Abstract: A compound of formula (I): wherein: A represents an aromatic 5 membered heterocycle, optionally containing, in addition to the nitrogen atom indicated in formula (I), one to three additional nitrogen atoms and optionally substituted by one or more groups “R” selected from halogen, —NRaRb, C1-6 alkyl, C2-6 alkenyl, C3-6 alkynyl, aryl, heteroaryl, hydroxy, —OC1-6 alkyl, formyl, cyano, trifluoromethyl, —CHNORa, —CO2Ra, —CONRaRb, —NRaC(O)Ra, —NRaC(O)ORa, —OC(O)NRaRb, —OC(O)Ra, —OC(O)ORa, or a C1-6 alkyl group substituted by one or more groups selected from hydroxy, —NRaRb, —OC1-6 alkyl, —SRa, —CHNORa, —CO2Ra, —CONRaRb, —NRaC(O)Ra, —NRaC(O)ORa, —OC(O)NRaRb, —OC(O)Ra, —OC(O)ORa X represents —NRxRy or —OC1-6 alkyl optionally substituted by one or more groups selected from hydroxy, methoxy, halogen, amino and trifluoromethyl.

Abstract: A surfactant can be added, safely and effectively, to a drug solution containing any antimicrobial agent, such as an antibiotic like tobramycin, that is suitable for administration to the lungs via inhalation. Thus, when an aerosolized drug solution includes surfactant, Marangoni flows cause the drug particles, once deposited in the lungs, to spread over a wider surface area, thereby ensuring greater antimicrobial efficacy. A solution that contains, for example, an antibiotic and tyloxapol or another surfactant providing a similar surface tension to the composition is optimally delivered by the functional combination of a breath-actuated nebulizer and a high-flow compressor.

Abstract: Methods are provided for screening for SMIPs (small molecule inhibitors of p27 depletion). The SMIPs thus identified are useful for treating cancers and other proliferative diseases.

Abstract: The field of the invention relates to stable dosage forms comprising spiro or dispiro 1,2,4-trioxolane antimalarials, or their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, prodrugs and analogues, and processes for their preparation. The water content of the dosage form is not more than 6.5% w/w.

Abstract: The invention relates to materials and methods for diagnosis and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalitis. A number of genes are identified which are expressed at abnormal levels in patients affected by CFS/ME as compared to normal healthy individuals. These genes include those encoding defensin ?1, haemoglobin ?, CXCR4, tubulin beta 1, serine/threonine kinase 17B, HLA DRss4 and prostaglandin D2 synthase. The genes identified provide objective disease markers that may be used in diagnostic tests to support the diagnosis of CFS/ME or for monitoring the effectiveness of therapy. They also provide a rational basis for classifying CFS/ME patients according to the biochemical lesion underlying their symptoms and enable provision of appropriate targeted therapies.

Abstract: A controlled-release oral dosage form suitable for administration to a mammal. The dosage form comprises a drug and an organic acid or a salt thereof. The dosage form releases no more than 60% the total amount of the drug within about a first hour, the remaining amount of the drug being released over a period of time of about 5 to about 8 hours subsequent to the first hour. Such a dosage form can be particularly useful for delivery of various pH-dependent solubility drugs.

Abstract: The present invention provides non-aqueous compositions for normalizing meibomian gland secretions, and methods of use thereof. The present invention further provides compositions and methods for treating and/or preventing the signs and/or symptoms of dry eye disease.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of skin disorders (e.g., acne, rosacea) are described.

Abstract: The present invention includes compositions and methods treat a patient suffering from one or more symptoms of cardiac hypertrophy, hypertension and/or ischemia by administering a pharmaceutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition having an anti-epileptic drug and an antibiotic to the patient, for example, the anti-epileptic drug may be carbamazepine and the antibiotic may be doxycycline.

Abstract: 7-phenyl-substituted tetracycline compounds which are substantially free of positional isomers, methods of treating tetracycline responsive states, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the 7-phenyl-substituted tetracycline compounds are described. 7-substituted tetracycline compounds which are substantially free of positional isomers, methods of treating tetracycline responsive states, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the 7-substituted tetracycline compounds are described.

Abstract: The present invention provides new chemically modified 4-dedimethylaminotetracycline compounds that can be substituted with aryl, alkenyl, or alkynyl groups. The 7, 8, and/or 9 positions and methods for preparing such compounds. Other tetracycline compounds include the 4-dedimethylaminotetracycline derivatives with an oxime group, NH-Alkyl, or N—NH-Alkyl group substituted at the C4 position as well as C2 Mannich derivatives. The present invention also provides a method of treating a mammal suffering from conditions or diseases by administering to the mammal an effective amount of the new chemically modified tetracycline compounds.

Abstract: Methods for the synthesis and purification of 9-amino alkyl tetracycline compounds are described.

Abstract: This invention is directed to graft materials comprising an extracellular matrix (ECM) and therapeutic agents. This invention is also directed to methods of using the graft materials for healing of damaged or diseased tissues on a patient's body.

Abstract: The present invention relates to systems and methods using colorimetric indicators of oxidation in consumer products. In particular, betalains are used as oxidation indicators in food, pharmaceutical, and other products.

Abstract: A method includes (i) contacting a polymeric material with a first solvent to produce a pre-extracted polymeric material, and (ii) contacting the pre-extracted material with a solution comprising one or more therapeutic agents and a second solvent to incorporate the therapeutic agents into the pre-extracted polymeric material. The first or second solvents are the same or different.

Abstract: Improved porous particles for drug delivery to the pulmonary system, and methods for their synthesis and administration are provided. In a preferred embodiment, the porous particles are made of a biodegradable material and have a mass density less than 0.4 g/cm3/. The particles may be formed of biodegradable materials such as biodegradable polymers. For example, the particles may be formed of a functionalized polyester graft copolymer consisting of a linear a-hydroxy-acid polyester backbone having at least one amino acid group incorporated therein and at least one poly(amino acid) side chain extending from an amino acid group in the polyester backbone. In one embodiment, porous particles having a relatively large mean diameter, for example greater than 5 ?m, can be used for enhanced delivery of a therapeutic agent to the alveolar region of the lung.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing a pharmaceutical composition which can stably contain an active ingredient unstable against water and can sustained-release such the active ingredient for a long period of time by remaining at an administrated portion as well as a pharmaceutical composition produced by the same.

Abstract: The invention is a method for reducing the production of inflammatory mediators, and/or treating conditions characterized by increased levels of inflammatory mediators, in a mammal in need thereof, by administering a 4-dedimethlaminosancycline to the mammal.

Abstract: Minocycline oral dosage forms containing a controlled release carrier are useful for the treatment of acne.

Abstract: Minocycline oral dosage forms containing a controlled release carrier are useful for the treatment of acne.

Abstract: A biodegradable, flexible covering for a breast implant is provided which comprises one or more biodegradable polymer layers dimensioned and shaped to cover at least a portion of the breast implant. The implant can be inserted into an opening of the covering immediately prior to surgery, but alternate configurations and times of insertion are contemplated as well as open or sheet type devices. The coverings can optionally contain one or more drugs for delivery at the surgical site, particularly for treating or preventing infection, pain, inflammation, capsular contracture, scarring or other complications associated with breast augmentation or breast reconstruction.

Abstract: Minocycline oral dosage forms containing a controlled release carrier are useful for the treatment of acne.

Abstract: Minocycline oral dosage forms containing a controlled release carrier are useful for the treatment of acne.

Abstract: Minocycline oral dosage forms containing a controlled release carrier are useful for the treatment of acne.

Abstract: Minocycline oral dosage forms containing a controlled release carrier are useful for the treatment of acne.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved method for treating a wide range of inflammatory disorders by administering a tetracycline compound together with an effective inhibitor of tetracycline absorption, such as polyvalent metals. Pharmaceutical compositions used in that method are also taught.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods for protecting and/or treating a mammal at risk of acquiring a condition associated with bacteria that produce a calmodulin exotoxin, a metalloproteinase exotoxin, or both, by administering a non-antibacterial tetracycline formulation.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a compound, preferably a C5a receptor antagonist, having the following structure, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17, R18, R19, R20, R21 and R22 are individually and independently selected from the group comprising H, alkyl, substituted alkyl, alkenyl, substituted alkenyl, alkynyl, substituted alkynyl, cycloalkyl, substituted cycloalkyl, heterocyclyl, substituted heterocyclyl, aryl, substituted aryl, heteroaryl, substituted heteroaryl, arylalkyl, substituted arylalkyl, heteroarylalkyl, substituted heteroarylalkyl, alkoxyl, substituted alkoxyl, aryloxy, substituted aryloxy, arylalkyloxy, substituted arylalkyloxy, acyloxy, substituted acyloxy, halogen, hydroxyl, nitro, cyano, acyl, substituted acyl, mercapto, alkylthio, substituted alkylthio, amino, substituted amino, alkylamino, substituted alkylamino, bisalkyl amino, substituted bisalkyl amino, cyclic amino, substituted cyclic amino, carbamoyl (—CONH2), substituted carbamoyl, carboxyl

Abstract: Sustained release spherical or non-spherical pellets comprising (a) an active ingredient (b) a wax-like agent, and (c) a spheronizing agent are provided. Oral dosage forms comprising said pellets and methods for preparing and using such pellets and dosage forms are also provided.

Abstract: A method for treating a patient having meibomian gland disease, ocular irritation associated with delayed tear clearance, or recurrent corneal epithelial erosion, is disclosed. Preferably, the method concerns treatment of a patient with topical tetracycline, a derivative or analogue of tetracycline, or a chemically modified tetracycline (CMT). Oral administration of a CMT is also disclosed as part of the method for treating meibomian gland disease, ocular irritation associated with delayed tear clearance, or recurrent corneal epithelial erosion.

Abstract: This invention relates to antimicrobial wound dressings having a non-leaching antimicrobial activity, releasable antimicrobial and antiprotease agents, and a controlled-release bioactive agent such as doxycycline. The Wound dressing material is absorbent and acts as a substrate for antimicrobial and antiprotease agents as well as bioactive agents. More generally, this invention relates to methods and compositions for materials having a non-leaching coating that has antimicrobial properties. The coating is applied to substrates such as gauze-type wound dressings, powders and other substrates. Covalent, non-leaching, non-hydrolyzable bonds are formed between the substrate and the polymer molecules that form the coating. A high concentration of anti-microbial groups on multi-length polymeric molecules and relatively long average chain lengths, contribute to an absorbent or superabsorbent surface with a high level antimicrobial efficacy.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods for treatment of a liver disease by administering a matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor. Also provided are methods for reducing liver damage associated with a liver disease by administering the matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor described herein. Further provided are methods for lowering an elevated level of liver enzymes by administering the matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor.

Abstract: Multi-part pharmaceutical formulations containing tetracycline for topical administration, as well as methods of making and administering the same, are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for extending the release times and lowering the toxicity of pharmacologically active compounds. The compounds comprise a salt of the pharmacologically active compound with a lipophilic counterion and a pharmaceutically acceptable water soluble solvent combined together to form an injectable composition. The lipophilic counterion may be a saturated or unsaturated C8-C22 fatty acid, and preferably may be a saturated or unsaturated C10-C18 fatty acid. When injected into a mammal, at least a portion of the composition precipitates and releases the active compound over time. Thus, the composition forms a slowly releasing drug depot of the active compound in the mammal. Therefore, the present invention enables one to provide a controlled dose administration of the active compound for a periods of up to 15 days or even longer.

Abstract: A method of treating acne in a human in need thereof comprising administering systemically to said human a tetracycline compound in an amount that is effective to treat acne but has substantially no antibiotic activity, without administering a bisphosphonate compound.

Abstract: 7, 8 and 9-substituted tetracycline compounds, methods of treating tetracycline responsive states, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the 7, 8 and 9-substituted tetracycline compounds are described.

Abstract: New devices and methods for diagnosis and compositions and methods for treatment of cancers use combinations of antimicrobial agents and agents that can reverse dormancy and hibernation pathways. We unexpectedly found that surprisingly low doses of anti-hibernation compounds can substantially inhibit cancer cell growth in vitro and can successfully treat cancers, including metastatic cancer. We also unexpectedly found that antimicrobial agents and anti-HDS compounds together can increase the degree of inhibition of cancer cell growth in a synergistic fashion. We conclude that combination therapy with antimicrobial agents and anti-HDS compounds can be effective in treating human patients with cancer.

Abstract: Therapeutic methods for treatment of age associated memory impairment (AAMI), mild cognitive impairment (MCI), Alzheimer's disease (AD), cerebrovascular dementia (CVD), and related neurodegenerative conditions by administering an agent capable of inhibiting cell cycle progression, comprising administering one or more agents that are capable of inhibiting neuronal cell cycle progression at either an early cell cycle phase or generally, either alone or in combination with one or more agents capable of reducing mitogenic stimulation.

Abstract: A method of treating meibomian gland dysfunction. Heat is applied to the outside of the eyelid to provide conductive heat transfer to the meibomian glands. The application of heat assists in the expression of obstructions or occlusions in the meibomian glands to restore sufficient sebum flow to the lipid layer to treat dry eye. A force may also be applied to the outside of the patient's eyelid to improve conductive heat transfer and reduce blood flow in the eyelid that causes convective heat loss. Thus, the application of force can further increase the temperature level and/or reduce the time to reach desired temperature levels for removing obstructions or occlusions. Reaching increased temperature levels may improve the melting, loosening, or softening of obstructions or occlusions in the meibomian glands while reducing the amount of time to reach desired temperature levels and/or aid in reducing discomfort to the patient during treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to small molecule antagonists of Bcl-2 family proteins such as Bcl-2 and/or Bcl-XL. In particular, the present invention provides non-peptide cell permeable small molecules (e.g., tricyclo-dibenzo-diazocine-dioxides) that bind to a pocket in Bcl-2/Bcl-XL that block the anti-apoptotic function of these proteins in cancer cells and tumor tissues exhibiting Bcl-2 protein overexpression. In preferred embodiments, the small molecules of the present invention are active at the BH3 binding pocket of Bcl-2 family proteins (e.g., Bcl-2, Bcl-XL, and Mcl-1). The compositions and methods of the present invention are useful therapeutics for cancerous diseases either alone or in combination with chemotherapeutic or other drugs.

Abstract: The invention relates to hardly soluble antiphlogistic salts and antiphlogistic-antibiotic pharmaceutical preparations and their use. The hardly water soluble antiphlogistic antibiotics salts have as their cationic component one of the antibiotics gentamicin, clindamycin, neomycin, streptomycin, tetracycline, doxicyline, oxytetracycline and rolitetracycline and as their anionic component one of the antiphlogistics ibuprofen, naproxen, indomethacin, dexamethasone-21-phosphate, dexamethasone-21-sulfate, triamcinolone-21-phosphate and triamcinolone-21-sulfate. The antiphlogistic antibiotics salts are used in pharmaceutical preparations as controlled-release antibiotic/antibiotics drugs.

Abstract: Aminomethyl substituted tetracycline compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, and methods of use thereof are discussed.

Abstract: This invention relates to an oral dosage form of a pharmaceutically active ingredient comprising: (a) an outer capsule and (b) non-uniform pellets, having a non-uniform shape and/or size, contained within the capsule, wherein the pellets comprise a compressed powder comprising a pharmaceutically active ingredient. In one embodiment the active ingredient is selected from the group consisting of doxycycline, omeprazole, esomeprazole, and propafenone. Pharmaceutical formulations of the active ingredients as well as methods and tools for making the oral dosage form are also described.

Abstract: Topical preparation dispensers and methods of using the same are provided. Aspects of the invention include a topical preparation dispenser having a holder, one or more vertically stacked topical preparations in the holder, and a cap at one end of the holder configured such that upon movement of the cap, a topical preparation is exposed and moved relative to the holder. Also provided are kits that include the subject dispensers.

Abstract: Bioimplants and methods of making the bioimplants are provided. The bioimplants comprise biological tissues having conjugated thereto adjunct molecules. The biological tissues are sterilized with a chemical sterilizing agent, such as a water soluble carbodiimide. The processes of making the bioimplants include a process in which an adjunct molecule is conjugated to a biological tissue during the sterilization process.

Abstract: An implantable drug delivery system uses a hydrophobic compound as an outer layer or barrier for retarding release of water soluble drugs from the implantable system. The system includes an inner portion of a water soluble drug in a drug matrix material which stabilizes the drug. An outer portion of the drug delivery system separates the inner portion from a surrounding environment. The outer portion retards the release of the water soluble drug from the inner portion. The outer portion includes a hydrophobic non-polymer compound and a binder. The hydrophobic compound can be another drug which can be delivered at an entirely different release kinetic from the water soluble drug and for treatment of the same or a different condition. When the drug delivery system is implanted in a body the outer portion retards the release of the water soluble drug by controlling fluid passing from the body into the inner portion and by controlling passage of the water soluble drug from the inner portion into the body.

Abstract: A method to ameliorate the skin-irritating effects of topical tretinoin treatment by providing the tretinoin-using patient with a skin-care kit which includes (1) topical tretinoin; and (2) a skin cleanser formulated to minimize tretinoin-induced skin irritation, and (3) a skin moisturizer formulated to reduce tretinoin-induced skin irritation; and (4) packaging to present the aforementioned components together as a unified system.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for the treatment of respiratory tract mucositis in individuals in need of such treatment, the method comprising the systemic administration to the individual of therapeutically effective amounts of at least one anti-fungal agent and at least one anti-bacterial agent, wherein the treatment does not involve the cessation of use of emollients by the individual. The present invention also provides compositions suitable for use in the treatment of respiratory tract mucositis.

Abstract: The disclosure is drawn to a method of using novel 7-substituted-9-(substituted amino)-6-demethyl-6-deoxytetracycline compounds to treat infections caused by a wide spectrum of bacterial organisms, including those which are resistant to tetracycline.

Abstract: The invention is drawn to 7-substituted-9-(substituted amino)-6-demethyl-6-deoxytetracycline compounds of the formula wherein R, X, R5 and R6 are defined in the specification. The compounds of the invention are useful as broad spectrum antibiotics.