Abstract: Described herein are methods for reducing and achieving the desired release of an agent from a delivery system. The desired release kinetics are achieved by exposing the surface of the delivery system with a fluid for a desired period of time.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for treating thyroid-related medical conditions. Many thyroid-related medical conditions exist that go undiagnosed and untreated. These conditions may be prevented and treated with reduced folates and vitamin B12. Administration of reduced folates and vitamin B12 will prevent or treat cerebrospinal folate deficiency, which is linked to thyroid-related medical conditions. Administration of reduced folates and vitamin B12 will also prevent or treat conditions associated with masked megaloblastic anemia and hypothyroidism, and other conditions brought upon through improper thyroid function. Additionally, it is commonplace to treat many thyroid conditions with anti-thyroid drugs or thyroid stimulating drugs. This practice alone is also responsible for causing, or not beneficially addressing, adverse conditions that can be prevented or treated through the methods and compositions discussed herein.

Abstract: A composition for treating, ameliorating and/or preventing conditions associated with cognitive decline and/or motor neuron death comprise a fatty acid component enriched for one or more activated fatty acids and a nutraceutically acceptable excipient. A method for treating, ameliorating and/or preventing conditions associated with cognitive decline and/or motor neuron death includes administering a fatty acid component enriched for one or more activated fatty acids.

Abstract: A formulation of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) for promoting weight loss comprising reconstituted HCG in an amount sufficient to promote weight loss; at least one vitamin selected from the group consisting of: vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B5, vitamin B6, vitamin B7, vitamin B9, and vitamin B12; and at least one dietary supplement selected from the group consisting of: an amino acid, inositol, choline chloride, and L-carnitine.

Abstract: A nutriment or medicament may have a neutral buoyancy for being suspended in a liquid, or at a desired depth within the liquid to improve consumption of the nutriment or medicament and reduce waste. Disclosed also are methods for making and using the neutrally buoyant products.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of co-administration of various vitamin and mineral compositions, and in a specific embodiment, said methods comprise co-administering one composition comprising vitamin A, beta carotene, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin D3, vitamin E, iron, magnesium and zinc, and a second composition comprising omega-3 fatty acids such as DHA, to supplement the nutritional needs of individuals within physiologically stressful states; and kits provided for co-administration of various vitamin and mineral compositions, and in a specific embodiment, said kits comprise one composition comprising vitamin A, beta carotene, B-complex vitamins, vitamin C, vitamin D3, vitamin E, iron, magnesium and zinc, and a second composition comprising omega-3 fatty acids such as DHA, to supplement the nutritional needs of individuals within physiologically stressful states.

Abstract: This disclosure provides compositions of vitamin B12, and methods of treatment or amelioration of a disease associated with vitamin B12 deficiency. The composition can take the form of a solid, semi-solid, gummy, or chewable lozenge. The composition can also take the form of a troche, a candy, a wafer, an orally disintegrating tablet, a sublingual tablet, a buccal tablet, a buccal patch, an oral dissolvable film, an aerosol or spray, a lip balm, and chewing gum.

Abstract: A process for forming microspheres is disclosed. The process includes contacting a solvent with a modified cellulose to form a solution; contacting the modified cellulose solution with at least one bioactive agent to form a discontinuous phase liquid; contacting the discontinuous phase liquid with a continuous phase liquid to form an emulsion; and contacting the emulsion with a third phase liquid to extract the solvent from the emulsion, thereby forming a plurality of modified cellulose microspheres.

Abstract: Amorphous and crystalline solid forms of the anti-HCV compound (1-{3-[6-(9,9-difluoro-7-{2-[5-(2-methoxycarbonylamino-3-methyl-butyryl)-5-aza-spiro[2.4]hept-6-yl]-3H-imidazol-4-yl}-9H-fluoren-2-yl)-1H-benzoimidazol-2-yl]-2-aza-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-carbonyl}-2-methyl-propyl)-carbamic acid methyl ester (Compound I) were prepared and characterized in the solid state: Also provided are processes of manufacture and methods of using the amorphous and crystalline forms.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods for improving cognitive function, improving mood, and decreasing aggression in a normal adult subject, and in a subject having symptoms characteristic of a neurological disorder, by administration of a nutriceutical formulation of the invention to the subject. The invention additionally features methods of treating neurological disorders, depression, and aggression using nutriceutical formulations. Nutriceutical compositions and formulations for use in the methods of the invention, and kits containing nutriceutical compositions and formulations, are also provided.

Abstract: The invention is related to phosphorus substituted compounds with antiviral activity, compositions containing such compounds, and therapeutic methods that include the administration of such compounds, as well as to processes and intermediates useful for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: A method for optimizing the health of humans according to their age and sex is disclosed wherein the method comprises administering to said humans a daily dose of a multiple antioxidant micronutrient composition comprising vitamin A (palmitate), beta-carotene (from natural d. salina), vitamin C (calcium ascorbate), vitamin D-3 (cholecalciferol), natural source vitamin E including both d-alpha tocopherol and d-alpha tocopheryl acid succinate, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, niacinamide ascorbate, d-calcium pantothenate, pyridoxine hydrochloride, cyanocobalamin, folic acid (folacin), d-biotin, selenium (l-seleno methionine), chromium picolinate, zinc glycinate, calcium citrate, and magnesium citrate. For persons over the age of about 51, the composition preferably further comprises one or more of co-enzyme Q10, N-acetyl cysteine, and alpha lipoic acid. Preferably, also, vitamin D is added for women over the age of about 36.

Abstract: Compositions for making implants comprising high levels of resorbable bioceramics have been developed. These compositions comprise P4HB and copolymers thereof filled with bioceramics, and can be prepared with high levels of bioceramic without the compositions becoming too brittle for the intended application. A preferred embodiment comprises P4HB filled with ?-TCP.

Abstract: A method and composition for treating a host infected with flavivirus or pestivirus comprising administering an effective flavivirus or pestivirus treatment amount of a described 1?, 2? or 3?-modified nucleoside or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or prodrug thereof, is provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds and compositions for the inhibition of NAMPT, their synthesis, applications and antidotes. An illustrative compound of the invention is shown below.

Abstract: The present application relates to compositions for use in a method of treating and/or preventing mental and behavioral disorders and/or improving mental health and cognitive functions in a subject, comprising: a) Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives and/or precursors thereof; b) Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives and/or precursors thereof; c) ?-linolenic acid (GLA) and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives and/or precursors thereof; and at least a psychostimulant compound selected among methylphenidate HCl, atomoxetine, amphetamine, gamma-hydroxybutyrate, dextroamphetamine, sibutramine, methylenedioxymethamphetamine, and/or an anxiolytic compound selected among fluoxatine, sertraline, paroxetine, fluoroxamine, citralopram, venlafaxine, bupropion, nefazodone, and mirtazapine.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods, uses and compositions for treating non-infectious diseases with a therapeutically effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising methylsulfonylmethane, glucosamine, L-glycine, and vitamin B12 (or a derivative of any one thereof).

Abstract: A novel method and composition for treating vitamin B12 deficiency mammals that fail to respond to oral vitamin B12 therapy.

Abstract: The subject invention concerns materials and methods for treating or preventing a neurodegenerative condition or disease associated with ?-amyloid peptide deposition in neural tissue in a person or animal by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a polyphenol, or an analog, isomer, metabolite, or prodrug thereof, that increases expression or activity of a protein that exhibits ?-secretase activity. The subject invention also provides methods to increase ?-secretase expression and/or activity in cells by administering polyphenol flavonoids like (?)-epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG) and epicatechin (EC), two polyphenols derived from green tea and other plants and that can be produced synthetically. Furthermore, there are provided methods to decrease or inhibit the production of A?1-40 or A?1-42 by administering the EGCG and EC compounds, their analogs, metabolites, and prodrugs.

Abstract: The preparation and use of photosensitizer-containing nanoparticles including photoactive vitamin-containing nanoparticles as photodynamic antimicrobial agents are disclosed for tissue repair including the treatment of chronic wounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of one or more compounds selected from the following classes of biologically active agents: an a-adrenergic antagonist, an anthelmintic agent, an antifungal agent, an antimalarial agent, an antineoplastic agent, an antipsychotic agent, an antioxidant, a vasodilator and/or a vitamin, or a pharmaceutically acceptable derivative thereof, for use in the treatment of a microbial infection and in particular for killing multiplying, non-multiplying and/or clinically latent microorganisms associated with such an infection.

Abstract: Provided are compounds of Formula I, as well as pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds of Formula I and methods for treating Orthomyxoviridae virus infections by administering these compounds. The compounds, compositions, and methods provided are particularly useful for the treatment of Human Influenza virus infections.

Abstract: The present invention relates to different nutritional supplements to be administered to, or taken by, pregnant women during the first, second and third trimesters of pregnancy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to different nutritional supplements to be administered to, or taken by, pregnant women during the first, second and third trimesters of pregnancy.

Abstract: A composition for use in preventing and/or treating and/or reducing organic, including symptomatic, mental disorders, comprising: a) Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives and/or precursors thereof; b) Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives and/or precursors thereof; c) ?-linolenic acid (GLA) and/or the pharmaceutically acceptable derivatives and/or precursors thereof; and at least one vitamin selected from vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, vitamin E, and/or vitamin D, at least one mineral which is selenium and/or zinc, optionally other vitamins, and optionally a polyphenolic plant extract with antioxidant properties.

Abstract: A micronutrient dosage unit which comprises two or more micronutrients selected from vitamin A, vitamin B2, vitamin B6, vitamin B9, vitamin B12, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, vitamin K, calcium, magnesium, zinc, boron and chromium in one or more specified ratios. This Abstract is not intended to define the invention disclosed in the specification, nor intended to limit the scope of the invention in any way.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds and compositions that modulate adenosine monophosphate deaminase (AMPD) and methods for using the same to treat a clinical condition associated with the metabolic syndrome or a disease associated with the metabolic syndrome. In particular, the present invention provides a compound and a composition comprising a selective AMPD2 inhibitor and methods for using the same, for example, to treat a clinical condition associated with metabolic syndrome as well as diseases manifested by the metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: A relaxation formulation structured to induce a deep state of relaxation in a person comprises amounts of tryptophan, melatonin, vitamin B3, and vitamin B6. Another relaxation formulation also includes an amount of tyrosine, and yet another formulation includes an amount of vitamin B12. At least one embodiment of a relaxation formula comprises a physiologically effective amount of gamma-aminobutyric acid (“GABA”). A delivery system is provided to facilitate administration of the relaxation formulation to a person. The delivery system may include an edible high carbohydrate matrix, such as a chocolate brownie. Alternatively, the delivery system may comprise an inert vaporizable compound to allow the components of the relaxation formulation to be inhaled directly into the lungs of a person. Other delivery systems include an aqueous sublingual spray and a beverage.

Abstract: This application discloses phosphoramidate and phosphonoamidate prodrugs of alcohol-based therapeutic agents, such as nucleosides, nucleotides, acyclonucleosides, C-nucleosides, and C-nucleotides, and use of these prodrugs for treatment of diseases or disorders, including infectious diseases and cancers. This application also discloses a general method for enhancing bioavailability and/or liver-targeting property of alcohol drugs through converting the alcohol drugs to phosphoramidate or phosphonoamidate prodrugs, and methods of preparation of these prodrugs.

Abstract: A skin lubrication lotion that functions as a skin rubbing anti-friction barrier compound to prevent skin rashes from burning of skin from excessive rubbing, said lotion comprising: a lubricant; a skin numbing ingredient including lidocane; a vitamin ingredient, wherein the vitamin is selected from the group consisting of vitamin A, C, E, D or B 12; an ingredient that causes human skin to tingle, wherein the tingling ingredient is selected from the group consisting of menthol and L-arginine ethyl ester; wherein the skin lotion further consisting essentially of about: 71% water, 0.070% sodium benzoate, 0.070% potassium Sorbate, 0.180% citric acidanhydrous (FCC, USP), 14.200% glycerine 99.7%, 14.200% propylene glycol USP, 0.140% Xanthan gun 80 mesh, and 0.140% guar gun 250 (food grade).

Abstract: Provided are compositions and methods for increasing patient CD4+ cell count while undergoing treatment for immune-mediated disease, cancer, heart disease, neurodegenerative disease, or infectious disease by administering to the patient a nutrient composition including, inter alia, alpha lipoic acid, acetyl L-carnitine, and N-acetyl-cysteine.

Abstract: The disclosure is related to anti-viral compounds, compositions containing such compounds, and therapeutic methods that include the administration of such compounds, as well as to processes and intermediates useful for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method to reverse the trend towards progressive resistance to consecutive treatments for T-cell lymphoma in a patient. This method includes selecting a patient having T-cell lymphoma, wherein the patient has had at least one prior treatment for T-cell lymphoma, wherein the prior treatment comprises non-10-propargyl-10-deazaaminopterin; and administering to the patient a composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of 10-propargyl-10-deazaminopterin, whereby the trend towards progressive resistance is reversed.

Abstract: Aspects of the invention provide methods for treatment of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and associated liver fibrosis. In particular, aspects of the invention relate to the use of a therapeutic formulation comprising a galacto-rhamnogalacturonate compound for the treatment of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis and associated liver fibrosis.

Abstract: This invention relates to a composition that contains quercetin, vitamin B1, vitamin B2, vitamin B3, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, vitamin C, caffeine, epigallocatechin gallate, epicatechin, epicatechin gallate, and epigallocatechin.

Abstract: The inventors have determined, contrary to the prior art and experience, how to successfully use triciribine to treat esophogeal adenocarcinoma by one or a combination of (i) administering triciribine only to patients which according to a diagnostic test described below, exhibit enhanced sensitivity to the drug; (ii) use of a described dosage level that minimizes the toxicity of the drug but yet still exhibits efficacy; or (iii) use of a described dosage regimen that minimizes the toxicity of the drug.

Abstract: Formulations are provided for the improvement of sleep patterns. The formulations generally include a trigger complex, an elemental complex and a coenzyme-vitamin B complex. The trigger complex is high in fiber such as glucomannan and includes Metallo-Lactoferrin protein in an alkaline buffer system. The elemental complex includes one or more trace element as a suitable salt. The coenzyme-vitamin B complex includes one or more coenzyme, coenzyme precursor and/or B-vitamin. The compositions may optionally include additional components such as 5-hydroxy-L-tryptophan (5-HTP), choline, melatonin, milk protein hydrolysate, L-arginine, and L-carnitine. The compositions can be administered orally in a variety of forms.

Abstract: One example embodiment includes a chemical composition for the treatment of acne. The chemical composition includes pantothenic acid and L-Carnitine.

Abstract: This disclosure provides compositions of vitamin B12, and methods of treatment or amelioration of a disease associated with vitamin B12 deficiency. The composition can take the form of a solid, semi-solid, gummy, or chewable lozenge. The composition can also take the form of a troche, a candy, a wafer, an orally disintegrating tablet, a sublingual tablet, a buccal tablet, a buccal patch, an oral dissolvable film, an aerosol or spray, a lip balm, and chewing gum.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical composition for treating hemorrhage caused by blood clotting disorder and use thereof. The pharmaceutical composition comprises (per unit): L-ornithine 0.5-8 g, aspartic acid 1-5 g, arginine 3-10 g and vitamin B6 3-10 g. The pharmaceutical composition can treat hemorrhage caused by blood clotting disorder effectively and is very appropriate for treating patient at stake.

Abstract: The invention relates to treatments of cognitive disorders e.g. Mild Cognitive Disorder comprising the use of agents which are capable of lowering homocysteine levels in a subject, preferably a human subject. Aspects of the invention relate to a method of treating such disorders comprising administering one or more B vitamins e.g. folic acid, Vitamin B6 and/or Vitamin B12 or derivatives thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a medicament, the active principle of which is a leucine and, for example, a N-ACETYL-DL-LEUCINE. It can be applied to the prevention and/or treatment of eye diseases or disorders and especially of hereditary dystrophies of the retina, glaucomatous neuropathy, glaucoma, macular degeneration, myopia, presbyopia, hypermetropia, astigmatism, all the ophtalmologic diseases or disorders inducing a decrease of visual function and/or age-related physiological vision decline.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and compositions for balancing electron reduction potentials of formulations in a manner that reduces susceptibility to changes from xenobiotics. The present invention also provides novel compositions of matter based on structuring from a mobile nucleotide integral to its architecture.

Abstract: A composition comprising various vitamins to make a multi-vitamin. The vitamins identified in multi-vitamin include vitamin B-1, vitamin B-2, niacinamide, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12, pantothenic acid, folic acid, beta carotene, iron, biotin, choline, vitamin A, vitamin E and vitamin C. The multi-vitamin soothe pain, depression, weakness and insomnia and works best with variety of food and less dairy products. Lead combined with calcium effects are severe than lead effects only; it elevates blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, weight and cause frequent infections; bigger than normal dose of antibiotics need in infections; and variation in quantities of few vitamins are needed to soothe the symptoms.

Abstract: N-(aminoacyl)-amino compound, represented by the following formula Wherein R1 denotes hydrogen, low alkyl or carbonyl, and N1 denotes an NH group and R2 denotes hydrogen or low alkylphenyl or aralkyl or imidazoalkyl or indolylalkyl, R1 and R2 together may complete a pyrrolidine or piperidine or thiazolidine ring and R3 denotes hydrogen or methyl or low alkyl and R4 denotes hydrogen or alkyl or the group remaining on exclusion of R4 from the formula and Z is a straight chain or branched alkylene, which may contain up to 3 carbon atoms. and R5 is nitrogen or sulphur or oxygen or salts thereof and ester compounds, characterised in that A is an ester or amino acid or alternatively sodium or a potassium salt of arginate and/or of ornithate and/or of aspharaginate.

Abstract: A fluid supplement is provided that is specifically tailored to meet the health and nutritional needs of a pregnant woman and her developing fetus. The fluid supplement also combats the symptoms of nausea and vomiting that are commonly associated with pregnancy. The fluid supplement contains vitamins, minerals, dietary supplements, and flavor-enhancing ingredients in amounts that safely provide health and nutritional benefits to both the woman and her developing fetus. By using the fluid supplement, a pregnant woman is able to obtain the health and nutritional benefits in a single dose of a palatable fluid supplement instead of having to swallow multiple pills per day.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method of treatment of a human patient suffering from Myeloid Neoplasias, comprising administrating a therapeutically effective amount of acadesine, acadesine precursors or acadesine derivatives.

Abstract: Compounds having the structure of Formula I, including pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds, are CETP inhibitors and are useful for raising HDL-cholesterol, reducing LDL-cholesterol, and for treating or preventing atherosclerosis.

Abstract: Methods for treating disease states in a subject caused or exacerbated by the presence of excess nitric oxide (NO) or excess cyanide are provided. Methods for alleviating the symptoms of a disease state in a subject caused or exacerbated by the presence of excess nitric oxide (NO) or excess cyanide in the subject are also provided. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising cobinamide and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier are also provided.

Abstract: There is provided a dietary supplement product comprising a sealed package containing a single dose of a dietary supplement, the dietary supplement including one or more active agents such as vitamins and mineral dispersed with a carrier so that it is in the form of a free-flowing, dry particulate which pours readily and dissolves rapidly on the tongue.