Abstract: The present invention provides aqueous ophthalmic compositions in the form of solution comprising hexanoic acid, 6-(nitrooxy)-, (1S,2E)-3-[(1R,2R,3S,5R)-2-[(2Z)-7-(ethylamino)-7-oxo-2-hepten-1-yl]-3,5-dihydroxycyclopentyl]-1-(2-phenylethyl)-2-propen-1-yl ester and macrogol 15 hydroxystearate as the only solubilizing agent, and a method for their preparation.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods containing hemp and/or Cannabis-derived cannabidiol (CBD) for topical use in treating female sexual dysfunction induced by antidepressants, including, e.g., selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), serotonin/norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors (SNRIs), and other anti-depressants.

Abstract: A group of inventions relates to pharmaceutics and refers to a method for preparing a liposomal composition and a pharmacologically active liposomal composition for ophthalmotherapy prepared by this method. The method is implemented by creating a mixture of solutions of latanoprost, egg phosphatidylcholine and cholesterol in organic solvents, vacuum drying thereof, emulsifying in an aqueous medium, and dispersing an emulsion under pressure. According to the invention, a solution of dipalmytoyl phosphatidylglycerol is introduced into the mixture of solutions, wherein latanoprost, egg phosphatidylcholine, and cholesterol are dissolved in ethyl alcohol, while dipalmytoyl phosphatidylglycerol is dissolved in a mixture of ethyl alcohol and chloroform. The emulsifying of the dried mixture is conducted by a lactose solution in a pH 7.1 buffer, while the dispersing of the emulsion is conducted at a stepwise pressure increase from 300 to 800 at followed by a sterilizing filtration and a freeze drying.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: An eye drop composition for treating glaucoma is disclosed. The eye drop composition includes a prostaglandin analogue, a thickening agent, and a solubilizing agent, wherein the thickening agent is carboxymethylcellulose or a salt thereof, and the solubilizing agent is tyloxapol.

Abstract: The invention provides novel pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of increased intraocular pressure based on semifluorinated alkanes which are useful as carriers for a broad range of active ingredients. Preferred active ingredients include poorly water-soluble prostaglandin analogues. The compositions can be administered topically into the eye. The invention further provides kits comprising such compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an ophthalmic solution comprising (i) bimatoprost or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt in an amount ranging from about 0.005% to 0.015% weight by volume; (ii) a biguanide compound in an amount ranging from about 0.003% to 0.05% weight by volume; (iii) an acylated amino acid in an amount ranging from about 0.01% to 0.1% weight by volume; (iv) pharmaceutically acceptable excipients and (v) purified water.

Abstract: Pest-repellent pallet slip sheets for preventing or reducing rodent or pest damage to goods placed on pallets or other locations. The pest-repellent pallet slip sheets generally include slip sheets designed for placement on the top portion of a pallet, such that the slip sheet covers substantially the entire pallet. The slip sheets may be treated with repellent substance all over, randomly, or in a pattern such that a specific portion, or all, of the slip sheet is treated with the pest-repellent substance. The pattern may be produced, for example, by feeding slip sheet material past an application device at a given rate of speed, and then intermittently interrupting the application of the pest-repellent substance if an intermittent pattern is desired. A colored dye may be added to the pest-repellent substance to create a visible indication of a pattern or treated area.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for the treatment of hair growth and the prevention of hair loss.

Abstract: A trailer apparatus has a hitch bar, a first frame member coupled to the hitch bar by a compound pivot, and to a second frame member, allowing the second frame member to rotate vertically about the first frame member, a wheel mounted on a horizontal axis to one side of the first frame member, an elongated connecting link member coupled to the first frame member at a and to the second frame member at a position along the length of the second frame member, a first cargo-supporting element mounted to the same side of the first frame member as the wheel is mounted and a second cargo-supporting element mounted to the second frame member on the same side as the wheel is mounted, wherein the trailer may be configured into three positions, one for loading, one for hauling, and a third with the apparatus stowed for transport.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical formulation comprising misoprostol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. In particular, the invention relates to a dispersible tablet comprising misoprostol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, providing alternative routes of administration. The tablet is particularly suited for cervical ripening, induction of labor, prevention and/or treatment of postpartum or post-abortion hemorrhage.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I): in which R1 is a hydrogen atom, a phenyl radical, or a straight or branched, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon radical having 1 to 8 carbon atoms.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: The present invention provides tromethamine salt of (Z)-7-[3,5-Dihydroxy-2-((E)-3-hydroxy-5-phenyl-pent-1-enyl)-cyclopentyl]-hept-5-enoic acid in crystalline Form 1 and amorphous form. This compound is may also be referred to as “tromethamine salt of bimatoprost acid.” The invention crystalline form is useful for solid ocular implant or topical formulations, utilized in the treatment of various ocular conditions, such as, for example, ocular hypertension.

Abstract: A computer implemented method of diagnosing whether a human subject is infected with Zika virus, includes: determining a correlation between a fundus test image of an eye of the human subject for presence of gross macular pigment mottling with a known set of Zika virus infected fundus images and with a known set of healthy fundus images, wherein a high correlation/low correlation between the fundus test image and the known set of Zika virus infected fundus images indicates that there is a high probability/low probability that the human subject is infected with Zika virus, wherein a high correlation/low correlation between the fundus test image and the known set of healthy fundus images indicates that there is a low probability/high probability that the human subject is infected with Zika virus.

Abstract: Described is a method of synthesizing 6-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)bicyclo[3.3.0] octan-3-one by reacting 3-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl) cyclopentene with dichloroketene. The resulting reaction products are reacted with acetic acid and zinc to produce 4-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)bicyclo[3.2.0]heptan-6-one and 4-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)bicyclo [3.2.0]heptan-7-one, which are reacted with trimethylsulfonium iodide to produce 2-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)spiro[bicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-6,2?-oxirane] and 4-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)spiro-[bicyclo-[3.2.0]heptane-6,2?-oxirane]. Lithium iodide is reacted with 2-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)spiro[bicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-6,2?-oxirane] and 4-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)spiro-[bicyclo-[ 3.2.0]heptane-6,2?-oxirane] to produce 6-(5-ethoxyhept-1-yl)bicyclo[3.3.0]octan-3-one. A method of synthesizing 6-(5-methoxyhept-1-yl)bicyclo[3.3.0]octan-3-one is also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are a composition for preventing and treating atherosclerosis which includes chalcone compound. In particular, the chalcone compound bound with 2-hydroxyl in ring A and 4?-methyoxy in ring B has versatile therapeutic potentials on anti-atherosclerosis by acting as PPAR? inducer, p44/42 MAPK inhibitor and cell cycle blocker and does not show toxicity to human aortic smooth muscle cells (HASMCs). In addition, the chalcone compound exhibits synergistic effect with the PPAR? ligand (rosiglitazone) to inhibit cell proliferation and the upregulation of cyclin D1, cyclin D3, interleukin-1? (IL-1?) and interleukin-6 (IL-6) induced by oxidized low density lipoprotein (Ox-LDL).

Abstract: Prostaglandin conjugates and derivatives and methods for their use to treat glaucoma and/or lower intraocular pressure are disclosed. Additionally, ophthalmic pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of eye diseases such as glaucoma and elevated intraocular pressure are disclosed. Such compositions comprise an effective amount of prostaglandin conjugates or derivatives of the present invention.

Abstract: In a multilamellar liposome, a pharmaceutical agent is encapsulated in the liposome in the absence of a partition enhancing buffer. Preferably, the pharmaceutical agent is prostaglandin E1 (PGE1). The pharmaceutical agent may be administered to a mammal in an amount effective to treat vascular disease. The release of the pharmaceutical agent from the multilamellar liposome may be regulated by proper selection of liposome size, dosage of the pharmaceutical agent, lipid to pharmaceutical agent weight ratio, and rate of infusion of the pharmaceutical agent.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sustained release compositions of prostacyclin, as well as uses thereof, in particular for the prevention and/or treatment of pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: Provided are methods of lightening skin by applying certain aromatic compounds or botanical extracts containing such compounds to the skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to tiglien-3-one compounds and their use in methods of treating or preventing protozoal infections, bacterial infections, parasitic infections and cell proliferative disorders. The tiglien-3-one compounds are also used in methods of controlling pests in humans, animals, plants and the environment.

Abstract: Methods and systems are described for a rapid and sustainable change in the pigment melanin content of melanocytes of the iris stroma, thereby to change the color of the eye. Also described are compositions for lightening or darkening the pigmented tissues or treating a pigmented tissue disease.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides solid compositions comprising a stabilized salt of aminocarboxylic acid. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising [(1R,5S,6S)-6-(aminomethyl)-3-ethylbicyclo[3.2.0]hept-3-en-6-yl]acetic acid monobenzenesulfonate in combination with appropriate additives are also provided.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: Compositions, kits and methods for treating leukemia in a subject (e.g., human) include a first anti-cancer drug consisting of: ?12-prostaglandin J3 or a derivative thereof, or a prostaglandin D receptor (DP) agonist. The compositions may further include a second anti-cancer drug. ?12-prostaglandin J3 is a stable metabolite of omega-3 fatty acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and was discovered to have anti-leukemic properties. ?12-prostaglandin J3 was shown to be highly effective in eradicating the leukemia stem cells (LSC) in two murine models of leukemia, thus increasing the survival of the mice. DP agonists were shown to induce apoptosis of human primary Acute Myelogenous Leukemia cells and may be used in compositions, kits and methods for treating leukemia in a subject. The compositions, kits and methods may be particularly useful for treating human subjects who are resistant to one or more anti-cancer drugs.

Abstract: Provided are methods, compositions, systems, and kits for treating metabolic syndrome or a disorder associated with metabolic syndrome, e.g., obesity, dyslipidemia, and/or a diabetic condition, comprising administering systemically to a subject one or more compounds of the Formula (I) and/or (II): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, solvate, stereoisomer, polymorph, tautomer, isotopically enriched derivative, or prodrug thereof, wherein , L, R1, R2, Z, X, A and B are defined herein.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides treprostinil derivatives that can act as prodrugs of treprostinil. The treprostinil derivatives can be used to treat any conditions responsive to treatment with treprostinil, including pulmonary hypertension, such as pulmonary arterial hypertension.

Abstract: A combination of compounds is described for the treatment and/or prevention of skin conditions linked to hypopigmentation. Also described, is a combination product that includes at least one prostaglandin receptor agonist and at least one MC1R receptor agonist, as a medicament for use simultaneously, separately or spread out over time for the treatment and/or prevention of skin conditions linked to hypopigmentation, such as vitiligo.

Abstract: Compositions, kits and methods for treating leukemia in a subject (e.g., human) include a first anti-cancer drug consisting of: ?12-prostaglandin J3 or a derivative thereof, or a prostaglandin D receptor (DP) agonist. The compositions may further include a second anti-cancer drug. ?12-prostaglandin J3 is a stable metabolite of omega-3 fatty acid, eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA), and was discovered to have anti-leukemic properties. ?12-prostaglandin J3 was shown to be highly effective in eradicating the leukemia stem cells (LSC) in two murine models of leukemia, thus increasing the survival of the mice. DP agonists were shown to induce apoptosis of human primary Acute Myelogenous Leukemia cells and may be used in compositions, kits and methods for treating leukemia in a subject. The compositions, kits and methods may be particularly useful for treating human subjects who are resistant to one or more anti-cancer drugs.

Abstract: Fulvic acid as the active ingredient is used in the treatment or inhibition of multi-drug resistant bacteria, in particular NDM-1 bacteria producing carbapenemase or extended-spectrum ?-lactamase (ES8L) resistant bacteria. The multi-drug resistant bacteria may be gram negative bacteria including, but not limited to, Klebsiella pneumoniae or Escherichia coli. The fulvic acid can be provided in combination with one or more antibiotics from the class of carbapenems or polymyxin antibiotics.

Abstract: A method for manufacturing a fatty acid derivative represented by formula (I) is provided: wherein Z1 is wherein R3 is a protecting group for a hydroxy group; which includes the step of reacting a compound of formula (II): wherein Z2 is the same as Z1 except for when Z1 is Z2 is with a co-oxidizer under the presence of an azaadamantane-N-oxyl derivative.

Abstract: A method of protecting a retinal neuronal cell by administering an effective amount of a prostaglandin F2? derivative to a patient. A method of preventing or treating an eye disease associated with retinal neuronal cell damage by administering a therapeutically effective amount of a prostaglandin F2? derivative to a patient.

Abstract: The invention provides new crystalline forms of 7-[3,5-Dihydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-5-phenyl-pent-1-enyl)-cyclopentyl]-hept-5-enoic acid. This compound is commonly referred to as “bimatoprost acid.” The novel crystalline forms are designated forms I, II, and III. The invention crystalline forms are useful for solid ocular implant formulations, utilized in the treatment of various ocular conditions, such as, for example, ocular hypertension. In addition, invention crystalline forms are useful for solid or semisolid dosage formulations used to treat ocular hypertension.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new pharmaceutical application of a 15,15-difluoroprostaglandin F2? derivative. As a result of intensive studies in order to find a new pharmaceutical application of a 15,15-difluoroprostaglandin F2? derivative, it was found that, in a European Phase III clinical trial for tafluprost, one of the 15,15-difluoroprostaglandin F2? derivatives, with patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension, tafluprost has actions of growing eyelashes, making eyelashes thicker, and changing the color thereof, that is, has an effect of promoting the growth of hair (eyelashes). Therefore, a 15,15-difluoroprostaglandin F2? derivative is useful as a hair growth promoting agent, and is expected to be useful as an active ingredient of a preventive or therapeutic agent for a disease associated with hair such as alopecia and a hair care product or a hair cosmetic product for regrowing hair, growing hair, increasing hair density, nourishing hair, or the like.

Abstract: A colloidal anionic oil-in-water emulsion includes a prostaglandin, an oil having a iodine value ?2, a surfactant and water, provided the anionic oil-in-water emulsion does not contain polyvinyl alcohol. The use of the anionic oil-in-water emulsions for enhancing the stability of the prostaglandins, for the treatment of ocular hypertension and/or glaucoma, for promoting growth of eyelashes and/or for treating eyelash hypotrichosis is also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to a composition for use in treating corneal and conjunctival lesions, wherein the composition comprises a prostaglandin F2alpha or analogue, in a therapeutic amount, said composition being in a form suitable for topical application on the ocular surface and is free of deleterious preservative; the invention also relates to a method for treating surface ocular conditions in a patient in need thereof, comprising administering a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compositions and methods for enhancing the health of nails and cuticles in a mammal, including humans. The compositions may be administered topically to the nail bed, nail matrix and cuticle in an amount effective to enhance nail health. The composition is also effective in strengthening and growing nails.

Abstract: The disclosure describes nanocarried and/or microcarried jasmonate compounds and their pharmaceutical compositions, as well as use thereof for treating or preventing angiogenesis-related or NF-?B-related disorders. Also disclosed are methods of making the nanocarried and/or microcarried compounds and their compositions.

Abstract: A method and apparatus for administering an active agent such as a medicine to a subject, uses an ocular implant such as a punctal plug, to which the active agent has been applied. The implant is installed at the eye of the subject for administering the active agent via tissues of the eye.

Abstract: The lacrimal implant delivery systems and methods described herein provide for controlled release of a therapeutic agent for the treatment of disease, including the treatment of glaucoma, ocular hypertension, or elevated intraocular pressure with latanoprost or other anti-glaucoma agents. Treatment of disease, including glaucoma, ocular hypertension, or elevated intraocular pressure with latanoprost or other anti-glaucoma agent in conjunction with penetration enhancer, such as benzalkonium chloride, and/or artificial tears is also provided.

Abstract: Control or repellency of mosquitoes is accomplished by bringing the insects into contact with at least one of the compounds of the structure (I) wherein R is selected from —OH, ?O, —OC(O)R4, —OR6, —(OR6)2, wherein each R6 is independently selected from an alkyl group containing from 1 to 4 carbon atoms and R4 is a branched or straight chain, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbyl group with zero to two double bonds and from 1 to 15 carbon atoms; X is O or CH2, with the proviso that when X is O R can only be ?O; each Z is independently selected from (CH) and (CH2); y is a numeral selected from 1 and 2; R1 is selected from H or a branched or straight chain, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbyl group with zero to two double bonds and from 1 to 15 carbon atoms; R2 is selected from H and a branched or straight chain, saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbyl group with zero to three double bonds and from 1 to 15 carbon atoms; R3 is selected from the group consisting of H and a branched or straight chain, satur

Abstract: Described herein are compositions comprising a prostaglandin FP receptor agonist (PFPRA) compound and a fatty acid ester (e.g., isopropyl myristate), optionally comprising an ointment base such as a hydrocarbon base (e.g., petroleum jelly) and/or an organic alcohol (e.g., propylene glycol), that, when topically applied to the skin, locally delivers a therapeutically effective amount of the PFPRA compound to subcutaneous fat under the skin, and methods of preparation. The therapeutic effect is, for example, reduction of the subcutaneous fat under the skin. Further provided are methods of reducing body fat in a subject comprising topically administering the composition to the subject.

Abstract: Biocompatible intraocular implants include a prostamide component and a biodegradable polymer that is effective in facilitating release of the prostamide component into an eye for an extended period of time. The prostamide component may be associated with a biodegradable polymer matrix, such as a matrix of a two biodegradable polymers. The implants may be placed in an eye to treat or reduce a at least one symptom of an ocular condition, such as glaucoma.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds having a structure selected from among Formula (I), Formula (II), Formula (III), Formula (IV), Formula (V) and Formula (VI) that are androgen receptor modulators and/or androgen receptor binding agents. Also disclosed are methods of making and using such compounds, including, but not limited to, using such compounds for treating various conditions.

Abstract: The present invention provides, inter alia, a compound having the structure: (Formula (I). Also provided are compositions containing a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and a compound according to the present invention. Further provided are methods for treating or ameliorating the effects of an excitotoxic disorder in a subject, methods of modulating ferroptosis in a subject, methods of reducing reactive oxygen species (ROS) in a cell, and methods for treating or ameliorating the effects of a neurodegenerative disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of treating benign hyperproliferative diseases of the epidermis by administering a composition comprising at least one jasmonate ester derivative. In particular, the present invention provides jasmonate ester derivatives as potent compounds useful for the treatment of disorders such as actinic keratoses with reduced side effects.