Abstract: A method of treating irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, and other inflammatory conditions, comprising: administering to a patient in need thereof an effective amount of a compound selected from compound 1, its metabolite 2 and pharmaceutically acceptable salts or prodrugs thereof:

Abstract: The present invention relates to the increase of the action of crop protection agents containing certain phthalic acid diamides by the addition of ammonium salts and/or phosphonium salts or by the addition of ammonium or phosphonium salts and penetration promoters, the corresponding agents, processes for their preparation and their use in crop protection.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the treatment of anti-estrogen resistant breast cancer using retinoid compounds that are modulators of Retinoid X Receptors are provide.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for a disease accompanying an abnormality in an amount of insulin or insulin response, an insulin-mimetic action agent, a food, beverage, or feed, an agent for enhancement of glucose uptake into a cell, and an agent for inducing differentiation into an adipocyte, each comprising as an effective ingredient at least one compound selected from the group consisting of specified compounds having an insulin-mimetic action, derivatives thereof, and pharmacologically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: A UGT2B inhibitor capable of increasing the bio-availability of a drug, is a compound in a free base or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt form that is selected from the group consisting of: capillarisin, isorhamnetin, ?-naphthoflavone, ?-naphthoflavone, hesperetin, terpineol, (+)-limonene, ?-myrcene, swertiamarin, eriodictyol, cineole, apigenin, baicalin, ursolic acid, isovitexin, lauryl alcohol, puerarin, trans-cinnamaldehyde, 3-phenylpropyl acetate, isoliquritigenin, paeoniflorin, gallic acid, genistein, glycyrrhizin, protocatechuic acid, ethyl myristate, umbelliferone, PEG (Polyethylene glycol) 400, PEG 2000, PEG 4000, Tween 20, Tween 60, Tween 80, BRIJ® 58, BRIJ® 76, Pluronic® F68, Pluronic® F127, and a combination thereof.

Abstract: Administration of a therapeutically effective amount of 3,5-diiodothyropropionic acid stimulates weight loss in patients, lowers triglyceride levels and reduces risk of death or progression of coronary heart disease in patients with metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The invention relates to a suspension of albumin and tannic acid for maintaining gastrointestinal homeostasis.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by the formula: wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification. Since the compound of the present invention has superior hypoglycemic action and superior hypolipidemic action, it is useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of diabetes, hyperlipidemia, impaired glucose tolerance and the like.

Abstract: Substituted aryl and heteroaryl derivatives are disclosed. The compounds are useful for treating type 2 diabetes and related conditions. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment are also included.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) wherein R1 is a cycloalkylsulphonyl group, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, are useful in the prophylactic and therapeutic treatment of hyperglycemia and diabetes.

Abstract: Novel compounds of the general formula (I), the use of these compounds as pharmaceutical compositions, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds and methods of treatment employing these compounds and compositions. The present compounds are activators of PPAR? and should be useful for treating conditions mediated by the same.

Abstract: New antioxidants derived from lichen extracts are reported; lecanoric acid, erythrin, sekikaic acid, and lobaric acid were reported as potent natural antioxidants for the treatment of disease and protection of products from the effect of oxidizing components.

Abstract: The invention provides ophthalmic formulations of Amyloid-? contrast agents. Also provided are methods of using such formulations in the diagnosis of Alzheimer's Disease or a predisposition thereto as well as methods for the prognosis of Alzheimer's Disease.

Abstract: Neurite outgrowth-promoting prostaglandins (NEPPs) and other electrophilic compounds bind to Keap1, a negative regulator of the transcription factor Nrf2, and prevent Keap1-mediated inactivation of Nrf2 and, thus, enhance Nrf2 translocation into the nucleus of neuronal cells. Therefore, neuroprotective compositions and related methods are provided that employ such neuroprotective compounds, and prodrugs of such compounds, to cause dissociation of Nrf2 from a Keap1/Nrf2 complex.

Abstract: This invention relates to the novel use of a composition comprising benzoic acid or a derivative of benzoic. It has been found surprisingly that the long-term ingestion of benzoic acid by swine was followed by a significant increase of the bone resistance and mineralization. The benzoic acid or its derivative can be administered to the animal either in its feed composition or in its drinking water.

Abstract: Biphenyl compounds having the formula (I): are useful for preventing/treating pathologies linked to a deficiency of the activation of the RAR gamma receptor, e.g., for treating a pathology linked to a cell differentiation and/or proliferation disorder, for treating acne, for treating psoriasis.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted phenoxyacetic acids as useful pharmaceutical compounds for treating respiratory disorders, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and processes for their preparation.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for dissolving at least one compound of low solubility in water, the said process comprising the essential step of mixing the compound of low solubility with at least one lipophilic amino acid derivative. The invention also relates to a cosmetic or dermatological composition comprising, in a physiologically acceptable medium, at least one compound of low solubility and at least one lipophilic amino acid derivative. Among the compounds of low solubility that are especially included are aminophenol derivatives, salicylic acid derivatives, 2-amino-4-alkylaminopyrimidine 3-oxide derivatives and DHEA, and also its chemical or metabolic derivatives and precursors.

Abstract: Process for the treatment of visible and/or tactile irregularities of human skin, by applying topically, to the skin, a composition containing at least one hydroxy acid chosen from ?-hydroxy acids, ?-hydroxy acids, ?-keto acids, ?-keto acids, and mixtures thereof, and at least one cationic polymer, leaving the composition in contact with the skin for a period of time sufficient for the composition to act, and optionally, removing the composition by rinsing. Associated compositions.

Abstract: An insect repellent composition that includes a blend of either all natural oils or synthetic ingredients, a sunscreen vitamin F, volatile silicones to extend the effective repellent life of the spray and a film forming polymer to resist water wash off. The natural oils and extracts can include citronella and orange and the synthetics can include D-limonene and phtalic acid.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound of the formulas (Ia) or (Ib) or (IIa) or (IIb) and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier wherein the symbols and substituents have the following meaning —X— is e.g. and Y being e.g. or the pharmaceutically acceptable salts can be applied to modulate the in-vitro and in-vivo binding processes mediated by E-, P- or L-selectin binding.

Abstract: The present invention provides multi-step methods for treating pain and/or inflammation. In a preferred embodiment, the method comprises administering to a patient in need of relief of pain and/or inflammation the following three components: (1) a skin penetration enhancer; (2) a daytime analgesic; and (3) a nighttime joint and muscle rejuvenator. The present invention also provides an analgesic composition comprising PHYTOLANE LS® and garlic oil, preferably in a cream or ointment base.

Abstract: A liquid cleansing composition comprising a cleansing surfactant, an adsorbed skin-care agent, adsorptive polymeric particles having an adsorption capacity of at least 2 g of skin care agent per gm of dry polymeric particles, a polymeric thickening agent having a molecular weight in the range of 500,000-10,000,000 Dalton, a water-soluble polymer having a molecular weight in the range of 200-50,000 Dalton, and a hydrophilic liquid, the said cleansing composition having the following features i) the low molecular weight, water-soluble polymer component functions as a foam-boosting and thixotropy-boosting agent; ii) the ratio of the Brookfield viscosity at 1 rpm of spindle speed to the Brookfield viscosity at 100 rpm of spindle speed is at least 10; and iii) the foam-volume is at least 20% higher with the water-soluble, polymeric, foam-boosting component than without it.

Abstract: Diaminoalkanes of Formula I have now been found which are orally active and bind to aspartic proteases to inhibit their activity. They are useful in the treatment or amelioration of diseases associated with elevated levels of aspartic protease activity. The invention also relates to a method for the use of the compounds of Formula I in ameliorating or treating aspartic protease related disorders in a subject in need thereof comprising administering to said subject an effective amount of a compound of Formula I.

Abstract: The invention relates to plasminogen activator-1 (PAI-1) inhibitor compounds and uses thereof in the treatment of any disease or condition associated with elevated PAI-1. The invention includes, but is not limited to, the use of such compounds to modulate lipid metabolism and treat conditions associated with elevated PAI-1, cholesterol, or lipid levels.

Abstract: Agents useful for the treatment of various metabolic disorders, such as insulin resistance syndrome, diabetes, hyperlipidemia, fatty liver disease, cachexia, obesity, atherosclerosis and arteriosclerosis are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel feed composition for animals, for example poultry, comprising as active ingredient benzoic acid, derivatives or metabolites thereof, in combination with a mixture of at least two active compounds selected from the group consisting of thymol, eugenol and piperine. The inventors found that in addition to the well known function of benzoic acid, this compound can be used as a potential growth promoter when it is combined with a mixture of at least two active compounds selected from the group consisting of thymol, eugenol and piperine. In particular the inventors have been able to demonstrate that a mixture of these chemical compounds present in different parts of plants, used in synergy and in combination with an appropriate amount of benzoic acid, exhibits, in totally unexpected manner, the effects sought by the present invention of improving the digestibility of poultry feed, i.e. for improving feed conversion ratio and/or daily weight gain in animal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new methoxylated aromatic compounds. It also relates to novel compositions comprising methoxylated aromatic compounds as well as to the use of these compositions as a medicament, in particular as a medicament for the treatment, co-treatment or prevention of inflammatory disorders.

Abstract: A transdermal preparation for external use which contains a photosensitive NSAID and a UV blocker having a high ability to migrate into the skin. Thus, it becomes possible to ensure, in a transdermal preparation for external use containing a NSAID, the inhibition of the onset of light-induced non-immunological or immunological skin symptoms by the above-described component.

Abstract: Liquid medicaments incorporate about 1.0-3.0% active benzoyl peroxide (BP) by weight in substantially fully solubilized form, while being substantially free of acetone and other harsh, dermatologically undesirable solvents. The novel compositions are produced by (a) creating an emulsion or slurry of BP in an emollient, topically acceptable ester, and (b) dissolving the emulsion or slurry in absolute alcohol. The medicaments may be used in the treatment of BP-responsive skin conditions in mammals, e.g., acne vulgaris or rosacea. The novel medicaments may be dispensed directly to the affected skin area through the use of an applicator device comprising a fluid reservoir associated with a foam applicator tip, or via a spray dispenser, atomizer or pump spray.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a therapeutic agent for diabetes with sulfonylurea secondary failure, which contains a GPR40 agonist. According to the present invention, a therapeutic agent for diabetes with sulfonylurea secondary failure that affords a superior insulin secretion effect and a superior hypoglycemic effect even in diabetic patients for whom a sulfonylurea compound or a fast-acting insulin secretagogue fails to provide an insulin secretion effect and therefore, fails to provide a sufficient hypoglycemic effect can be provided.

Abstract: The invention provides a biological dressing for treatment of a dermatological disease comprised of one or more resins or other film-forming agents, a topically acceptable volatile solvent, and a pharmacologically active agent. The combined one or more resins are present in a suitable amount such that the composition, when the solvent evaporates, will dry to form a solid coating that sticks to the skin, nail or mucosal membrane to which the composition is applied, and maintain the pharmacologically active agent over a sustained period of time in contact with sites on the skin or mucosal membranes exhibiting symptoms of the disease. Methods are provided for treating symptoms of dermatological diseases with such a pharmacological composition.

Abstract: A method of inhibiting NF-?B activation in a mammal including a human, which comprises the step of administering an effective dose of a substance selected from the group consisting of a compound represented by the following general formula (I) and a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof, and a hydrate thereof and a solvate thereof:

Abstract: A compound of formula (I); in free or pharmaceutically acceptable salt form, where R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, m, n, w, X, Y and Q have the meanings as indicated in the specification, are useful for treating conditions mediated by the CRTh2 receptor, especially inflammatory or obstructive airways diseases.

Abstract: The synthesis and use of bifunctional molecules to improve the topical and transdermal delivery efficiency of various types of therapeutic agents or agents designed to promote the transdermal delivery of those therapeutic agents either into the skin tissue or into the systemic circulation. Three major classes of molecules are covalently joined as bifunctional substances; chemical vasodilators, passive dermal penetration enhancers and therapeutic or diagnostic drugs. Chemical vasodilators may be delivered into the skin to increasing the blood flow in a tissue that has compromised circulation or they may be used as part of a delivery vehicle to promote the delivery of the drug. Passive dermal penetration enhancers are those chemicals that promote the passive penetration of drugs and other chemicals through the stratum corneum and epidermis of the skin tissue. Drugs and diagnostic agents are the third group of chemicals that are candidates for the linkage of molecules.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to certain ketones and reduced ketones and derivatives thereof which, inter alia, inhibit osteoclast survival, formation, and/or activity; and/or inhibit bone resorption, and more particularly to compounds of the formulae and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, amides, esters, and ethers thereof, wherein: Ar1, Ralk, —ORO, and -Q are as defined herein: The present invention also pertains to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds. The compounds inhibit osteoclast survival, formation, and/or activity, and inhibit conditions mediated by osteoclasts and/or characterised by bone resorption, and are useful in the treatment of bone disorders such as osteoporosis, rheumatoid arthritis, cancer associated bone disease, Paget's disease, aseptic loosening of prosthetic implants, and the like; and/or in the treatment of conditions associated with inflammation or activation of the immune system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for loading microsphere polymer particles with crystallisable drug, in the presence of a crystallisation inhibitor whereby crystallisation of the drug is inhibited. The invention is of particular value for loading polymer beads with paclitaxel, ibuprofen and/or dexamethasone. The polymer is suitably an anionic polyvinyl alcohol polymer.

Abstract: The present invention provides the S enantiomer of a compound of formula I wherein R1 represents chloro, trifluoromethyl or trifluoromethoxy, R2 represents H or fluoro and R3 represents a C2-4alkyl group as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates and prodrugs thereof, to processes for preparing such compounds, to their the utility in treating clinical conditions including lipid disorders (dyslipidemias) whether or not associated with insulin resistance, to methods for their therapeutic use and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: Complexes of ibuprofen and copper and/or zinc were solubilized in ammoniacal solution providing preservative solutions that fully penetrate wood. With loss of the ammonia from the wood, the complexes were stably retained in the wood providing a long lasting preservative.

Abstract: This invention provides methods and compositions for modulating movement of eukaryotic cells with migratory capacity. More specifically, the invention provides anti-fugetactic agents and methods for the use thereof in enhancing an immune response.

Abstract: A compound of the general formula (I): (wherein the symbols are as defined in the description), or a non-toxic salt thereof.

Abstract: Drug substances comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable organic acid addition salt 6f amine containing pharmaceutically active compounds useful for the treatment of a therapeutic ailment administration and exhibiting prophylactic properties when employed in non-therapeutic administration.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of formula (1) in polymorphic crystalline Form A: together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier or excipient, wherein the compound of formula (1) is present in polymorphic Form A (see, e.g., FIG. 6) substantially free of other polymorphic forms.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel compound represented by the formula (I) wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, a salt thereof and a prodrug thereof having a superior GPR40 receptor function modulating action, which can be used as an insulin secretagogue, an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of diabetes and the like. They unexpectedly show superior GPR40 receptor agonist activity, and also show superior properties as a pharmaceutical product, such as stability and the like. Thus, they can be safe and useful pharmaceutical agents for the prophylaxis or treatment of GPR40 receptor related diseases in mammals.

Abstract: Methods of delaying the onset or treating the progression of Type 2 diabetes in subjects that have increased blood levels of an inflammation marker protein. In one embodiment, the method includes administering an inhibitor OF ?1-antitrypsin (AT) to the subject, and optionally co-administering an anti-diabetic medicament or anti-inflammatory agent to the subject. Treatment regimens provided by the invention may be used to delay the onset of or to control Type 2 diabetes. The invention provides for the use of an inhibitor of ?1-antitrypsin, such as gemfibrozil (GF), for the manufacture of a medicament for the uses described herein. The invention further provides combinations of agents for treating or delaying the progression or onset of diabetes, comprising an inhibitor of ?1-antitrypsin and an anti-inflammatory agent and/or an anti-diabetic medicament.

Abstract: Energy-reversible acyl conjugates, intermediates, and related compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: Stilbene derivatives exhibit killing and suppression of growth activity against a variety of cancer cells, and are effective at suppressing tumor growth in vivo. The stilbene derivatives may be used in the treatment of diseases characterized by cell hyperproliferation including human malignancies and non-malignant diseases such as liver cirrhosis. Stilbenes may also disrupt abnormal vessels in tumor to achieve vascular disrupting effect to suppress tumor growth. Water soluble pro-drug forms of stilbene derivatives are particularly useful in suppressing tumor growth in vivo.

Abstract: Lipoic acid derivatives and pharmaceutical formulations containing lipoic acid derivatives are useful in the treatment and prevention of disease characterized by disease cells that are sensitive to lipoic acid derivatives.

Abstract: The present invention demonstrates that chemical-induced degradation of Sp proteins by a specific sub-class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs inhibited cancer cell growth, angiogenesis and metastasis of cancer cells. The inhibitory effects of these compounds were demonstrated in vitro and in vivo. Hence, the results discussed herein indicate that these compounds can be used to inhibit cell growth, angiogenesis, and metastasis in cancers such as pancreatic cancer, esophageal cancer, breast cancer, prostate cancer, colon cancer, bladder cancer, and ovarian cancer.

Abstract: A medicament which has an activity of inhibiting production of tissue factor and comprises an LXR ligand as an active ingredient; and a medicament for treatment and/or prophylaxis of vascular restenosis following angioplasty, endarterectomy, percutaneous transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA) or stent implantation, or treatment and/or prophylaxis of blood coagulation diseases, diseases induced by platelet aggregation including stable or unstable angina pectoris, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases including thromboembolism formation diseases accompanying diabetes, rethrombosis following thrombolysis, cerebral ischemic attack, infarction, stroke, ischemia-derived dementia, peripheral artery disease, thromboembolism formation diseases during use of an aorta-coronary artery bypass, glomerulosclerosis, renal embolism, tumor or cancer metastasis, which comprises an LXR ligand as an active ingredient.