Abstract: Use of a Peumus Boldus extract obtained by in vitro culture, with antibotricide, allelochemical and antioxidant capacity.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions in unit dose form comprising a hollow substrate and one or more coatings on the hollow substrate, wherein at least one coating comprises at least one active pharmaceutical ingredient, and methods of making the same are provided.

Abstract: Provided are methods of delivering at least one pharmaceutical agent to the central nervous system (CNS) of a subject, methods of treating a neurological disorder or pain in a subject that include administering at least one pharmaceutical agent onto a SEM graft in the skull base of the subject. Also provided are methods of treating a neurological disorder or pain in a subject that include forming a SEM graft in the skull base of the subject and administering at least one pharmaceutical agent onto the SEM graft in the skull base of the subject. Also provided are methods of forming a SEM graft in the skull base of a subject, compositions for administration onto a SEM graft in the skull base or into an endonasal reservoir or endonasal reservoir device in a subject, and devices for administering such compositions onto a SEM graft in the skull base of a subject.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a compound represented by Structural Formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The variables for Structural Formula I are defined herein. Also described is a pharmaceutical composition comprising the compound of Structural Formula I and its therapeutic use.

Abstract: N-Substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds, and pharmaceutical formulations of N-substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds are described. Also described are processes for preparing N-substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds. Also described are methods for treating cancer in mammals using the described N-substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds or pharmaceutical formulations thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for obtaining compounds derived from tetrahydro-?-carboline, specifically tadalafil and intermediate products from the synthesis, comprising the reaction between piperonal and an alkyl ester of D-tryptophan as a salt, and in the absence of any other component, followed by haloacetylation and a final cyclization with methylamine.

Abstract: The invention features somatostatin-dopamine chimeric analogs and methods relating to their therapeutic use for the treatment of neoplasia, acromegaly, and other conditions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of inhibiting, suppressing or preventing levodopa-induced dyskinesia in a patient suffering from Parkinson's Disease, comprising the step of administering to the patient a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one compound of the invention. The present invention further provides a method of inhibiting, suppressing or preventing Parkinson's Disease in a patient, comprising the step of administering to the patient a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one compound of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and methods for the treatment of post-chemotherapeutic hypotrichosis. More specifically, the present invention is directed to the use of compositions comprising bimatoprost for the treatment of post-chemotherapeutic hypotrichosis which may be applied before, during and after receiving chemotherapeutic treatment.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of alpha-adrenoceptor mediated conditions.

Abstract: The present invention provides a kit comprising, in separate compartments of a container, the following components (a) and (b): (a) a combination of apomorphine or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient or carrier; and (b) a solution which comprises a diluent and a pH modifying agent; the components being presented such that they can be combined at the point of use into a formulation which is adjusted to a pH ranging from mildly acidic to alkaline and which is suitable for buccal administration. The formulation is useful in treating Parkinson's disease and in promoting sexual function.

Abstract: Orally disintegrating film dosage forms for delivering active pharmaceutical agents, methods of formulating the dosage forms to retard absorption through the oral mucosa, and methods of using the dosage forms for the treatment of various medical conditions are provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula I: formula (I) wherein X1-X4 and R1-R12 have any of the values defined in the specification, as well as salts and prodrugs thereof, which inhibit major molecular mechanisms associated with bacterial cell division and proliferation so as to be useful for the treatment and/or prevention of bacterial infections. The invention also provides compositions comprising these compounds as well as methods for using these compounds to inhibit bacterial cell division and proliferation and to treat bacterial infections.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition contains apomorphine as the active pharmaceutical ingredient, a water-miscible co-solvent, an antioxidant, and water. The solution has a pH greater than 4. The pharmaceutical composition is suitable for parenteral administration for the treatment of Parkinson's disease. The process for the manufacture of the pharmaceutical composition includes weighing the apomorphine and introducing it into a container with the co-solvent and the antioxidant under agitation until complete dissolution takes place.

Abstract: The present technology relates to compounds of Formulas (V) and methods of making and using such compounds. Methods of use include prevention and treatment of hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hypertriglyceridemia, hepatic steatosis, and metabolic syndrome. Compounds disclosed herein also lower total cholesterol, LDL-cholesterol, and triglycerides and increase hepatic LDL receptor expression, inhibit PCSK9 expression, and activate AMP-activated protein kinase.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds having formula (I): wherein R1, R2, R3 and n are as described generally and in classes and subclasses herein, and additionally provides pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods for the use thereof in the treatment of inflammatory or autoimmune and proliferative disorders and as inhibitors of cell adhesion molecule expression and inflammatory cytokine signal transduction generally.

Abstract: Manzamine compounds have been discovered to decrease cell dissociation and cell migration associated with the metastatic potential of cancer cells and a restoration of cancer cell susceptibility to agents, such as TRAIL, which can induce apoptosis. Specifically, Manzamine A has a formerly unrecognized utility in both blocking tumor cell invasion and tumor metastasis as well in restoring cancer cell susceptibility to standard chemotherapeutic agents which induce apoptosis and, therefore, has utility in treating cancer.

Abstract: The invention described herein pertains to substituted azaindenoisoquinoline compounds, in particular 7-, 8-, 9-, and 10-azaindenoisoquinoline compounds, which are inhibitors of topoisomerase I, processes and intermediates for their syntheses, pharmaceutical compositions of the compounds, and methods of using them in the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel hexahydrodibenzo[a,g]quinoline compound represented by general formula (I) and its derivatives, enantiomer, diastereoisomer, raceme and mixtures thereof, as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The present invention further relates to a method for preparing the compound, and the compound has good prevention and treatment effect on neurological diseases, especially diseases associated with dopamine receptor and 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor. The bioactivity experiment demonstrates that, the compound is expected to be developed into a novel and potent chemical entity for treating diseases associated with dopamine receptor and 5-hydroxytryptamine receptor, especially schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, drug addiction, migraine and so on.

Abstract: Indenoisoquinolinone derivatives (I), the manufacturing method and the medical use thereof, which belong to pharmaceutical chemistry and organic chemistry field, are disclosed. These compounds can be used for treating several medical symptoms related to postmenopausal syndrome, uterine fibers deterioration and aortic smooth muscle cells proliferation, especially ER-(+) depend breast cancer. Meanwhile, these compounds can also be used for treating glioma and lung cancer, and have inhibiting effect on tumor metastasis effect on tumor metastasis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process of separation of 4-aza-androst-1-ene-17-oic acid from 4-aza-androstan-17-oic acid, which brings to 4-aza-androst-1-ene-17-oic containing less than 0.05% w/w of 4-aza-androstan-17-oic acid, with high yield and productivity. In particular, the present invention relates to a process for the separation of 4-aza-androstan-17-oic acid from 4-aza-androst-1-ene-17-oic acid, comprising the steps of treating the crude 4-aza-androst-1-ene-17-oic acid with formic acid and recovering the purified 4-aza-androst-1-ene-17-oic acid containing 4-aza-androstan-17-oic acid in w/w % less than 0.05%.

Abstract: A method for producing a patch including a support layer and an adhesive layer, comprising the step of forming the adhesive layer with use of an adhesive layer composition obtained by mixing an alkali metal diacetate, a drug, and a nonaqueous adhesive base such that the molar ratio between the drug and the alkali metal diacetate (the number of moles of the drug:the number of moles of the alkali metal diacetate) is from 1:0.5 to 1:15.

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions comprising a compound of Formula I, and salts, hydrates, and isomers thereof. Methods of promoting bone formation and/or bone growth, treating renal disease, and treating cancer in a subject in need thereof, by administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula I, are also provided. Medical devices comprising a compound of Formula I are also provided.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel gamma secretase inhibitors of the formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate, or ester thereof, wherein L1, n, X, Ar, Y, Z, Q, and Q1 are as defined herein. Also disclosed are methods for inhibiting gamma secretase, methods for treating Alzheimer's disease, methods of treating one or more neurodegenerative diseases, and methods of inhibiting the deposition of amyloid protein (e.g., amyloid beta protein) in, on or around neurological tissue (e.g., the brain) using the compounds of formula 1.0.

Abstract: MCH-1 receptor antagonists are disclosed having the general formula These compounds are used in the treatment of various disorders, including obesity, anxiety, depression, non-alcoholic fatty liver disease, and psychiatric disorders. Methods of making these compounds are also described in the present invention.

Abstract: The invention described herein pertains to the synthesis and use of certain N-substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds which inhibit the activity Tyrosyl-DNA Phosphodiesterase I (Tdp1) or Topoisomerase I (Top1) or both, or otherwise demonstrate anticancer activity. Also disclosed are novel N-substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the novel N-substituted indenoisoquinoline compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for modulating calcium channels. In particular, the present invention provides methods and compositions for modulating (e.g., disrupting) Cav1.3a calcium channels for research and therapeutic methods (e.g., treating dopaminergic diseases and conditions).

Abstract: This invention concerns methods of identifying treatments for treating various disorders and related computer products and systems. Also disclosed are methods for treating cellular proliferative disorders and use of compounds identified for such treatment.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are described for the treatment of very severe acne vulgaris, including nodulocystic acne and conglobate acne. Compounds which inhibit either or both type 1 and type 2 isoforms of steroid 5?-reductase are administered daily in either oral or topical formulations to patients suffering from severe forms of acne vulgaris. Very high dosages of such compounds can effectively be administered oral just once a week and be successful.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a biomarker for characterizing prostate cancer and method of using the same. More particularly, the invention relates to method of using a membrane-associated C family G protein-coupled receptor GPRC6A as biomarker of characterizing prostate cancer progression. The present invention also provides a kit for detecting prostate cancer in a subject.

Abstract: A method of treating a disease state or condition in humans via topical brainstem afferent stimulation therapy via the administration of a drug to the back of the neck of a human patient at the hairline in close proximity to and under or on the area of skin above the brain stem to provide regional neuro-affective therapy is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides tetrahydropyrvinium (THP), derivatives thereof, benzoxazole compounds, and derivatives thereof. The present invention provides a method of using tetrahydropyrvinium (THP), derivatives thereof, benzoxazole compounds, and derivatives thereof.

Abstract: The invention in one embodiment is directed to a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The invention is also directed to a composition comprising the compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, and methods of treating the indications listed herein.

Abstract: Methods for treating an inflammatory disorder and for inhibiting the production of IL-23 using 2,4-pyrimidinediamine compounds represented by formula (I):

Abstract: According to the invention there is provided a method of treating and/or preventing the symptoms of Parkinson's disease comprising delivering apomorphine, optionally in combination with levodopa and/or a dopamine agonist that is not apomorphine, wherein apomorphine is administered by inhalation.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for stimulating nitric oxide production in mammalian cells, the pharmaceutical composition including at least one compound selected from a group consisting of: 2,3-dihydroxypropyl oleate; bis(m-phenoxyphenyl) ether; 6-acetyl-5,6,6a,7-tetrahydro-4H-dibezo(de,g)quinoline; and (+)-N-(p-(2-methylbutoxy)benzylidene)-4-(2-methylbutyl)aniline.

Abstract: A method of reducing the production of glutamate from glutamine by glutaminase C in a cell or tissue. The method involves inhibiting activating phosphorylation of glutaminase C under conditions effective to reduce production of glutamate from glutamine. Methods for treating or preventing a condition mediated by the activating phosphorylation of glutaminase C, detecting a condition mediated by the activating phosphorylation of glutaminase C, and screening for compounds capable of treating or preventing cancer are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to new types of modulators of the cold menthol receptor TRPM8, to methods of modulating the TRPM8 receptor using these modulators; and in particular the use of the modulators for inducing a sensation of coldness; and also the articles and compositions produced using these modulators.

Abstract: Disclosed embodiments concern polycyclic alkaloid compounds and methods for their use and synthesis. Particular embodiments concern polycyclic alkaloids having a fused, six-membered ring, while other embodiments concern polycyclic alkaloids having a fused, five-membered ring. Methods for making the polycyclic alkaloids are disclosed, as well as methods for their use as prophylactics or treatments for certain diseases. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the polycyclic alkaloids and their use.

Abstract: Compounds of a certain formula I, in which R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 have the meanings indicated in the description, are effective compounds with anti-proliferative and/or apoptosis inducing activity.

Abstract: Systems and methods are described for treating un-met medical needs in migraine and related conditions such as cluster headache. Included are treatments that are both rapid onset and long acting, which include sustained release formulations, and combination products. Also included are treatments for multiple symptoms of migraine, especially headache and nausea and vomiting. Systems that are self contained, portable, prefilled, and simple to self administer at the onset of a migraine attack are disclosed, and preferably include a needle-free injector and a high viscosity formulation, to eliminate such issues as fear of self administration with needles, and needle stick and cross contamination.

Abstract: The invention features sublingual film formulations of dopamine agonists and methods of treating Parkinson's disease, tremors, restless leg syndrome, sexual dysfunction, and depressive disorders therewith.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods for inhibiting RNA binding proteins (e.g., MEX-3, MEX-5 and POS-1), as well as methods for treating and preventing disorders associated with parasitic infections and inflammatory disorders.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of reducing body weight in a subject in need thereof, by administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula I: In Formula I, R1 is H, C1-6 alkyl, or C1-6 alkyl-aryl. Each of R2 and R4 of Formula I are independently H, halogen, C1-6 alkyl, C1-6 haloalkyl, C2-6 alkenyl, C2-6 alkynyl, C1-6 haloalkoxy, —OR2a, —SR2a, —C(O)R2a, —C(O)OR2a, —C(O)NR2aR2b, —NR2aR2b, C1-6 alkyl-NR2aR2b, —N(R2a)C(O)R2b, —N(R2a)C(O)OR2b, —N(R2a)C(O)NR2aR2b, —OP(O)(OR2a)2, —S(O)2OR2a, —S(O)2NR2aR2b, —CN, —NO2, cycloalkyl, heterocycloalkyl, aryl or heteroaryl. Each of R2a and R2b of Formula I are independently H, C1-6 alkyl, C1-10 heteroalkyl or C1-6 alkyl-aryl. R3 of Formula I is absent, C1-6 alkyl or N-oxide. The compounds include the salts, hydrates and isomers thereof. The present invention also provides methods for the treatment of obesity and disorders related to obesity and higher than recommended percentage body fat, such as type II diabetes.

Abstract: The invention features 2-alkoxy-11-hydroxyaporphine derivatives that selectively bind D2high receptors. The compounds are useful for imaging D2high receptors and for the treatment of diseases, such as Parkinson's disease, sexual dysfunction, and depressive disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to tetrahydroprotoberberines of the formula (I) and the physiologically acceptable salts thereof. The invention also relates to the use of the compounds of the formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof for preparing a pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of a medical disorder susceptible to treatment with dopamine receptor ligand, such as schizophrenia.

Abstract: A method for reducing the frequency of urination is disclosed. The method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising one or more analgesic agents and one or more ?-blockers. In one embodiment, the one or more analgesic agents are formulated for extended-release.

Abstract: Methods and kits for aiding in detection, assessment and treatment of a proliferative disorder of the prostate gland in a subject are provided according to aspects of the present invention which include assaying a first biological sample comprising prostate gland cells obtained from the subject for expression of one or more biomarkers selected from the group consisting of: alcohol dehydrogenase 1B, alcohol dehydrogenase 1C, alcohol dehydrogenase 4 and hepatocyte nuclear factor 1B; and determining, based on the expression of the one or more biomarkers in the sample that the subject has, or is at risk of having, a proliferative disorder of the prostate gland.

Abstract: A group of novel dibenzo[f,h]isoquinoline derivatives as shown in the specification. Also disclosed are methods of using the compounds for treating a disease associated with NO overproduction, cancer, or viral infection.

Abstract: Methods of treating cancer by administering a DNA damaging agent and a CHK1 Inhibitor on a dosing regimen are provided.