Chalcogen Attached Indirectly To The Purine Ring System By Acyclic Nonionic Bonding Patents (Class 514/263.36)
  • Patent number: 11980692
    Abstract: A process prepares a polymer-coated hard shell capsule, suitable as container for pharmaceutical or nutraceutical biologically active ingredients. The hard shell capsule can include a body and a cap. In the closed state, the cap overlaps the body either in a pre-locked state or in a final-locked state. The hard shell capsule can be provided in the pre-locked state and spray-coated with a coating solution, suspension, or dispersion that includes a polymer or a mixture of polymers to create a coating layer which covers the outer surface of the hard shell capsule in the pre-locked state.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 14, 2018
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2024
    Assignee: Evonik Operations GmbH
    Inventors: Ashish Guha, Vishal Kaneria, Vinay Jain, Shraddha Joshi, Miriam Robota, Felix Hofmann, Marcel Arndt, Hans Bär
  • Patent number: 11742059
    Abstract: A system, method and corresponding software product are presented, the method comprising: providing a training data set comprising one or more spectrogram data pieces obtained from a plurality of individuals and respective data on a selected set of blood biomarkers of said individuals; selecting one or more groups of biomarkers selected from said selected set of biomarkers, wherein each group includes two or more (three or more) biomarkers; training one or more prediction models based on said training data, said one or more prediction model comprising one or more prediction routes for prediction of said one or more groups of biomarkers respectively. Accordingly, the prediction model comprises a selected number of prediction routes, each trained for predicting biomarkers concentrations of a respective groups of biomarkers.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2022
    Date of Patent: August 29, 2023
    Assignee: REFANA BIOMARKS INC.
    Inventor: Marcelo Adorni Pereira
  • Patent number: 11225481
    Abstract: This invention relates to xanthine derivative compounds that are inhibitors of BET bromodomains proteins, the method of preparation thereof and applications thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 27, 2016
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2022
    Assignees: CENTRE NATIONAL DE LA RECHERCHE SCIENTIFIQUE, INSTITUT NATIONAL DE LA SANTE ET DE LA RECHERCHE MEDICALE (INSERM), UNIVERSITÉ D'AIX-MARSEILLE, INSTITUT JEAN PAOLI & IRENE CALMETTES
    Inventors: Xavier Morelli, Sébastien Combes, Jean-Claude Guillemot, Stéphanie Betzi, Yves Collette, Philippe Roche, Adrien Lugari, Sabine Milhas, Brigitt Raux, Iuliia Voitovich
  • Patent number: 11077112
    Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising 6-thioguanidine (6-TG) wherein the composition is formulated for release of 6-TG in the distal intestine. Methods for treating a disease or condition of the distal ileum that responds to 6-TG wherein the 6-TG is released in the distal intestine are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 29, 2016
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: PRODRUGXTEND PTY LTD
    Inventors: Timothy Florin, Amirali Popat, Siddharth Jambhrunkar
  • Patent number: 11077103
    Abstract: The present invention relates to solid dispersion of Naloxegol oxalate. Further, the present invention relates to an improved process for Naloxegol oxalate and intermediates thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 22, 2017
    Date of Patent: August 3, 2021
    Assignee: Aurobindo Pharma Ltd.
    Inventors: Rama Shankar, Nimesh Chandra Misra, Siva Rama Kasibabu Velegula, Suresh Chapala, Sivakumaran Meenakshisunderam
  • Patent number: 10695351
    Abstract: Methods and kits for improving tear production are described, along with topical pharmaceutical compositions. In certain instances the composition comprises pentoxifylline and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The compositions also may further comprise another active agent, such as an anti-bacterial agent, antiviral agent, antifungal agent, or immunosuppressant agent, and combinations thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 26, 2019
    Date of Patent: June 30, 2020
    Assignee: Harrow IP, LLC
    Inventors: John Scott Karolchyk, John P. Saharek
  • Patent number: 9492457
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. For example, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are derivatives of pentoxifylline. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 20, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Patent number: 9493463
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. For example, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are derivatives of pentoxifylline. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2015
    Date of Patent: November 15, 2016
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Patent number: 9046537
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the field of therapeutic methods, compositions and uses thereof, that affect, directly or indirectly, the behavior of LRP receptors. These compositions and methods result in the treatment of inflammatory, immunological and metabolic conditions. More particularly, the methods and compositions of the invention are directed to the identification of small molecules, drugs and/or pharmacological agents that affect the Wnt pathway by affecting normal complex formation among various signaling receptors, the LRP5 and LRP6 receptor, and related ligands.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 7, 2008
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2015
    Assignee: Enzo Biochem, Inc.
    Inventors: Elazar Rabbani, Xiaofeng Li, Dakai Liu, Yazhou Zhang, Richard Jin, Riddhi Bhattacharyya, Wei Cheng, James J. Donegan
  • Publication number: 20150148355
    Abstract: A silicone gel (“silogel”) composition used to deliver pharmaceutical products transdermally as well as a method for producing the silogel composition, which may contain up to 80% additive ingredients. Preferred embodiments of the invention may include silogel compositions which provide high viscosity/no separation due to API. They are not temperature-sensitive, have no shear stress from the ointment mill/EMP, have no gumming up/stickiness, and no hardening.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 24, 2014
    Publication date: May 28, 2015
    Inventor: John Olin Trimble
  • Patent number: 9035050
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel deuterated compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. In particular, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are deuterated derivatives of a pentoxifylline metabolite. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed deuterated compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial. The compounds of the invention are represented by the following structural formula: wherein the values of R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, Y1 and Y2 are described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 24, 2013
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2015
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Patent number: 9029385
    Abstract: The present invention relates, in general, to fibroproliferative disorders, and, in particular, to methods and compositions for treating fibroproliferative disorders by administering to a mammal in need of treatment pharmacologically effective doses of a phosphodiesterase inhibitor, such as pentoxifylline, and an anti-oxidant which is a precursor of glutathione, such as N-acetyl-cysteine, or their derivatives or metabolites.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 23, 2008
    Date of Patent: May 12, 2015
    Inventors: Ganesh Raghu, Douglas Harry Unwin, Lola Maksumova
  • Publication number: 20150126437
    Abstract: The disclosure provides compounds useful as insect repellents, compositions comprising such repellents, and methods of repelling an arthropod using such compounds and compositions. The disclosure further provides insect traps and method for identifying ligands and cognates for biological molecules.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2012
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Applicant: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Anandasankar Ray, Sean Michael Boyle
  • Publication number: 20150119409
    Abstract: The invention relates to the compounds of formula I or its pharmaceutical acceptable salts, as well as polymorphs, solvates, enantiomers, stereoisomers and hydrates thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions comprising an effective amount of compounds of formula I, and methods for treating or preventing inflammatory disorders may be formulated for oral, buccal, rectal, topical, transdermal, transmucosal, intravenous, parenteral administration, syrup, or injection. Such compositions may be used to treatment of intermittent claudication resulting from obstructed arteries in the limbs, and vascular dementia, improves blood flow through peripheral blood vessels and therefore helps with blood circulation in the arms and legs (e.g.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 2, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventor: Mahesh KANDULA
  • Publication number: 20150087660
    Abstract: The invention relates to the compounds of formula I or its pharmaceutical acceptable salts, as well as polymorphs, solvates, enantiomers, stereoisomers and hydrates thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions comprising an effective amount of compounds of formula I, and methods for the treatment of chronic diseases and inflammatory disorders may be formulated for oral, buccal, rectal, topical, transdermal, transmucosal, intravenous, parenteral administration, syrup, or injection.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2013
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventor: Mahesh KANDULA
  • Patent number: 8987442
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. For example, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are derivatives of pentoxifylline. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 17, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Publication number: 20150050241
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions employing 9-(4-hydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)butyl)guanine (“H2G”) or derivatives or analogs thereof for the treatment of viral diseases, as well as for the treatment of other conditions, including, but not limited to, cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis and Graves' disease. The H2G or derivative or analog thereof can be administered in a pharmaceutical composition and can be administered with an additional antiviral therapeutic agent or another agent for the treatment of other conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 30, 2014
    Publication date: February 19, 2015
    Inventors: Fred VOLINSKY, Steven Daniel DONG
  • Publication number: 20150017151
    Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical formulations comprising xanthine or xanthine derivatives, kits thereof, and methods for treating fibrotic diseases by local administration.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 18, 2014
    Publication date: January 15, 2015
    Inventor: Matthew J. Buderer
  • Publication number: 20140296263
    Abstract: The present invention in one embodiment relates to a compound of Formula (I); or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein: each of R1 and R2 is independently selected from —CH3 and —CD3; R3 is hydrogen or deuterium; each of Z1, Z2 and Z3 is independently selected from hydrogen and deuterium; each Z4 is hydrogen or deuterium; each Z5 is hydrogen or deuterium; and each Z6 is hydrogen or deuterium.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 19, 2012
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: CONCERT PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Ara Aslanian, Dolly Parasrampuria, Kristine Hogan, Virginia Braman, Changfu Cheng
  • Publication number: 20140221284
    Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for determining GLP-1 analog and/or DPPIV inhibitor response in a subject. In one embodiment, the composition comprises a solid support comprising probes for measuring a biomarker panel comprising, for example, adiponectin, C-peptide, hsCRP, insulin, proinsulin. The simultaneous use of multiple biomarkers with independent classification power will increase the performance of the biomarker panel in characterizing GLP-1 analog and DPPIV inhibitor response. The invention also provides methods of treating a subject (e.g. one experiencing cardiodiabetes) and determining the efficacy of a therapy through assaying the various biomarkers of a biomarker panel disclosed herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 23, 2012
    Publication date: August 7, 2014
    Applicant: IR2DX, Inc.
    Inventor: Andreas Pfuetzner
  • Patent number: 8785443
    Abstract: Prodrugs of methyl hydrogen fumarate, pharmaceutical compositions comprising prodrugs of methyl hydrogen fumarate, and methods of using prodrugs of methyl hydrogen fumarate and pharmaceutical compositions thereof for treating diseases such as psoriasis, asthma, multiple sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and arthritis are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 14, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: XenoPort, Inc.
    Inventors: Archana Gangakhedkar, Xuedong Dai, Noa Zerangue, Peter A. Virsik
  • Publication number: 20140194448
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a new application of phosphodiesterase inhibitors for couple infertility treatment which forms an effective alternative to the invasive assisted reproductive techniques such as conjugal artificial insemination and which consists of the transvaginal administration of a phosphodiesterase inhibitor immediately before and/or after coitus. It also relates to dosage forms suitable for the intravaginal administration of phosphodiesterase inhibitors.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 20, 2012
    Publication date: July 10, 2014
    Inventors: Maria Carmen Pardina Palleja, Miguel Angel Vaz-Romero Uña
  • Publication number: 20140187519
    Abstract: Provided herein are diagnostic markers and uses thereof for predicting if a subject is at risk of a major adverse event. In particular, one aspect provided herein relates to methods to determine if a subject is at risk of having a major adverse effect by measuring at least 2, or at least 3 of the biomarkers beta 2 microglobulin, c-reactive protein and cystatin C.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 3, 2013
    Publication date: July 3, 2014
    Applicant: The Board Of Trustees Of The Leland Stanford Junior University
    Inventors: John P. Cooke, Nicholas J. Leeper, Kevin Nead
  • Publication number: 20140162988
    Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2014
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: BIOCOPEA LIMITED
    Inventors: Robin M. Bannister, John Brew, Richard R. Reiley, III, Wilson Caparros Wanderley
  • Publication number: 20140162987
    Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a severe pain in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2014
    Publication date: June 12, 2014
    Applicant: BIOCOPEA LIMITED
    Inventors: Robin M. Bannister, John Brew, Richard R. Reiley, III, Wilson Caparros Wanderley
  • Publication number: 20140142124
    Abstract: A composition comprising at least one physiologically tolerated film-forming agent, at least one physiologically tolerated solvent, at least one plasticizer and a compound of the formula I or a stereoisomeric form or a physiologically tolerated salt of any of the foregoing. The composition is suitable for treatment of androgenic alopecia or hirsutism, that is, for avoiding undesirable hair growth, and for treatment of seborrhea and acne, and can furthermore be employed in cosmetics.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2013
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Inventors: Karl Theodor Kraemer, Manfred Bohn
  • Publication number: 20140141092
    Abstract: The invention discloses a gastric resistant pharmaceutical or nutraceutical composition, comprising a core, comprising a pharmaceutical or nutraceutical active ingredient and a gastric resistant coating layer onto the core, wherein the gastric resistant coating layer comprises at least 30% by weight of a (meth)acrylate copolymer comprising polymerized units of 10 to 40% by weight of acrylic or methacrylic acid, 10 to 80% by weight of a C4- to C18-alkyl ester of acrylic or methacrylic acid and optionally 0 to 60% by weight of another vinylic monomer, whereby the release of the pharmaceutical or nutraceutical active ingredient is not more than 10% under in-vitro conditions at pH 1.2 after 2 hours in medium according to USP with and without the addition of 20% (v/v) ethanol.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 12, 2012
    Publication date: May 22, 2014
    Applicant: Evonik Roehm GmbH
    Inventors: Jan Hendrik Schattka, Christian Meier, Herbert Jung, Hedi Krachtus, Jessica del Rosario Ferrand
  • Publication number: 20140128353
    Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 14, 2014
    Publication date: May 8, 2014
    Applicant: Biocopea Limited
    Inventors: Robin M. Bannister, John Brew, Richard R. Reiley, III, Wilson Caparros Wanderley
  • Publication number: 20140121166
    Abstract: Provided are materials and methods for the prevention and treatment of Juvenile Neuronal Ceroid Lipofuscinosis comprising administration of an effective amount of at least one of a hemi-channel inhibitor or a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor. In some embodiments, the methods comprise administration of an effective amount of each of a hemi-channel inhibitor and a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising a hemi-channel inhibitor or a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor, as well as kits comprising at least one effective dose of a hemi-channel inhibitor or a phosphodiesterase-4 inhibitor or a combination of both.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 29, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEBRASKA
    Inventor: Tammy Kielian
  • Publication number: 20140121226
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel deuterated compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. In particular, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are deuterated derivatives of a pentoxifylline metabolite. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed deuterated compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial. The compounds of the invention are represented by the following structural formula: wherein the values of R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, Y1 and Y2 are described herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 24, 2013
    Publication date: May 1, 2014
    Applicant: CONCERT PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Publication number: 20140113918
    Abstract: Acyclic nucleoside analogs such as acyclovir, ganciclovir, penciclovir and the corresponding pro-drugs, i.e., valacyclovir, valganciclovir and famciclovir, respectively have been identified as inhibitors or antagonists of both telomerase (encoded by TERT) and reverse transcriptase encoded by L-1 (LINE-1) RT, and as useful for treating or preventing cancers induced or mediated by the two enzymes. Method of treating or preventing such cancers in patients involves administration of a therapeutically effective amount of a composition having an inhibitor or antagonist of the reverse transcriptases in cells of the patients. The inhibitor or antagonist blocks lengthening of telomeres in telomerase positive and telomerase negative cells. Methods and kits for detecting pathologically proliferating cells expressing TERT and L1RT are also disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 12, 2013
    Publication date: April 24, 2014
    Applicant: ALT Solutions Inc.
    Inventor: Igor E. BONDAREV
  • Publication number: 20140105898
    Abstract: This invention relates generally to methods and agents for modulating adiposity-related conditions. More particularly, the present invention relates to the use of TRAIL death receptor agonists, including nucleic acids such as TRAIL polynucleotides, peptides and polypeptides including TRAIL polypeptides, TRAIL DR agonist antigen-binding molecules, TRAIL DR peptide agonists as well as small molecule TRAIL DR agonists in compositions and methods for treating or preventing adiposity-related conditions such as obesity, diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2012
    Publication date: April 17, 2014
    Applicant: Istituto Di Ricovero E Cura A Carattere Scientific Materno-Infantile Burlo Garo
    Inventors: Merlin C. Thomas, Giorgio Zauli, Paola Secchiero, Bruno Fabris, Stella Bernardi
  • Publication number: 20140079792
    Abstract: The invention relates to a coating composition suitable for the coating of pharmaceutical or nutraceutical dosage form, comprising a core comprising one or more pharmaceutical or nutraceutical active ingredients, wherein the coating composition is comprising at least 20% by weight of an enteric core/shell polymer composition derived from an emulsion polymerisation process, wherein the core of the core/shell polymer composition is formed by a water-insoluble, cross-linked polymer or copolymer and the shell of the core/shell polymer composition is formed by an anionic polymer or copolymer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 17, 2011
    Publication date: March 20, 2014
    Applicant: Evonik Roehm GmbH
    Inventors: Jan Hendrik Schattka, Christian Meier, Florian Hermes
  • Publication number: 20130324564
    Abstract: The present invention provides individual crystalline polymorphs of (S)-1-(4,4,6, 6,6-pentadeutero-5-hydroxy-hexyl)-3,7-dimethyl-1H-purine-2,6(3H,7H)-dione designated Form 1, Form 2, Form 3 and Form 4. Each polymorph disclosed herein is characterized according to one or more of (a) powder X-ray diffraction data (“XRPD”); (b) differential scanning calorimetry (“DSC”); and (e) thermo gravimetric analysis (TGA).
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2011
    Publication date: December 5, 2013
    Applicant: CONCERT PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Joanna A. Bis, David H. Igo, David J. Turnquist
  • Publication number: 20130245047
    Abstract: An animal model has been developed based the understanding that a central mechanism in patients with CTRF is that chemotherapy and/or radiation initiates canonical pathways leading to the development of disrupted sleep architecture, resulting in disruption of REM sleep and fatigue and cognitive dysfunction. Drugs that restore the activity patterns and levels towards normal and/or decrease the pro-inflammatory cytokines associated with the disrupted sleep, should be effective in alleviating one or more symptoms of CTRF. Pentoxifylline was demonstrated to improve activity levels in animals treated with etoposide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 2, 2013
    Publication date: September 19, 2013
    Applicant: Tenera Therapeutics, LLC
    Inventors: Stephen T. SONIS, Edward G. FEY, Edward B. RUBENSTEIN
  • Publication number: 20120288487
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the preparation of poly(amino oxalate) (PAOX) using oxalyl chloride, 1,4-cyclohexanedimethanol, and piperazinediethanol, the preparation of biodegradable polymer particles using the PAOX, and the use of PAOX particles as a drug delivery vehicle. The PAOX according to the present invention is a polymer that has three characteristics of biodegradability, biocompatibility, and cationic properties at the same time with appropriate hydrophobicity and thus can be prepared as particles that allow rapid drug release. Moreover, the particles improve the delivery efficiency of a drug into cells and thus can be efficiently used as a drug delivery vehicle for the treatment of acute inflammatory diseases such as acute liver failure and acute lung injury.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 1, 2012
    Publication date: November 15, 2012
    Inventors: Dong Won Lee, Kyeong Yeol Seong, Han Sol Seo, Hyung Min Kim, Ye Rang Kim
  • Publication number: 20120238590
    Abstract: An animal model has been developed based the understanding that a central mechanism in patients with CTRF is that chemotherapy and/or radiation initiates canonical pathways leading to the development of disrupted sleep architecture, resulting in disruption of REM sleep and fatigue and cognitive dysfunction. Drugs that restore the activity patterns and levels towards normal and/or decrease the pro-inflammatory cytokines associated with the disrupted sleep, should be effective in alleviating one or more symptoms of CTRF. Pentoxifylline was demonstrated to improve activity levels in animals treated with etoposide.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 13, 2011
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Inventors: Stephen Sonis, Edward Fey, Edward B. Rubenstein
  • Patent number: 8263601
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. In particular, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are derivatives of a pentoxifylline metabolite. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial. The compounds of the invention are represented by one of the following structural formulas: wherein the values of R1, R2, Y1 and Y2 are described herein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 2, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 11, 2012
    Assignee: CoNCERT Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Publication number: 20120202830
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel compounds that are substituted xanthine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. For example, this invention relates to novel substituted xanthine derivatives that are derivatives of pentoxifylline. This invention also provides compositions comprising one or more compounds of this invention and a carrier and the use of the disclosed compounds and compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions for which pentoxifylline and related compounds are beneficial.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 17, 2012
    Publication date: August 9, 2012
    Inventors: Roger D. Tung, Julie F. Liu, Scott L. Harbeson
  • Publication number: 20120171303
    Abstract: Compositions comprising melatonin and one or more carotenoids and methods for using such compositions for enhancing cognitive and related functions such as reducing or preventing a decline of social interaction, reducing or preventing age-related behavioral changes, increasing trainability, improving attention, maintaining optimal brain function, facilitating learning and memory, reducing memory loss, and preventing or treating cognitive decline caused by dementia in an animal. Preferably, the compositions are food compositions useful for enhancing cognitive function in humans and companion animals.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 2, 2010
    Publication date: July 5, 2012
    Inventors: Brian Michael Zanghi, Ziad Saad Ramadan
  • Publication number: 20120095003
    Abstract: Prodrugs of methyl hydrogen fumarate, pharmaceutical compositions comprising prodrugs of methyl hydrogen fumarate, and methods of using prodrugs of methyl hydrogen fumarate and pharmaceutical compositions thereof for treating diseases such as psoriasis, asthma, multiple sclerosis, inflammatory bowel disease, and arthritis are disclosed.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 14, 2011
    Publication date: April 19, 2012
    Applicant: XenoPort, Inc.
    Inventors: Archana Gangakhedkar, Xuedong Dai, Noa Zerangue, Peter A. Virsik
  • Publication number: 20120083443
    Abstract: The invention is based upon the discovery that red blood cells contain phosphodiesterase 3B (PDE3B), and that inhibition of that phosphodiesterase allows for an enhanced accumulation of cAMP and subsequent release of ATP. It was further discovered that RBCS treated with insulin accumulate significantly less cAMP and release significantly less ATP than normal RBCS. Likewise, RBCS of patients suffering from type 2 diabetes (hyperinsulinemia) accumulate significantly less cAMP and release significantly less ATP than normal RBCS. It was further discovered that prostaglandin analogues synergistically work with phosphodiesterase 3B inhibitors to improve or increase cAMP accumulation and ATP release RBCS. Thus the invention is directed to compositions and methods for improving ATP release by RBCS, via administering PDE3B inhibitor or a combination of PDE3B inhibitor and prostaglandin analogue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 22, 2011
    Publication date: April 5, 2012
    Applicant: SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY
    Inventors: Randy S. Sprague, Madelyn Stumpf
  • Publication number: 20120070497
    Abstract: Disclosed are methods and compositions related to the use of boswellic acids (such as acetyl-11-keto-?-boswellic acid, 11-keto-?-boswellic acid, ?-boswellic acid, acetyl-?-boswellic acid, 9,11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, acetyl-9,11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, ?-boswellic acid, acetyl-?-boswellic acid, 11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, acetyl-9,11-dehydro-?-boswellic acid, lupeolic acid, acetyl lupeolic acid, 12-ursene-2-diketone, incensole, incensole acetate, a derivative, in particular an ester thereof, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a combination thereof, or a preparation containing one or more of these compounds) for the human medical or veterinary prophylaxis and/or treatment of: a) damage to and/or inflammation of the islets of Langerhans and/or b) damage to the B-cells of the islets of Langerhans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2011
    Publication date: March 22, 2012
    Applicant: Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft zur Forderung der angewandten Forschung e.V.
    Inventor: Hermann P.T. Ammon
  • Patent number: 8044061
    Abstract: Disclosed are novel compounds of the general formula (Ia), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, isomers, diastereomers or enantiomers thereof and their use as medicines, for example in the treatment of dopamine-related movement disorders.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 25, 2011
    Assignee: UCB Pharma GmbH
    Inventors: Christa E. Müller, Jörg Hockemeyer, Nikolay T. Tzvetkov, Joachim C. Burbiel
  • Publication number: 20110230504
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for promoting and enhancing the analgesic, anesthetic and anticonvulsant properties of epoxygenated fatty acids, in particular, epoxy-eicosatrienoic acids (“EETs”) and inhibitors of soluble epoxide hydrolase (“sEH”) in the presence of elevated levels of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (“cAMP”) by combining or co-administering the epoxygenated fatty acid, EET and/or inhibitor of sEH with an agent that increases intracellular levels of cAMP, e.g., a phosphodiesterase inhibitor.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2009
    Publication date: September 22, 2011
    Applicant: The Regents Of The University Of California Office Of Technology
    Inventors: Bruce D. Hammock, Ahmet Bora Inceoglu, Steven L. Jinks
  • Patent number: 7998698
    Abstract: Provided is a method for determining whether an individual is likely to be susceptible to radiation pneumonitis from radiation therapy and for developing a treatment based on the determination of susceptibility. The method involves measuring SOD and GPX activity levels. A high SOD or low GPX activity, or a combination thereof, is indicative that the individual is likely to be susceptible to radiation pneumonitis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: August 16, 2011
    Assignee: Health Research Inc.
    Inventors: Young-Mee Park, Gary Y. Yang, Nithya Ramnath
  • Publication number: 20110189255
    Abstract: Drug eluting stents (DES) useful for the treatment of restenosis are described. The stents comprise biocompatible polymers and adenosine receptor modulators.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 1, 2010
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Inventors: Michael STUREK, Kinam PARK
  • Publication number: 20110190373
    Abstract: The invention relates to methods of treating or preventing pathological cardiac remodeling and/or preventing heart failure. These methods include the administration of a PDE1 inhibitor to a patient under conditions effective to treat or prevent pathological cardiac remodeling, and therefore heart failure that occurs as a result of such remodeling. Pharmaceutical compositions and delivery vehicles that can be used in the methods of the present invention are also disclosed herein.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 5, 2009
    Publication date: August 4, 2011
    Applicant: UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER
    Inventors: Chen Yan, Jian-Dong Li
  • Publication number: 20110159077
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical dermatological composition based on Pentoxifylline, to be applied on the skin in the form of a cream, gel, unguent, solution, in an emulsion, in liposomes and in microcapsules, being selective for the vascular disorders of rosacea and disorders with photosensitivity, reducing the blood vessels and the reactions of reddening of the skin, CHARACTERIZED in that said composition consists of: from 1% to 99% of Pentoxifylline, from 0.1% to 80% of base cream and from 0.1% to 75% of liposomes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2009
    Publication date: June 30, 2011
    Inventor: Patricio Roberto Figueroa Lizama
  • Publication number: 20110130362
    Abstract: Disclosed are novel compounds that are A2B adenosine receptor antagonists, useful for treating various disease states, including asthma and diarrhea.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 28, 2011
    Publication date: June 2, 2011
    Applicant: Gilead Sciences, Inc.
    Inventors: Rao Kalla, Thao Perry, Elfatih Elzein, Vaibhav Varkhedkar, Xiaofen Li, Prabha Ibrahim, Venkata Palle, Dengming Xiao, Jeff Zablocki