Abstract: The invention includes compositions for transmucosal administration to an animal comprising at least one active agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. A preferred active agent is selected from the group consisting of meloxicam, carprofen, enrofloxacin, clemastine, diphenhydramine, digoxin, levothyroxine, cyclosporine, ondansetron, lysine, zolpidem, propofol, nitenpyram, ivermectin, milbemycin, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and esters thereof. In another embodiment, the invention includes methods of treating or preventing a condition in an animal comprising transmucosally administering a composition comprising a therapeutically or prophylactically effective amount of an active agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: This invention relates to antihelminthic pharmaceutical combinations comprising iodinated aromatic compounds, such as disophenol or nitroxynil, with other pharmaceutical active ingredients targeting the treatment of animals. More specifically, this invention concerns pharmaceutical compositions comprising disophenol or nitroxynil with at least one other pharmaceutical antihelminthic active ingredient, selected from among benzimidazoles, thiabendazole, levamisole or tetramisole salts, avermectins or milbemycins and, even more preferably, levamisole salts selected from between levamisole chloride or phosphate. This invention also relates to medications and a method for treating animals comprising such antihelminthic medications.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel insecticidal active compound combinations comprising, firstly, cyclic ketoenols or other acaricidally active compounds and, secondly, further insecticidally active compounds from the group of the anthranilamides, which combinations are highly suitable for controlling animal pests, such as insects and unwanted acarids.

Abstract: The present invention provides: a composition for controlling pests comprising, as active ingredients, ethaboxam and avermectin; a method for controlling pests which comprises applying effective amounts of ethaboxam and avermectin to a pest, a plant or soil for growing plant; and so on.

Abstract: A composition comprising fenamidone (a) and an insecticide compound (b) in a (a)/(b) weight ratio of from 1/1000 to 1000/1. A composition further comprising an additional fungicidal compound. A method for preventively or curatively combating the pests and diseases of crops by using this composition.

Abstract: Dermatological conditions/afflictions such as rosacea, common acne, seborrheic dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, acneform rashes, transient acantholytic dermatosis, and acne necrotica miliaris, most notably rosacea, are treated by topically applying onto the affected skin area of an individual in need of such treatment, a topical pharmaceutical composition which comprises a thus effective amount of ivermectin.

Abstract: A method of treatment and a package that is designed to accomplish this. The package provides the pet owner with a pack containing individual doses of topically applied medications pre-packaged with an oral taste treat. The topically applied medication contains at least one pharmaceutically active ingredient selected from the group of chemical families comprising phenylpyrazoles, macrocyclic lactones, neonicotinoids, synthetic pyrethroids, insect growth regulators, amidines, semicarbazones, spinosyns, octadepsipeptides, and pyrazinoisoquinolines, or any combination thereof. The treat can be administered either before the topically applied treatment is given so as to relax and distract the pet, or after the treatment is given so as to reward the pet and help it forget the stress of treatment. The treat can also be shaped to signify the type of animal to be treated.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for the prevention/treatment of bark beetle and/or wood borer infestation of trees comprising treatment of the tree with a composition comprising a macroyclic lactone.

Abstract: The present invention relates to anthelmintic compositions comprising two or more anthelmintic active agents selected from one or more of the following groups; imidazothiazoles such as levamisole, benzimidazoles such as oxfendazole, or fenbendazole, macrocylic lactones such as ivermectin or avermectin, salicylanilides, and praziquantel. The composition being in the form of stable granules that are readily dispersible in water so as to provide a homogenous mixture of the anthelmintic agents suitable for administration. Methods of preparing the composition are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I): Wherein A1, A2, A3, A4, G1, L, Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4, R1, R2, R3 and R4 are as defined in claim 1; or a salt or N-oxide thereof. Furthermore, the present invention relates to intermediates for preparing compounds of formula (I), to compositions comprising them and to methods of using them to combat and control insect, acarine, nematode and mollusc pests.

Abstract: The invention recites spirocyclic isoxazoline derivatives of Formula (V.1), Formula (V.2), Formula (V.1.1), and Formula (1) stereoisomers thereof, veterinarily acceptable salts thereof, compositions thereof, processes for making, and their use as a parasiticide in an animal. The variables A, V, Z, W1, W2, W3, W, Y, X, R1a, R1b, R1c, R2, R3, R4, n, and “” are as described herein.

Abstract: What is described are a compound of the formula wherein n is 0 or 1; A-B is —CH?CH— or —CH2—CH2—; R1 is C1-C12-alkyl, C3-C8-cycloalkyl or C2-C12-alkenyl; R2 is for example C1-C12-alkyl, C2-C12-alkenyl or C2-C12-alkinyl; which are optionally substituted with one to five substituents selected from the group consisting of OH, halogen, CN, —N3, —NO2, C3-C8-Cycloalkyl, norbornylenyl-, C3-C8-Cycloalkenyl; C3-C8-halocycloalkyl, C1-C12-alkoxy, C1-C6-alkoxy-C1-C6-alkoxy, C3-C8-cycloalkoxy, C1-C12-haloalkoxy, C1-C12-alkylthio, C3-C8-cycloalkylthio, C1-C12-haloalkylthio, C1-C12-alkylsulfinyl, C3-C8-cycloalkylsulfinyl, C1-C12-haloalkylsulfinyl, C3-C8-halocycloalkylsulfinyl, C1-C12-alkylsulfonyl, C3-C8-cycloalkylsulfonyl, C1-C12-haloalkylsulfonyl, C3-C8-halocycloalkylsulfonyl, —NR4R6, —X—C(?Y)—R4, —X—C(?Y)—Z—R4, —P(?O)(OC1-C6-alkyl)2, aryl, heterocyclyl, aryloxy, arylthio and heterocyclyloxy; R3 is for example H, C1-C12-alkyl or C1-C12-alkyl which is optionally substituted and, where applicable, to E/Z isomers, mixtu

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a method of treating a hematological malignancy comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a synergistic combination of a first compound comprising an effective amount of one or more Avermectins and a second compound comprising a chemotherapeutic, preferably daunorubicin, cyarabine, doxorubicin, idarubicin mitoxantrone, amsacrine, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A pesticidal composition comprising a pesticide, an ammonium salt, and a nonionic surfactant, is provided.

Abstract: Microencapsulated formulations of macrolide lactones (abamectin, milbemectin, milbemycins emamectin, avermectins, ivermectins) wherein the active ingredient is protected from UV-degradation, with exceptional release characteristics resembling those of an emulsion concentrate or, if desired, of long-lasting effect; further with appropriate rheological properties, and with reduced toxicity. The invention provides a unique microencapsulation process for the chemical stability and biological activity of mectins, e.g. abamectin, and provides microcapsules of mectins to be used in formulations CS, WG/CS, ZC, EC/CS and any formulation type containing microcapsules and combination with other biologically active ingredients.

Abstract: Described are methods for making macrolides, and, in particular, a method for making optionally substituted 20,23-dipiperidinyl-5-O-mycaminosyl-tylonolide and derivatives thereof, as well as uses of macrolides to make medicaments, methods of treatment using macrolides, and methods for making intermediates that, inter alia, may be used to make macrolides. Also described are solvated and non-solvated crystalline forms of 20,23-dipiperidinyl-5-O-mycaminosyl-tylonolide, as well as methods for making such crystalline forms, medicaments comprising (or derived from) such crystalline forms, methods for making medicaments comprising (or derived from) such crystalline forms, methods of treatment using such crystalline forms, and kits comprising such crystalline forms.

Abstract: A homogenous, clear, veterinary gel composition which has a broad spectrum of efficacy against endoparasites over a prolonged period of time and which allows for higher concentrations of a mixture of parasiticidal agents in a single application. This composition is useful for treating and controlling endoparasiticidal infection and infestation in a homeothermic animal.

Abstract: An aqueous micellar formulation for localised topical application to an animal for the concurrent control of internal and external parasites in and on the animal, the formulation comprising a water-miscible co-solvent, a fatty alcohol alkoxylate, a macrocyclic lactone and water. Also described is a method for the concurrent control of internal and external parasites in and on an animal, the method comprising administering to the animal by localised topical application an aqueous micellar formulation comprising a macrocyclic lactone.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method for making macrolides, and, in particular, a method for making optionally substituted 20,23-dipiperidinyl-5-O-mycaminosyl-tylonolide and derivatives thereof, as well as uses of macrolides to make medicaments, methods of treatment using macrolides, and methods for making intermediates that, inter alia, may be used to make macrolides. This invention also relates to solvated and non-solvated crystalline forms of 20,23-dipiperidinyl-5-O-mycaminosyl-tylonolide, as well as methods for making such crystalline forms, medicaments comprising (or derived from) such crystalline forms, methods for making medicaments comprising (or derived from) such crystalline forms, methods of treatment using such crystalline forms, and kits comprising such crystalline forms.

Abstract: This invention provides a composition comprising a biologically effective amount of a compound of Formula 1, an N-oxide or an agriculturally suitable salt thereof wherein R1, R2, R3, R4a, R4b and R5 are as defined in the disclosure, and an effective amount of at least one fungicide.

Abstract: Disclosed is an insecticidal suspension concentrate composition comprising by weight based on the total weight of the composition: (a) from about 0.3 to about 30% of 3-bromo-1-(3-chloro-2-pyridinyl)-N-[4-cyano-2-methyl-6-[(methylamino)carbonyl]phenyl]-1H-pyrazole-5-carboxamide; (b) from about 5 to about 70% of a nonionic ethylene oxide-propylene oxide block copolymer component having a water solubility of at least about 5% by weight at 20° C., a hydrophilic-lipophilic balance value ranging from about 5 to about 18 and an average molecular weight ranging from about 900 to about 20000 daltons; and (c) from about 20 to about 95% of water. Also disclosed is a method for controlling an insect pest comprising diluting said suspension concentrate composition with water to form a diluted composition, and contacting the insect pest or its environment with an insecticidally effective amount of said diluted composition.

Abstract: A palatable, edible soft chewable medication vehicle for delivery of a pharmaceutically acceptable active ingredient, such as a drug, to an animal or human subject. The edible soft chews contain only food grade or better inactive ingredients, and preferably do not contain ingredients of animal origin. Processes for manufacturing the edible soft chews do not require the use of heat or the addition of water during mixing of active and inactive ingredients, provide stable concentrations of the active ingredient, and produce chews of consistent weight and texture.

Abstract: Described are methods for making macrolides, and, in particular, a method for making optionally substituted 20,23-dipiperidinyl-5-O-mycaminosyl-tylonolide and derivatives thereof, as well as uses of macrolides to make medicaments, methods of treatment using macrolides, and methods for making intermediates that, among other uses, may be used to make macrolides. Also described are solvated and non-solvated crystalline forms of 20,23-dipiperidinyl-5-O-mycaminosyl-tylonolide, as well as methods for making such crystalline forms, medicaments comprising (or derived from) such crystalline forms, methods for making medicaments comprising (or derived from) such crystalline forms, methods of treatment using such crystalline forms, and kits comprising such crystalline forms.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of a composition intended for the oral administration of active principles with unacceptable taste, which comprises from about 15% to about 30% of organoleptically unpleasant active ingredient (principle) that is mixed with from about 60% to about 80% of an ester of glycerol or of a fatty acid, to which a wax is optionally added and to which a surfactant is added, and in that it is prepared by a spray-cooling process which can produce a particle size of less than 350 ?m.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein X is O or S; Y is O or S; Z is a direct bond, O, S(O)n, NR6, C(R7)2O, OC(R7)2, C(?X1), C(?X1)E, EC(?X1), C(?NOR8) or C(?NN(R6)2); a is 0, 1, 2 or 3; and R1, R2, R3, R4, R5a, R5b, R6, R7, R8, X1 and E are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling an invertebrate pest comprising contacting the invertebrate pest or its environment with a biologically effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, N-oxides and salts thereof, wherein X is O or S; Y is O or S; Z is a direct bond, O, S(O)n, NR6, C(R7)2O, OC(R7)2, EC(?X1); a is 1, 2 or 3; and R1, R2, R3, R4, R5a, R5b, R6, R7, X1 and E are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling an invertebrate pest comprising contacting the invertebrate pest or its environment with a biologically effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The invention provides a method to improve the efficacy of an antibiotic to inhibit the growth of Acinetobacter, said method comprising using said antibiotic together with an alginate oligomer. The Acinetobacter may be on an animate or inanimate surface and both medical and non-medical uses and methods are provided. In one aspect the invention provides an alginate oligomer for use together with at least one antibiotic in treating a subject infected, suspected to be infected, or at risk of infection, with Acinetobacter. In another aspect the method can be used to combat Acinetobacter contamination of a site e.g., for disinfection and cleaning purposes.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein Z is O or S; and R1, R2, R3, Q and n are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling a parasitic nematode comprising contacting the parasitic nematode or its environment with a biologically effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions comprising (a) at least one compound selected from compounds of Formula 1, N-oxides, and salt thereof, wherein R1 is phenyl optionally substituted with up to 5 substituents independently selected from R3, or pyridinyl optionally substituted with up to 4 substituents independently selected from R3; R2 is C1-C4 haloalkyl; or thiazolyl, pyridinyl or pyrimidinyl, each optionally substituted with up to 2 substituents independently selected from the group consisting of halogen and C1-C4 alkyl; each R3 is independently halogen, cyano, C1-C4 alkyl, C1-C4 haloalkyl, C1-C4 alkoxy, C1-C4 haloalkoxy, C(R4)?NOR4 or Q; each R4 is independently C1-C4 alkyl; Z is CH?CH or S; and each Q is independently phenyl or pyridinyl, each optionally substituted with up to 3 substituents independently selected from the group consisting of halogen, cyano, C1-C4 alkyl, C1-C4 haloalkyl, C1-C4 alkoxy and C1-C4 haloalkoxy; and (b) at least one invertebrate pest control agent.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a method for treating cystic fibrosis. The method comprises the steps of: identifying a patient suffering from cystic fibrosis, and administering to the patient an effective amount of denufosol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and an effective amount of a macrolide. In one method, denufosol and the macrolide are administered by inhalation, preferably in a single formulation. In another method, denufosol is administered by inhalation and the macrolide is administered orally. The present invention is also directed to a pharmaceutical formulation comprising denufosol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a macrolide, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Preferred denufosol is denufosol tetrasodium and preferred macrolide is azithromycin. The pharmaceutical formulation preferably is in a form of an inhalable dry powder or in a liquid form.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical/dermatological compositions containing at least one avermectin compound, e.g., ivermectin and metronidazole or salt, ester or derivative thereof, are useful for treating afflictions of the skin, especially rosacea.

Abstract: The invention provides an azithromycin-containing aqueous pharmaceutical composition, which comprises at least one member selected from the group consisting of azithromycin, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and at least one member selected from the group consisting of monoethanolamine, diethanolamine, triethanolamine, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and which does not comprise boric acid or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and a method for the preparation of the composition, wherein an azithromycin-containing liquid is maintained at pH of 4.0 or higher throughout the method for the preparation. The composition has good heat and storage stability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to active compound combinations consisting, firstly, of a known halogen-substituted derivative (component A) and, secondly, of further known pesticidally active compounds (component B), which active compound combinations are suitable for controlling animal and microbial pests.

Abstract: Novel formulations containing a fluorinated chloramphenicol or thiamphenicol derivative antibiotic such as florfenicol, and methods for using such formulations in the treatment and prevention of infectious diseases of bovines and swine, including bovine respiratory disease.

Abstract: This invention recites naphthyl isoxazoline oxime derivatives of Formula (1) geometric isomers, stereoisomers thereof, pharmaceutically or veterinarily acceptable salts thereof, compositions thereof, and their use as a parasiticide in animals. The variables, R1a, R1b, R1c, R2, R3, and are as described herein.

Abstract: Dermatological conditions/afflictions such as rosacea, common acne, seborrheic dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, acneform rashes, transient acantholytic dermatosis, and acne necrotica miliaris, most notably rosacea, are treated by topically applying onto the affected skin area of an individual in need of such treatment, a topical pharmaceutical composition which comprises a thus effective amount of ivermectin.

Abstract: A composition comprising a pesticide (A) selected from avermectin and a photo-protecting agent, wherein the mean diameter of the pesticide (A) particles is from 0.1 to 100 ?m and where the amount of photo-protecting agent in the composition does not exceed 20% of the total weight of the pesticide (A) particles plus the agent, and its use in agriculture. The avermectin particles are preferably coated with the photo-protecting agent.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel formulations for the treatment of otic infections in an animal comprising a triazole anti-fungal compound, a quinolone antibiotic and a corticosteroid such as mometasone furoate monohydrate.

Abstract: Disclosed is a drug delivery system from which a macrocyclic lactone can be released with a desirable zero order release profile. The system is based on the use of thermoplastic polymers, and particularly of polyethylene vinyl acetate copolymers (EVA). The drug delivery system of the invention comprises a solid non-porous reservoir in which the macrocyclic lactone is contained, preferably in a concentration well above the saturation concentration, and a non-porous skin covering the reservoir not initially loaded with the drug. The system is preferably in the form of a rod, wherein the core and the skin are concentric, and the end surfaces of the rod are not skin-covered.

Abstract: Administration of at least one compound of the family of the avermectins or of the family of the milbemycins, notably ivermectin, is useful for the treatment of ophthalmic pathologies, including ocular rosacea.

Abstract: A combination of compounds for treating skin diseases and particularly rosacea and ocular rosacea is described. The combination of a compound of the avermectin family or of the mylbemycin family with a compound of the family of the alpha-1 or alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonists is also described. In addition, a product in the form of a kit including: (a) a first composition containing a compound of the avermectin family or of the mylbemycin family, and (b) a second composition different from the first one and containing a compound of the family of the alpha-1 or alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonists, as a combination product to be used as a drug for treating and/or preventing skin diseases and particularly rosacea and ocular rosacea, wherein said first and second compositions can be applied simultaneously, separately or with a time delay is described.

Abstract: This invention recites isoxazoline substituted azetidine derivatives of Formula (1) stereoisomers thereof, veterinarily acceptable salts thereof, compositions thereof, and their use as a parasiticide in mammals and birds. R1a, R1b, R1c, R2, R3, R4, R6, and n are as described herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pesticide composition intended for protecting plants, crops or seeds against fungal diseases or insect damages, and the corresponding methods of protection by application of the said composition. More precisely, the subject of the present invention is a pesticide composition based on a tetrazolyloxime derivative and a fungicide or an insecticide active substance or compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to synergistic mixtures comprising, as active components, insecticidal or nematicidal compound I selected from the group consisting of macrolide compounds, a carboxamide and a further insecticidal compound III selected from the group consisting of nicotinic receptor agonists/antagonists compounds or from fipronil or ethiprole in synergistic effective amounts.

Abstract: A novel compound that has antimicrobial activity against penicillin-resistant Streptococcus pneumoniae, and an anti-penicillin resistant pneumococci agent that includes the compound as an active ingredient are provided. Thus, an anti-penicillin resistant pneumococci agent is provided that includes as an active ingredient a compound represented by the following formula (I) or a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof, or hydrates thereof: wherein, in the formula (I), R represents any one of a halogen atom, an azido group, Ra-Wa-, Rb-Wb-, Rc-Wc-, and RdRd?N—.

Abstract: A method of promoting or improving the feed efficiency and the muscle-to-fat ratio in animals by administering to the animals a therapeutically effective amount of a mixture of RR-ractopamine and SR-ractopamine is disclosed. Manufacturing methods for making RR/SR-ractopamine are presented.

Abstract: This invention relates to pharmaceutical and veterinary formulations providing enhanced solvency and stability for pharmaceutical and veterinary agents for administration to animals, especially ruminants. In addition, the invention relates to pour-on formulations for combating parasites in animals, such as cattle and sheep. In some embodiments, this invention provides glycol-ether-based pour-on formulations comprising a composition comprising a flukicide, such as, for example, clorsulon (4-amino-6-trichloroethenyl-1,3-benzene disulfonamide) and/or a macrolide anthelmintic or antiparasitic agent. In other embodiments, the invention provides pour-on formulations comprising at least one active agent, a glycol ether, and a stability enhancer. This invention also provides for methods for eradicating, controlling, and/or preventing parasite infestation in animals, such as cattle and sheep.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of azapeptide or azapeptidomimetic type of formula (I): in which R1, R2, R3, X1, X2, X3, X4 and Y are as defined in claim 1, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to such compounds as adjuvant for an anticancer or anti-infectious medicament.

Abstract: A medical device that includes at least one antibiotic in a macromolecular substance that swells upon contact with a solvent. Also, a method for preparing an antibiotic-containing medical device that involves contacting a medical device having at least a portion of the surface formed from a swellable macromolecular substance, with a solvent that swells the macromolecular substance, contacting the swollen macromolecular substance with at least one antibiotic, and removing the solvent from the swollen macromolecular substance.

Abstract: Dermatological conditions/afflictions such as rosacea, common acne, seborrheic dermatitis, perioral dermatitis, acneform rashes, transient acantholytic dermatosis, and acne necrotica miliaris, most notably rosacea, are treated by topically applying onto the affected skin area of an individual in need of such treatment, a topical pharmaceutical composition which comprises a thus effective amount of ivermectin.