Abstract: We disclose treating hyperglycemia in a human with 25-hydroxyyitamin D3 (calcifediol). Blood glucose is reduced to a level which is closer to normal than baseline. Vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) may optionally be used together with 25-hydroxy vitamin D3. Forms and dosages of a pharmaceutical composition, as well as processes for manufacturing medicaments, are also disclosed.

Abstract: To provide a novel vitamin D3 derivative useful as a therapeutic agent for osteoporosis. Provided is a vitamin D3 derivative represented by the following formula (1) or a medicinally acceptable solvate thereof: wherein R1 represents a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, an alkylcarbonyloxyalkyl group with each alkyl having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, or an arylcarbonyloxyalkyl group with the aryl having 6 to 10 carbon atoms and the alkyl having 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R2 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or, together with the other R2 and the carbon atom to which they are bound to, may form a cyclic alkyl group having 3 to 6 carbon atoms; R3 represents an alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or, together with the other R3 and the carbon atom to which they are bound to, may form a cyclic alkyl group having 3 to 6 carbon atoms; X represents an oxygen atom or a methylene group; and n represents an integer of 1 or 2.

Abstract: The present invention provides means for identifying or classifying breast tumors based on the levels of nuclear cathepsin-L (CTSL) and nuclear p53 binding protein (53BP1), and methods of treating thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and processes for their use that ameliorate the appearance of bruises, making them less cosmetically unappealing. The composition functions by acting both as a humectant and occlusive agent attracting water, returning the skin surface to a smooth state and holding water in place. The re-establishment of a homeostatic state in the skin results in a rapid dissipation of the negative cosmetic effects of the bruise on the skin.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an anabolic amino acid derivative stimulus acting in combination with vitamin D for the manufacture of a medicament or nutritional composition for the prevention and/or treatment of a loss of any one of muscle mass, muscle strength, muscle function, and physical function, or any combination thereof, in a mammal.

Abstract: New pyrazole derivatives having the chemical structure of formula (I) are disclosed; as well as process for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and their use in therapy as inhibitors of Janus Kinases (JAK).

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods useful for treating and/or preventing mucositis using an active vitamin D compound.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of promoting local bone growth by administering a therapeutic amount of a Sost antagonist to a mammalian patient in need thereof. Preferably, the Sost antagonist is an antibody or FAB fragment selectively recognizing any one of SEQ ID NOS: 1-23. The Sost antagonist may be coadministered together or sequentially with a matrix conducive to anchoring new bone growth. Orthopedic and Periodontal devices comprising an implantable portion adapted to be permanently implanted within a mammalian body and bearing an external coating of a Sost antagonist are also disclosed, as it a method of increasing bone density by administering to a mammalian patient a therapeutic amount of a Sost antagonist together with an antiresorptive drug.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of maintaining, and methods of restoring, a desired calcium homeostasis in a non-human terrestrial animal by administering an effective amount of one or more Calcium-Sensing Receptor modulators (CaSRs) to the animal. The invention further provides methods of reducing foot lesions in chickens. The invention also relates to food compositions useful in the methods of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for treating pulmonary disease comprising delivering directly to a patient's lungs a therapeutically effective amount of oxybutynin in combination with one or more pharmaceutically effective agents. Oxybutynin may be selected from the group consisting of, but not limited to, a xinafoate salt, a palmitate salt, a pamoic salt, a resonate salt, a laurate salt and other salts. The pharmaceutically effective agents comprise bronchodilators, antiinflammatories, corticosteroids, corticosteroid reversal agent or alveolar growth agents or other agents selected from proteinase or protease inhibitors.

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods for increasing patient CD4+ cell count while undergoing treatment for immune-mediated disease, cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disease, or infectious disease by administering to the patient a nutrient composition including, inter alia, alpha lipoic acid, acetyl L-carnitine, and N-acetyl-cysteine.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds that bind to androgen receptors and/or modulate activity of androgen receptors. Also provided are methods for making and using such compounds. Also provided are compositions including such compounds and methods for making and using such compositions.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for increasing the production or activity of catalase in an animal are disclosed. The methods comprise administering vitamin D to the animal in an amount effective to increase catalase production or activity. Methods for treating catalase deficiency, extending the prime years of an animal's life, promoting health and wellness of an animal, and improving the quality of life for an animal through the vitamin D-mediated increase in catalase production or activity are also disclosed. Methods of screening for vitamin D mimetics based on their ability to increase the production or activity of catalase in cells in a manner similar to vitamin D are also disclosed.

Abstract: This invention discloses 2-methylene-20(21)-dehydro-19,24,25,26,27-pentanor-vitamin D analogs, and specifically 2-methylene-20(21)-dehydro-19,24,25,26,27-pentanor-1?-hydroxyvitamin D3, and pharmaceutical uses therefor. This compound exhibits relatively high transcription activity as well as pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to the monocyte thus evidencing use as an anti-cancer agent and for the treatment of skin diseases such as psoriasis as well as skin conditions such as wrinkles, slack skin, dry skin and insufficient sebum secretion. This compound also shows lower activity in vivo on bone calcium mobilization and lower in vivo intestinal calcium transport activity as compared to the native hormone 1?,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, and therefore may be used to treat autoimmune disorders or inflammatory diseases in humans as well as secondary hyperparathyroidism and renal osteodystrophy.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions of matter, uses, and therapeutic interventions directed towards modulation of stem cell activity in a mammal. In particular the invention provides compositions whose end result modulates health, wellbeing, longevity and function of organ systems. Within the scope of the invention are biologically active extracts, components thereof, and compositions (such as cosmetic or pharmaceutical preparations) made comprising such.

Abstract: The use of vitamin D3 for the manufacture of a medicament for the transdermal treatment of neurogenic inflammation and neuropathic pain (including peripheral neuropathic pain); also a method for the relief of neurogenic inflammation and neuropathic pain using this medicament.

Abstract: The present invention thus concerns a method for treating and/or preventing rickets, osteoporosis, osteomalacia, psoriasis, autoimmune diseases such as multiple sclerosis or type I diabetes, hyperparathyroidism, benign prostate hyperplasia, any type of cancer or any vitamin D relevant disease comprising administering inecalcitol at doses comprised between 1 mg/day and 100 mg/day to a human patient in need thereof.

Abstract: Methods for enhancing the ability of an individual, exposed to sunlight, to produce vitamin D via the skin. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising provitamin D and at least one of lumisterol and tachysterol and analogs and derivatives thereof are also disclosed.

Abstract: This present disclosure is directed to novel prodrugs of activated vitamin D3 compounds. The prodrugs can be designed to have one or more beneficial properties, such as selective inhibition of the enzyme CYP24, low calcemic activity, and anti-proliferative activity. Specifically, these prodrugs are 1-deoxy prohormones of active Vitamin D analogs, e.g. analogs of calcitriol. This disclosure is also directed to pharmaceutical and diagnostic compositions containing the prodrugs of the invention, and to their medical use, particularly as prodrugs in the treatment and/or prevention of diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the preparation of an enriched and equilibrated plant extract from Solanum glaucophyllum with an enriched content of 1,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 glycosides and flavonols, particularly quercetin glycosides. The present invention particularly describes a method for preparation of such a plant extract either in industrial or in laboratory scale. The present invention furthermore describes the use of such a plant extract or similar (synthetic) compositions for the prevention and treatment of bone mass reduction-related diseases, such as Osteopenia or Osteoporosis, for the prevention and treatment of Tibial Dyschondroplasia, preferably in poultry, for the treatment of milk fever, and as a dietary supplement for human or veterinary use.

Abstract: A nanoformulation that includes loaded nanoparticles. Each nanoparticle includes a modified chitosan polymer encapsulating at least one vitamin D derivative, at least one vitamin D metabolite, or combinations thereof. The modified chitosan polymer includes chitosan covalently linked to at least one entity selected from the group consisting of fatty acids (omega-3-fattay acids), amino acids, deoxycholic acid, alginate, arginine-alginate, hyaluronic acid, collagen, collagen-hydroxyapatite, poly(lactic-co-glycolic acid) (PLGA), and combinations thereof. A structure includes a medium and the nanoformulation, wherein the nanoparticles are dispersed in the medium. A method of using the nanoformulation to treat a disorder and improve efficacy of current therapies where resistance develop in a patient includes administering to the patient a therapeutically effective amount of the nanoformulation for treating the disorder.

Abstract: An oil-in-water microemulsion or sub-micron emulsion composition for dermal delivery of at least one pharmaceutically active ingredient, comprising: a first part including at least one occlusive agent and one or more lipophilic surfactants dispersed throughout a second part including water and at least one hydrophilic surfactant, and a non-surfactant amphiphilic type compound, pharmaceutically active ingredient, and water. It has been found that if a non-surfactant amphiphilic type compound is added together with the second part as would conventionally be the case, a microemulsion or sub-micron emulsion is not formed, by adding the so called third part, phase assembly occurs at a lower temperature than would be expected and moreover, this phase appears to assist in maintaining the microemulsion or sub-micron emulsion characteristics of the formulation during storage at normal temperatures.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of promoting bone growth in a subject in need thereof, by administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula I. The present invention also provides methods for the treatment of renal disease and cancer.

Abstract: Certain embodiments of the present invention relate to methods for detecting kidney disease, in particular early stage kidney disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the crystalline, polymorphic Form X of the calcimimetic compound {4-[(1R,3S)-3-((R)-1-Naphthalen-1-yl-ethylamino)-cyclopentyl]-phenoxy}-acetic acid, to methods of preparation thereof, to methods of characterization thereof by single crystal X-Ray crystallography (XRC), X-Ray Powder diffractometry, attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, Solid State NMR spectroscopy and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and to its use. The invention also relates to the preparation of Form X by crystallization from a saturated solution of {4-[(1R,3S)-3-((R)-1-Naphthalen-1-yl-ethylamino)-cyclopentyl]-phenoxy}-acetic acid in a C1-C6 alkyl alcohol, or alternatively by precipitation from a neutralized saponification reaction mixture following the alkaline hydrolysis of a C1-C6 alkyl ester of {4-[(1R,3S)-3-((R)-1-Naphthalen-1-yl-ethylamino)-cyclopentyl]-phenoxy}-acetic acid.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for enhancing muscular strength through the development of fast twitch skeletal muscle fibers comprising the steps of administering therapeutically effective amounts of Vitamin D, folic acid, calcium carbonate and potassium gluconate compounds to a subject, and the treatment and prevention of disease in human beings.

Abstract: This invention discloses 2-methylene-vitamin D analogs, and specifically (20S)-25-hydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3 and (20R)-25-hydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3, as well as pharmaceutical uses therefor. These compounds exhibit relatively high binding activity and pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to the monocyte thus evidencing use as an anti-cancer agent especially for the treatment or prevention of osteosarcoma, leukemia, colon cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer or prostate cancer. These compounds also have relatively high calcemic activities evidencing use in the treatment of bone diseases.

Abstract: Compounds according to formula I in which formula R1 and R2, which may be the same or different, represent halogen, (C1-C6)hydrocarbyl, optionally substituted with one or two hydroxyl group or one or more fluorine atoms, or, together with the carbon atom to which they are both attached, R1 and R2 form a (C3-C6)carbocyclic ring, or one of R1 and R2 taken together with R3 forms a direct bond, such that a triple bond is constituted, or R1 and R2 represent both hydrogen; R3 when not forming a direct bond with one of R1 and R2 represents hydrogen or (C1-C3)hydrocarbyl; X represents (E)-ethylene, (Z)-ethylene, ethynylene, or a bond; Y and Z independently represent hydrogen or methyl; and prodrugs and stereo isomeric forms thereof are provided together with their use in therapy, and their use in the manufacture of medicaments.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing serum parathyroid levels in, for example, chronic kidney disease patients are disclosed. In these methods, an effective amount of a modified release formulation of 25-hydroxy vitamin D is orally administered to a patient suffering from secondary hyperparathyroidism to lower the patient's serum intact parathyroid hormone (iPTH) level, while avoiding a surge in serum total 25-hydroxy vitamin D.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use canthaxanthin and/or 25-hydroxy vitamin D3 (25-OH D3) for improving reproductive performance of roosters. More particularly, the invention relates to the use of Canthaxanthin and/or 25-hydroxy canthaxanthin in the manufacture of a food or veterinary composition for improving reproductive performance of roosters.

Abstract: An oil in water microemulsion or sub-micron emulsion composition for dermal delivery of at least one pharmaceutically active ingredient, is provided. The composition includes an oil phase dispersed throughout a water phase, the oil phase including at least one member selected from the group consisting of an animal oil, a mineral oil, a vegetable oil, a silane member, a siloxane, an ester, a fatty acid, a fat, a halogen compound, and an alkoxylated alcohol; and at least one lipophilic surfactant, the water phase including at least one hydrophilic surfactant, water and optionally a non-surfactant amphiphilic compound, the weight ratio of the at least one hydrophilic surfactant to the at least one lipophilic surfactant being approximately 9.0:1.0 to 2.0:3.0.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the crystalline, polymorphic Form C of the calcimimetic compound {4-[(1R,3S)-3-((R)-1-Naphthalen-1-yl-ethylamino)-cyclopentyl]-phenoxy}-acetic acid, to methods of preparation thereof, to methods of characterization thereof by single crystal X-Ray crystallography (XRC), X-Ray Powder diffractometry, attenuated total reflectance Fourier transform infrared (ATR-FTIR) spectroscopy, Solid State NMR spectroscopy and Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC), and to its use.

Abstract: A stable, controlled release formulation for oral dosing of vitamin D compounds is disclosed. The formulation is prepared by incorporating one or more vitamin D compounds into a solid or semi-solid mixture of waxy materials. Oral dosage forms can be prepared by melt-blending the components described herein and filling gelatin capsules with the formulation.

Abstract: This invention discloses (20S,22E)-2-methylene-19-nor-22-ene-1?,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3 analogs, and specifically(20S,22E)-2-methylene-19-nor-22-ene-1?,25-dihydroxyvitamin D3, and pharmaceutical uses therefor. This compound exhibits significant vitamin D receptor binding activity and transcription activity as well as pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to the monocyte thus evidencing use as an anti-cancer agent, especially for the treatment or prevention of leukemia, colon cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer or prostate cancer.

Abstract: This invention discloses 2?-methyl and 2?-methyl analogs of 19,26,27-trinor-(20S)-1?-hydroxyvitamin D3 and pharmaceutical uses therefor. These compounds exhibit pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to the monocyte thus evidencing use as an anti-cancer agent and for the treatment of skin diseases such as psoriasis as well as skin conditions such as wrinkles, slack skin, dry skin and insufficient sebum secretion. These compounds also have little, if any, calcemic activity and therefore may be used to treat autoimmune disorders or inflammatory diseases in humans as well as renal osteodystrophy. These compounds may also be used for the treatment or prevention of obesity.

Abstract: N-(aminoacyl)-amino compound, represented by the following formula Wherein R1 denotes hydrogen, low alkyl or carbonyl, and N1 denotes an NH group and R2 denotes hydrogen or low alkylphenyl or aralkyl or imidazoalkyl or indolylalkyl, R1 and R2 together may complete a pyrrolidine or piperidine or thiazolidine ring and R3 denotes hydrogen or methyl or low alkyl and R4 denotes hydrogen or alkyl or the group remaining on exclusion of R4 from the formula and Z is a straight chain or branched alkylene, which may contain up to 3 carbon atoms. and R5 is nitrogen or sulphur or oxygen or salts thereof and ester compounds, characterised in that A is an ester or amino acid or alternatively sodium or a potassium salt of arginate and/or of ornithate and/or of aspharaginate.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods of treating or ameliorating hypercholemia or a cholestatic liver disease by administering to an individual in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of an Apical Sodium-dependent Bile Acid Transporter Inhibitor (ASBTI) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Also provided are methods for treating or ameliorating a liver disease, decreasing the levels of serum bile acids or hepatic bile acids, treating or ameliorating pruritis, reducing liver enzymes, or reducing bilirubin comprising administering to an individual in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of ASBTI or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: A method of reducing photodegradation of cholecalciferol when exposed to UV radiation in a composition containing cholecalciferol comprising combining with cholecalciferol a compound of formula (I) in an amount effective to quench excited state energy from cholecalciferol and transfer the excited state energy from cholecalciferol to the compound of formula (I), wherein one of R1 and R2 is a straight or branched chain C1-C30 alkoxy radical, and the non-alkoxy R1 or R2 is hydrogen; and R3 is a straight or branched chain C1-C30 alkyl radical, thereby photostabilizing the cholecalciferol compound.

Abstract: This invention discloses 2-methylene-vitamin D analogs, and specifically (20S)-1?,25-dihydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3 as well as (5E)-(20S)-1?,25-dihydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3 and (20R)-1?,25-dihydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3, as well as pharmaceutical uses therefor. These compounds exhibit relatively high binding activity and pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to the monocyte thus evidencing use as an anti-cancer agent especially for the treatment or prevention of osteosarcoma, leukemia, colon cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer or prostate cancer. These compounds also have relatively high calcemic activities evidencing use in the treatment of bone diseases.

Abstract: A composition of a mixture of vitamin and herbal supplements. Supplementation of the composition promotes hair growth and thickness by increasing the number of hairs and preventing hair loss. The concentration of the vitamin and herbal supplements in the composition is suitably about 0.01-100%. The composition may comprise a suitable carrier, solvent and/or emulgent. The composition may be, for example, an internally ingested tablet, a capsule, drops or a suspension. This formulation will enhance the hair thickness and provide elements for growing hair in humans and animals.

Abstract: This invention discloses 3-desoxy-2-methylene-vitamin D analogs, and specifically (20S)-3-desoxy-1?,25-dihydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3 and (20R)-3-desoxy-1?, 25-dihydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3 as well as pharmaceutical uses therefor. These compounds exhibit relatively high binding activity and pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to monocytes thus evidencing use as anti-cancer agents especially for the treatment or prevention of osteosarcoma, leukemia, colon cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer or prostate cancer. These compounds also exhibit relatively high calcemic activity evidencing use in the treatment of bone diseases.

Abstract: This invention discloses 2-methylene-vitamin D analogs, and specifically (20S)-25-hydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3 and (20R)-25-hydroxy-2-methylene-vitamin D3, as well as pharmaceutical uses therefor. These compounds exhibit relatively high binding activity and pronounced activity in arresting the proliferation of undifferentiated cells and inducing their differentiation to the monocyte thus evidencing use as an anti-cancer agent especially for the treatment or prevention of osteosarcoma, leukemia, colon cancer, breast cancer, skin cancer or prostate cancer. These compounds also have relatively high calcemic activities evidencing use in the treatment of bone diseases.

Abstract: There is provided a dietary supplement product comprising a sealed package containing a single dose of a dietary supplement, the dietary supplement including one or more active agents such as vitamins and mineral dispersed with a carrier so that it is in the form of a free-flowing, dry particulate which pours readily and dissolves rapidly on the tongue.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating 25-hydroxyvitamin D insufficiency and deficiency in a patient are described herein. The method includes orally administering to the patient a delayed, sustained release formulation including a first ingredient selected from the group consisting of 25-hydroxyvitamin D2, 25-hydroxyvitamin D3, or a combination of 25-hydroxyvitamin D2 and 25-hydroxyvitamin D3, or it includes gradually administering to the patient a sterile intravenous formulation including a first ingredient selected from the group consisting of 25-hydroxyvitamin D2, 25-hydroxyvitamin D3, or a combination of 25-hydroxyvitamin D2 and 25-hydroxyvitamin D3.

Abstract: A topical vitamin D and UBIQUINOL supplement composition useful in treating oral inflammation and reducing oxidative stress comprising: a supplement mixture of vitamin D and UBIQUINOL in an aqueous-free emulsion containing: spilanthes extract, stabilizing compositions for UBIQUINOL and trans-oral mucosal absorption facilitators for the supplement mixture; where the emulsion forms a mucoadhesive gel in the presence of saliva, that effects passive diffusion through the oral mucosa of the supplement mixture and spilanthes extract regulating: in vivo availability and immune response of the supplement mixture, and maintaining adequate levels of circulating vitamin D and of adjunctively administered UBIQUINOL, while minimizing the risk of hypercalcemia.

Abstract: Topical, vitamin D, oral supplement compositions useful in treating oral inflammation comprising vitamin D in an aqueous-free emulsion containing a trans-oral mucosal absorption facilitator, where said emulsion forms a mucoadhesive coating in the presence of saliva; wherein saliva dissolution of the mucoadhesive gel releases vitamin D and the trans-oral mucosal, absorption facilitator; effecting: vitamin D passive diffusion; regulating in vivo availability and immune response of vitamin D; and maintaining adequate levels of circulating vitamin D while minimizing the risk of hypercalcemia.

Abstract: Stable solid compositions have a first carrier and an adsorbate having at least one active component, such as, a vitamin D derivative and a hydrophobic stabilizer thereof, wherein the first carrier is a calcium phosphate or derivatives thereof having a solubility in water lower than 0.1 wt % at room temperature.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for treating thyroid-related medical conditions. Many thyroid-related medical conditions exist that go undiagnosed and untreated. These conditions may be prevented and treated with reduced folates and vitamin B12. Administration of reduced folates and vitamin B12 will prevent or treat cerebrospinal folate deficiency, which is linked to thyroid-related medical conditions. Administration of reduced folates and vitamin B12 will also prevent or treat conditions associated with masked megaloblastic anemia and hypothyroidism, and other conditions brought upon through improper thyroid function. Additionally, it is commonplace to treat many thyroid conditions with anti-thyroid drugs or thyroid stimulating drugs. This practice alone is also responsible for causing, or not beneficially addressing, adverse conditions that can be prevented or treated through the methods and compositions discussed herein.

Abstract: New heteroaryl imidazolone derivatives having the chemical structure of formula (I) are disclosed, as well as processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and their use in therapy as inhibitors of Janus Kinases (JAK).

Abstract: The present invention relates to chemical compounds, methods for their discovery, and their therapeutic use. In particular, the present invention provides benzodiazepine derivatives and methods of using benzodiazepine derivatives as therapeutic agents to treat a number of conditions associated with the faulty regulation of the processes of programmed cell death, autoimmunity, inflammation, and hyperproliferation, and the like.