and lutein are disclosed. The nutritional compositions are useful to promote at least one of physical performance (e.g., body composition, muscle mass, muscle strength) and cognitive function (e.g., focus, attention, alertness, executive function) in an individual. The functional ingredients are incorporated into the nutritional composition in such a way that they do not adversely affect the desirable properties of the nutritional composition such as, for example, nutritional value, stability, solubility, taste, and mouthfeel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a modified-release composition comprising orlistat and acarbose, comprising individually distinct parts with different release patterns: a) a first part, G1, comprising from about 5 to about 70% w/w of the total dose of acarbose, b) a second part, G2A, comprising from about 30 to about 95% w/w of the total dose of acarbose, c) a third part, G2B, comprising from about 10 to about 90% w/w of the total dose of orlistat, and d) a fourth part, G3, comprising from about 10 to about 80% w/w of the total dose of orlistat, and the total concentration of acarbose and orlistat, respectively, in the composition is 100% w/w.

Abstract: The invention relates to a medical chewing gum comprising gum base polymers and an active pharmaceutical ingredient, the gum base polymers comprising polyvinyl acetate and vinyl laurate-vinyl acetate copolymer in an amount of more than 90% by weight, wherein the gum base polymers include 20-95% by weight of polyvinyl acetate and -80% by weight of vinyl laurate-vinyl acetate copolymer, and wherein the chewing gum contains no polyterpene resins and no resins based on gum rosin, wood rosin or tall oil resin.

Abstract: Provided herein, generally, are pharmaceutical formulations, e.g., injectable pharmaceutical formulations with improved stability, comprising morphine sulfate or a hydrate thereof, and methods of producing and using the same. Also provided herein are kits comprising the formulations, e.g., injectable morphine formulations.

Abstract: A composition and an article of manufacture providing relief of indigestion, heartburn, GERD and some hangovers. The composition is an oleophilic colloidal suspension of a finely ground powder of USP calcium carbonate suspended in a usually tasteless edible oil; wherein the suspension has a weight ratio range of oil to calcium carbonate that is from about 1.0 (oil) to 0.25 (calcium carbonate) to about 1.0 (oil) to 2.2 (calcium carbonate); and a single dose has a calcium carbonate weight range from about 200 mg to about 1000 mg. The composition can include other foods and additives so that it may be used and dispensed in a plurality of delivery systems and foods. The oleophilic colloidal suspension can be dispensed as a soft-gel.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a dispersible tablet comprising crospovidone, notably a tablet comprising crospovidone and a ?-lactam antibiotic such as amoxicillin, to a method for preparing said tablet and to the use of said tablet.

Abstract: Provided is a fast dissolving film composition comprising a medically active component as an active ingredient, in which the bitter taste of the active ingredient is masked and the fast dissolving film composition has a high content of 50% or higher. More particularly, provided is a pharmaceutical composition which comprises sildenafil or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof as an active ingredient, and which comprises a combination of a specific bitter taste masking agent to achieve masking of a bitter taste. Further, provided is a fast dissolving film composition which comprises a combination of a specific plasticizer to mask a bitter taste, and in which the physical properties of the high-content film are excellent.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating bacterial, fungal, and yeast infections in wounds are disclosed. The disclosed poloxamer-based pharmaceutical composition includes a micronized poloxamer composition base combined with one or more suitable active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), such as, antibacterial or antifungal, thereby resulting in a synergistic effect for the APIs. The micronized poloxamer composition within poloxamer-based pharmaceutical composition includes poloxamer 407 and poloxamer 188. Poloxamer-based pharmaceutical composition exhibits a particle size average of about 50 ?m, which enhance APIs solubility. Additionally, poloxamer-based pharmaceutical composition can be delivered in a plurality of dosage forms, such as, powders, sprays, ointments, pastes, creams, lotions, solutions, and patches, among others.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions, methods and uses utilizing alginate compositions, for treating, preventing and/or reducing liver damage induced by a hepatotoxic agent, and for treating a medical condition treatable by a hepatotoxic agent, in which an alginate composition is administered prior to, concomitant with, or shortly after exposure to a hepatotoxic agent. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising a hepatotoxic agent and an alginate composition and uses thereof for treating medical conditions treatable by the hepatotoxic agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition in the form of pourable granules or a chewable tablet containing at least one phosphate binding substance and at least one effervescent agent. The composition may be taken orally without adding water.

Abstract: An orally disintegrable tablet, of the present invention, which comprises (i) fine granules having an average particle diameter of 400 ?m or less, which fine granules comprise a composition coated by an enteric coating layer, said composition having 10 weight % or more of an acid-labile physiologically active substance and (ii) an additive, has superior disintegrability or dissolution in the oral cavity so that it can be used for treatment or prevention of various diseases, as an orally disintegrable tablet capable of being administered to the aged or children and easily administered without water. Also, because the tablet of the present invention contains fine granules having the average particle diameter such that it will not impart roughness in mouth, it can be administered easily without discomfort at the administration.

Abstract: A composition comprising a tetrahydrocannabinoid compound, a second cannabinoid and a corticosteroid is provided. The composition is useful to treat psoriasis and related conditions in a mammal.

Abstract: Microparticles or granules intended for use in the zootechnical field, constituted by a core which contains a substance having a pharmacological action, a food supplement or a diagnostic medium, intimately mixed or adsorbed with a hydrated silicate of magnesium, aluminum, calcium and sodium (smectite, montmorillonite or bentonite); the core is coated with a double fatty layer constituted by two fats or waxes, of which the one having the highest melting point constitutes the inner layer while the one having the lowest melting point is arranged so as to form the outer layer.

Abstract: An effervescent chewable dosage form that comprises a pH neutralization agent, an acid, and an effervescent agent. The chewable dosage form can also further comprise simethicone, a sweetener, and a lubricant. The pH neutralization agent can be calcium carbonate, the acid can be citric acid and the effervescent agent can be sodium bicarbonate.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical dosage system comprising (a) an effective amount of one or more of Doxylamine, an analog thereof, a derivative thereof, a prodrug thereof, a metabolite thereof and/or a salt thereof; (b) an effective amount of one or more of (i) Pyridoxine, (ii) an analog thereof, (iii) a derivative thereof, (iv) a prodrug thereof, (v) a metabolite thereof and (vi) a salt of any of (i)-(v); and (c) an effective amount of one or more compounds of formula (I) wherein R is H, PO3? or The system exhibits an improved pharmacokinetic profile relative to the current Diclectin®/Diclegis® formulation and is useful for example for the alleviation of the symptoms of nausea and vomiting, for example in the case of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP).

Abstract: A pharmaceutical dosage system comprising (a) an effective amount of one or more of Doxylamine, an analog thereof, a derivative thereof, a prodrug thereof, a metabolite thereof and/or a salt thereof; (b) an effective amount of one or more of (i) Pyridoxine, (ii) an analog thereof, (iii) a derivative thereof, (iv) a prodrug thereof, (v) a metabolite thereof and (vi) a salt of any of (i)-(v); and (c) an effective amount of one or more compounds of formula (I) wherein R is H, PO3- or The system exhibits an improved pharmacokinetic profile relative to the current Diclectin®/Diclegis® formulation and is useful for example for the alleviation of the symptoms of nausea and vomiting, for example in the case of nausea and vomiting of pregnancy (NVP).

Abstract: A method of producing an immune response in a subject including the step of administering to the subject a dry powder vaccine composition having a dry powder containing a subunit antigen with virus-like particles, where the subunit antigen is stabilized by a polysaccharide-containing plant extract, and where mucosal vaccination results in an immune response which is not further enhanced by co-inclusion of adjuvants.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement for adults fifty years and older, and methods of use thereof, are provided that are designed to be most effective in optimizing health, improving vitality and immunity, and improving, aiding, eye and bone health.

Abstract: Highly compactable granulations and methods for preparing highly compactable granulations are disclosed. More particularly, highly compactable calcium carbonate granulations are disclosed. The granulations comprise powdered materials such as calcium carbonate that have small median particle sizes. The disclosed granulations are useful in pharmaceutical and nutraceutical tableting and provide smaller tablet sizes upon compression than previously available.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide a matrix-type solid preparation that has high-level release controllability for suppressing drug release in the upper gastrointestinal tract and accelerating drug release in the lower gastrointestinal tract, and that solves of all the above drawbacks caused by combining a plasticizer. The present invention provides a method for producing a matrix-type pharmaceutical solid preparation that contains: (a) a methacrylic acid-based enteric polymer; (b) a sugar and/or a sugar alcohol, and (c) tolvaptan.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a chewable soft capsule shell and a chewable soft capsule, and to a filled jelly sweet and a process for preparing a chewable soft capsule shell or filled jelly sweet, wherein the chewable soft capsule shell comprises gelatin 10%-50%, water retention agent 10%-40%, thickening agent 2%-20%, water 6%-20%, and said soft capsule shell has a thickness of 0.3-1.2 mm.

Abstract: A tablet that rapidly disintegrates in the oral cavity comprising a compressed blend of rapidly dispersing microgranules prepared by granulating a sugar alcohol or a saccharide or a mixture thereof having an average particle size less than about 30 microns and a disintegrant, and a taste-masked microcapsule containing at least one drug, the microcapsule being prepared by granulating a pharmaceutically acceptable formulation comprising at least one drug in a therapeutically effective amount and at least one polymeric binder that improves resilience of the microgranules, wet milling the granulated mass, and microencapsulating the milled granules to provide microcapsules.

Abstract: A chewable pharmaceutical composition comprising phenylephrine, artificial sweetener, and a substantially aldehyde-free matrix is provided. The composition has phenylephrine stability suitable for a typical commercial product with a two year shelf life. A method of manufacture of the composition and a method of use are also provided.

Abstract: A tablet that includes a solid solution of soluble fiber and one or more sugar alcohols, the solid solution having a glass transition temperature of less than 40° C., and one or more additives dispersed in the solid solution such that at least one additive is released from the tablet when the tablet is chewed or dissolved within an oral cavity.

Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions suitable for oral administration in the form of edible films comprising diclofenac.

Abstract: The invention relates to a mucoadhesive medicinal preparation for administering active substances in veterinary or humane medicine, containing at least one active substance, which preparation is characterized in that it is a mucoadhesive matrix disintegratable in aqueous media, which matrix contains at least one matrix-forming polymer and wherein at least one active substance is dissolved or dispersed, and in that the said preparation disintegrates or erodes within maximally 15 minutes after introduction in an aqueous medium or in body fluids, or in that the preparation initially gels within maximally 15 min after its introduction in an aqueous medium or in body fluids, and disintegrates or erodes within maximally 30 min after said introduction.

Abstract: A method for producing individually dosed active substance-containing and, in particular, aromatic-containing, film-shaped administration form, rapidly disintegrating upon contact with a liquid, wherein the aromatic is present as an internal, liposoluble phase in the form of liquid droplets distributed within an outer, solid but water-soluble phase, is characterized in that the said outer phase contains: at least 40% (w/w) polyvinyl alcohol 0 to 30% (w/w), of a surface-active substance, and that the constituent amount of the inner phase, relative to the outer phase, is between 0.1 and 30% (w/w), in each case relative to the water-free portions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a microcapsule pharmaceutical composition of at least a bisquinoline drug. said microcapsule comprises a drug core of a pharmaceutically effective amount of a bisquinoline drug and a polymeric coating over the core. This microcapsule pharmaceutical composition has desirable pharmaceutical properties, including taste masking effect and a high stability.

Abstract: A bi-layer, oral adhering tablet (troche) made by pressing powders with a bi-layer tablet press, having greater than 80% acacia gum as an adhesive in an adhering layer. In a preferred embodiment, the tablet has about 99% acacia gum.

Abstract: An oral methylphenidate extended release tablet is described, which can be scored and still retain its extended release profile. The tablet contains a combination of an uncoated methylphenidate-ion exchange resin complex, a barrier coated methylphenidate-ion exchange resin complex-matrix, and an uncomplexed methylphenidate active component. Following administration of a single dose of the extended release methylphenidate chewable tablet, a therapeutically effective amount of methylphenidate is reached in less than about 20 minutes and the composition provides a twelve-hour extended release profile.

Abstract: The invention refers to a composition material that is intended for rapid transmucosal delivery in the mouth of a biologically active substance when in contact with saliva. The composition material comprises at least one ionic carbohydrate, having at least one biologically active substance ionically bound thereto, and at least one wetable non-soluble polymeric carbohydrate. The invention also refers to a method of preparing the composition material, which comprises the steps of: (a) providing a mixture of the at least one biologically active substance and at least one ionic carbohydrate in a solvent having a permissive pH for ionic bonding of the at least one biologically active substance to the at least one ionic carbohydrate; (b) mixing the mixture in the solvent for a period that is sufficient for allowing the ionic bonding to take place; and (c) recovering the mixture from the solvent.

Abstract: A combination of sheets can be combined into an ingestible unit. The individual sheets can be prepared to have one or more functionalities, such as providing a biologically active agent, disintegrating and opening the unit, controlling release of an agent, facilitating absorption from the GI tract, as well as many others. The individual sheets can be selectively identified for combining into a multifunctional ingestible unit with a random or predetermined arrangement or stacking pattern. The individual sheets can be loose in a capsule or laminated together into a stacked layered structure. The combination of sheets can be pressed, laminated, tableted, or otherwise prepared into an ingestible unit. The ingestible unit can be predetermined to be useful for administering a drug, drug combination, multi-drug regimen as well as tailored to subject-specific multi-drug therapeutic regimens. The sheets can be loaded with any type of agent ranging from drugs to anti-counterfeit agents.

Abstract: An energy tablet and method of manufacturing the same that successfully masks the bitter taste of caffeine which has precluded popularity of chewable energy tablets in the past.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical dosage form adapted to supply a medicament to the oral cavity for buccal, sublingual or gingival absorption of the medicament which contains an orally administrable medicament in combination with an effervescent for use in promoting absorption of the medicament in the oral cavity. The use of an additional pH adjusting substance in combination with the effervescent for promoting the absorption drugs is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of manufacture of fast-disintegrating solid dosage forms, characterized in that one or more structure building components in mixed solid powder form are dosed into cavities of blister packs or moulds, the remaining components dissolved in water dosed and added to the powder to form a moistened, plasticized mass, frozen to below ?20° C., and the water sublimed in high vacuum. In this way solid dosage forms are obtained with a similar porous structure as usually result from freeze drying processes, but the process requires much less water, which means considerably less time and less energy.

Abstract: A matrix formulation for a soft chewable capsule is provided which includes a gel-forming composition, a plasticizer, a polymer modifier, and water. The polymer modifier may be a carboxylic acid or other organic compound that alters the physical and/or chemical properties of the capsule formulation. A chewable soft capsule is also provided, having enhanced organo-leptic and processing properties. An active material may be delivered to a user using this dosage form. A method of forming the chewable soft capsule is also provided.

Abstract: A process for the manufacture of semi-plastic pharmaceutical unit doses using a rotary moulding machine and semi-plastic pharmaceutical dosage units obtained by this process.

Abstract: An edible wafer containing nutritional supplement formulations suitable for specific enhancement of cell and mitochondrial function comprises enriched formulations of phospholipids or phospholipid chemical precursors containing inulin and specifically identified concentrations of phosphatidylglycerol, phosphatidic acid and phosphatidylcholine, and mitochondrial and cell membrane phospholipid molecules as well as other desirable constituents. These edible wafer lipid combinations can be used to treat mitochondrial disorders associated with medical pathologies, chronic illnesses and syndromes, or to maintain lipid balance for normal mitochondrial function, and can be administered in many different forms.

Abstract: The invention relates to hydroxyflavanones, their salts and stereoisomers and their mixtures for suppressing or reducing the bitter and/or metallic taste impression. In addition, the invention relates to nutritional, nutritive or consumable preparations or oral pharmaceutical compositions, characterized in that these have an active content of hydroxyflavanones, their salts and stereoisomers or their mixtures.

Abstract: An herbal composition for providing a beneficial effect to the respiratory tract. The composition includes Thyme Leaf, Wild Cherry Bark, Cocoa Extract, Mullein Leaf Extract, and Boswellia Serrata. In particular, the composition may prevent or treat cough, specifically caused by exposure to smoke. Also described are methods of using the herbal composition.