Abstract: The present invention generally concerns the management of age-related diseases in domestic animals. Specifically, the present invention is directed to combination therapies for the treatment of progressive renal diseases (e.g., Chronic Renal Failure) and their accompanying secondary disease states. In a composition aspect, the present invention provides a composition comprising a phosphate binder and another pharmaceutically active ingredient. The other pharmaceutically active ingredient is selected from a group consisting of antihypertensives, calcitrol, vitamin D analogues, lipid restriction products, potassium salts, treatments for anemia and alkalization compounds.

Abstract: Uses for a selective adenosine A3 receptor antagonist, or RNAi directed against said receptor, to treat myocardial infarction and heart conditions including heart failure, are provided. Optionally, an adenosine A2a receptor agonist may also be used with the adenosine A3 receptor antagonist. Methods of treating heart failure are also provided.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions, and a method of stabilizing pharmaceutical compositions having clevidipine, or any pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, as the active ingredient is described. The method includes the slowing down or inhibiting of the oxidation pathway of clevidipine. This can be accomplished by reducing the amount the pharmaceutical composition is exposed to oxygen and/or light during the manufacturing and storing processes. According to this method, oxygen must be removed or replaced, or light must be sufficiently blocked such that light energy cannot reach the active ingredient of the composition, or is reduced to a level that the light-induced oxidation reaction converting clevidipine to H324/78 is minimized, such that the total detectable level of H324/78 in a given composition sample does not exceed about 0.2% on a weight-by-weight basis, or the ratio of clevidipine to H324/78 is equal to or greater than about 450 to 1 on a weight-to-weight basis.

Abstract: Disclosed herein is an improved, commercially viable and industrially advantageous process for the preparation of substantially pure Lercanidipine intermediate, 1,1,N-trimethyl-N-(3,3-diphenylpropyl)-2-aminoethyl acetoacetate. The intermediate is useful for preparing Lercanidipine, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, in high yield and purity. The present invention further provides a novel crystalline form of Lercanidipine hydrochloride and a process for its preparation. The present invention also provides a process for the preparation of amorphous form of Lercanidipine hydrochloride.

Abstract: The invention involves sustained-release pharmaceutical compositions containing a water-soluble ionic small molecule pharmaceutical agent complexed with an oppositely charged surfactant, particularly a natural bile surfactant. The complexes are sustained-release ionic complexes. The complexes release the ionic pharmaceutical agents into aqueous solution slowly and with zero-order kinetics. Thus, they can be formulated into sustained-release pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: A sustained-release composition for oral administration of a drug, comprising the drug, a mixture of sodium alginate and xanthan gum as a carrier for sustained release and a mixture of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose and propylene glycol alginate as a gel hydration accelerator, which is capable of maintaining a constant drug level in blood for 24 hours or more. Due to rapid gel hydration without forming a non-gelated core, the drug release rate follows zero order kinetics and does not significantly vary with the degree of gastrointestinal motility.

Abstract: Described herein are methods for identification of alternative safe molecular targets and novel regulators in complex molecular networks using a novel fault diagnosis engineering approach. For example, in this invention we claim new molecular targets that could be effectively targeted for changing the activity of CREB, and therefore for treatment of learning and memory related disorders. Learning and memory dysfunction is a major clinical manifestation of a number of human disorders, such as Alzheimer Disease (AD), schizophrenia, dementias, autism, etc. More specifically, we claim that composition and compounds that can target the activity of L AND/OR P/Q-, N-type calcium channels, G?i, G??, PP2A and CaMKII and IV are effective therapeutics for the treatment of disorders manifested by learning and memory dysfunction.

Abstract: An oral disintegrating tablet containing (1) D-mannitol, (2) an active ingredient, (3) one or more disintegrating agents selected from the group consisting of crospovidone and carmellose, and (4) one or more lubricants selected from the group consisting of sodium stearyl fumarate and sucrose esters of fatty acids. The oral disintegrating tablet of the present invention has some excellent properties of (1) allowing easy production in a common facility without necessitating a specialized pharmaceutical technique, (2) having an appropriate strength that does not breakdown in the process of distribution, (3) having a fast disintegrating ability in the oral cavity, and (4) also having excellent ingestion feel such as greatly reduced bitterness or gritty feel; therefore, the tablet can be suitably used as a dosage form that is suitable for aged individuals, children, and seriously ill patients.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for reducing A? deposition, A? neurotoxicity and microgliosis in an animal or human afflicted with a cerebral amyloidogenic disease, such as Alzheimer's disease (AD), by administering therapeutically effective amounts of the (R)-enantiomer of the dihydropyridine compound nilvadipine, also known as (?)-nilvadipine, to the animal or human, or by administering a non-racemic enantiomeric mixture of the dihydropyridine compound nilvadipine, to the animal or human. Further provided are methods for reducing the risk of A? deposition, A? neurotoxicity and microgliosis in animals or humans suffering from traumatic brain injury by administering (?)-nilvadipine, or non-racemic mixture of nilvadipine enantiomers, after the traumatic brain injury and continuing treatment for a prescribed period of time thereafter.

Abstract: It is an object of the present invention to provide a drug solution which has a reduced dissolved oxygen content and is less susceptible to oxidative degradation and highly stable over time, a production method therefor, and a drug solution containing pack which is capable of maintaining the dissolved oxygen content of a drug solution at a reduced level, less susceptible to oxidative degradation of the drug solution and highly stable over time. To achieve the aforementioned object, the reduced-dissolved-oxygen-content drug solution is produced by filling and sealing the drug solution in a drug solution container (15) formed of a plastic material having an oxygen permeability of not lower than 200 cm3/m2·24 h·atm at 25° C. at 60% RH within 12 hours after a steam sterilization process or a hot water sterilization process and having a steady-state oxygen permeability of not higher than 100 cm3/m2·24 h·atm at 25° C.

Abstract: The invention relates to an improved pharmaceutical or dietary composition in form of an aqueous syrup, consisting essentially of (a) vitamins recommended for consumption by children or young adults, (b) a suitable calcium source, (c) at least one dibasic amino acids, (d) taurine, (e) at least one solubilizer, (f) at least one additional agent selected from the group consisting of sweetening agents, flavoring agents, flavor enhancers, preservatives, antioxidants, co-solvents, and (g) water.

Abstract: A composition and a method for administering the composition to a patient in order to accelerate wound healing, particularly postoperative wound healing. The composition, which essentially comprises ornithine ?-ketoglutarate, is water-soluble and formulated for oral administration in single-dose packets. The method for using the composition for promoting wound healing includes the step of administering the composition to a patient preoperatively as well as-postoperatively in accordance with a prescribed protocol. The composition may be customized to include one or more additional agents that are effective for promoting nutritional health and/or treating a particular medical problem. The composition may also be taken daily by athletes to minimize the healing time of closed wounds such as muscle or tendon tears that occur during participation in sports, even when the symptoms of such injury are subclinical.

Abstract: Fluoro substituted cycloalkanoindole derivatives are antagonists of prostaglandins, and as such are useful for the treatment of prostaglandin mediated diseases.

Abstract: Methods for treating hyperlipidemia with intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations having unique biopharmaceutical characteristics, without causing drug-induced hepatotoxicity to a level which would require discontinuation of the therapy, whereby a majority of the nicotinic acid is release and metabolized in the individual within about 5 to about 9 hours. The present methods of treatment also contemplate administering the intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations composition according to a titrated dosage regimen to reduce flushing.

Abstract: A method of treating atherosclerosis is disclosed wherein nicotinic acid or another nicotinic acid receptor agonist is administered to the patient in combination with a DP receptor antagonist. The DP receptor antagonist is administered to reduce, prevent or eliminate flushing that may otherwise occur.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a derivative comprised of an L-Threonine bonded to a medicament or drug having a hydroxy, amino, carboxy or acylating derivative thereon. The derivative has the same utility as the drug from which it is made, but it has enhanced therapeutic properties. In fact, the derivatives of the present invention enhance at least one or more therapeutic qualities, as defined herein. The present invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions containing same.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for the separation of S-(?)-amlodipine from a racemic amlodipine. Featuring the use of inexpensive L-tartaric acid as an optical resolution agent and DMAC as a solvent, the separation method allows the resolution of S-(?)-amlodipine from racemic amlodipine at high yield and to a satisfactory enantiomeric excess and thus is economically favorable and applicable to the mass production of the optical isomer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel compounds. These compounds can be useful in inhibiting the activity of GGTase I. The compounds can also be used as anti-cancer therapeutics including as part of methods for treating cancer, in assays, and in kits.

Abstract: A method of reducing the cholesterol level of a subject by administering to that subject quercetin, vitamin C, vitamin B3, and statin.

Abstract: The present invention refers to pharmaceutical compositions containing S-nitrosothiols as active principle. The referred compositions are intended for the treatment of the fatty liver disease and other diseases associated with the metabolic syndrome. The composition is administered either orally or rectally.

Abstract: Indanyl- and Tetrahydronaphtyl-amino-thiourea compounds for combating animal pests The present invention relates to Indanyl- and Tetrahydronaphtyl-amino-thiourea compounds of formula I wherein the variables R1 to R4 are as in the description. The invention relates also to methods of combating or controlling insects, arachnids or nematodes, to methods for protecting growing plants from attack or infestation by insects, arachnids or nematodes, to methods for the protection of seeds from soil insects and of the seedlings' roots and shoots from soil and foliar insects and to methods for treating, controlling, preventing or protecting animals against infestation or infection.

Abstract: Use of composition comprising amlodipine in preparing medicaments for treating a lower urinary tract disorder. The lower urinary tract disorder is selected from the group consisting of benign prostate hyperplasia, lower urinary tract syndrome or overactive bladder, especially the lower urinary tract disorder accompanying with hypertension. Amlodipine is any one selected from the group consisting of amlodipine, amlodipine active metabolite, levoamlodipine, pharmaceutically acceptable precursor of amlodipine, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts of amlodipine, amlodipine active metabolite, levoamlodipine, or pharmaceutically acceptable precursor of amlodipine. The pharmaceutical dose of amlodipine is in the range of 1-10 mg. The invention belongs to the field of pharmacy.

Abstract: Metronidazole is solubilized in an aqueous phase, by mixing same with niacinamide and at least two glycolic cosolvents; the resulting solutions and pharmaceutical compositions comprised thereof are useful for the treatment of dermatological conditions/afflictions, notably rosacea.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of Alzheimer's Disease are described. More specifically, the invention demonstrates that administration of cardiovascular agents to a mammal suffering from the symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease causes an amelioration of those symptoms. The finding of the present invention can be used in treatment regimens designed to attenuate or prevent Alzheimer's Disease.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for reversing and/or inhibiting inflammation, e.g., by inhibiting prostaglandin and/or COX-2 production, using one or more indolequinazoline alkaloids, preferably in combination with butylated hydroxytoluene. The preferred indolequinazoline alkaloids are rutaecarpine, evodiamine, and dehydroevodiamine, which are naturally found in unpurified form in the traditional Chinese medicine Wu Chu Yu made from the fruit of the herb, Evodia rutaecarpa.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the effect of naturally occurring compounds on tumor development. As an example of proof, we used low; non-toxic doses of three compound e.g. Calcium D-glucarate, a naturally occurring Ca++ salt of D-glucaric acid; Nicotinamide (NA), a naturally occurring vitamin and butyric acid (BA), a naturally occurring saturated short chain fatty acid. 7,12 dimethylbenzanthracene (DMBA), which is a very potent skin carcinogen and is an environmental pollutant, was used for skin tumor development. Experiment was performed up to 30 weeks. All the above-mentioned compounds were used either alone or concomitantly any two or all the three. In the positive control group 100% tumorigenesis was attained in 28 weeks, use of single compound led to the inhibition of DMBA induced tumorigenesis between 33 to 47%, use of two compounds resulted in the 73 to 80% reduction in tumorigenesis but the concomitant use of three compounds resulted into 100% inhibition of tumor development at the end of 30 weeks.

Abstract: Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed bolus injection pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions.

Abstract: As the addition of water to dihydropyridine compounds such as amlodipine accelerates their degradation into the pyridine form, either immediately or following the formation of unstable hydrates, methods for producing pharmaceutical compositions that contain dihydropyridine compounds are limited to methods in which no water is added, such as methods in which dihydropyridine compounds are added in the form of powder, but these methods are unsuitable for wet granulation in which tablet moldability, hardness, disintegration, or the like can be readily adjusted and the homogeneity of the ingredients can be readily ensured by modifying the granulating conditions. According to the present invention, the co-presence of a methylated cellulose-based polymer during wet processing of dihydropyridine compounds prevents the formation of dihydropyridine compound hydrates and/or the degradation of the dihydropyridine compounds.

Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical compositions and methods for preventing or reducing niacin-induced flushing comprising an aspirin component and a niacin component having different release profiles. Also provided are methods and compositions for preventing or reducing niacin-induced flushing comprising niacin, aspirin and a lipid-lowering drug other than niacin.

Abstract: A topical composition comprising a dihydropyridine calcium antagonist, a stiffening agent and a release modifier. The stiffening agent comprises a fatty alcohol, a fatty acid sorbitane ester, or a fatty acid glycerol ester, having a hydrocarbon chain containing 12 to 22 carbon atoms and having a melting point of about 45 to 750° C. The release modifier comprises a fatty alcohol, a fatty alcohol glycol ether, a fatty acid alkyl ester, a fatty acid glycerol ester, or a fatty acid sorbitane ester, having a hydrocarbon chain containing 12 to 18 carbon atoms and having a melting point of about ?10 to 400° C. Use of such a composition for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a dermal or mucosal disorder, preferably an anorectal disorder associated with high anal pressure or anal sphincter spasm.

Abstract: In a method for treating an affected skin region of a patient having a skin disorder, a vasodilation composition is applied to an affected skin region of a patient, the affected skin region exhibiting a skin disorder characterized by at least one abnormal blood vessel, and the affected skin region is then treated so as to non-invasively disrupt tissue architecture, e.g., by inducing ischemia, of the at least one abnormal blood vessel. A vasoconstriction composition can then be applied to the skin region to cause vasoconstriction of the at least one blood vessel in order to promote healing.

Abstract: A cosmetic composition is provided which includes niacinamide, a carboxylic acid bearing structurant, and particles of a condensation polymerized polyamide, the polyamide having an amine value no lower than 0.3 and an HLB value of at least 16. The polyamide particles prevent interaction between niacinamide and the carboxylic acid/salt structurant thereby inhibiting skinfeel complexation and/or phase separation that would be adverse to skinfeel.

Abstract: An ester formed from an inositol or an inositol derivative and niacin, wherein the inositol or the inositol derivatives comprises a stereoisomer selected from allo-inositol, cis-inositol, epi-inositol, muco-inositol, neo-inositol, scyllo-inositol, D-chiro-inositol and L-chiro-inositol, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Examples of esters include inositol hexaniacinates such as allo-inositol hexaniacinate and cis-inositol hexaniacinate. The esters can be used to treat any disorder that is treatable with niacin therapy such as dyslipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia or cardiovascular disease. The esters can be administered with other agents such as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, statins, fibrates, activators of peroxisome proliferator activated receptors poli-cosanol, phytosterols, tocotrienols, calcium, bile acid sequestrants, guar gum and free niacin. The invention includes pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to formulations useful in treating hair disorders, improving the health of hair, increasing hair growth, and in increasing the niacin content of hair follicles. Nicotinic acid alkyl esters having a straight chain alkyl group of from 1 to 22 methylene units, preferably from 6 to 16 methylene units, and most preferably from 8 to 14 methyl units, may be used, alone or in combinations for treating these conditions.

Abstract: Skin lightening additives and skin lightening compositions having at least one of a heterosubstituted, saturated or unsaturated aliphatic acid are described. The compositions are suitable for topical application and may comprise 12-hydroxystearic acid, ricinoleic acid or both.

Abstract: Provided are compounds of formula (I) and other compounds. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. Additionally, methods of inhibiting macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) activity in a mammal are provided, as are methods of treating or preventing inflammation in a mammal, and methods of treating a mammal having sepsis, septicemia, and/or endotoxic shock.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions for topical delivery of one or more vasoactive vitamins and their methods of preparation and use. More specifically, the composition includes one or more vasoactive vitamins, one or more alkyl hydroxybenzoate preservatives, an alkanol solvent, an alkoxylated alcohol humectant, and a high molecular weight hydrophilic colloid viscosity increasing agent. In various embodiments, the vasoactive vitamins include vitamin B3 compounds.

Abstract: This application relates to a substituted hydroxyphenyl ketone compound of formula I, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a pharmaceutical composition thereof and its use in treating migraine. This application also relates to processes for preparing a compound of formula I, and intermediate compounds useful therein.

Abstract: The present invention thus provides a method of inhibiting bronchial smooth muscle remodeling in asthma, comprising the step of administering to a subject having asthma an agent that inhibits calcium-dependent mitochondrial biogenesis.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to use of a polyvinyl alcohol-polyethylene glycol graft copolymer (PVA-PEG graft co-polymer), such as Kollicoat IR, in the formulation of solid dispersions of low aqueous solubility and dissolution rate bioactive compound and, more particularly to a system and method for improving the solubility and dissolution rate of such low aqueous solubility and dissolution rate bioactive compound, in particular the drug of low aqueous solubility, such as a BCS Class II or Class IV drug compounds.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical preparation comprising an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, a calcium channel blocker and at least one substance selected from a hydrophilic polymer, an acidic substance and a fluidizing agent. The pharmaceutical preparation demonstrates improved dissolution properties.

Abstract: The present invention provides isolated cells that comprise, integrated into the genome of the cell, a transcription-competent immunodeficiency virus or a transcription-competent immunodeficiency virus-based retroviral vector. Under basal in vitro culture conditions, the immunodeficiency virus is latent, and the expression of the latent immunodeficiency virus can be reactivated. The invention farther provides methods of making a subject cell. The invention further provides screening methods for identifying agents that activate a latent immunodeficiency virus; and screening method for identifying agents that block reactivation of latent immunodeficiency virus expression in response to T cell activation signals. The invention further provides agents identified in the subject screening assays. The invention further provides methods of treating an immunodeficiency virus infection.

Abstract: Ascochlorin or an analog or derivative thereof and a compound having a primary amino group are mixed and reacted with each other in the presence/absence of a basic catalyst to synthesize a novel imino compound. The novel imino compound thus synthesized is a ligand capable of activating nuclear receptor superfamily such as retinoid orphan receptor (RXR), peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor (PPAR) and steroid receptor (PXR), and shows an effect of promoting the transcription of a drug-metabolizing enzyme CYP7A1. The imino compound has a therapeutic effect on diseases such as lifestyle-related diseases, chronic inflammation and cancers.

Abstract: This invention relates to pharmaceutical combinations of amlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof and atorvastatin or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, kits containing such combinations and methods of using such combinations to treat subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and to treat subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. This invention also relates to additive and synergistic combinations of amlodipine and atorvastatin whereby those synergistic combinations are useful in treating subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and those subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans.

Abstract: The invention relates to a modified release (e.g., extended release) tablet composition for oral administration comprising: (a) a dihydropyridine compound or a prodrug or salt thereof; (b) a first release control agent; (c) a second release control agent; and (d) a third release control agent; wherein said second release control agent has a higher viscosity than said first release control agent. The invention also relates to methods for making such modified release (e.g., extended release) tablet compositions. After tableting, such compositions exhibit a release profile that is approximately zero order without the need of a coating.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations of anti-hypertensive drugs. The present invention includes a modified-release formulation of diltiazem hydrochloride that is suitable for once-daily use and which provides delivery of drug either in the early morning hours, or overnight, so as to blunt the natural rise in blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR) in the morning and to reduce the slope of the increase in BP in patients with elevated BP (hypertension).

Abstract: The invention provides the use a 2,2-dimethyl chroman as a SOD mimetic in a cosmetic preparation. Cosmetic preparations comprising a 2,2-dimethyl chroman as a SOD mimetic are described, as well as methods for treating or preventing free radical damage to skin cells and treating or preventing hair loss which comprise topical administration of a 2,2-dimethyl chroman as a SOD mimetic.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising benazepril and amlodipine wherein the benazepril and the amlodipine are in physical contact with one another, and methods for making the same.

Abstract: A travel kit used for inhibiting and reducing the incidence and effect of insect bites. The kit includes a pouch for enclosing a plurality of containers therein. The pouch has a closure means to maintain the containers in the pouch and a means for removably attaching the pouch to a person. The plurality of containers includes a first container containing at least one oral tablet comprising an effective amount of niacin (vitamin B-3) or its corresponding amide for inhibiting or reducing the incidence of insect bites. A second container is provided which contains a soap composition that includes an effective antimicrobial compound that when applied to a bite area of a person's skin that has an insect bite disinfects such bite area. A third container contains a mud composition that includes an effective amount of a clay that when applied to the bite area reduces the swelling, inflammation or itching of the bite area.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of inhibiting the production of proinflammatory agents by macrophages by contacting the cells with a monocarboxylate such as nicotinic acid. The invention also includes methods of treating diseases that are associated with macrophage activation such as atherosclerosis; systemic lupus erythematosus; rheumatoid arthritis; inflammatory bowel disease; and diabetes mellitus.