Chalcogen Bonded Directly To Ring Carbon Of The Hetero Ring Patents (Class 514/455)
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Patent number: 11963943Abstract: A formulation for pain management is described for use by individuals experiencing pain. The formulation comprises a plurality of cannabinoids in optimized amounts to manage pain. One or more excipient, diluent or carrier is included in the formulation. The types of pain to be managed with the formulation include but are not limited to the treatment of pain due to cancer, injury, accident, surgery, neuropathic pain or tissue damage. The primary cannabinoids are present in the formulation in amounts according to a ratio of THC:CBC:CBD ranging from 5:5:5 to 5:1:5. Methods of use of the formulation, doses and dosage forms are described which may have 5:5:5 mg or more of CBD:CBC:THC are described.Type: GrantFiled: January 29, 2021Date of Patent: April 23, 2024Inventor: Brenton Harold Zettl
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Patent number: 11931335Abstract: Disclosed are methods, compounds, and compositions useful for increasing autophagy and promoting longevity. The methods, compounds, and compositions relate to urolithins and urolithin precursors and use thereof. Certain urolithins are represented by Formula I, while certain urolithin precursors are represented by Formula IV. The urolithin may be urolithin A, urolithin B, urolithin C, or urolithin D. The urolithin precursor may be ellagic acid or an ellagitannin. The methods include in vivo, ex vivo, and in vitro uses of the compounds and compositions.Type: GrantFiled: August 3, 2020Date of Patent: March 19, 2024Assignee: Amazentis SAInventors: Christopher L. Rinsch, William Blanco-Bose, Bernard Schneider, Laurent Mouchiroud, Dongryeol Ryu, Penelope Andreux, Johan Auwerx
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Patent number: 11672784Abstract: According to the present disclosure, the use of a nanoliposome in the manufacture of a medicament for the prophylaxis and/or treatment of anterior segment ocular diseases is provided. The nanoliposome comprises a plurality of unsaturated and/or saturated lipids forming at least one lipid bilayer encapsulating a hydrophobic drug comprising tacrolimus, wherein the hydrophobic drug and the plurality of unsaturated and/or saturated lipids have a weight ratio of up to 0.2. The present disclosure also provides for such a nanoliposome and a method of preventing and/or treating anterior segment ocular diseases based on the nanoliposomes.Type: GrantFiled: April 19, 2017Date of Patent: June 13, 2023Assignees: NANYANG TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, SINGAPORE HEALTH SERVICES PTE LTDInventors: Subramanian Venkatraman, Jayaganesh V. Natarajan, Yin Chiang Freddy Boey, Jodhbir Singh Mehta, Tina Tzee Ling Howden, Xu Wen Ng, Anthony Herr Cheun Ng
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Patent number: 11504350Abstract: Embodiments relate to a method for treatment of a sleep disorder and to compositions comprising tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD), and cannabinol (CBN), wherein the ratio of THC:CBD:CBN by weight is A:B:C where A is between 0.0001 and 1, B is 1, and C is between 0.05 and 1. Optionally A is between 0.001 and 0.02, B is 1 and C is between 0.2 and 0.7.Type: GrantFiled: October 24, 2018Date of Patent: November 22, 2022Assignee: DAY THREE LABS MANUFACTURING INC.Inventors: William Z. Levine, Shimon Lecht, Olga Gabay
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Patent number: 11485700Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of producing a compound of formula (I) or a salt of a compound of formula (I). The invention also relates to a compound of formula (I) or a salt of a compound of formula (I) for use in a therapeutic method to achieve one or more therapeutic effects as well as for use in the treatment and/or prevention of certain diseases. Furthermore, the invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising one or more compound(s) of formula (I) or salt(s) of compound(s) of formula (I).Type: GrantFiled: June 28, 2018Date of Patent: November 1, 2022Assignee: SYMRISE AGInventors: Bernd Fiebich, Matthias Winkler, Marcus Rudolf Götz, Oskar Koch
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Patent number: 11439621Abstract: Combinations and methods for treating a subject experiencing or at risk of experiencing an undesired consequence of stimulant use are provided. The combinations include topiramate and phentermine. The methods include administering an effective dose of a combination of topiramate and phentermine to a subject. In some embodiments, the methods include administering an effective dose of a combination of topiramate and phentermine to a subject with cocaine use disorder.Type: GrantFiled: June 1, 2020Date of Patent: September 13, 2022Assignee: University of Kentucky Research FoundationInventor: Craig R. Rush
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Patent number: 11382799Abstract: A tampon and therapeutic delivery device is disclosed and includes a generally cylindrical applicator tube defining a cartridge within which a tampon is slidably received for ejection through one end of the cartridge. A generally hollow cylindrical plunger member is slidably received within an opposite end of the cartridge for ejecting the tampon therefrom. A cannabinoid-infused disintegrable carrier material is partially embedded in and movably held by the tampon for intravaginal delivery when ejected from the cartridge, whereupon the cannabinoid agent is released into the vagina and absorbed through the vaginal mucosa to provide relief of dysmenorrhea. The cartridge has a plurality of slots to permit pre-lubrication of the tampon, if desired, prior to insertion into the vaginal cavity. The system delivers a higher concentration to the muscle of the uterus, the primary site for the dyskinetic muscle contraction, which is the pathophysiologic cause of dysmenorrhea.Type: GrantFiled: November 6, 2019Date of Patent: July 12, 2022Assignee: BLUEGRASS FARMACEUTICALS, LLCInventor: David M. Tumey
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Patent number: 11234957Abstract: The invention relates to a new method for preparing a complex of forskolin and cyclodextrin and inclusion complexes of forskolin and ?-cyclodextrins having a weight ratio of 1:0.2 to 1:4 (w/w). Pharmaceutical compositions comprising said complex and their use are also provided.Type: GrantFiled: January 9, 2018Date of Patent: February 1, 2022Assignee: SciPharm S.à.r.lInventor: Andreas Kubin
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Patent number: 11052125Abstract: The present invention discloses a composition comprising extracts of Cyperus rotundus, standardized to contain 3-5% w/w total stilbenes, extracts of Garcinia sp., standardized to contain 20% w/w garcinol and extracts of Coleus forskohlii standardized to contain not less than 10% w/w forskolin for the therapeutic management of diet induced obesity and weight gain and related conditions like liver dysfunction, NASH, NAFLD, liver cirrhosis, hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia, kidney dysfunction by bringing about a reduction in body weight, increasing lean body mass and by normalizing the levels of liver enzymes, kidney markers and circulating lipids.Type: GrantFiled: April 29, 2019Date of Patent: July 6, 2021Assignee: SAMI LABS LIMITEDInventors: Muhammed Majeed, Kalyanam Nagabhushanam, Lakshmi Mundkur, Sarang Bani, Anjali Pandey
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Patent number: 11039636Abstract: The invention encompasses compositions and methods for effectively treating and/or preventing the development and/or progression of osteoporosis and related disorders such as osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and for promoting overall bone and joint health. This is accomplished by addressing multiple key mechanisms that lead to such disorders. The invention includes compositions comprising a combination of agents having biological activities that effectively suppress, regulate or interfere with the various key biochemical processes and mechanisms that increase the risk for development and/or progression of osteoporosis. The present compositions and methods simultaneously promote bone formation and reduce bone resorption by (a) stimulating osteoblast formation and osteogenesis; (b) suppressing adipocyte differentiation; (c) inhibiting osteoclast formation; and (d) increasing apoptosis of osteoclasts.Type: GrantFiled: May 13, 2019Date of Patent: June 22, 2021Assignee: Summit Innovation Labs, LLCInventors: Ghebre Egziabher Tzeghai, Haile Mehansho, Satyanarayana Majeti
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Patent number: 11000505Abstract: The invention relates to salvinorin compositions and uses thereof. Specifically, the invention relates to administering salvinorin compositions to treat diseases and disorders associated with vasoconstriction, vaso-occlusion, or disruption of blood flow and autoregulation. For example, salvinorin compositions may be administered to subjects with cardiac arrest, subarachnoid hemorrhage, stroke, cerebral vascular spasm, cerebral hypoxia/ischemia, cerebral artery occlusion, or any condition involved in autoregulation impairment.Type: GrantFiled: March 23, 2015Date of Patent: May 11, 2021Assignee: THE TRUSTEES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIAInventor: Renyu Liu
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Patent number: 10792276Abstract: Disclosed are compounds for use in raising an immune response to an antigen and/or enhancing, modulating or augmenting an immune response to an antigen. Particularly the use of urolithins. The invention also relates to immune enhancers comprising urolithins, methods of using such immune enhancers and processes for the preparation of such immune enhancers. The invention also relates to the use of urolithins in methods for modulating stem cell function, for example, enhancing stem cell numbers, promoting stem cell regeneration and promoting stem cell differentiation.Type: GrantFiled: April 30, 2019Date of Patent: October 6, 2020Assignee: Amazentis SAInventors: Anurag Singh, Davide D'Amico, Penelope Andreux, William Blanco-Bose, Christopher L. Rinsch
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Patent number: 10464963Abstract: In some embodiments, the compositions and methods relate to compounds isolated from plants in the Salviniaceae family, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, and methods of using the same.Type: GrantFiled: October 5, 2017Date of Patent: November 5, 2019Assignee: Stephen F. Austin State UniversityInventors: Shiyou Li, Ping Wang, Guangrui Deng, Wei Yuan, Zushang Su
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Patent number: 10301265Abstract: The invention provides potent quinolinol-based BoNT/A small-molecule inhibitors of botulinum neurotoxins, in particular of Clostridium botulinum serotype A neurotoxins. The invention also provides methods of using these small-molecule inhibitors to inhibit infections by Clostridium botulinum, as well as, methods of preventing infections by Clostridium botulinum through materials that may be ingested.Type: GrantFiled: May 28, 2009Date of Patent: May 28, 2019Inventors: Virginia I. Roxas-Duncan, Leonard A. Smith, Nizamettin Gul, John H. Cardellina, II, Rebecca C. Vieira, Susan M. Ensel, David C. H. Yang, Istvan J. Enyedy, Sivanesan Dakshanamurthy, Salimuddin Shah
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Patent number: 10251902Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition or a food composition comprising, as active ingredients, flavone-6-C-glucose derivatives or galenical extracts containing flavone-6-C-glucose derivatives. The composition of the present invention shows a functional effect of effectively treating or preventing cognitive dysfunction disorders such as delirium, dementia or amnesia, stroke, palsy, attention disorders, anxiety disorders or sleep disorders.Type: GrantFiled: August 14, 2014Date of Patent: April 9, 2019Assignee: DAE HWA PHARMA CO., LTD.Inventors: Jong Hoon Ryu, Jae Hoon Cheong, Chan Young Shin, Dae Sik Jang, Hyung Eun Lee, Hyun Ji Kim, Byeol Ryu, In Ho Jung, Yeong Woo Jo
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Patent number: 10195176Abstract: This invention is announcing a composition of flavonoid skeleton in the formula I or formula II compound, wherein each of the substituents is given the definition as set forth in the specification and claims. This composition have the capacity to treating or preventing a virus infection in a subject.Type: GrantFiled: January 30, 2018Date of Patent: February 5, 2019Assignee: KAOHSIUNG MEDICAL UNIVERSITYInventors: Hui-Chun Wang, Yang-Chang Wu, Fang-Rong Chang, Chin-Chung Wu
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Patent number: 9962366Abstract: Disclosed are methods, compounds, and compositions useful for increasing autophagy and promoting longevity. The methods, compounds, and compositions relate to urolithins and urolithin precursors and use thereof. Certain urolithins are represented by Formula I, while certain urolithin precursors are represented by Formula IV. The urolithin may be urolithin A, urolithin B, urolithin C, or urolithin D. The urolithin precursor may be ellagic acid or an ellagitannin. The methods include in vivo, ex vivo, and in vitro uses of the compounds and compositions.Type: GrantFiled: March 10, 2015Date of Patent: May 8, 2018Assignee: Amazentis SAInventors: Christopher L. Rinsch, William Blanco-Bose, Bernard Schneider, Laurent Mouchiroud, Dongryeol Ryu, Penelope Andreux, Johan Auwerx
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Patent number: 9918962Abstract: This invention is announcing a composition of flavonoid skeleton in the formula I or formula II compound, wherein each of the substituents is given the definition as set forth in the specification and claims. This composition have the capacity to treating or preventing a virus infection in a subject.Type: GrantFiled: February 5, 2016Date of Patent: March 20, 2018Assignee: KAOHSIUNG MEDICAL UNIVERSITYInventors: Hui-Chun Wang, Yang-Chang Wu, Fang-Rong Chang, Chin-Chung Wu
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Patent number: 9901596Abstract: A method of using dibenzo-alpha-pyrones (DBPs) is provided wherein a subject is administered one or more of the aforementioned resulting in decreased body weight gain. In an embodiment, a 3-OH-DBP, 3,8-(OH)2-DBP, or a combination thereof is administered to an individual to control body weight gain.Type: GrantFiled: September 9, 2014Date of Patent: February 27, 2018Assignee: Natreon, Inc.Inventor: Chandan K. Sen
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Patent number: 9809615Abstract: Compositions and methods related to anti-cancer terpenoid compounds isolated from plants in the Salviniaceae family, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, and methods of treating cancer.Type: GrantFiled: February 17, 2014Date of Patent: November 7, 2017Assignee: STEPHEN F. AUSTIN STATE UNIVERSITYInventors: Shiyou Li, Ping Wang, Guangrui Deng, Wei Yuan, Zushang Su
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Patent number: 9802962Abstract: Tricyclic pyrone compounds having high oral bioavailability, excellent blood-brain barrier permeability, and low toxicity are presented. Administration of the compounds to Alzheimer's Disease transgenic models resulted in substantially reduced soluble and insoluble A? species in the brain without affecting general behavior and motor coordination. Furthermore, in addition to blocking the toxicity and formation of both intraneuronal and extracellular A? aggregates, the compounds also increase cellular cholesterol efflux, restore axonal trafficking, and enhance hippocampal synaptic plasticity.Type: GrantFiled: September 30, 2014Date of Patent: October 31, 2017Assignees: KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY RESEARCH FOUNDATION, THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, AFASCI, INC.Inventors: Duy H Hua, Lee-way Jin, Izumi Maezawa, Xinmin Xie
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Patent number: 9707219Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating a glomerular disease with 6-(5-cyclopropylcarbamoyl-3-fluoro-2-methyl-phenyl)-N-(2,2-dimethylpropyl)-nicotinamide or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.Type: GrantFiled: July 8, 2014Date of Patent: July 18, 2017Assignee: GlaxoSmithKline Intellectual Property (No.2) LimitedInventors: Dennis Sprecher, Robert Nicholas Willette
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Patent number: 9693992Abstract: Compounds which directly inhibit IRE-1? activity in vitro, prodrugs, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Such compounds and prodrugs are useful for treating diseases associated with the unfolded protein response or with regulated IRE1-dependent decay (RIDD) and can be used as single agents or in combination therapies.Type: GrantFiled: January 12, 2015Date of Patent: July 4, 2017Assignee: MannKind CorporationInventors: Qingping Zeng, Andras Toro, John Bruce Patterson, Warren Stanfield Wade, Zoltan Zubovics, Yun Yang, Zhipeng Wu
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Patent number: 9526720Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds that are useful for modulating hepatic cholesterol metabolism in an animal. The invention includes methods of making and using the compounds of the invention. The invention further provides methods of treating, preventing and/or alleviating a cholesterol related disorder, a cardiovascular disease and/or liver disease in an animal, such as a human, comprising administering compounds of the invention, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof, to the animal.Type: GrantFiled: August 19, 2013Date of Patent: December 27, 2016Assignee: The Broad Institute, Inc.Inventors: Marek Maria Nagiec, Jose R. Perez, Michelle Palmer, Adam Skepner, Eamon Comer
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Patent number: 9468623Abstract: The present invention provides compound extracted from Garcinia species and the use of said compound in preventing and treating cancer.Type: GrantFiled: April 15, 2016Date of Patent: October 18, 2016Assignee: Hong Kong Baptist UniversityInventors: Hong-xi Xu, Yuan-zhi Lao, Zhi-jie Ding, Hong Zhang, Kai-xian Chen, Hong-sheng Tan, Zhao-xiang Bian, Cheng-yuan Lin, Shi-lin Chen, Da-jian Yang, Ai-ping Lu, Albert Sun Chi Chan
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Patent number: 9440987Abstract: The present invention provides an aromatic ring compound having a melanin-concentrating hormone receptor antagonistic action and useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of obesity and the like. The present invention relates to a compound represented by the formula wherein each symbol as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.Type: GrantFiled: May 9, 2013Date of Patent: September 13, 2016Assignee: TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY LIMITEDInventors: Shizuo Kasai, Hideyuki Igawa, Masashi Takahashi, Asato Kina
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Patent number: 9428494Abstract: The invention provides novel compounds of formula I: that are opioid receptor ligands. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds as well as methods for treating diseases associated with opioid receptor function by administering such compounds to a mammal in need of treatment. Compounds of the invention are useful to modulate (e.g. agonize or antagonize) opioid receptor function.Type: GrantFiled: November 2, 2007Date of Patent: August 30, 2016Assignee: University of Iowa Research FoundationInventor: Thomas Prisinzano
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Patent number: 9145422Abstract: The invention provides methods for treating various conditions using derivatives of cyclopamine having the following formula:Type: GrantFiled: October 15, 2013Date of Patent: September 29, 2015Assignee: Infinity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.Inventors: Alfredo C. Castro, Michael J. Grogan, Karen J. McGovern, Martin R. Tremblay
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Publication number: 20150148409Abstract: Provided are compositions for treatment of cancers, including breast cancer, comprising at least one novel daidzein analog, as well as methods of using the same for preventing or treating cancer or tumor growth.Type: ApplicationFiled: January 15, 2015Publication date: May 28, 2015Inventors: Guangdi WANG, Matthew E. BUROW, Stephen M. BOUE, Thomas E. WIESE, Quan JIANG
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Publication number: 20150126573Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for the prevention or treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.Type: ApplicationFiled: May 7, 2013Publication date: May 7, 2015Inventors: Jorge Bernardo Boczkowski, Serge Adnot, Maylis Dagouassat, Jean-Marie Gagliolo
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Publication number: 20150119406Abstract: Tricyclic pyrone compounds having high oral bioavailability, excellent blood-brain barrier permeability, and low toxicity are presented. Administration of the compounds to Alzheimer's Disease transgenic models resulted in substantially reduced soluble and insoluble A? species in the brain without affecting general behavior and motor coordination. Furthermore, in addition to blocking the toxicity and formation of both intraneuronal and extracellular A? aggregates, the compounds also increase cellular cholesterol efflux, restore axonal trafficking, and enhance hippocampal synaptic plasticity.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 30, 2014Publication date: April 30, 2015Inventors: Duy H. Hua, Lee-way Jin, Izumi Maezawa, Xinmin Xie
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Publication number: 20150110735Abstract: A centrifugal mixing device can include a shaft assembly that is operably coupled to a motor such that the motor rotates the shaft assembly about a first axis. The devices can further include a turret that is rotatably coupled to the shaft assembly such that the turret rotates about the first axis relative to the shaft assembly. The turret can include a first support, a first canister rotatably coupled to the first support such that the first canister rotates about a second axis, and a second canister rotatably coupled to the first support such that the second canister rotates about a third axis. The turret is configured to rotate about the first axis in a first rotational direction and each of the first and second canisters is configured to rotate about the second and third axes, respectively, in a second rotational direction that is opposite the first rotational direction.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 22, 2013Publication date: April 23, 2015Inventor: Steven Hoffman
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Patent number: 9011905Abstract: A method for effecting weight loss by administering a combination of topiramate and phentermine is provided. The phentermine is generally administered in immediate release form, in a daily dose in the range of 2 mg to 8 mg, in combination with a daily dose of topiramate selected to prevent the loss of effectiveness of phentermine alone. Methods for treating obesity, conditions associated with obesity, and other indications are also provided, as are compositions and dosage forms containing low doses of phentermine and topiramate, e.g., 3.75 mg phentermine and 23 mg topiramate.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2014Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Vivus, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Najarian, Peter Y. Tam, Leland F. Wilson
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Patent number: 9011906Abstract: The present invention is drawn to novel topiramate compositions as well as methods for effecting weight loss, e.g., in the treatment of obesity and related conditions, including conditions associated with and/or caused by obesity per se. The present invention features an escalating dosing regimen adapted for the administration of topiramate and optionally a sympathomimetic agent such as phentermine or bupropion, in the treatment of obesity and related conditions.Type: GrantFiled: September 24, 2014Date of Patent: April 21, 2015Assignee: Vivus, Inc.Inventors: Thomas Najarian, Peter Y. Tam, Leland F. Wilson
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Publication number: 20150099801Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for delaying or preventing progression to type 2 diabetes mellitus in individuals with prediabetes and metabolic syndrome.Type: ApplicationFiled: October 8, 2014Publication date: April 9, 2015Inventors: Wesley Day, Barbara Troupin
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Publication number: 20150093458Abstract: A nutritional supplement for increasing cognitive functioning. The supplement includes a flavonoid such as luteolin and a labdane diterpene such as forskolin. The supplement can also include one or any combination of L-phenylalanine, L-carnitine, acetyl-L-carnitine, and vitamin B6. Artichoke extract can be used as a source of luteolin. Methods of using the nutritional supplements to increase cognitive functioning are also included.Type: ApplicationFiled: September 27, 2014Publication date: April 2, 2015Inventor: Justin SHER
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Publication number: 20150087620Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by the following formula (I): wherein each symbol is as described in the DESCRIPTION, which has a superior peripheral blood lymphocyte decreasing action, and is useful for the treatment or prophylaxis of autoimmune diseases; prophylaxis or suppression of resistance or acute rejection or chronic rejection of transplantation of organ or tissue; treatment or prophylaxis of graft-versus-host (GvH) disease due to bone marrow transplantation; or treatment or prophylaxis of allergic diseases.Type: ApplicationFiled: April 23, 2013Publication date: March 26, 2015Applicant: MITSUBISHI TANABE PHARMA CORPORATIONInventors: Maiko Hamada, Kaoru Tashiro, Hiroshi Sakashita, Masatoshi Kiuchi, Shuzo Takeda, Kunitomo Adachi
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Publication number: 20150072953Abstract: The present disclosure provides mixtures of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both capable of modulating joint inflammation, joint pain, joint stiffness, cartilage degradation, or improving mobility, range of motion, flexibility, joint physical function, or any combination thereof. Such a mixture of prenylated flavonoids, stilbenes, or both with flavans or curcuminoids or both can optionally be used in combination with other joint management agents, such as non-steroidal anti-inflammatory agents/analgesics, COX/LOX inhibiting agents, glucosamine compounds, neuropathic pain relief agents, or the like.Type: ApplicationFiled: June 16, 2014Publication date: March 12, 2015Inventors: Lidia Alfaro Brownell, Min Chu, Mei-Feng Hong, Eu-Jin Hyun, Qi Jia, Ping Jiao, Hyun-Jin Kim, Mi-Ran Kim, Tae-Woo Kim, Bo-Su Lee, Young-Chul Lee, Breanna Moore, Jeong-Bum Nam, Mi-Sun Oh, Mi-Hye Park, Mesfin Yimam, Qian Zhang
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Publication number: 20150072012Abstract: A highly bioavailable, water soluble, sustained release nanoformulation comprising a hydrophobic plant derived compound(s) in an emulsifier phase, and aqueous phase. The formulation provides sustained release of the hydrophobic plant derived compound(s) over a 24 hr time period. A process for preparation of the water soluble nanoformulation is described.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 13, 2014Publication date: March 12, 2015Inventors: Ravichandran SRIPATHY, Venkata Narasimha Siva Rama Raju MANDAPATI, Gopaal AJAY, Nirvanashetty SOMASHEKARA, Ramchand Nanappan CHANIYILPARAMPU, Rama Raju GOKARAJU, Ganga Raju GOKARAJU, Kiran BHUPATHIRAJU, Dwarakanath ANJANA
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Publication number: 20150065431Abstract: The present invention provides methods of reducing cutaneous scar formation by treating a cutaneous wound with a composition comprising a therapeutic agent that is a sodium channel blocker and/or an inhibitor of the Nax/SCN7A pathway. The present invention also provides wound cover components impregnated with such compositions, kits composed of such compositions with a wound dressing or sterile wipe, and mixtures of such compositions with a topical component (e.g., cream, ointment, or gel) suitable for application to a cutaneous wound. The present invention also provides compositions, kits, devices, and methods for treating skin conditions (e.g., dermatitis, psoriasis, or other skin conditions) with such compositions and devices. Examples of such therapeutic agents include, but are not limited to, an inhibitor of a gene or protein selected from: ENac, COX-2, PGE2, PI3K, PKB, Nax Prss8, IL-1?, IL-8, SAPK, Erk gene, p38 gene, PAR2, S100A8, S100A9, S100A12.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 27, 2014Publication date: March 5, 2015Inventors: Wei Xu, Seok Jong Hong, Robert D. Galiano, Thomas A. Mustoe
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Patent number: 8969406Abstract: A compound for inhibiting activity of glutathione s-transferase omega 1 is provided and is represented by the following Formula 1: in which A is p-quino, and R is selected from the group consisting of the following Formula 1a and Formula 1b, where n in Formula 1 is 1 or 2, m in Formula 1b is 1 or 2, and n? in Formula 1b is 1, 2, or 3:Type: GrantFiled: March 18, 2013Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: China Medical UniversityInventors: Yang-Chang Wu, Kuo-Hsiung Lee, Fang-Rong Chang, Da-Wei Chuang, Juan-Cheng Yang
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Patent number: 8969371Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compositions, kits, uses, systems and methods related to naltrexone plus bupropion for treating an overweight or obese subject at increased risk of adverse cardiovascular outcomes. Preferably, the subject has had type-two diabetes for a period of less than 6 years or is a current smoker, optionally that does not have type-two diabetes.Type: GrantFiled: July 2, 2014Date of Patent: March 3, 2015Assignee: Orexigen Therapeutics, Inc.Inventors: Preston Klassen, Kristin Taylor
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Publication number: 20150057343Abstract: The subject invention provides a method of treating acne in a subject which comprises topically and periodically applying to the subject's acne a composition comprising 3-phenyl-1-benzo[f]chromen-1-one and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, wherein the 3-phenyl-1-benzo[f]chromen-1-one is present in an amount effective to treat the subject's acne. The subject invention also provides a method of treating a skin condition associated with abnormal sebum secretion or abnormal sebaceous gland function in a subject, compositions in such methods and a sorting method for identifying agonists of AhR pathway, useful in such methods and compositions.Type: ApplicationFiled: November 7, 2014Publication date: February 26, 2015Applicant: THESAN PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.Inventor: Jean Hilaire SAURAT
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Publication number: 20150056166Abstract: The present invention relates to flavone derivatives and to compositions containing one or more of these flavone derivatives. The present invention further relates to flavone derivatives or compositions for use in the treatment and/or prevention of a viral infection, and to a method of preventing or treating these infections.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 22, 2013Publication date: February 26, 2015Inventors: Thomas Pietschmann, Sibylle Haid, Juliane Gentzsch, Christina Grethe, Elisabeth Davioud-Charvet, Don Antoine Lanfranchi, Mourad Elhabiri, Xavier Benlloch-Martin
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Patent number: 8957108Abstract: The invention relates to the areas of therapeutics, pharmaceuticals, drug discovery, and immunotherapy. More specifically, the present invention relates to methods of stimulating the immune system through the administration of flavone acetic acid [FAA] analogs, and in particular, the flavone acetic acid analog, 5,6-dimethylxanthenone-4-acetic acid (DMXAA) so as to comprise an antimicrobial therapeutic agent for the treatment of viral infections of DNA and RNA viruses in humans and non-human animals. The invention is especially suitable for use in a process of treating and preventing infection by, for example, rhinoviruses, enteroviruses, and influenza viruses.Type: GrantFiled: March 14, 2011Date of Patent: February 17, 2015Assignee: University of Maryland, BaltimoreInventors: Stefanie N. Vogel, Zachary J. Roberts, Jorge Blanco
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Patent number: 8957057Abstract: The present invention concerns the uses of an azaphilone compound of formula (I): formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof as described in the specification for modulation of the activity of a nuclear hormone receptor and for prevention and/or treatment of a disease or disorder related to nuclear hormone receptor activity.Type: GrantFiled: April 5, 2010Date of Patent: February 17, 2015Assignee: Food Industry Research and Development InstituteInventors: Ta-Wei D. Liu, Yen-Lin Chen, Ming-Der Wu, Ming-Jen Cheng, Hui-Ping Chen, Wen-Jung Wu, Kai-Ping Chen, Yu-Shan Lin, Gwo-Fang Yuan
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Publication number: 20150044295Abstract: The present invention provides a combination product, which comprises immediate release pellet of phentermine and sustained-release pellet of topiramate, wherein the pellet of topiramate includes: a) a blank pellet core; b) an active drug layer that contains topiramate and is free of binding agent, the layer being located on surface of the blank pellet core; c) a sustained-release coating layer containing ethyl cellulose and PVP K30, the sustained-release coating layer being located on external of the active drug layer. The present invention further discloses a method for preparing the combination product.Type: ApplicationFiled: March 20, 2013Publication date: February 12, 2015Applicant: Institute of Pharmacology and Toxicology Academy of Military Medical Sciences P.L.A. ChinaInventors: Song LI, Chunseng Gao, Wu Zhong, Yuli Wang, Meiyan Yang, Li Shan, Xinbo Zhou, Zhibing Zheng, Xiaokui Wang
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Patent number: 8951561Abstract: The use of plasmonics enhanced photospectral therapy (PEPST) and exiton-plasmon enhanced phototherapy (EPEP) in the treatment of various cell proliferation disorders, and the PEPST and EPEP agents and probes used therein.Type: GrantFiled: February 20, 2009Date of Patent: February 10, 2015Assignees: Duke University, ImmunolightInventors: Tuan Vo-Dinh, Frederic A. Bourke, Jr.
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Publication number: 20150038569Abstract: Cervical cancer is one of the most common malignancies and is associated with a dismal prognosis. The most common therapeutic option for cervical cancer consists of surgery in early stages, and chemotherapy or radiotherapy in more advanced stages of the disease. Although treatment options have increased for some patients, overall progress has been modest. This invention relates to a method for treating cancer comprising administering an anti-cancer compound. More particularly, the present invention relates to an anti-cervical-cancer compound for treating human cervical cancer and tumor.Type: ApplicationFiled: July 31, 2014Publication date: February 5, 2015Inventors: Hongxi XU, Hong ZHANG, Yuanzhi LAO, Xiaoyu WANG, Kaixian CHEN, Dajian YANG, Shilin CHEN, Chengyuan LIN, Zhaoxiang BIAN, Aiping LU, Albert Sun Chi CHAN
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Publication number: 20150038568Abstract: A pharmaceutic composition for treating an allergic skin disorder. It has an active component and a carrier. The active component has a major active ingredient osthol and a group of minor active ingredients: xanthotoxol, xanthotoxin, isopimpinellin, bergapten, and imperatorine. The major active ingredient osthol accounts for at least 90% by weight of the active component, which accounts for 5-35% by weight of the overall pharmaceutic composition.Type: ApplicationFiled: August 1, 2013Publication date: February 5, 2015Inventor: Liping Yang