Abstract: The invention relates to processes for coating a surface with a crosslinked polyelectrolytes multilayer film incorporating a protein, preferably a growth factor type protein. The invention also relates to crosslinked polyelectrolytes multilayer films obtained by this process, and a coated surface obtained therefrom.

Abstract: The present invention in general relates to a pharmaceutical dosage form comprising a multi-layered release formulation formed by co-extrusion. Said formulation in particular comprises a core layer comprising at least one polymer selected from polycaprolactone, ethylcellulose, or combinations thereof; and a coat layer comprising at least one (co)polymer selected from the list comprising: polyethylene oxide; polyethylene glycol; Basic Butylated Methacrylate (co)polymer; a (co)polymer of polyvinylcaprolactam, PEG and polyvinylacetate; or combinations thereof.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided which comprise effective amounts of one or more analgesics, such as hydrocodone or acetaminophen, and an antiemetic, such as promethazine, to treat a subject, including reducing or eliminating an adverse effect associated with the analgesics.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are provided which comprise effective amounts of analgesic to treat a subject, including to reduce or eliminate an adverse effect associated with the analgesic.

Abstract: The present disclosure describes a composition and a kit having a plurality of compounds for use in the treatment of inflammatory joint diseases and chronic inflammatory connective tissue diseases, such as Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). The disclosure also relates to a process of obtaining the composition and the method of treating diseases by administration of the compositions.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for use in oral medication for the treatment of diabetes mellitus can include an antacid agent with an enteric coating, which permits the antacid agent to be delivered in the small intestines where it reduces acidity thereby causing a lowering of blood sugar levels. The pharmaceutical composition can be packaged in various tablet forms, including standard tablets and multiple pellet tablets. The pharmaceutical composition can further include an enteric coated gastric acid secretion inhibitor. Also disclosed is a method for the treatment of diabetes mellitus.

Abstract: A solid oral controlled-release dosage form of hydrocodone is disclosed, the dosage form comprising an analgesically effective amount of hydrocodone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and controlled release material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a fentanyl coated tablet and to the method for the preparation thereof.

Abstract: This invention relates to a oral pharmaceutical formulation for methylphenidate or its analogs, derivatives, isomers or enantiomers, including d-threo-methylphenidate.

Abstract: This invention pertains to a multi-layered tablet for a triple combination release of active agents to an environment of use. More particularly, the invention pertains to a multi-layered tablet (1) comprising two external drug-containing layers (2 and 3) in stacked arrangement with respect to and on opposite sides of an oral dosage form (4) that provides a triple combination release of at least one active agent. In one embodiment of the invention the dosage form is an osmotic device. In another embodiment of the invention the dosage form is a gastro-resistant coated core. In yet another embodiment of the invention the dosage form is a matrix tablet. In a different embodiment the dosage form is a hard capsule.

Abstract: Drug tablets that include a prolonged-release core and an immediate-release layer or shell are prepared with a thin barrier layer of drug-free polymer between the prolonged-release and immediate-release portions of the tablet. The barrier layer is penetrable by gastrointestinal fluid, thereby providing full access of the gastrointestinal fluid to the prolonged-release core, but remains intact during the application of the immediate-release layer, substantially reducing or eliminating any penetration of the immediate-release drug into the prolonged-release portion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid dosage form with at least one film, which contains an active substance at least in sections, and the concentration of the active substance in the film or in the films has a gradient in a direction normal to the thickness of film. The invention further relates to a method of producing a solid dosage form, in which at least one film is produced, containing an active substance at least in sections, with the concentration of the active substance having a gradient in the longitudinal direction of the film.

Abstract: Disclosed are once-daily formulations containing tetracyclines, especially doxycycline. Such formulations are useful, for instance, for the treatment of collagenase destructive enzyme-dependent diseases, such as periodontal disease and acne, and acute and chronic inflammatory disease states, such as rosacea and arthritis.

Abstract: A controlled release dosage form of venlafaxine that comprises an immediate release pellet and an extended release pellet.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to twice daily sustained release pharmaceutical composition of paracetamol having an immediate release phase of paracetamol and a sustained release phase of paracetamol, said composition having unique and advantageous pharmacokinetic properties and a pharmaceutical composition comprising only a sustained release phase of paracetamol having unique and advantageous pharmacokinetic properties.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions of topiramate for once-a-day oral administration are provided. The formulations comprise a sustained-release component and an optional immediate-release component, the compositions of which can be selectively adjusted, respectively, to release the active ingredient along a pre-determined release profile. Method of treating or preventing pathological disorders in mammalian subjects comprising the administration of the novel formulations disclosed herein is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical multilayer dosage forms, for example to a tamper resistant dosage form comprising a first layer comprising an active agent and a second layer not comprising said active agent, and processes of manufacture, uses, and methods of treatment thereof providing essentially zero order release.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are provided which comprise effective amounts of analgesic to treat a subject, including to reduce or eliminate an adverse effect associated with the analgesic.

Abstract: A dosage form from which a burst release of a drug contained within a tampered dosage form is reduced or retarded by the presence in or on the dosage form of a TPTA (Tamper Prone Therapeutic Agent) trap. If the dosage form has not been tampered with, the TPTA trap does not significantly interfere with the rate of release of the drug from the dosage form. However, if the dosage form has been physically tampered with, the TPTA trap reduces or retards burst release of the drug from the dosage form.

Abstract: A solid oral controlled-release dosage form of hydrocodone is disclosed, the dosage form comprising an analgesically effective amount of hydrocodone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and controlled release material.

Abstract: Methods for treating insomnia in humans not suffering from any psychiatric disorders using quetiapine.

Abstract: The present invention provides a controlled-release composition which provides a therapeutically effective plasma concentration of N-acetylcysteine over prolonged period of time. The present invention also includes the use of the controlled-release composition, either alone or in combination with at least one additional active agent, for reduction of vascular inflammation marker and treatment of diseases, conditions, and/or symptoms associated with systemic and/or vascular inflammation in a patient. Furthermore, the present invention provides a process of making granules comprising N-acetylcysteine, or a salt, solvate, prodrug, and/or analog thereof.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided which comprise effective amounts of analgesic to treat a subject, including reducing or eliminating an adverse effect associated with the analgesic.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical dosage forms, for example to a tamper resistant dosage form including an opioid analgesic, and processes of manufacture, uses, and methods of treatment thereof.

Abstract: Dual release oral tablet compositions of dexlansoprazole or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or hydrated forms thereof and processes for the manufacture of the tablet composition and its use in the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders.

Abstract: The invention relates to a bilayer pharmaceutical tablet comprising a first layer containing 3 to 50 wt. % of telmisartan dispersed in a dissolving tablet matrix and a second layer containing a diuretic in a disintegrating tablet matrix as well as a processes for producing same.

Abstract: A solid preparation containing compound (I), wherein the definition of compound (I) is as defined in the description, and pioglitazone, which is useful as a therapeutic drug for diabetes and the like and superior in the dissolution property, chemical stability and dissolution stability, is provided. A solid preparation containing the following first and second parts: (1) the first part containing compound (I) or a salt thereof and, as the first excipient, sugar or sugar alcohol; and (2) the second part containing pioglitazone or a salt thereof and, as the second excipient, sugar or sugar alcohol.

Abstract: A coated tablet formulation is provided which includes a medicament such as the DPP4-inhibitor, saxaglipitin which is subject to intra-molecular cyclization, which formulation includes a tablet core containing one or more fillers, and other conventional excipients, which tablet core includes a coating thereon which may include two or more layers, at least one layer of which is an inner seal coat layer which is formed of one or more coating polymers, a second layer of which is formed of medicament which is the DPP4-inhibitor and one or more coating polymers, and an optional, but preferable third outer protective layer which is formed of one or more coating polymers. A method for forming the coated tablet is also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solid orally administrable pharmaceutical administration forms comprising 5-chloro-N-({(5S)-2-oxo-3-[4-(3-oxo-4-morpholinyl)phenyl]-1,3-oxazolidin-5-yl}-methyl)-2-thiophenecarboxamide (rivaroxaban, active compound (I)), wherein a partial amount of the active compound (I) is released rapidly and a partial amount is released in a controlled manner (modified, retarded, delayed), and to processes for their preparation, their use as medicaments and their use for the prophylaxis, secondary prophylaxis or treatment of disorders.

Abstract: Provided herein is a pharmaceutical composition comprising an antagonist, an agonist, a seal coat, and a sequestering polymer, wherein the antagonist, agonist, seal coat and at least one sequestering polymer are all components of a single unit, and wherein the seal coat forms a layer physically separating the antagonist from the agonist from one another. Methods for manufacturing such a pharmaceutical composition are also provided. Methods for treating pain using such compositions is also demonstrated.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide pharmaceutical drug compositions, methods of preparing oral drug compositions, such as extended release dosage compositions, and methods for treating antidepressant or smoking cessation. In one aspect, the invention provides a pharmaceutical formulation comprising a core, including bupropion and its salt derivatives, and a coating. The coating may include from about 5% to about 99% by weight of the coating of a pharmaceutically acceptable pH-independent polymer. The coating may further include from about 0.001% to about 30% by weight of the coating of a surfactant. In another aspect, the invention provides methods for preparing and administering a pharmaceutical composition in oral dosage form, such as a tablet.

Abstract: Multi-layer solid oral dosage immediate release and extended release compositions and methods for delivering drug formulations using weak acid ion exchange resins in abnormally high pH environments.

Abstract: An orally disintegrating multilayer tablet comprising at least two discrete layers, one of which comprises at least one active agent that promotes the oxidation of opioids, preferably acetaminophen, and the other of which contains granules including an inert core which is coated with at least one opioid and at least one binder, wherein said opioid coating is coated with a subcoat comprising a compound soluble in gastric fluids, said subcoat being coated with a taste-masking coating comprising a polymer or copolymer comprising dialkylaminoalkyl(meth)acrylate units and a pore-forming agent.

Abstract: Methods for producing stabilized solid dosage form pharmaceutical compositions are provided. In particular, methods for preparing protected granules containing morphinans, and solid dosage form pharmaceutical compositions produced using the morphinan-protected granules are provided.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to oral pulse-release pharmaceutical dosage form containing an immediate release component of gamma-hydroxybutyric acid, and one or more delayed/controlled release components of gamma-hydroxybutyric acid.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the treatment or prevention of atrial fibrillation and/or atrial flutter comprising coadministration of a synergistically therapeutic amount of dronedarone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or salts thereof and a synergistically therapeutic amount of ranolazine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or salts thereof. Also provided are methods for modulating ventricular and atrial rhythm and rate. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical formulations that are suitable for such combined administration.

Abstract: Provided herein are pharmaceutical compositions and formulations comprising mixed salts of gamma-hydroxybutyrate (GHB). Also provided herein are methods of making the pharmaceutical compositions and formulations, and methods of their use for the treatment of sleep disorders such as apnea, sleep time disturbances, narcolepsy, cataplexy, sleep paralysis, hypnagogic hallucination, sleep arousal, insomnia, and nocturnal myoclonus.

Abstract: Embodiments of the invention generally provide pharmaceutical drug compositions, methods of preparing oral drug compositions, such as extended release dosage compositions, and methods for treating antidepressant or smoking cessation. In one aspect, the invention provides a pharmaceutical formulation comprising a core, including bupropion and its salt derivatives, and a coating. The coating may include from about 5% to about 99% by weight of the coating of a pharmaceutically acceptable pH-independent polymer. The coating may further include from about 0.001% to about 30% by weight of the coating of a surfactant. In another aspect, the invention provides methods for preparing and administering a pharmaceutical composition in oral dosage form, such as a tablet.

Abstract: A solid oral controlled-release dosage form of hydrocodone is disclosed, the dosage form comprising an analgesically effective amount of hydrocodone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and controlled release material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition in a solid unit dosage form for oral administration in a human or lower animal comprising: a. a safe and effective amount of a therapeutically active agent; b. an inner coating layer selected from the group consisting of poly(methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate) 1:2, poly(methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate) 1:1, and mixtures thereof; and c. an outer coating layer comprising an enteric polymer or film coating material; wherein the inner coating layer is not the same as the outer coating layer; wherein if the inner coating layer is poly(methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate) 1:1 then the outer coating layer is not poly(methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate) 1:2 or is not a mixture of poly(methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate) 1:1 and poly(methacrylic acid, methyl methacrylate) 1:2; and wherein the inner coating layer and the outer coating layer do not contain any therapeutically active agent.

Abstract: A solid oral controlled-release dosage form of hydrocodone is disclosed, the dosage form comprising an analgesically effective amount of hydrocodone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and controlled release material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an abuse-proofed oral dosage form with controlled release of (1R,2R)-3-(3-dimethylamino-1-ethyl-2-methyl-propyl)phenol for once daily administration, which comprises the active ingredient and/or one or more of the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof (A), at least one synthetic or natural polymer (C), delayed-release auxiliary substances, optionally physiologically acceptable auxiliary substances (B) and optionally a wax (D), component (C) or (D) in each case exhibiting a breaking strength of at least 500 N, preferably of at least 1000 N.

Abstract: Described herein are pharmaceutical compositions of quetiapine, more particularly extended release compositions of quetiapine or its pharmaceutically acceptable salts comprising carboxymethyl ethyl cellulose, a non-gelling, hydrophobic release controlling polymer, and processes for preparing the same.

Abstract: Multi-layer solid oral dosage immediate release and extended release compositions and methods for delivering drug formulations using weak acid ion exchange resins in abnormally high pH environments.

Abstract: The invention provides an oral pharmaceutical tablet for controlled release of mesalazine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as active ingredient with a core and a gastro-resistant outer coating, wherein the core comprises mesalazine and a hydrophilic matrix consisting of a mixture of hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose (HPMC) having a different viscosity and the gastro-resistant outer coating comprises a pH-dependent release polymer, with the pharmaceutically acceptable excipients. The invention also refers to the process for obtaining said oral pharmaceutical tablet and to said oral pharmaceutical tablet of controlled release of mesalazine for treating ulcerative colitis.

Abstract: The present invention describes immunosuppressant pharmaceutical formulations particularly formulations of mycophenolate salts with pulsatile release behaviour.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to drug dosage forms that release an agent that raises the pH of a patient's gastrointestinal tract, followed by a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug. The dosage form is designed so that the NSAID is not released until the intragastric pH has been raised to a safe level. The invention also encompasses methods of treating patients by administering this coordinated release, gastroprotective, antiarthritic/analgesic combination unit dosage form to achieve pain and symptom relief with a reduced risk of developing gastrointestinal damage such as ulcers, erosions and hemorrhages.

Abstract: The current invention provides a controlled release oral solid formulation of levodopa comprising levodopa, a decarboxylase inhibitor, and a carboxylic acid. Also provided by this invention is multiparticulate, controlled release oral solid formulations of levodopa comprising: i) a controlled release component comprising a mixture of levodopa, a decarboxylase inhibitor and a rate controlling excipient; ii) a carboxylic acid component; and iii) an immediate release component comprising a mixture of levodopa and a decarboxylase inhibitor.

Abstract: Provided are oral dosage forms that contain carbinoxamine in an immediate release format, and pseudoephedrine in a prolonged release format. The biphasic oral dosage forms may also contain other active ingredients in combination with carbinoxamine, including other decongestants, antitussives, analgesics and expectorants.

Abstract: Bupropion hydrobromide formulations as well as their use for the treatment of conditions is described.