Abstract: The present invention relates to Bicyclic Pyranone Derivatives, their compositions and uses for treating or preventing a metabolic disorder, dyslipidemia, a cardiovascular disease, a neurological disorder, a hematological disease, cancer, inflammation, a respiratory disease, a gastroenterological disease, diabetes, a diabetic complication, obesity, an obesity-related disorder or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease. Formula (I). Y is —C— when an optional and additional bond is present and Y is —CH— when an optional and additional bond is not present; Z is —O—, —NH— or —N(alkyl)- when the optional and additional bond between Y and Z Is absent, and Z Is —N— when the optional and additional bond between Y and Z is present; R1 is H1 halo or —CN; R2 is alkyl, alkenyl or -(alkyleneVcydoalkyl; t is 0 or 1; R3 is O when the optional and additional bond between Y and R3 is present, and R3 is alkyl.haloalkyl.—C(0)0R5.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition comprising: a) 0.01-20% wt/wt acetic acid and b) a physiologically tolerable buffer capable of maintaining acetic acid at a pH in the range of 2-7; and use of such a composition as an antimicrobial agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to Pyridopyrimidine Derivatives of formula (I), compositions comprising a Pyridopyrimidine Derivative and methods for using the Pyridopyrimidine Derivatives for treating or preventing a metabolic disorder, dyslipidemia, a cardiovascular disease, a neurological disorder, a hematological disease, cancer, inflammation, a respiratory disease, a gastroenterological disease, diabetes, a diabetic complication, obesity, an obesity-related disorder or non-alcoholic fatty liver disease.

Abstract: The invention relates to new thienotriazolodiazepine derivatives of the formula (1) wherein R1 is CH3, R2 is CH3 or —(CH2)n—R4 or —(CH2)n—O—R4 or —(CH2)n—S—R4 wherein n is 1, 2, 3 or 4 and R4 is CH3, CH2CH3 or CH2CH2OCH3, and R3 is hydrogen or —OCH2O— or —OCH2CH2O— connected to the ortho/meta position or meta/para position of the phenyl ring; or wherein R1 and R2 are hydrogen and R3 is —OCH2O— Or —OCH2CH2O— connected to the ortho/meta position or meta/para position of the phenyl ring; and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. These compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are useful in the treatment and prevention of atherosclerotic artery diseases, such as myocardial infarction and stroke, and of Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted nitrogen containing bicyclic heterocycles of the formula (I) wherein Z is CH2 or N—R4 and X, R1, R2, R4, R6, R7 and n are as defined in the description. Such compounds are suitable for the treatment of a disorder or disease which is mediated by the activity of MDM2 and/or MDM4, or variants thereof.

Abstract: Administration of sPLA2 inhibitors has been found to decrease cholesterol levels, atherosclerotic plaque formation and aortic aneurysm in mice, and to decrease cholesterol and triglyceride levels in humans. Interestingly, administration of sPLA2 inhibitors was found to decrease cholesterol levels even when the inhibitors were administered only once per day. Therefore, provided herein are methods of treating dyslipidemia, CVD, and conditions associated with CVD such as atherosclerosis and metabolic syndrome, by administering one or more sPLA2 inhibitors. Significantly, administration of sPLA2 inhibitors and various compounds used in the treatment of CVD, such as for example statins, resulted in greater decreases in LDL and LDL particle levels in a synergistic manner. In addition, administration of sPLA2 inhibitors and statins resulted in a synergistic decrease in plaque content.

Abstract: Provided are certain crystalline hydrates of the formula I in which n has a value of from 0.5 to 1.8. The compound may be suitable, for example, as a hypolipidemic.

Abstract: A method and chemical composition for modifying and dissolving atherosclerotic plaques formed in a patient's blood vessels is provided. A chemical composition comprising one or more of an organic substance, an inorganic substance, and a bioactive substance is administered at sites of the plaques. The chemical composition comprises one or more of d-limonene, propylene glycol, octanoic acid, 2-octane, glycerine, acetylsalicylic acid, acetic acid, omega-3 fatty acids, ethanol, methanol, ezetimibe, rosuvastatin, resveratrol, lactic acid, gluconic acid, chloroform, carbon disulfide, dichloromethane, toluene, lauryldimethyl hydroxysultaine, and any combination thereof. The chemical composition enables modification of plaques by altering their composition. The modification comprises partial dissolution, complete dissolution, or elimination of the plaques, and makes the plaques amenable to different forms of plaque treatment. The modified plaques are eliminated from the patient's body.

Abstract: The present invention discloses novel and useful intermediates for the synthesis of ezetimibe (EZT), which intermediates share a characteristic Z-isomeric structure. Based on Z-5-(4-fluorophenyl)-pent-4-enoic acid, and proceeding the synthesis through further Z-intermediates, a total synthesis is presented to obtained final ezetimibe in high yields.

Abstract: The present invention relates to therapeutic combinations and kits useful in treating CFTR-related diseases, such as cystic fibrosis.

Abstract: The present invention embraces Niemann-Pick C1-like 1 protein antagonists and agents that inhibit hepatic virus infection for use in the prevention and treatment of a hepatic virus infection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of Formula (I) in particular compounds of formula (Ia), the use of a therapeutically effective amount of one or more compounds of formula (I) or (Ia) as a broad-spectrum antibiotic and the use of a pharmaceutical composition comprising said compounds for the treatment of bacterial infections in humans or animals.

Abstract: Methods and compositions containing a berberine compound or berberine related or derivative compound are provided for the prevention and treatment of hyperlipidemia, elevated cholesterol, and/or cardiovascular disease in mammalian subjects. The methods and compositions of the invention are effective for prevention and treatment of atherosclerosis, coronary artery disease, angina pectoris, carotid artery disease, stroke, cerebral arteriosclerosis, high blood pressure, myocardial infarction, cerebral infarction, restenosis following balloon angioplasty, intermittent claudication, dyslipidemia post-prandial lipidemia or xanthoma.

Abstract: The present application relates to compounds of formula wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, and n are defined herein or to a pharmaceutically active salt thereof. The present compounds are high potential NK-3 receptor antagonists for the treatment of depression, pain, psychosis, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Abstract: The invention relates to prodrugs of niacin and their use in pharmaceutical composition and therapeutic treatment of disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, Z, and n are as defined herein or to a pharmaceutically active salt thereof. Compounds of the invention are high potential NK-3 receptor antagonists for the treatment of depression, pain, psychosis, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Abstract: The present invention describes a process for producing ezetimibe (EZT) from a protected compound, including a step of deprotecting the 4-(p-hydroxyphenyl) protection group by catalytic hydrogenation, wherein the catalyst is used in an amount of 0.7 wt.-% or lower, relative to the weight of the compound used for the deprotection reaction. After carrying out a step of deprotection reaction, the process preferably comprises: (a) the reaction product is dissolved or extracted in ethyl acetate, and (b) the ethyl acetate solution is washed with an aqueous salt solution. The invention further describes a process for obtaining pure EZT, wherein raw EZT is dissolved in a solvent at a concentration of lower than 0.1 g/ml, and a crystallization step is carried out from this solution.

Abstract: Compounds are provided which have the structure wherein Z1 is (CH2)q or C?O; Z2 is (CH2)p or C?O; D is —CH? or C?O or (CH2)m where m is 0, 1, 2 or 3; n=0, 1 or 2; p=1 or 2; q=0, 1 or 2; Q is C or N; X is CH or N; X2 is C, N, O or S; X3 is C, N, O or S; X4 is C, N, O or S; X5 is C, N, O or S; X6 is C, N, O or S; provided that at least one of X2, X3, X4 X5 and X6 is N; and at least one of X2, X3, X4 X5 and X6 is C; and A, B, R1, R2, R2a, R4, R3, E, Z and Y are as defined herein, which compounds are useful in treating diabetes and related diseases.

Abstract: The invention provides novel pyrimidine derivatives of formula I and pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods for using such compounds. For example, the pyrimidine derivatives of the invention may be used to treat, ameliorate or prevent a condition which responds to inhibition of insulin-like growth factor (IGF-IR) or analplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK).

Abstract: The purpose of the present invention is to provide a compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof which inhibits the activity of PI3K to regulate many biological processes including the growth, differentiation, survival, proliferation, migration, metabolism, and the like of cells and is therefore useful for the prevention/treatment of diseases including inflammatory diseases, arteriosclerosis, vascular/circulatory diseases, cancer/tumors, immune system diseases, cell proliferative diseases, infectious diseases, and the like. This was achieved by providing a substituted 2-amino-5,6-nitrogenated fused ring compound shown in the present specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides nucleic acid constructs, methods for identifying and validating compounds that increase the inclusion of exon 7 of SMN2 into mRNA transcribed from the SMN2 gene, compounds and pharmaceutical compositions that increase levels of SMN protein produced from the SMN2 gene, and methods for use thereof in treating of SMA.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel organic compounds of Formula I: methods of use, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions comprising atorvastatin 4-(nitrooxy) butyl ester and a hypolipidemic, in particular ezetimibe and fenofibrate. The invention discloses also their use as cholesterol-reducing drugs, as drugs having immunosuppressive properties, antioxidant, antithrombotic and anti-inflammatory activity, effects on endothelial function, and for treating and/or preventing acute coronary syndromes, stroke, atherosclerosis, neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease as well as autoimmune diseases, such as multiple sclerosis.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) (wherein variable groups are as defined within) pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, solvates of such salts and prodrugs thereof and their use as cholesterol absorption inhibitors for the treatment of hyperlipidaemia are described. Processes for their manufacture and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds useful of inhibitors of protein kinases. The invention also provides processes for preparing the compounds of this invention, pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising the compounds of the invention, and methods of using the compositions in the treatment of various disorders.

Abstract: The invention provides a class of compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and methods of using such compounds to treat or prevent malaria.

Abstract: Compounds comprising formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a dashed line represent the presence or absence of a double bond, are disclosed, wherein J1, J2, U1, B, Y, and A are as described in claims 1-12. Methods, compositions, and medicaments related thereto are also disclosed, for treating glaucoma, inflammatory bowel disease and baldness.

Abstract: Novel 2-(azetidin-2-on-1-yl)alkanedioic acid derivatives and 2-(azetidin-2-on-1-yl)alkoxyalkanoic acid derivatives are described for use in the treatment of disease states responsive to antagonism of the vasopressin V1a receptor.

Abstract: The invention encompasses a series bicyclic pyrimidinone compounds of Formula I which inhibit HIV integrase and prevent viral integration into human DNA. This action makes the compounds useful for treating HIV infection and AIDS. The invention also encompasses pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating those infected with HIV.

Abstract: The invention encompasses series bicyclic pyrimidinone compounds of Formula I which inhibit HIV integrase and prevent viral integration into human DNA. This action makes the compounds useful for treating HIV infection and AIDS. The invention also encompasses pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating those infected with HIV.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for modifying biologically active substances to achieve multi-day delivery of such substances, particularly through oral or parenteral administration, are disclosed. The compositions include the biologically active substance conjugated to a carrier having a suitably long half life, typically more than one day, wherein the conjugate optionally contains a spacer linking the carrier to the biologically active substance. Pharmaceutical formulations of the conjugates are also disclosed, as are methods of extending delivery of a single dose of a biologically active substance for more than one day.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (I) wherein the groups R and R?, A, D, E, G, L, p and R1 to R10 have the stated meanings and to their physiologically compatible salts. Said compounds are suitable, for example, as anti-obesity drugs.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): (wherein variable groups are as defined within) pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, solvates of such salts and prodrugs thereof and their use as cholesterol absorption inhibitors for the treatment of hyperlipidaemia are described. Processes for their manufacture and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination, such as a combined preparation or pharmaceutical composition comprising: (a) compound of formula (I), and/or (II) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; (b) at least one therapeutic agent selected from the group consisting of: an antihypertensive agent; an antidiabetics agent; a hypolipidemic agent; an antiplatelet agent; an antiobesity agent; an antithrombotic agent; an agent for diabetic vascular complications; and an agent for treatment of heart failure; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, optionally in presence of a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier for separate, simultaneous or sequential use. The present invention also relates to a use of such combination for the treatment of mammal including human being. R1, R2, R3, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, X, Y, A and B and m are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to nanoparticulate compositions comprising statin such as lovastatin or simvastatin. The statin particles of the composition have an effective average particle size of less than about 2000 nm. In another aspect of this invention, novel combinations of statins and other cholesterol lowering agents are described and methods of using same are taught.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of the Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate or isomer thereof, wherein n, M, V, T, W, X, U, R1 and R2 are as disclosed in the present specification, and which compounds are useful for the treatment of diseases or conditions mediated by MMPs, TNF-? or combinations thereof.

Abstract: A method for treating an immune-related disorder in a patient comprising administering an agent to the patient for altering the patient's plasma concentration of free cholesterol, wherein said agent is a non-statin agent and is administered in an amount sufficient to modulate the immune-related disorder.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): (wherein variable groups are as defined within) pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, solvates of such salts and prodrugs thereof and their use as cholesterol absorption inhibitors for the treatment of hyperlipidaemia are described. Processes for their manufacture and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are also described.

Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides a novel class of heterocyclic compounds as modulators of gamma secretase, methods of preparing such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing one or more such compounds, methods of preparing pharmaceutical formulations comprising one or more such compounds, and methods of treatment, prevention, inhibition, or amelioration of one or more diseases associated with the central nervous system using such compounds or pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) (wherein variable groups are as defined within) pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, solvates of such salts and prodrugs thereof and their use as cholesterol absorption inhibitors for the treatment of hyperlipidaemia are described. Processes for their manufacture and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are also described.

Abstract: Substituted bicyclic heteroaryls and compositions containing them, for the treatment of general inflammation, arthritis, rheumatic diseases, osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disorders, inflammatory eye disorders, inflammatory or unstable bladder disorders, psoriasis, skin complaints with inflammatory components, chronic inflammatory conditions, including but not restricted to autoimmune diseases such as systemic lupus erythematosis (SLE), myestenia gravis, rheumatoid arthritis, acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, multiples sclerosis, Sjogren's syndrome and autoimmune hemolytic anemia, allergic conditions including all forms of hypersensitivity, The present invention also enables methods for treating cancers that are mediated, dependent on or associated with p110? activity, including but not restricted to leukemias, such as Acute Myeloid leukaemia (AML) Myelo-dysplastic syndrome (MDS) myelo-proliferative diseases (MPD) Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML) T-cell Acute Lymphob

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of Formula I, stereoisomers or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein A, B, D, R1, R2, R4 and R5 are defined herein, a pharmaceutical composition that includes a compound of Formula I and methods of use thereof

Abstract: This invention relates to novel pharmaceutical compositions comprising a therapeutically effective combination of a compound of Formula I and an anti-obesity compound. The pharmaceutical compositions for use according to the invention are contemplated particularly useful for combating obesity or an obesity associated disease.

Abstract: A stable pharmaceutical composition comprising dispersion blend comprising 20 to 60% by weight of orlistat and 40% to 80% by weight of water soluble polymer carrier selected from hydroxypropyl methyl cellulose, methylcellulose, hydroxyethyl cellulose, hydroxypropyl cellulose or hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to oral formulations comprising an active agent comprising at least one of 2-[4-(4-chlorobenzoyl)phenoxy]-2-methyl-propanoic acid, salts of 2-[4-(4-chlorobenzoyl)phenoxy]-2-methyl-propanoic acid or buffered 2-[4-(4-chlorobenzoyl)phenoxy]-2-methyl-propanoic acid.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to 2-[1-phenyl-5-hydroxy or methoxy-4alpha-methyl-hexahydrocyclopenta[f]indazol-5-yl]ethyl phenyl derivatives of formula I (I) as glucocorticoid receptor ligands useful for treating a variety of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases or conditions. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use are also included.

Abstract: Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions are contemplated that inhibit N-acyl-ethanolamine-hydrolyzing acid amidase (NAAA) to so increase the concentration of the substrate of NAAA, palmitoylethanolamide (PEA). NAAA inhibition is contemplated to be effective to alleviate conditions associated with a reduced concentration of PEA. Among other uses, various NAAA inhibitors are especially contemplated as therapeutic agents in the treatment of inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: Certain novel substituted imidazole 4-carboxamides are ligands of the human cholecystokinin receptor and, in particular, are selective ligands of the human cholecystokinin-1 receptor (CCK-1R). They are therefore useful for the treatment, control, or prevention of diseases and disorders responsive to the modulation of CCK-1R , such as obesity, and diabetes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new cyclobutanemethanamine inhibitors of monoamine reuptake, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: Hydroxy-substituted azetidinone hypocholesterolemic agents of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein: Ar1 and Ar2 are aryl or R4-substituted aryl; Ar3 is aryl or R5-substituted aryl; X, Y and Z are —CH2—, —CH(lower alkyl)— or —C(dilower alkyl)—; R and R2 are —OR6, —O(CO)R6, —O(CO)OR9 or —O(CO)NR6R7; R1 and R3 are H or lower alkyl; q is 0 or 1; r is 0 or 1; m, n and p are 0-4; provided that at least one of q and r is 1, and the sum of m, n, p, q and r is 1-6; and provided that when p is O and r is 1, the sum of m, q and n is 1-5; R4 is selected from lower alkyl, R5, —CF3, —CN, —NO2 and halogen R5 is selected from —OR6, —O(CO)R6, —O(CO)OR9, —O(CH2)1-5OR6, —O(CO)NR6R7, —NR6R7, —NR6(CO)R7, —NR6(CO)OR9, —NR6(CO)NR7R8, —NR6SO2R9, —COOR6, —CONR6R7, —COR6, —SO2NR6R7, S(O)0-2R9, —O(CH2)1-10—COOR6, —O(CH2)1-10CON6R7, —(lower alkylene)COOR6 and —CH?CH—COOR6; R6, R7 and R8 are H, lower alkyl or aryl-substituted Ic R9 is lower alkyl, aryl or aryl-substituted lower alkyl; are discl