Abstract: Compounds of the invention, such as compounds of Formulae IIa, IIb, IIc or IId, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, isomers, and prodrugs thereof, are useful as modulators of the activity of liver X receptors, where R1, R2, R21, R3 and G are defined herein. Pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds and methods of using the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention concerns a pharmaceutical composition comprising an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist for preventing or treating inflammatory pain and diseases in mucosa of oral cavity, pharynx and larynx. In another aspect the present invention provides mucosal bioadhesive slow release carriers for the extended and controlled release of alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonists that can be used on mucosal surfaces for preventing or treating inflammatory pain and diseases in mucosa of oral cavity.

Abstract: This invention relates to ionic liquid (ILs) solvents for chemical synthesis based on an alkyl-imidazolium cation core containing ionic liquids which have enhanced biodegradability and reduced toxicity relative to existing imidazolium bases ILs such as 1-butyl-3-methylimidazolium (bmmim) salts. Many of the described ILs produce a score of over 60% biodegradability over 28 days in a biodegradability test such as the Sturm Test, the Closed Bottle Test (OECD 301D) or the CO2 Headspace Test (ISO 14593). The ILs of the invention comprise an alkyl substituted imidazolium cationic core having a —C?OX— side chain in the 3-position of the imidazole ring, wherein X?O, NH, N or S and an associated counteranion characterized in that the —C?OX side chain comprises at least one ether linkage. The biodegradable and non-toxic IL may be used as green solvents for the chemical, pharmaceutical, biofuel and biomass industries. The ILs of the invention are particularly useful in hydrogenation, pericyclic and metathesis reactions.

Abstract: The use of polyhexamethylene guanidine hydrochloride as preservative for preventing and controlling citrus sour rot and its application are disclosed by the present invention. The citrus preservative calculated by 100% total mass fraction comprises 0.05%-0.5% polyhexamethylene guanidine hydrochloride, 0.05%-0.2% of one or more selected from the group consisting of a mixture of several of the following: 0.05%-0.2% imidazole fungicidebactericide, benzimidazole fungicidebactericide, pyrimethanil, fludioxonil and [or] azoxystrobin, and 0.02%-0.15% polyethenoxy ether emulsion or quaternary ammonium salt emulsion, and the rest is water. The citrus preservative can significantly inhibit the decay of citrus fruit such as Citrus microcarpa during storage, especially the incidence of sour rot. So the commercial value of citrus is obviously increased.

Abstract: A water dispersible granule formulation prepared by pulverized a part of active ingredients into fine particles under wet milling and pulverized another part of the active ingredients into coarse particles under dry milling, then kneading the both active ingredients for the granulation, and a process for producing the water dispersible granule formulation are disclosed. The water dispersible granule formulation according to the present invention is applicable from production of a water dispersible granule formulation comprising an active ingredient which is easily decomposed owing to environmental conditions and allows to provide the water dispersible granule formulation provided with enhanced initial and residual biological activities.

Abstract: Disclosed are compositions and methods of preparing compositions of active fungicidal ingredients. Also disclosed are methods of using the compositions described herein to improve fungicide penetration into the plant tissue, reduce fungicide volatility and drift, decrease water solubility of the fungicides, and introduce additional biological function to fungicides.

Abstract: Compounds of structural formula I are inhibitors of prolylcarboxypeptidase (PrCP). The compounds of the present invention are useful for the prevention and treatment of conditions related to the enzymatic activity of PrCP such as abnormal metabolism, including obesity; diabetes; metabolic syndrome; obesity related disorders; and diabetes related disorders.

Abstract: The purpose of the invention is to produce an imidafenacin-containing percutaneously absorbed preparation, wherein the drug not only is not allowed to crystallize but also has adequate skin penetration. The imidafenacin-containing percutaneously absorbed preparation comprises isostearic acid and a fatty acid ester, which function as crystallization-preventing agents.

Abstract: Provided is a percutaneous absorption type formulation of a drug such as imidafenacin and silodosin, wherein stable absorption through the skin is realized. The percutaneous absorption type formulation containing a drug such as imidafenacin and silodosin further contains a transdermal absorption promoting agent, and fatty acid ester and/or fatty acid amide that further improve(s) the function of the transdermal absorption promoting agent.

Abstract: The present application is directed to novel imidazole-substituted fatty acids that have been functionalized with an alkyl triphenylphosphonium group, compositions comprising these compounds and their use as inhibitors of cytochrome c peroxidase, in particular for the treatment and prevention of apoptosis.

Abstract: A personal care composition comprising a eutectic mixture, the eutectic mixture comprising a tertiary system, in which menthol may form part of the eutectic mixture or in the eutectic mixture comprises an antidandruff agent such as ketoconazole.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for preparing an improved composition comprising at least one active agent and at least one solid carrier material, wherein the active agent is dispersed through the carrier material in nano-disperse form, which method comprises the steps of: (a) forming a liquid mixture comprising the active agent, the carrier material, a stabilizing agent, a first solvent for the active agent and the stabilizing agent and, a second solvent for the carrier material, and (b) drying the liquid mixture to remove the first and second solvents to obtain a substantially solvent-free nano-dispersion of the active agent with the stabilising agent in the carrier material, wherein the stabilizing agent is capable of stabilizing the active agent in the liquid mixture during drying and in a resultant liquid nano-dispersion of the improved composition.

Abstract: The invention provides methods for treating disorders associated with selective subtype modulation of alpha 2 adrenergic receptors. In particular, the invention provides methods employing well-defined N-[1-(2 and/or 3-substituted-phenyl)-alkyl]-(4,5-dihydro-1H-imidazol-2-yl)-amines and pharmaceutical compositions thereof to treat disorders associated with selective subtype alpha 2 adrenergic receptor modulation, such as ocular disorders, pain and central nervous system (CNS) motor disorders.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds that are antagonists of PGD2 receptors. Also described are pharmaceutical compositions and medicaments that include the compounds described herein that are antagonists of PGD2 receptors. Also described herein are methods of using such antagonists of PGD2 receptors, alone and in combination with other compounds, for treating respiratory, cardiovascular, and other PGD2-dependent or PGD2-mediated conditions or diseases.

Abstract: Bioactive, hydroforming luminal liner compositions are formed of high molecular weight crystalline, absorbable copolyesters dissolved in a liquid derivative of a polyether glycol that undergoes transformation into a tissue-adhering, resilient interior cover or liner for the controlled release of its bioactive payload at clinically compromised conduits in humans as in the case of bacteria- and yeast-infected vaginal canals, esophagi, and arteries following angioplasty.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel class of sulfonamides which are aspartyl protease inhibitors. In one embodiment, this invention relates to a novel class of HIV aspartyl protease inhibitors characterized by specific structural and physicochemical features. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions of this invention are particularly well suited for inhibiting HIV-1 and HIV-2 protease activity and consequently, may be advantageously used as anti-viral agents against the HIV-1 and HIV-2 viruses. This invention also relates to methods for inhibiting the activity of HIV aspartyl protease using the compounds of this invention and methods for screening compounds for anti-HIV activity.

Abstract: Described herein are methods for modulation of the activity of the carotid body that afford therapeutic benefit for sleep-related breathing disorders and related conditions.

Abstract: The present invention concerns methods for stimulating the growth and repair of bone and cartilage using synthetic triterpenoids and tricyclic-bis-enones. Examples of suitable triterpenoids include CDDO, CDDO-Me, CDDO-Im, and CDDO-Ethylamide. Examples of tricyclic-bis-enones include TBE-31 and TBE-34.

Abstract: Providing a novel control agent for soft rot and a novel control method for the same. A compound having no antibacterial activity against Erwinia carotovora but having a control activity against fungi on soil surface, specifically containing, as the active ingredient, a fungicide comprising any of a strobilurin compound such as azoxystrobin and kresoxim-methyl, an azole compound such as triflumizol, cyazofamid, amisulbrom, and thiophanate-methyl, a carboxamide compound such as penthiopyrad and boscalid, a sulfonamide compound such as flusulfamide, an organic chlorine compound such as chlorothalonil, a dicarboximide compound such as pro-cymidone and iprodione, a phenylpyrrole compound such as fludioxonil, an anilinopyrimidine compound such as mepanipyrim, and a guanidine compound such as iminoctadine is the control agent for plant soft rot, which is applied to plant cultivation soil.

Abstract: Provided is an imidazolylbenzene compound or salt thereof that controls HCV replication and in addition is particularly capable of strongly controlling HCV replication, and is very effective in the prevention and treatment of HCV infection when used in combination with another agent for treating HCV infection such as Interferon.

Abstract: The present invention features the use of a synthetic triterpenoid to induce gene expression and differentiation of stem or progenitor cells in the treatment of bone/cartilage diseases or conditions.

Abstract: A skin care product comprising from about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid, in combination with 0.0001% to about 50% of at combination of retinoid boosters.

Abstract: An object is to provide a CaSR agonist agent that has excellent CaSR agonist effects, and particularly, a pharmaceutical product that can prevent or remedy diabetes or obesity by the effect of CaSR activation. The aforementioned object is achieved by a composition that contains a compound represented by the following General Formula (I) or a salt thereof (refer to the Description for the definitions of the symbols used in the formula).

Abstract: The invention provides a novel class of compounds viz. generally lipopeptides like Pam3CSK4, immunogenic compositions and pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and methods of using such compounds to treat or prevent diseases or disorders associated with Toll-Like Receptors 2. In one aspect, the compounds are useful as adjuvants for enhancing the effectiveness a vaccine.

Abstract: A composition comprising a carboxamide compound represented by following formula (I), wherein R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, and R2 represents a methyl group, a difluoromethyl group or a trifluoromethyl group, and one or more azole compounds selected from group (A) consisting of propiconazole, prothioconazole, triadimenol, prochloraz, penconazole, tebuconazole, flusilazole, diniconazole, bromuconazole, epoxiconazole, difenoconazole, cyproconazole, metconazole, triflumizole, tetraconazole, myclobutanil, fenbuconazole, hexaconazole, fluquinconazole, triticonazole, bitertanol, imazalil, ipconazole, simeconazole, hymexazol, etridiazole and flutriafol.

Abstract: An item of clothing (10) for daily pharmacological treatment of a fungal infection, comprising: a textile material (20) to manage moisture when the item of clothing (10) is worn; microcapsules (30) grafted on the textile material (20); and antifungal agents encapsulated within the microcapsules (30) to pharmacologically treat the fungal infection when released from the microcapsules (30).

Abstract: The agent for the prevention and/or treatment of Hand-Foot Syndrome comprising a compound with anticholinergic activity can be provided. The agent for the prevention and/or treatment of Hand-Foot Syndrome comprising a compound with anticholinergic activity can be safely administered to the patients with Hand-Foot Syndrome, and has shown the superior preventive and/or treatment effect against Hand-Foot Syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the treatment and prevention of vasospasm. The present invention provides a system for treating a cerebral vasospasm in a human utilizing a pharmaceutical composition and administrating a therapeutically effective amount of the pharmaceutical composition to a predetermined location in close proximity to a cerebral artery within a subarachnoid space wherein the pharmaceutical composition produces a localized pharmacologic effect thereby treating the cerebral vasospasm.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to solidifying adhesive formulations, methods of drug delivery, and solidified layers for dermal delivery of a drug for treating various skin infections, such as fungal, bacterial, and/or viral skin infections. The formulation can include anti-infective drug, solvent vehicle, and solidifying agent. The solvent vehicle can include a volatile solvent system including at least one volatile solvent, and a non-volatile solvent system including at least one non-volatile solvent. The non-volatile solvent system can facilitate the delivery of the drug at therapeutically effective rates for sustained periods of time. The non-volatile solvent system can also act to plasticize the solidifying agent. The formulation can have a viscosity suitable for application to a skin surface prior to evaporation of the volatile solvents system. When applied to the skin, the formulation can form a solidified layer after at least a portion of the volatile solvent system is evaporated.

Abstract: The present invention provides a composition having an excellent controlling activity on plant disease. The composition comprising the compound represented by the formula (1) and one or more azole fungicidal compound selected from the group (A) shows an excellent controlling activity on a plant disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a COS releasing compound according to formula (I) and to methods of preparing such compositions. Said pharmaceutical compositions may preferably be used for the treatment and/or the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

Abstract: The use of specific compounds of the Formula 1 (and also corresponding mixtures) in particular as cosmetic agents for the inhibition of the substance P-induced release of histamine from mast cells is described.

Abstract: Ghrelin O-acyltransferase (GOAT) is inhibited with designed small molecules of the general formula: Methods comprise contacting the GOAT with an inhibitor and detecting a resultant inhibition.

Abstract: The invention provides a method of enhancing the action of a pharmaceutical agent selected from the group consisting of the anti-infective agents, the group comprising of the antimicrobial agents, the anthelmintic agents and the anti-ectoparasitic agents, but excluding coal tar solution and H1-antagonist antihistamines, and from the group consisting of the CPNS agents selected from the group of compounds acting on the central or peripheral nervous system, but excluding coal tar solution and H1-antagonist antihistamines and also excluding anti-inflammatory, analgesic and antipyretic agents and also provides an enhanced method for the administration of a nucleic acid substance to the cells of an animal, a plant or a micro-organism.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of compounds which enhance the transcription of endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) for treating stem and progenitor cells in the cell therapy of patients with ischemic heart diseases such as coronary heart disease or ischemic cardiomyopathy. Treatment of such cells which are isolated from bone marrow, for example, with an eNOS transcription enhancer prior to their administration improves their functional activity and ameliorates neovascularization of the heart and cardiac regeneration.

Abstract: There is provided a fluorine-containing organosulfur compound having an excellent controlling effect on arthropod pests represented by the formula (I): wherein m represents 0 or 1; n represents 0, 1 or 2; A represents an optionally substituted 5-membered aromatic heterocyclic group; R1 and R3 are independently represent an optionally substituted C1-C4 chain hydrocarbon group, —C(?G)R5, cyano, halogen or hydrogen; R2 and R4 independently represent an optionally substituted C1-C4 chain hydrocarbon group, halogen or hydrogen; Q represents a C1-C5 haloalkyl group containing at least one fluorine, or fluorine; G represents oxygen or sulfur; and R5 represents optionally substituted C1-C4 alkyl, hydroxyl, optionally substituted C1-C4 alkoxy, optionally substituted C3-C6 alkenyloxy, optionally substituted C3-C6 alkynyloxy, amino, optionally substituted C1-C4 alkylamino, optionally substituted di(C1-C4 alkyl)amino, C2-C5 cyclic amino or hydrogen.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for treating and completely curing fungal, yeast, and/or mold infections in human subjects comprising topically administering to a human subject in need thereof an antifungal nanoemulsion composition.

Abstract: A water dispersible granule formulation prepared by pulverized a part of active ingredients into fine particles under wet milling and pulverized another part of the active ingredients into coarse particles under dry milling, then kneading the both active ingredients for the granulation, and a process for producing the water dispersible granule formulation are disclosed. The water dispersible granule formulation according to the present invention is applicable for production of a water dispersible granule formulation comprising an active ingredient which is easily decomposed owing to environmental conditions and allows to provide the water dispersible granule formulation provided with enhanced initial and residual biological activities.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (Ia): wherein R1, R2, R3, R4a, R4b, R5, and R6 are defined herein, as well as other indene derivatives are disclosed herein. Pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds and methods of using the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: Fungicidal mixtures comprising, as active components: 1) metconazole of the formula I and 2) prochloraz of the formula II, in a synergistically effective amount, and also compositions comprising these mixtures.

Abstract: A skin care product comprising from about 0.001% to about 10% of a retinoid in combination with 0.0001% to about 50% of at combination of retinoid hoosters.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of substituted 2-aminotetralins of general formula (I) as a medicament for the preventive treatment of Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: Methods of identifying compounds that potentiate the activity of antifungal agents, potentiators identified by these methods, and methods of using potentiators to treat fungal infections are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are novel C4-monomethyl triterpenoid compounds and derivatives thereof, including those of the formula: wherein the variables are defined herein. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions, kits and articles of manufacture comprising such compounds. Methods and intermediates useful for making the compounds, and methods of using the compounds, for example as antioxidant inflammation modulators, and compositions thereof are also provided.

Abstract: Compounds are provided that act as potent antagonists of the CCR9 receptor. Animal testing demonstrates that these compounds are useful for treating inflammation, a hallmark disease for CCR9. The compounds are generally aryl sulfonamide derivatives and are useful in pharmaceutical compositions, methods for the treatment of CCR9-mediated diseases, and as controls in assays for the identification of CCR9 antagonists.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula (I) and (II), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, where R53, R54, p, q, and n are as defined herein. The compounds of the present invention have been found to be useful as 17?-hydroxylase/C17,20-lyase inhibitors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for treating, killing, and/or inhibiting the growth of Herpes viruses in human subjects comprising topically administering to a human subject in need thereof a nanoemulsion composition having antiviral properties.

Abstract: A method of treating a condition associated with the CB-1 receptor, in particular obesity, by administering an effective amount of an aryl urea CB-1 receptor modulating compound to a subject in need of such treatment.

Abstract: There is disclosed herein a composition for treating extracellular parasitic infections, the composition comprising one or more of the following combinations: at least one quinolone or fluoroquinolone together with at least one tetracycline, iodoquinol, an azole or imidazole; or at least two agents selected from the group consisting of iodoquinol, thiazolidones, tetracycline, nitroimidazoles, cotrimoxazole and diloxanide furoate.

Abstract: A water dispersible granule formulation prepared by pulverized a part of active ingredients into fine particles under wet milling and pulverized another part of the active ingredients into coarse particles under dry milling, then kneading the both active ingredients for the granulation, and a process for producing the water dispersible granule formulation are disclosed. The water dispersible granule formulation according to the present invention is applicable for production of a water dispersible granule formulation comprising an active ingredient which is easily decomposed owing to environmental conditions and allows to provide the water dispersible granule formulation provided with enhanced initial and residual biological activities.