Oxygen Of The Saccharide Radical Bonded Directly To A Nonsaccharide Hetero Ring Or A Polycyclo Ring System Which Contains A Nonsaccharide Hetero Ring Patents (Class 514/27)
  • Patent number: 9371277
    Abstract: Benzamide compounds and derivatives thereof, as can be used for selective inhibition of the SIRT2 enzyme and/or therapeutic use in the treatment of Huntington's disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 21, 2016
    Assignees: Northwestern University, The General Hospital Corporation
    Inventors: Richard B. Silverman, Hua Wang, Mohammad Khanfar, Aleksey G. Kazantsev
  • Patent number: 9333192
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising optimized ratios of Red clover phytoestrogens as determined by a proprietary physiologically based pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamic model. The compositions are useful for modulating bone remodeling, and prevention and treatment of osteoporosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 2, 2014
    Date of Patent: May 10, 2016
    Assignee: SINOVEDA CANADA, INC
    Inventors: Yun Kau Tam, Yi-Chan James Lin, Brian Duff Sloley, Chih-Yuan Tseng
  • Patent number: 9320781
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a dietary supplement and methods of use thereof. More particularly, the invention relates to a composition including a kiwifruit extract in combination with an amylase inhibitor and/or a bifunctional protease-amylase inhibitor, particularly, but not exclusively, for managing gut health or for the treatment or prevention of digestive dysfunction, gastrointestinal disorders or symptoms thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 16, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 26, 2016
    Assignee: VITAL FOODS LIMITED
    Inventors: Kawal Matharu, Iona Weir
  • Patent number: 9289444
    Abstract: This invention relates to a composition for promoting hematopoiesis and for treating, preventing or alleviating cytopenia or bone marrow failure comprising quercetin 3-O-?-(2?-galloyl)-rhamnopyranoside (QGR) as active ingredient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 22, 2016
    Assignee: Chungbuk National University Industry Academic Cooperation Foundation
    Inventors: Byeong Woo Ahn, Young Soo Kim, Heon Sang Jeong, Sang-Kyung Shin, Tae-Wang Kim, So-Young Youm
  • Patent number: 9273085
    Abstract: The present invention provides pyrazole derivatives, uses thereof for medical purposes and so on. More particularly, the present invention relates to pharmaceuticals useful for the prevention or treatment of constipation, which comprise as an active ingredient 3-(3-{4-[3-(?-D-glucopyranosyloxy)-5-isopropyl-1H-pyrazol-4-ylmethyl]-3-methylphenoxy}propylamino)-2,2-dimethylpropionamide, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The pharmaceuticals of the present invention exert an effect of increasing the frequency of bowel movement or the like, and are useful for the prevention or treatment of constipation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 1, 2016
    Assignee: KISSEI PHARMACEUTICAL CO., LTD.
    Inventors: Masayuki Isaji, Masaaki Takemura, Hidetoshi Isawa, Yukihiko Hotei, Itaru Miyashita
  • Patent number: 9216989
    Abstract: The present invention relates to novel podophyllotoxin derivatives substituted in the 4-position by a substituted (poly)aminoalkylaminoacetamide chain, to their process of preparation and to their use as medicament as anticancer agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 10, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 22, 2015
    Assignee: PIERRE FABRE MEDICAMENT
    Inventors: Thierry Imbert, Yves Guminski, Jean-Marc Barret, Anna Kruczynski
  • Patent number: 9180105
    Abstract: The invention provides compounds, methods, pharmaceutical compositions, and kits for the treatment of proliferative disorders such as cancer. In one aspect, the methods comprise compounds that inhibit the activity of protein kinases, such as cell division cycle (Cdc) kinase. In another aspect, the methods comprise compounds that inhibit Cdc7 and/or Dbf4 activity. In another aspect, the methods comprise compounds that exhibit anti-proliferative properties useful in treating diseases such as cancer. Compounds useful for any of the methods include compounds of the Formula (A) or (B) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Exemplary compounds of Formula (A) or (B) include granaticin A, granaticin B, dihydrogranaticin A, dihydrogranaticin B, medermycin, and actinorhodin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 8, 2011
    Date of Patent: November 10, 2015
    Assignee: Sloan-Kettering Institute for Cancer Research
    Inventors: Mark G. Frattini, Hakim Djaballah, Thomas J. Kelly
  • Patent number: 9173912
    Abstract: The invention relates to a method for producing an extract containing at least 40% (m/m) of polyphenols from Cistus creticus L., said method comprising the following steps: plant parts are extracted from Cistus creticus L. using an extraction agent selected from the group comprising water, alcohols and mixtures thereof; the extraction residues are removed; the extraction agent is at least partially removed; redissolution is carried out in an aqueous solvent and the undissolved constituents are removed; and selective enriching is carried out by means of either a) a two-phase extraction, and b) a membrane filtration.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 3, 2015
    Assignee: Finzelberg GmbH & Co. KG
    Inventors: Bjoern Feistel, Bernd Walbroel
  • Patent number: 9168236
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and pharmaceutical compositions for inhibiting influenza virus replication. More particularly, the present invention relates to a compound selected from the group consisting of Gemcitabine, Obatoclax Mesylate, Docetaxel, HA-14, Alsterpaullone, GSK3B inhibitor VIII, GSK3B inhibitor XV, Indirubin 3?-monoxime, L glutathione reduced, Fluocinolone acetonide, Tirofiban, Topotecan hydrochloride, Clofarabine, Vinblastine, Menadione Crystalline and derivatives or analogues thereof for use in the treatment of an influenza infection in a subject in need thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 10, 2012
    Date of Patent: October 27, 2015
    Assignees: Institut National de la Santé et de la Recherche Médicale (INSERM), Université Claude Bernard - Lyon 1
    Inventors: Vincent Lotteau, Benoit De Chassey, Patrice Andre, Laurene Meyniel-Schicklin, Anne Aublin-Gex
  • Patent number: 9144560
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of selected active principles of a natural origin in substitution of extract from Boehmeria Nipononivea for regulating the trophism of hair follicles and the production of sebum on the skin and its use in alopecia, with considerable practical advantages and with respect to the safety profile. The composition of the invention is based on an association of omega 6 polyunsaturated acids and rutin in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 18, 2008
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignee: GIULIANI S.P.A.
    Inventors: Giammaria Giuliani, Anna Benedusi, Sergio Baroni
  • Patent number: 9145435
    Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of Formula I: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 10, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignee: Eli Lilly and Company
    Inventor: Todd Fields
  • Patent number: 9145437
    Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of Formula I: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 28, 2014
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignee: Eli Lilly and Company
    Inventor: Todd Fields
  • Patent number: 9144570
    Abstract: A therapeutic method is provided comprising treating a mammal subject to hypoxia with an amount of 2(R,S)-D-ribo-(1?,2?,3?,4?-tetrahydroxybutyl)thiazolidine-4(R)-carboxylic acid (RibCys) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof effective to both maintain, restore or increase both the ATP levels and the glutathione (GSH) levels in said tissue.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 29, 2015
    Assignee: Max International, LLC
    Inventor: Herbert T. Nagasawa
  • Patent number: 9132117
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for providing anti-diabetic and anti-hyperlipidemia benefits to diabetic subjects currently on medication but not meeting recommended targets for blood glucose, HbA1c, blood pressure and total cholesterol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 17, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: KGK SYNERGIZE, INC
    Inventor: Najla Guthrie
  • Patent number: 9132075
    Abstract: Composition containing a combination of at least one monosaccharide chosen from mannose, rhamnose and a mixture thereof, and of at least one additional compound chosen from ascorbic acid, an analogue thereof and a mixture thereof. The present invention also relates to the use of such a composition for combating the signs of ageing, and also to a device containing the composition.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: September 15, 2015
    Assignee: L'OREAL
    Inventors: Julien Laboureau, Jean-Thierry Simonnet, Pascal Portes
  • Patent number: 9125925
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing intraocular pressure in a patient, particularly a human patient, are described. In particular, compositions are disclosed that contain an anthocyanoside or an extract comprising it, a proanthhocyanidin or an extract comprising it and combinations thereof. The compositions are useful for lowering intraocular pressure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 8, 2015
    Assignees: Horphag Research IP (MIR) Ltd., Indena S.P.A.
    Inventors: Victor Ferrari, Salvatore Malandrino, Carolina Burki, Frank Schoenlau
  • Patent number: 9072762
    Abstract: The combination of gallic acid, ellagic acid, and rubusoside was shown to inhibit angiogenesis by inhibition of pro-angiogenic factors. These three compounds were shown to be absorbed from the intestine making the compounds orally bioavailable. The ratio of the three compounds in the composition was a weight ratio of approximately 1:1.7:17.0 of gallic acid, ellagic acid, and rubusoside, respectively, resulting in a composition with 5% w/w gallic acid, 9% w/w ellagic acid, and 86% w/w rubusoside. This combination was also shown to reduce weight gain, fat accumulation, and serum cholesterol in mammals fed a high fat diet. It also reduced serum triglycerides and tended to reduce blood glucose in mammals on both normal and high fat diets. This three-compound composition (“GER”) can be used to treat diseases associated with angiogenesis and to decrease effects of a high fat diet.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 22, 2013
    Date of Patent: July 7, 2015
    Assignee: Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University And Agricultural and Mechanical College
    Inventors: Zhijun Liu, Peiying Yang
  • Patent number: 9050353
    Abstract: New use of icariin and Epimedium flavaoids containing icariin is provided by the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 7, 2011
    Date of Patent: June 9, 2015
    Assignee: Xuanwu Hospital of Capital Medical University
    Inventors: Lin Li, Linlin Yin, Lili Lin, Lan Zhang, Wen Wang, Ruyi Zhang
  • Patent number: 9044476
    Abstract: The invention provides a method for promoting osteogenesis, increasing bone mass or enhancing the rate of bone growth, which comprises administering to a subject an effective amount of Uraria, a part thereof or an extract thereof. Also provided are a method for treating and/or preventing osteoporosis and a method for providing neuroprotection, comprising administering to a subject an effective amount of Uraria, a part thereof or an extract thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 16, 2013
    Date of Patent: June 2, 2015
    Assignee: TAIPEI MEDICAL UNIVERSITY
    Inventor: Mei-Hsien Lee
  • Patent number: 9040673
    Abstract: A composition comprising an SL0101 [kaempferol 3-O-(3?,4?-di-O-acetyl-?-L-rhamnopyranoside)] derivative compound that has enhanced ability to inhibit RSK activity, relative to the parent compound is provided. The compounds have utility for treating any disease or conditions characterized or associated with excess or undesirable RSK activity. For example the RSK inhibitors of the present invention can be used to reduce the proliferation of neoplastic cells or for inhibiting the establishment or maintenance of an intracellular pathogenic infection by pathogens whose pathogenicity derives in part from the pathogen's ability to impede endosomal/phagosomal maturation in the host cell.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 13, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: University of Virginia Patent Foundation
    Inventors: Sidney M. Hecht, Deborah A. Lannigan-Macara, Jeffrey Allan Smith, George A. O'Doherty, Michael Kenneth Hilinski
  • Patent number: 9040489
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a nanocrystalline photocatalyst active upon visible light irradiation, with a high degree of dispersion, stable in the form of a transparent colloidal solution in an aqueous environment, containing nanocrystals of titanium dioxide (TiO2) surface-modified via direct chemisorption of organic compounds. The present invention in turn relates to a method of producing the material as well as its use as a photosterilizer, photobacteriocide, photomycocide, and/or photocatalyst, in particular for the sterilization of glass surfaces, transparent plastics and transparent materials, in particular contact lenses, medical catheters, glass and plastic conduits as well as other surfaces, whose sterilization is desirable and/or required.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 26, 2015
    Assignee: Jagiellonian University
    Inventors: Przemyslaw Labuz, Wojciech Macyk, Grazyna Stochel, Piotr B. Heczko, Magdalena Strus, Justyna Derdzinska
  • Publication number: 20150141355
    Abstract: A Salacia composition described herein significantly reduces appetite, activates Hormone Sensitive Lipase, and manages a healthy lipid profile through inhibition of HMG-CoA Reductase enzyme. Salacia compositions described herein include of at least 12% of polyphenols, 2% of mangiferin and 1% of 25,26-oxidofriedelane-1,3-dione by weight of the composition in the form of extract. The composition is obtained by continuous solvent extraction, employing non-aqueous food grade solvents. Salacia compositions herein reduce appetite by about 18% of routine diet, when effective amounts are administered to a subject in need thereof. Effective management of a healthy lipid profile is thus possible with synergistic combination of reduction in energy intake, activation of Hormone Sensitive Lipase, and inhibition of HMG-CoA Reductase enzyme responsible for cholesterol metabolism.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 19, 2014
    Publication date: May 21, 2015
    Inventors: Jayant DESHPANDE, Khadija GHANAM, Stephen EWART, Vijaya JUTURU
  • Patent number: 9034834
    Abstract: The disclosure provides an oral antiviral supplement composition comprising a lysine, an ascorbic compound, a flavonoid glycoside, a threonine, and a pyridoxine. The disclosure also provides a method of reducing viral replication in a cell comprising treating a virus-infected cell with a composition of the disclosure. The disclosure further provides a method for the treatment and prophylaxis of a viral infection in a patient comprising administering a composition of the disclosure.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 30, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 19, 2015
    Assignee: Vymedic, LLC
    Inventors: Kenneth E. Phillips, Cynthia A. Winning
  • Publication number: 20150132280
    Abstract: A human dietary supplement comprises theacrine and optionally other compounds that modulate the effects of theacrine. Uses for the theacrine-containing supplement include improvement of at least one of mood, energy, focus, concentration or sexual desire or a reduction of at least one of anxiety or fatigue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 12, 2014
    Publication date: May 14, 2015
    Applicant: ORTHO-NUTRA, LLC
    Inventors: Hector L Lopez, Shawn Wells, Tim N. Ziegenfuss
  • Publication number: 20150126465
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the process for producing compounds derived from the plant Pyrostegia venusta (P. venusta), pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same and its medical uses, especially as antimicrobial.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 14, 2012
    Publication date: May 7, 2015
    Applicants: ASSOCIÇÃO DE ENSINO DE RIBEIRÃO PRETO, BIOTEC - BIO TECNOLOGIA LTDA
    Inventors: Jardel Massari, Ana Maria Soares Pereira, Sarazete Izidia Vez Pereira, Camilla Hernandes, Bianca Waleria Bertoni, Silvia Helena Taleb Contini
  • Patent number: 9023817
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition containing albiflorin and use thereof in manufacturing medicaments for preventing and treating depression are provided by the present invention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 24, 2010
    Date of Patent: May 5, 2015
    Inventor: Zuoguang Zhang
  • Publication number: 20150119348
    Abstract: Natural occurring inhibitors of cyclin-dependent protein kinase 5 (Cdk5), isolated from the root of Rhodiola rosea are structurally different from the known Cdk inhibitors. They show selectivity among different Cdks and efficacy to inhibit Cdk via a mixed-type of inhibition, which should lead to less toxicity and side-effects. They are useful in preventing and treating diseases and disorders associated with aberrant Cdk5 activities, such as acute and/or chronic pain, neuropathic pain, diabetes mellitus, cancer, neurodegenerative diseases and neuropathological disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 30, 2014
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Inventors: Nancy Yuk-Yu IP, Fanny Chui-Fun IP, Wing Yu FU, Guangmiao FU
  • Publication number: 20150119347
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for preventing or treating hair loss or promoting hair growth, comprising secoiridoid glucoside derivatives or hydrolysate thereof as active ingredients. The present invention not only includes natural compounds as an active ingredient without side effects of the long-term treatment in a chronic disease hair loss, but also shows excellent effects for promoting hair growth with stable efficacy. Therefore, the present invention may be used as an effective pharmaceutical, cosmetic or functional food composition for preventing or treating hair loss or promoting hair growth.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 8, 2013
    Publication date: April 30, 2015
    Applicant: INDUSTRY-ACADEMIC COOPERATION FOUNDATION, YONSEI UNIVERSITY
    Inventor: Tae Sun Park
  • Patent number: 9018177
    Abstract: Aqueous compositions comprising a) at least one active compound and b) at least one hydrotrope in an amount effective to increase transdermal penetration of the active compound, and methods for increasing bioavailability of active compounds are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 12, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 28, 2015
    Assignee: L'Oreal S.A.
    Inventors: Elizabeth Hunter Lauten, Jean-Thierry Simonnet, Zhi Pan, Guive Balooch
  • Publication number: 20150111844
    Abstract: A polyphenol composition derived from Camellia sinensis and contains flavonol aglycones and flavonol glycosides, in a weight ratio [(B)/(A)] of the following total contents (B) to (A) is from 0.01 to 18, wherein (A) total content of the flavonol aglycones contained in solids of the polyphenol composition after hydrolysis as measured by high-performance liquid chromatography, and (B) total content of the polyphenols contained in solids of the polyphenol composition as measured by the ferrous tartrate method.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 31, 2014
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Applicant: KAO CORPORATION
    Inventors: Susumu OHISHI, Norihiko SATAKE, Tomoko KONISHI, Shinichiro TAKASHIMA
  • Publication number: 20150110847
    Abstract: A method is provided for administering an active drug agent to cells adhering and/or adjacent to a substrate, said substrate comprising one or more immobilized enzymes, which are capable of converting an inert prodrug into an active drug agent, said method comprising providing at least one inactive prodrug to said substrate. Also a kit is provided which comprise a substrate comprising one or more immobilized enzymes capable of converting an inert prodrug into an active drug agent, and at least one inert prodrug. A stent is also provided, which comprise a substrate comprising one or more immobilized enzymes capable of converting an inert prodrug into an active drug agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2013
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Applicant: Aarhus Universitet
    Inventors: Alexander Zelikin, Betina Fejerskov Kristensen
  • Publication number: 20150105338
    Abstract: The invention provides compositions comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of general formula (I): wherein R1, R2 and R3 may be independently selected from H, OH and OMe; wherein X is C1 or C2 and wherein for C2 each carbon is linked by a single or multiple bond (preferably a double bond) and is substituted with one or more H or OH, for use as a medicament for treating or preventing the development of medical conditions characterised by inappropriate platelet aggregation. The compositions of the invention may be used to maintain heart health by reducing platelet aggregation; benefit the circulation; and/or normalize or otherwise benefit blood flow.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2014
    Publication date: April 16, 2015
    Applicant: PROVEXIS NATURAL PRODUCTS LIMITED
    Inventor: Niamh O'Kennedy
  • Patent number: 9000031
    Abstract: The present specification provides compositions comprising a thioxanthone-based autophagy inhibitor and/or a cancer therapeutic autophagy inducing compound, pharmaceutical kits comprising these compositions, and methods of treating cancer using such compounds, compositions and kits. Additionally, the present specification provides methods of treating cancer using a thioxanthone-based autophagy inhibitor and a radiotherapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2013
    Date of Patent: April 7, 2015
    Assignee: Spectrum Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Steffan Nawrocki, Jennifer Carew, Guru Reddy
  • Patent number: 8993749
    Abstract: A process for producing an eriocitrin-containing material comprises the steps of: preparing an eriocitrin-containing citrus extract from a citrus fruit using an extractant; and separating eriocitrin from the citrus extract. The step of separating eriocitrin from the citrus extract comprises the steps of: bringing the citrus extract into contact with a porous synthetic adsorption resin such that eriocitrin in the citrus extract is adsorbed on the porous synthetic adsorption resin, the porous synthetic adsorption resin comprising a phenol-formaldehyde resin as a main framework and having amino and phenolic hydroxyl groups; and eluting the eriocitrin adsorbed on the porous synthetic adsorption resin using an elution solvent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Assignee: Pokka Corporation
    Inventors: Masanori Hiramitsu, Toshikazu Omori, Kenji Yamaguchi, Hiroaki Bessho
  • Patent number: 8993031
    Abstract: A method of making a gel-type livestock feed includes initially forming a feed mixture by mixing feed nutrient components, water, alginate, and a calcium component insoluble in water or a sequestrate to inhibit the calcium component from reacting with the alginate. Once the feed mixture is formed, the calcium component is solubilized or the sequestrates affecting the reactivity between the alginate and the calcium component is removed such that a gel feed is formed that includes a gel matrix containing the feed nutrient components. The gel feed may then be fed to the livestock. In another aspect of the present invention, piglets are weaned by feeding the gel feed for at least seven days directly after weaning. The gel feed may also include protein derived from blood with or without egg protein.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2014
    Date of Patent: March 31, 2015
    Assignee: Purina Mills, LLC
    Inventors: Kent J. Lanter, Brenda de Rodas, Bill L. Miller, Gary E. Fitzner
  • Publication number: 20150087607
    Abstract: Provided herein are compositions comprising oligomeric compounds. In certain embodiments, the oligomeric compounds are useful as miRNA mimics. The oligomeric compounds may mimic the activity of miR-34. Also provided herein are methods for the treatment of cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 25, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Eric G. Marcusson, Balkrishen Bhat, Peter Linsley, Akin Akinc
  • Publication number: 20150086655
    Abstract: Embodiments of the invention relate to fortified food and dietary supplement products which may be administered to produce desirable physiological improvement. In particular, embodiments of the invention relates to the administration of products enhanced with plant products and iridoids. A study was performed to evaluate the iridoid content, as well as the in vitro and in vivo bioactivities, of a beverage containing noni fruit, Cornelian cherries, and olive leaf extract. The major iridoids present were identified as asperulosidic acid, deacetylasperulosidic acid, oleuropein, morroniside, loganic acid, and loganin In the 2,2-Diphenylpicrylhydrazyl (DPPH) radical scavenging assay, remarkably high in vitro antioxidant activity was observed, with an IC50 of 3.8 ?L/mL. In vivo bioactivities were evaluated in type 2 diabetic Sprague Dawley rats.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 20, 2013
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Brett Justin West, Claude Jarakae Jensen, Afa Kehaati Palu, Shixin Deng, Jeffery A. Wasden
  • Publication number: 20150087886
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel cancer treatment compositions and associated therapeutic methods. More particularly, this invention relates in part to small chemical bifunctional inhibitors of DNA replication and repair proteins Metnase and/or Intnase (also termed Gypsy Integrase, Gypsy Integrease-1, Gypsy Retransposon Integrase 1, or GIN-1) that simultaneously damage DNA, and to a therapeutic method that utilizes the inhibitors to increase the effectiveness of cancer treatment protocols, including radiation therapy. In preferred embodiments, compounds, compositions and methods of treatment of the invention are used to treat a patient suffering from leukemia (e.g. acute myeloid leukemia (AML) and related cancers.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 9, 2014
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Robert Hromas, Andrei Leitao, Tudor I. Oprea, Larry A. Sklar, Elizabeth A. Williamson, Justin Wray, Wei Wang
  • Patent number: 8987217
    Abstract: Methods of treating a fungal infection in a subject, the method comprising administering to the subject a modified saponin.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 11, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignees: The General Hospital Corporation, The Broad Institute, Inc., Massachusetts Institute of Technology
    Inventors: Eleftherios Mylonakis, Edward Holson, Frederick M. Ausubel
  • Patent number: 8980847
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the therapeutic or ameliorating effects of anthocyanin extracted from black soybean on varicocele or male infertility. In particular, the present invention relates to a method for treating or ameliorating varicocele or male infertility using anthocyanin extracted from black soybean.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: Catholic University Industry-Academic Cooperation Foundation
    Inventors: Sae-Woong Kim, Myung-Hoon Chun, In-Beom Kim, U-Syn Ha, Su-Jin Kim, Hoon Jang
  • Patent number: 8980848
    Abstract: This invention relates to bis-flavonoid compounds, their synthesis and use for inhibiting multidrug resistance in chemotherapy and protozoan infection, wherein the bis-flavonoids compounds have the formula:
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 3, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
    Inventors: Tak-Hang Chan, Larry Ming-Cheung Chow, Kin-Fai Chan, Iris Lai King Wong
  • Publication number: 20150072945
    Abstract: Methods are provided for using methotrexate (MTX) active agents in which reduced host toxicity is observed. Aspects of the methods include administering to a subject an effective amount of an MTX active agent in conjunction with a MTX toxicity-reducing adjuvant, such as a 2,2?-anhydropyrimidine, a derivative thereof or a uridine phosphorylase inhibitor. Also provided are compositions and kits that find use in practicing embodiments of the invention. The methods and compositions find use in a variety of applications, including the treatment of a variety of different disease conditions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2014
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Inventors: William A. Garland, Brian D. Frenzel, Travis Karg
  • Patent number: 8975236
    Abstract: There is disclosed a dietary supplement composition of alkaloids and flavonoids extracted from citrus fruits that exhibits lipolytic and thermogenic activity and increases RMR, while at the same time exhibiting no negative side effects such as increase in blood pressure or heart rate. The composition essentially comprises two components: (A) the protoalkaloids synephrine, tyramine, N-methyltyramine, hordenine and octopamine; and (B) at least one of hesperidin, naringin and mixtures thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 10, 2015
    Inventors: Sidney J. Stohs, Howard Miller
  • Publication number: 20150065441
    Abstract: The pharmaceutical composition of the present invention, which comprises spinosin or a spinosin-containing herbal extract, is a composition for preventing and treating cognitive function disorders, and can effectively improve memory and learning ability, and effectively treat and prevent cognitive function disorders such as dementia and amnesia.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 30, 2012
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventors: Jong Hoon Ryu, Hyung Eun Lee, Sam Sik Kang, Ju Sun Kim, So Young Lee, Do Hoon Kim, Dong Sup Kim, Seung Hee Kim
  • Publication number: 20150065431
    Abstract: The present invention provides methods of reducing cutaneous scar formation by treating a cutaneous wound with a composition comprising a therapeutic agent that is a sodium channel blocker and/or an inhibitor of the Nax/SCN7A pathway. The present invention also provides wound cover components impregnated with such compositions, kits composed of such compositions with a wound dressing or sterile wipe, and mixtures of such compositions with a topical component (e.g., cream, ointment, or gel) suitable for application to a cutaneous wound. The present invention also provides compositions, kits, devices, and methods for treating skin conditions (e.g., dermatitis, psoriasis, or other skin conditions) with such compositions and devices. Examples of such therapeutic agents include, but are not limited to, an inhibitor of a gene or protein selected from: ENac, COX-2, PGE2, PI3K, PKB, Nax Prss8, IL-1?, IL-8, SAPK, Erk gene, p38 gene, PAR2, S100A8, S100A9, S100A12.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 27, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventors: Wei Xu, Seok Jong Hong, Robert D. Galiano, Thomas A. Mustoe
  • Publication number: 20150064287
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for treating abnormal polyglutamine-mediated diseases comprising: administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising one or more selected from the group consisting of a Gardenia jasminoides extract, geniposide and crocin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 19, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventors: Guey-Jen LEE-CHEN, Chiung Mei CHEN
  • Patent number: 8969312
    Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treating tuberculotic diseases with no side effect/low side effect is provided by the present invention, which pharmaceutically effective amount of one or more compounds chosen from isoniazid, rifampin, pyrazinamide and ethambutol, and pharmaceutically effective amount of substances which can reduce the side effect of the antituberculosis agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 20, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 3, 2015
    Assignee: National Defense Education and Research Foundation
    Inventors: Oliver Yaopu Hu, Tonho Young, Chenghuei Hsiong, Wenliang Chang, Tungyuan Shih, Hsintien Ho
  • Patent number: 8962576
    Abstract: Compositions of natural antioxidants, especially those derived from Phyllanthus emblica and Withania somnifera, and combinations thereof, are provided. The compositions may be used for improvement of endothelial function and cardiovascular health, including treatment of diabetes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 26, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Natreon, Inc.
    Inventors: Shibnath Ghosal, Muruganandam Veeraragavan, Sanyasi R. Kalidindi
  • Patent number: 8962575
    Abstract: The use or methods of use of extracts comprising one or more special clerodane compounds against inflammatory (including allergic) diseases or conditions, as well as novel compounds of this type, said clerodane derivatives for use against inflammatory (including allergic) diseases or conditions, pharmaceutical formulations comprising them especially for use against inflammatory disease or conditions, and related embodiments; said extract and/or compound(s) for use in the treatment or in the preparation of a medicament (including a nutraceutical) for the prophylactic and/or therapeutic treatment of said disease or condition, as well as their preparation; pharmaceutical or nutraceutical formulations comprising said extract and/or natural compound(s) which are useful in said prophylactic and/or therapeutic treatment, and related embodiments.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Biotropics Malaysia Berhad
    Inventors: Matthias Gehling, Torsten Grothe, Ernst Roemer, Peter Reinemer, Kathrin Reinhardt, Annie George, Nur Hanisah Mohtar, Noorsyarida Mohd Sapiai
  • Publication number: 20150044308
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for treating urinary incontinence and/or enuresis, which comprises at least 0.5-20 wt % of a mixture of flavonoids, 2-20 wt % of condensed tannins or proantocyanidins and 0.3-60 wt % of gamma aminobutyric acid (GABA), with respect to the total composition. Said composition additionally comprises at least 0% of a Humulus lupulus extract. The present invention also relates to the use of said composition for preparing a medicine for treating incontinence and/or enuresis, in particular enuresis in children, as well as in adults or the elderly who have urine leaks such as incontinence due to stress or urgency.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 22, 2013
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Inventor: Juan Carlos Llobregat Agusti