Abstract: The methods disclosed herein relate to the treatment of skin infections in dogs, by-administering a therapeutically effective amount of norketotifen. Therapeutic antimicrobial activity of norketotifen against Malassezia sp. is described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ocular polymer delivery composition comprising at least one ophthalmologic agent dispersed in at least one biodegradable polymer, wherein the polymer comprises at least one of a poly (ester amide) (PEA) having a chemical formula described by structural formula (I).

Abstract: The invention includes compositions comprising selective AKR1C3 inhibitors. The invention also includes compositions comprising bifunctional AKR1C3 inhibitors and selective androgen receptor modulators. The invention further includes methods of treatment using the compositions of the invention.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of identifying subjects with osteoporosis or osteopenia, subjects at risk for developing osteoporosis, osteopenia, and bone fractures, methods of evaluating the effectiveness of osteoporosis treatments in subjects with osteoporosis or osteopenia, and methods of selecting therapies for treating osteoporosis or osteopenia, using biomarkers.

Abstract: The claimed subject matter is directed to certain thioxanthene derivatives and phenothiazine derivatives suitable for use as anti-infective agents, in particular, for the treatment of infectious diseases. The claimed subject matter furthermore relates to compositions including said anti-infective agents.

Abstract: This invention provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising combination of SARM compounds and antiresorptive agents such as SERM compounds, including, inter-alia, Raloxifene, and uses thereof for treating osteoporosis and associated diseases.

Abstract: Ophthalmic compositions and methods of preparing such compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, and R6 are as defined herein or a pharmaceutically suitable acid addition salt thereof. The present compounds are high potential NK-3 receptor antagonists useful for the treatment of depression, pain, psychosis, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, anxiety and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).

Abstract: A composition for modulating generation of pro-inflammatory cytokines comprises levocabastine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or ester thereof. Such composition is useful for treating or controlling diseases having an inflammatory component, such as ocular diseases that are caused by inflammation or have inflammatory sequelae.

Abstract: An ophthalmic composition comprising a polyaphron dispersion.

Abstract: Provided are 4?-O substituted isoindoline compounds, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, clathrates, stereoisomers, and prodrugs thereof. Methods of use, and pharmaceutical compositions of these compounds are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula I: and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein “A” is S—; —SO—, —SO2—, —O— or NRa-, and Ra, and R1 through R5 are defined herein. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical formulations comprising a compound of Formula I and methods of treating, managing, or ameliorating diseases amenable to treatment, management, or amelioration by inhibition of LRRK2 kinase activity, for example, Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: The claimed subject matter is directed to certain thioxanthene derivatives and phenothiazine derivatives suitable for use as anti-infective agents, in particular, for the treatment of infectious diseases. The claimed subject matter furthermore relates to compositions including said anti-infective agents.

Abstract: The present invention concerns novel (aza)benzhydryl ether derivatives which exhibit H4-receptor binding activity. The present invention also concerns their process of preparation and their therapeutical uses.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical formulation of compounds with low aqueous solubility and method of manufacture thereof. The formulation may include a pharmacologically active compound having low aqueous solubility and starch in the amount of greater than about 25 weight percent. A manufacturing method may include blending the active compound and starch, compressing the blend into a solid, comminuting the solid into granules, wetting the granules, drying the granules, and tabletting the dried granules to make a solid pharmaceutical formulation.

Abstract: Substituted sulfonamide compounds with bradykinin receptor (B1R) modulating activity; processes for the preparation thereof, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and methods of using such compounds to treat or inhibit pain and/or other disorders and/or disease states.

Abstract: Methods for facilitating joint immobilization or fusion using selective estrogen receptor modulator (SERM) such as raloxifene are disclosed. The SERM may be administered systemically or locally. In conjunction with SERM, other therapeutic agents such as calcium, vitamin D, bone morphogenetic protein may be administered simultaneously. The method can similarly be applied to facilitate bone repair, bone healing, and connective tissue healing processes in a patient.

Abstract: The methods disclosed herein relate to the treatment of dermal disorders, such as for example atopic dermatitis, in dogs, by administering a therapeutically effective amount of racemic norketotifen. Co-administrations with steroids or immunosuppressant drugs are described.

Abstract: The invention relates to acylamino-phthalic acid amides and related compounds of formula (I) wherein A is —CON—R3R4, —NR5COR6, —NHR7, —OR8, —SR9, —CH2NR10R11, —(CH2)2-R12, —CH?CH—R12, —C?C—R12, optionally substituted phenyl, optionally substituted thiophenyl, or optionally substituted 1,2,3-triazol-4-yl, W is hydrogen, hydroxy or carboxymethoxy, Y is carboxy, methoxycarbonyl or 2H-tetrazol-5-yl, and the various substituents R have the meanings indicated in the description. These compounds are useful for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of skeletal muscle atrophy, schizophrenia and Alzheimer's disease, and as cognitive enhancers.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for producing a thiabenzoazulene-propionic acid derivative which is useful as an active ingredient of an antihistaminic agent or the like. According to the producing process of the present invention, it is possible to produce a thiabenzoazulene-propionic acid derivative where the 2-position of the thiabenzoazulene skeleton is substituted with propionic acid. The thiabenzoazulene propionic-acid derivative thus synthesized has excellent antagonistic action to histamine H1 receptor and low intracerebral transmigration and, therefore, is useful as an active ingredient of the pharmaceutical composition such as an antihistaminic agent.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds, compositions and methods for treating various diseases, syndromes, conditions and disorders, including pain. Such compounds are represented by Formula I as follows: wherein Y, R1, R2, R3, R4, RA, and RB are defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of treating or preventing the development of obesity by administering compounds that stabilize mast cells. In addition, it includes pharmaceutical compositions which have both a mast cell stabilizer and instructions regarding the use of the stabilizer in treating or preventing obesity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ionic silicone hydrogel contact lenses which comprise at least one pharmaceutical or nutriceutical component and are formed from reaction mixtures comprising a mixture of slow-reacting hydrophilic monomers, including at least one slow-reacting ionic monomer, at least one silicone-containing component and at least one hydroxyl-containing component, wherein the ratio of the slow-reacting hydrophilic component half lives to the silicone-containing component half life is at least 2.

Abstract: There are disclosed racemic or enantiomerically enriched 3- or 4-substituted piperidine compounds represented by the following structural formula (I): or any of their isomers, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing the subject compounds. The subject compounds are useful for the treatment of diseases of the central nervous system, particularly depression, anxiety and pain disorder.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ionic silicone hydrogel polymers comprising at least one pharmaceutical or nutriceutical component and displaying improved lysozyme uptake, low contact angle and reduced water soluble polymeric ammonium salt uptake.

Abstract: The present invention relates to ionic silicone hydrogel polymers displaying improved thermal stability. More specifically, the present invention relates to a polymer formed from reactive components comprising at least one silicone component and at least one ionic component comprising at least one anionic group. The polymers of the present invention display good thermal stability and desirable protein uptake.

Abstract: An ophthalmic composition comprises an ophthalmic drug that has a low solubility in water and a surfactant, wherein the ophthalmic drug is present at a concentration from about 3 to about 7000 times the solubility of the drug in water. A volume of about 1-15 microliter is administered topically to an eye of a subject to treat or control a condition for which the drug is effective.

Abstract: Provided is a pharmaceutical composition including as an active component a compound of formula (I): wherein X and (R1)n are as defined, and a physiological acceptable carrier. Also provided is a method for treating cancer including administering to an individual in need of such treatment an effective amount of the presently described pharmaceutical composition.

Abstract: The method of treating diabetes-related impaired wound healing includes the step of administering an effective amount of estrogen replacement therapy to a patient in need thereof to promote wound healing. Alternatively, the method of treating diabetes-related impaired wound healing includes the step of administering an effective amount of a TNF-? inhibitor to a patient in need thereof to promote wound healing. The method of treating diabetes-related impaired wound healing may also include both the step of administering an effective amount of estrogen replacement therapy and administering an effective amount of a TNF-? inhibitor to a patient in need thereof to promote wound healing.

Abstract: Ophthalmic compositions comprising ketotifen and a source of hydrogen peroxide providing an amount of hydrogen peroxide of from about 0.001 to about 0.1% (w/v) of hydrogen peroxide, and methods for the treatment and prevention of allergic conjunctivitis using these compositions are provided herein.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to hexafluoroisopropyl carbamate derivatives of general formula (I): in which: R, Z, A, m, and n are as defined in the disclosure; in the form of the base or of an addition salt with an acid, and to the preparation process and therapeutic application thereof.

Abstract: Ophthalmic compositions and methods of preparing such compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides organic arsenicals. Many of these compounds have potent in vitro cytotoxic activity against numerous human tumor cell lines, both of solid and hematological origin, as well as against malignant blood cells from patients with leukemia.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of treating or preventing the development of obesity by administering compounds that stabilize mast cells. In addition, it includes pharmaceutical compositions which have both a mast cell stabilizer and instructions regarding the use of the stabilizer in treating or preventing obesity.

Abstract: Ophthalmic compositions comprising ketotifen, a source of hydrogen peroxide providing an amount of hydrogen peroxide of from about 0.001 to about 0.1% (w/v), one or more ocular-compatible hydrogen peroxide stabilizers, HPMC and CMC, and methods for the treatment and prevention of allergic conjunctivitis using these ophthalmic compositions are provided herein.

Abstract: The purpose is to provide a compound which has an intestinal phosphate transporter (NPT-IIb) inhibitory action and is useful as an active ingredient of an agent for treating and/or preventing hyperphosphatemia. A tetrahydrobenzothiophene compound of the following formula (I) has NPT-IIb inhibitory action and can be used as an agent for treating and/or preventing hyperphosphatemia: wherein, R1 represents —O-lower alkyl, -lower alkylene-phenyl, or the like; R2 and R3 are the same as or different from each other and represent H, lower alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, heteroaryl or the like, or, R2 and R3 may be combined with a nitrogen atom to which they bind to form 5- to 7-membered saturated cyclic amino; R4's are the same as or different from each other and represent halogen, lower alkyl; and n represents 0 to 2.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound a piperidine derivative having excellent histamine receptor antagonistic action, which is useful as active ingredients of a pharmaceutical composition, especially an antihistamine. The piperidine derivative of the present invention has a potent histamine receptor antagonistic action. Further, the compound of the present invention shows low brain transfer even in a cerebral receptor binding test where a mouse is orally administered with the compound, so that the compound has preferred properties of alleviating side effects in the central nervous system, such as drowsiness. The piperidine derivative of the present invention is very useful as a novel antihistamine having smaller side effects in the central nervous system, such as drowsiness.

Abstract: A compound has an intestinal phosphate transporter (NPT-IIb) inhibitory action and is useful as an active ingredient of an agent for treating hyperphosphatemia, preventing hyperphosphatemia, or both. The compound is a tetrahydrobenzothiophene compound. A pharmaceutical composition for treating hyperphosphatemia includes the compound or salt thereof. A method of treating hyperphosphatemia includes administering to a subject an effective amount of the compound or salt thereof.

Abstract: An eye drop solution includes an anaesthetic and at least one medicament. The anaesthetic is preferably provided in a range of from about 0.001% to about 1.0%. The eye drop solution may further include either a lubricant or a preservative, or both of these.

Abstract: The invention is directed to delta opioid receptor modulators. More specifically, the invention relates to tricyclic ?-opioid modulators. Pharmaceutical and veterinary compositions and methods of treating mild to severe pain and various diseases using compounds of the invention are also described.

Abstract: Crystalline raloxifene hydrochloride in hydrated form, particularly the monohydrate, processes for its preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising it and uses thereof.

Abstract: Certain compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts are provided herein. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound or pharmaceutically acceptable salt therein and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable vehicle. Methods of treating patients suffering from certain disease states responsive to the inhibition of transglutaminase TG2 activity are described. These disease states include neurodegenerative disorders such as Huntington's disease. Also described are methods of treatment include administering at least one compound or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as a single active agent or administering at least one compound or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in combination with one or more other therapeutic agents.

Abstract: Compounds that may be used to inhibit Notum Pectinacetylesterase are described, as well as compositions comprising them, and methods of their use to treat diseases and disorders affecting bone.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds having pharmacological activity towards the sigma (?) receptor, and more particularly to some 4, 5, 6, 7 tetrahydrobenzo[b]thiophene derivatives, wherein n is selected from 0, 1, 2, 3 or 4; m is selected from 0, 1 or 2; the dotted line represents either a single or a double bond; to processes of preparation of such compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, and to their use in therapy and prophylaxis, in particular for the treatment of psychosis.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of inducing contraception which includes delivering to a female a composition containing a compound of formula I, or tautomers thereof, in a regimen which involves delivering one or more of a selective estrogen receptor modulator, wherein formula I is: and wherein R1-R5 and Q1 are defined as described herein. Methods of providing hormone replacement therapy and for treating carcinomas, dysfunctional bleeding, uterine leiomyomata, endometriosis, and polycystic ovary syndrome is provided which includes delivering a compound of formula I and a selective estrogen receptor modulator are also described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the identification of novel mechanisms involved in the initiation and spreading of axonal degeneration. In particular, the instant invention relates to the identification of a relationship between Toll-Like Receptors (TLRs) and axonal degeneration and the use of TLR inhibitors as antagonists of axonal degeneration.

Abstract: The disclosure provides methods of treating bipolar disorder by administering an antiestrogen to reduce the severity and frequency of mood episodes. The disclosure further provides methods of treating depression with an antiestrogen in a descending dose protocol.

Abstract: The invention provides methods and compounds for the treatment and prevention of malaria infection and transmission in a mammal by administering compounds of the invention to a mammal having or suspected of having a malaria infection. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions that can kill or arrest the growth of Plasmodium organisms, and especially Plasmodium falciparum, thereby preventing or blocking transmission of malaria as well as treating malaria infection.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of treating neurodegenerative diseases comprising administering, to a subject in need of such treatment, one or more agent that inhibits or reduces the action, including the catalytic activity, of an enzyme of the phospholipase D family, such as phospholipase D1 and/or phospholipase D2. The present invention also relates to cell-based assays which may be used to identify agents that inhibit or reduce the activity of enzymes of the phospholipase D family and that may be used in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract: Kappa opioid receptor antagonists are provided that yield significant improvements in functional binding assays to kappa opioid receptors, and the use of these antagonists in treatment of disease states that are ameliorated by binding of the kappa opioid receptor such as heroin or cocaine addictions.