Abstract: Described herein are methods for decreasing triglyceride synthesis and/or decreasing triglyceride accumulation in the liver of a subject, wherein the methods comprise administering to the subject a compound of Formula (I): a metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a transmucosal delivery system for idebenone, comprising an external phase, which contains at least one hydrophilic polymer, and an inner hydrophobic phase, which contains idebenone and at least one hydrophobic substance, wherein the inner hydrophobic phase is emulsified in the form of droplets in the external phase. The invention is characterized in that the inner hydrophobic phase is stabilized by at least one emulsifier in the external phase. The invention also relates to a method for producing the same and its use as a medicament.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising a combination of an FXR agonist and at least one lipid lowering agent (e.g., PPAR-alpha agonist, PPAR-delta agonist, PPAR-alpha and delta dual agonist, and/or statin). Also disclosed is use of the combination for the treatment or prevention of a FXR mediated disease or condition, such as primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC), primary sclerosing cholangitis (PSC), portal hypertension, bile acid diarrhea, NAFLD (nonalcoholic fatty liver disease), NASH (non-alcohol-induced steatohepatitis), and other chronic liver diseases. The combination of the present invention is useful for the treatment or prevention of conditions related to elevated lipid and liver enzyme levels. The present invention also relates to packs or kits including the pharmaceutical combination.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of compound 1-[4-methylthiophenyl]-3-[3,5-dimethyl-4-carboxydimethyl-methyloxyphenyl]prop-2-en-1-one (Elafibranor or GFT505) for treating cholestatic diseases, and more specifically PBC and/or PSC.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a serotoninergic receptor antagonist, such as sarpogrelate or compositions thereof, for the treatment and/or prevention of heart damages in mammals.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the use of GC-1 (sobetirome), a prodrug thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or prodrug thereof to increase liver regeneration and healing in liver transplant donors and recipients.

Abstract: What is described is a semi-solid controlled release composition comprising a semi-solid lipid pharmaceutical active agent in a solution or a homogenous suspension, methods of using the composition for treating a disease, and methods of manufacturing the composition.

Abstract: There is provided individual polymorphic forms of treprostinil and pharmaceutical formulations comprising the same, methods of making and using the same.

Abstract: The invention provides 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same for treating liver disorders, in particular those requiring the reduction of plasma level of biochemical markers such as aminotransferases. The 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives of General Formula (I) have hepatoprotective properties and can be used in methods for treating liver disorders involving the pathological disruption, inflammation, degeneration, and/or proliferation of liver cells, such as liver fibrosis or fatty liver disease.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I) or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein Formula (I), m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for inhibiting, reducing, or treating fibrosis, conditions leading to or arising from it, and/or negative effects of each thereof.

Abstract: This invention pertains generally to prostacyclin formulations and methods for their use in promoting vasodilation, inhibiting platelet aggregation and thrombus formation, stimulating thrombolysis, inhibiting cell proliferation (including vascular remodeling), providing cytoprotection, preventing atherogenesis and inducing angiogenesis.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for reducing blood levels of one or more of triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC) and low density lipoprotein (LDL) in human subjects.

Abstract: Certain embodiments are directed to methods of treating a pathophysiological state or symptoms thereof resulting from aldose reductase-mediated signaling in a cytotoxic pathway using an aldose reductase specific inhibitor.

Abstract: Prostacyclin compounds and compositions comprising the same are provided herein. Specifically, prostacyclin compounds comprising treprostinil covalently linked to a linear C5-C18 alkyl, branched C5-C18 alkyl, linear C2-C18 alkenyl, branched C3-C18 alkenyl, aryl, aryl-C1-C18 alkyl or an amino acid or a peptide (e.g., dipeptide, tripeptide, tetrapeptide) are described. The linkage, in one embodiment, is via a carbamate, amide or ester bond. Prostacyclin compounds provided herein can also include at least one hydrogen atom substituted with at least one deuterium atom. Methods for treating pulmonary hypertension (e.g., pulmonary arterial hypertension) and portopulmonary hypertension are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1,3-diphenylpropane derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same and therapeutic uses thereof, in particular in the fields of human and animal health. The compounds according to the present invention have intrinsic PPAR agonist properties. They are therefore of particular interest in the treatment of metabolic and/or inflammatory diseases and particularly peripheral and central diseases associated with the metabolic syndrome, such as diverse forms of steatohepatitis, type 2 diabetes, diverse neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.

Abstract: Treatment of homozygous familial hypercholesterolemia by administration of (R)-2-(4-((2-ethoxy-3-(4-(trifluoromethyl)phenoxy)propyl)thio)-2-methylphenoxy)acetic acid or a salt thereof, optionally in combination with an MTP inhibitor, an apoB-100 synthesis inhibitor, or a PCSK9 inhibitor.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a 4-((substituted phenyl)difluoromethyl)phenoxycarboxylic acid derivative and preparation process and use thereof. More specifically, the present invention relates to a compound of the following formula I, which is defined in the specification. The compounds according to the present invention can be used as PPAR agonists, and demonstrates a strong effect on reducing the levels of total cholesterol (TC), triglyceride (TG), and low density lipoprotein cholesterol (LDL-C) in blood plasma, and thus the compound according to the present invention can be used in the preparation of a medicament for treating or preventing hyperlipoidemia or cardio-cerebrovascular diseases caused by hyperlipoidemia, such as diabetes, atherosclerosis, stroke, coronary heart disease, etc. The present invention also relates to a novel intermediate compound for the preparation of the compound of formula I and preparation method thereof.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for treating non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) and/or reducing one or more of hepatic fibrosis, lobular inflammation, and hepatocellular ballooning.

Abstract: The invention relates to a viscoelastic system for drift reduction for pesticidal formulations, and the use thereof, wherein said formulation comprising at least one nitrogen-based cationic surfactant and at least one pesticide, wherein said pesticide contains at least one acid functional group associating with said cationic surfactant thereby forming a viscoelastic formulation.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for reducing blood levels of one or more of triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC) and low density lipoprotein (LDL) in human subjects.

Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical carriers based on oil-in-water microemulsions and methods of making same. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising a carrier of the invention and a lipophilic active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), as well as methods for making same. The pharmaceutical compositions are particularly suitable for use in formulating lipophilic APIs for topical administration to the eye. Specifically included are pharmaceutical compositions comprising fenofibrate or fenofibric acid as API. Also provided is a method of treating a disease of the posterior segment of the eye. Also provided is a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound represented by formulated for topical administration to the eye.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for inhibiting liver steatosis, lobular inflammation, hepatic ballooning and hepatic scarring.

Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a cardiovascular disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same for treating liver disorders, in particular those requiring the reduction of plasma level of biochemical markers such as aminotransferases. The 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives of General Formula (I) have hepatoprotective properties and can be used in methods for treating liver disorders involving the pathological disruption, inflammation, degeneration, and/or proliferation of liver cells, such as liver fibrosis or fatty liver disease.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for modifying fertility and/or spermatogenesis or spermiogenesis in a male mammalian subject involve administering to the subject or contacting the subject's testis cells, germ cells or sperm with a composition that modifies the activation, nucleic acid expression, protein expression, signaling or activity of one or more T1R3 receptors or an intermediate in the signaling pathways thereof in the subject's testis cells or germ cells. In another embodiment, the method further involves administering to the subject or contacting the subject's testis cells, germ cells or sperm with a composition that modifies the activation, nucleic acid expression, protein expression, signaling or activity of G-?-gustducin, or an intermediate in the signaling pathways thereof. Methods for screening a test molecule for its effect on spermatogenesis or spermiogenesis or fertility and compositions for modifying spermatogenesis or spermiogenesis or fertility in a mammalian subject, e.g.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for reducing blood levels of one or more of triglycerides (TG), total cholesterol (TC) and low density lipoprotein (LDL) in human subjects.

Abstract: Provided is an aromatic ring compound having a GPR40 agonist activity. A compound represented by the formula (I): wherein each symbol is as described in the DESCRIPTION, or a salt thereof has a GPR40 agonist activity, and is useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of diabetes and the like.

Abstract: The invention provides methods and compositions for the diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of respiratory tract diseases. Specifically, the invention provides diagnosis, prognosis and treatment of respiratory infections using bitter and sweet taste signal transduction pathways. In one aspect, the invention relates to a method for treating a respiratory infection by administering a composition to the respiratory tract of a subject in an amount capable of activating bitter taste signaling and/or inhibiting sweet taste signaling. The composition comprises at least a bitter receptor agonist and, optionally, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier for delivering the composition to the respiratory tract. In another aspect, the invention relates to a composition for treatment of a respiratory infection. Such composition comprises at least a bitter receptor agonist and, optionally, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier for delivering the composition to the respiratory tract.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for treating non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 1,3-diphenylpropane derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same and therapeutic uses thereof, in particular in the fields of human and animal health. The compounds according to the present invention have intrinsic PPAR agonist properties. They are therefore of particular interest in the treatment of metabolic and/or inflammatory diseases and particularly peripheral and central diseases associated with the metabolic syndrome, such as diverse forms of steatohepatitis, type 2 diabetes, diverse neurodegenerative disorders, such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and multiple sclerosis.

Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a cardiovascular disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: The invention provides 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same for treating liver disorders, in particular those requiring the reduction of plasma level of biochemical markers such as amino-transferases. The 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives of General Formula (I) have hepatoprotective properties and can be used in methods for treating liver disorders involving the pathological disruption, inflammation, degeneration, and/or proliferation of liver cells, such as liver fibrosis or fatty liver disease.

Abstract: Disclosed is an animal feed composition that comprises free indole acetic acid (free IAA) or a derivative thereof. Also disclosed is a method for enhancing animal growth by feeding the animal with a composition according to the invention. Further disclosed is the use of free IAA or a derivative thereof in a method of therapy of animals in need of a growth-promoting treatment, such as immunocompromised animals, animals with a growth deficit or slow-growing animals. Disclosed is the use of free IAA or a derivative thereof for the preparation of a therapeutical composition for increasing the growth rate and/or the feed conversion rate and/or the immunity of animals in need of such a treatment, in particular, immunocompromised or slow-growing animals. A composition may be in the form of a food or feed supplement.

Abstract: An aqueous liquid herbicide composition comprising a solution of at least one of 2,4-D and dicamba in the form of the monomethylamine salt and at least one of 2,4-D and dicamba in the form of the dimethylamine salt wherein the molar ratio of monomethylamine to dimethylamine is in the range of from 1:20 to 4:6.

Abstract: The invention provides 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same for treating liver disorders, in particular those requiring the reduction of plasma level of biochemical markers such as amino-transferases. The 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives of General Formula (I) have hepatoprotective properties and can be used in methods for treating liver disorders involving the pathological disruption, inflammation, degeneration, and/or proliferation of liver cells, such as liver fibrosis or fatty liver disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations comprising a solid dispersion product of an active agent having at least one of a hydrogen bond donor moiety (e.g. ibuprofen, fenofibric acid or naproxen) and a proton donor moiety and a pharmaceutically acceptable polyvinyllactam polyvinylacetate poly(alkylene glycol) graft copolymer, and to methods for preparing such formulations.

Abstract: Provided are pharmaceutical carriers suitable based on oil-in-water microemulsions and methods of making same. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising a carrier of the invention and a lipophilic active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), as well as methods for making same. The pharmaceutical compositions are particularly suitable for use in formulating lipophilic APIs for topical administration to the eye. Specifically included are pharmaceutical compositions comprising fenofibrate or fenofibric acid as API. Also provided is a method of treating a disease of the posterior segment of the eye. Also provided is a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound represented by formulated for topical administration to the eye.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for treating non-alcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD) or non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH).

Abstract: The invention relates to a pharmaceutical formulation of nanonised fenofibrate, to a method for preparing same, and to the uses thereof.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical formulations that resist ethanol-induced dose dumping and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions for the prevention and treatment of keratin-based skin diseases. In particular, the application describes compositions and methods of treating a patient suffering from skin blistering comprising the use of phase II enzyme inducers.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of treating a muscle disease and improving normal muscle function by administering a therapeutically effective amount of an isoprenoid antibiotic. Also disclosed are methods of upregulating hnRNP L and hnRNP L targets by administering a therapeutically effective amount of an isoprenoid antibiotic. Methods of screening compounds for use in treating muscle disease and improving muscle function are also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of treating subjects having conditions related to angiogenesis including administering an effective amount of a polymeric Nanoparticle form of thyroid hormone agonist, partial agonist or an antagonist thereof, to promote or inhibit angiogenesis in the subject. Compositions of the polymeric forms of thyroid hormone, or thyroid hormone analogs, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same for treating liver disorders, in particular those requiring the reduction of plasma level of biochemical markers such as aminotransferases. The 1,3-diphenylprop-2-en-1-one derivatives of General Formula (I) have hepatoprotective properties and can be used in methods for treating liver disorders involving the pathological disruption, inflammation, degeneration, and/or proliferation of liver cells, such as liver fibrosis or fatty liver disease.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention relates to a formulation in the form of molecular dispersion comprising i) fenofibric acid, a physiologically acceptable salt or derivative thereof and optionally other active substances, ii) a binder component comprising at least one enteric binder, and optionally iii) other physiologically acceptable excipients. In a second aspect, the present invention relates to novel salts of fenofibric acid that are photostable when compared to other salts of fenofibric acid.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel methods for using treprostinil or its derivative, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, for the treatment and/or prevention of ischemic lesions, such as digital ulcers, in subjects with scleroderma (including systemic sclerosis), Buerger's disease, Raynaud's disease, Raynaud's phenomenon and/or other conditions that cause such lesions. The disclosure also relates to kits for treatment and/or prevention of ischemic lesions, which include an effective amount of treprostinil or its derivative, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: A compound of Formula (I): or a metabolite thereof, or an ester of the compound of Formula (I) or the metabolite thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of each thereof, wherein m, n, X1 and X2 are as defined herein, is useful for inhibiting liver steatosis, lobular inflammation, hepatic ballooning and hepatic scarring.

Abstract: The present specification discloses pharmaceutical compositions, methods of preparing such pharmaceutical compositions, and methods and uses of treating a chronic inflammation and/or an inflammatory disease in an individual using such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: This invention pertains to methods and compositions for the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular conditions. More specifically, the invention relates to isolated molecules that can be used to diagnose and/or treat cardiovascular conditions including cardiac hypertrophy, myocardial infarction, stroke, arteriosclerosis, and heart failure.