Abstract: Disclosed is a method of treating obesity, reducing weight, preventing weight gain, and/or suppressing appetite in a subject in need thereof by administering topically a pharmaceutical compound having a chemotherapeutic agent to at least a surface of the subject's mouth. The method includes inhibiting taste cell reproduction on the surface of the subject's mouth with the compound and reducing sense of taste, appetite for food in the subject, or a combination thereof.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agomelatine hydrobromide hydrate of formula I wherein X is Br, preparation and use thereof, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing it. The agomelatine hydrobromide hydrate obtained through the present method has significant increased solubility than agomelatine, and therefore is more suitable for manufacturing pharmaceutical formulations. In addition, the product enjoys higher stability and purity. Using the present method, product of high purity can be obtained through a simple process, free of any complicated steps.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agomelatine hydrochloride hydrate of formula I, preparation and use thereof, and to pharmaceutical composition containing it. The agomelatine hydrohalide hydrate obtained through the present method has significant increased solubility than agomelatine, and therefore is more suitable for manufacturing pharmaceutical formulations. In addition, the product enjoys higher stability and purity. Using the present method, product of high purity can be obtained through a simple process, free of any complicated steps. wherein X is Cl.

Abstract: Methods, compositions, and kits for predicting whether a subject with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or at risk of developing COPD is likely to have progressive COPD are provided. Methods, compositions, and kits for predicting whether lung function is likely to decline in a subject with COPD or at risk for developing COPD are also provided.

Abstract: A galenical form for the transmucous administration of at least one active ingredient, characterized in that the active ingredient is paracetamol in a stable and complete dissolved state in a hydroalcoholic solution that includes at least 10% by mass of alcohol so as to allow fast absorption of the active ingredient through the mucous membranes of the buccal cavity and/or the oropharynx. A process for production and the uses of the galenical form are also disclosed.

Abstract: A excipient drug composition is disclosed. The excipient drug composition may include a vegetable cellulose or a fruit cellulose, an active ingredient and a genetically modified organism free starch. The vegetable cellulose or fruit cellulose may be derived from wood free vegetable pulp and the fruit cellulose is a wood pulp free cellulose. The genetically modified organism free starch may be selected from the group consisting of a genetically modified organism free rice starch, a genetically modified organism free potato starch or a genetically modified organism free pea starch.

Abstract: Protein preparations containing biologically active compounds and the application of the protein preparations obtained, particularly as a component of medicinal and cosmetic preparations as protective substances or in the regeneration of cells and tissues of the human organism, and which can comprise a component of culture media for dermal or hepatic tissues, or for stem cells destined for use in the regeneration of cells and tissues in the human organism.

Abstract: Bronchodilating compositions and methods are provided. The compositions are intended for administration as a nebulized aerosol. In certain embodiments, the compositions contain formoterol, or a derivative thereof, and a steroidal anti-inflammatory agent. Methods for treatment, prevention, or amelioration of one or more symptoms of bronchoconstrictive disorders using the compositions provided herein are also provided.

Abstract: New co-crystal of agomelatine composed of: agomelatine, or N-[2-(7-methoxy-1-naphthyl)ethyl]acetamide of formula (I) and an organic acid. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating disorders of the melatoninergic system.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing the frequency of urination are disclosed. One method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an analgesic agent formulated in a delayed-release formulation. Another method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising multiple active ingredients. Yet another method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a diuretic followed with another administration of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an analgesic agent.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are methods and compositions for reducing the recurrence of prostate cancer and for treating prostate cancer.

Abstract: Amphiphilic prodrugs of general formula A-X are disclosed, wherein A is a biologically active agent or may be metabolized to a biologically active agent; and X is R, or up to three R moieties attached to a linker, Y1, Y2 or Y3. Self-assembly of the amphiphilic prodrugs into reverse lyotropic phases, particularly hexagonal, cubic and sponge, is disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a mixed crystalline form VIII of agomelatine, its method of preparation, application and pharmaceutical composition. The said mixed crystal consists mainly of crystalline form VI of agomelatine. The said mixed crystalline form is stable and has good reproducibility. Through stability tests, it has been found to be superior to the crystalline form VI in terms of stability. As a result, the crystalline form VIII of the present invention possesses advantages in pharmaceutical preparation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, solvate, or prodrug thereof, wherein U, J, V, X, R2a, R2b, R2c, R5 and t are as described herein. The present invention relates generally to inhibitors of histone deacetylase and to methods of making and using them. These compounds are useful for promoting cognitive function and enhancing learning and memory formation. In addition, these compounds are useful for treating, alleviating, and/or preventing various conditions, including for example, neurological disorders, memory and cognitive function disorders/impairments, extinction learning disorders, fungal diseases and infections, inflammatory diseases, hematological diseases, and neoplastic diseases in humans and animals.

Abstract: This invention relates to certain ceramide-analogues of FTY720 (2-amino-2-[2-(4-octylphenyl)ethyl]propane-1,3-diol; fingolimod). In particular, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, as well as processes for their preparation and their use in the treatment of autoimmune conditions, such as multiple sclerosis.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to twice daily sustained release pharmaceutical composition of paracetamol having an immediate release phase of paracetamol and a sustained release phase of paracetamol, said composition having unique and advantageous pharmacokinetic properties and a pharmaceutical composition comprising only a sustained release phase of paracetamol having unique and advantageous pharmacokinetic properties.

Abstract: A new use for paracetamol in a method of treating glaucoma, which method comprises administering to a patient in need of such treatment 500 mg to 1000 mg of paracetamol in oral format 4 to 6 hourly. An ophthalmic solution is also provided containing between 0.1 to 5% of paracetamol which is administered as one to two drops in each eye 4 to 6 hourly. The ophthalmic solution further includes one or more of the following excipients: hydroxypropylmethylcellulose, benzalconium chloride, polyacrylic acid such as Teargel®.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new crystalline form VII of agomelatine, its method of preparation, application and pharmaceutical composition. This new crystalline form offers high purity, a stable crystalline structure and good reproducibility, while its method of production lends itself well to large scale production. In terms of stability and purity, it is superior to the numerous crystalline forms which have hitherto been reported. As a result, the crystalline form VII of the present invention possesses advantages in pharmaceutical preparation.

Abstract: Bronchodilating compositions and methods are provided. The compositions are intended for administration as a nebulized aerosol. In certain embodiments, the compositions contain formoterol, or a derivative thereof. Methods for treatment, prevention, or amelioration of one or more symptoms of bronchoconstrictive disorders using the compositions provided herein are also provided.

Abstract: Compounds which modulate quorum sensing in quorum sensing bacteria. Compounds of the invention inhibit quorum sensing and/or activate quorum sensing in various bacteria. Compounds that inhibit quorum sensing are particularly useful for inhibition of detrimental bacterial biofilm formation. Compounds that activate quorum sensing are particularly useful for promoting growth and biofilm formation of beneficial bacterial.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods of the preparation of an oral particle essentially consisting of an amorphous structure and a submicron domain, wherein both amorphous structure and submicron domain comprise a drug, and wherein the particle shows crystalline property. The desired ratio of the amorphous structure to the submicron domain is between 0.1:5 and 1:1. And, the desired average particle diameter is between mesh 12 (1680 microns) and mesh 100 (149 microns).

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a novel method for reducing intrapatient variability in pharmaceutically active agent which is suitably not absorbed in the stomach, such as paracetamol, containing formulations in patients having gastric dysmotility, or a method of improving analgesia in a diabetic patient, or improving absorption of an active agent is a patient with gastric dysmotility, which methods comprises administering orally to said patient in need thereof a pharmaceutical dosage form comprising a first active agent, calcium carbonate, at least one first binding agent, and at least one disintegrating agent as intragranular components in the form of a granulate, and as an extragranular component at least one hydrophilic colloid, an optionally a second binding agent, calcium carbonate, a super disintegrant, and a second active agent.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating bedwetting are disclosed. One method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising one or more analgesic agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the production of a formulation that is stable to oxidation and that is based on paracetamol in an aqueous solvent, comprising the steps of (i) dissolving paracetamol in an aqueous solvent comprising an isotonic agent that is sodium chloride and a buffer agent that is sodium citrate, having a temperature between 65° C. and 95° C. and having pH between 5.0 and 6.0 in a reaction vessel, (ii) replacing the remaining air in the vessel by an inert gas, such as nitrogen, and cooling the solution so formed to a temperature below 38° C., (iii) adding cysteine hydrochloride to the solution without mechanical agitation, and (iv) closing the reaction vessel and mechanically agitating the solution in a nitrogen atmosphere. The further relates to a formulation prepared according to the method.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention features a tablet including a first region and a second region, wherein: (i) the first region and the second region each include at least 10%, by volume, of the tablet; (ii) the first region includes a pharmaceutically active agent and the composition of the first region is different from the composition of the second region; (iii) the first region has a density less than about 0.8 g/cc; and (iv) the first region disintegrates in the mouth when placed on the tongue in less than about 30 seconds; wherein the shape of the tablet includes two opposing major faces separated by a side wall, and the interface between the first region and the second region is along at least one major face of the tablet.

Abstract: The present invention features a tablet containing at least one first material, at least one second material, and at least one pharmaceutically active agent, wherein: (a) the first material is a dielectric water-containing material (i) containing from about 1 to about 5 percent, by weight, of bound water and (ii) having a dielectric loss, when measured at a density of between 0.15 and 0.5 g/cc, of from about 0.05 to about 0.7; and (b) the second material (i) having a water solubility from about 20 to about 400 g per 100 g of water at 25° C., (ii) having a dielectric loss, when measured at a density between 0.5 and 1 g/cc, of less than about 0.05.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for pest control, and more particularly for control of ants, e.g., of the subfamily Myrmicinae, using tyramides.

Abstract: A medicament tablet containing paracetamol (acetaminophen) as the (or an) active ingredient, and an encapsulated flavorant. The tablet may be swallowed in tablet form or may be dissolved or dispersed in water to form a palatable drink.

Abstract: Antimitotic agents comprising a modified chalcone or modified chalcone derivative are disclosed. The modified chalcone or modified chalcone derivative compounds are of the general formula CHAL-LIN-COV, wherein CHAL is a chalcone or chalcone derivative portion, LIN is an optional linker portion, and COV is a covalent bonding portion (e.g., an ?,?-unsaturated thiol ester group). The modified chalcone or modified chalcone derivative compounds provide an improved method of interference with tubulin polymerization, for example by covalent (and essentially irreversible) bonding between tubulin and the covalent bonding portion, potentially resulting in a decrease in tumor size and/or disappearance of the cancer, to the benefit of cancer patients.

Abstract: The present invention provides combinations, for treatment of subjects suffering from or at high risk of developing diseases and disorders involving expression of peroxisome proliferator-activated receptors (PPAR). The combinations include abscisic acid and one other bioactive agent, which together provide synergistic effects toward treatment or blocking of development of the disease or disorder. In exemplary embodiments, a combination of abscisic acid and a thiazolidinedione (TZD) is provided for increased insulin sensitivity and improved (i.e., reduced) obesity-induced inflammation.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical formulation contains 10-60% by weight acetaminophen as the only active ingredient and a solvent system for dissolving the acetaminophen. The formulation is free of any ionizing agent and its solvent system includes water, polyethylene glycol, and polyvinylpyrrolidone that is 2-50% by weight and has a molecular weight of 2,000 to 1,500,000. Also disclosed is another acetaminophen formulation containing polyvinylpyrrolidone as high as 25-50% by weight.

Abstract: The invention relates to selective oestrogen receptor modulators (SERM) and methods of production thereof, use thereof for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of diseases and use thereof for the production of medicinal products for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of diseases, in particular of bleeding disorders, osteoporosis, endometriosis, myomata, hormone-dependent tumours, for hormone replacement therapy and for contraception.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition comprising a pharmaceutical agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, which carrier comprises a protein, for example, human serum albumin and/or deferoxamine. He human serum albumin is present in an amount effective to reduce one or more side effects associated with administration of the pharmaceutical composition. The inventor also provides methods for reducing on or more side effects of administration of the pharmaceutical composition, and methods for enhancing transport and binding of a pharmaceutical agent to a cell.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for reducing the frequency of urination are disclosed. One method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising an analgesic agent formulated in a delayed-release formulation. Another method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a pharmaceutical composition comprising multiple active ingredients. Yet another method comprises administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of a diuretic followed with another administration of an pharmaceutical composition comprising an analgesic agent.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel combinations based on anticholinergics, ?2-adrenoceptor agonists, PDE 4 Inhibitors, glucocorticoids, and leukotriene-receptor antagonists, process for their production and their use for the treatment of inflammatory diseases, preferably respiratory diseases as bronchial asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary diseases (COPD) or rheumatic or autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a combination of agomelatine and a serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SRIs), or any other compound, which causes an elevation in the level of extracellular serotonin, for the treatment of depression and other affective disorders.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to a process for making inherent low density particles, comprising the steps of (i) providing a powder mixture comprising a swelling agent; (ii) granulating the powder of step (i) with a granulating solution comprising a lipophilic agent into granules and (iii) drying the granules of step (ii). The instant invention further relates to multiparticulate oral gastro-retentive dosage forms comprising the inherent low density particles obtainable by the process.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, compositions, and diagnostic tests for diagnosing and treating lupus and other related diseases or disease subsets. In particular, the method, compositions, and diagnostic tests relate to a combination of one or more genes, where the expression of these genes indicates a predisposition to develop, or a diagnosis of, lupus and other related diseases or disease subsets.

Abstract: The present invention features methods and compositions for preventing, reducing, or treating a traumatic, metabolic, or toxic peripheral nerve lesion or pain including neuropathic pain, inflammatory, and nociceptive pain by administering to a mammal a compound that reduces expression or activity of BH4. This reduction may be achieved by reducing activity of a BH4 synthetic enzyme, including GTP cyclohydrolase, sepiapterin reductase, or dihydropteridine reductase; antagonizing the cofactor function of BH4 or BH4-dependent enzymes; or blocking BH4 binding to membrane bound receptors. The invention provides methods for diagnosing pain or a peripheral nerve lesion in a mammal by measuring levels of BH4 or its metabolites in biological sample or the levels or activity of any one of the BH4 synthetic enzyme in tissue samples of a mammal.

Abstract: Coated dosage forms comprising a tablet core, preferably in compressed form, that has a coating over its exterior surface and one or more patterns debossed in the tablet surface are disclosed. Methods for manufacturing such dosage forms are also disclosed.

Abstract: The compound of formula (I) is a water-stable, long acting ?2-selective adrenoceptor agonist useful as a bronchodilator in the treatment of bronchoconstriction associated with reversible obstructive airways diseases and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for producing a solid, coated pharmaceutical composition by a melt coating process. The process is adapted to provide a solid, coated pharmaceutical composition by melt coating, which has a fast release.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to materials and methods for the prevention and treatment of disease conditions associated with oxidative stress or a compromised reducing environment, including inflammatory bowel diseases such as ulcerative colitis. Another aspect of the subject invention concerns compositions formulated for administration as an enema. The subject invention also concerns compositions formulated for oral administration. Methods of the invention include administration of compounds or compositions of the invention. In one embodiment, compounds or compositions of the invention are rectally instilled in a patient. In another embodiment, compounds or compositions are orally administered.

Abstract: The present invention relates to generally to the cytoprotective activity of mixed muscarinic inhibition/PARP modulation and in particular to the use of dual inhibitors of M1 muscarinic receptor and poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) as neuroprotective medicaments, particularly as medicaments for the prevention and/or treatment of neurological diseases. Particularly preferred compounds are condensed diazepinones, e.g. condensed benzodiazepinones such as pirenzepine or compounds which are metabolized to condensed benzodiazepinones such as olanzapine.

Abstract: The invention provides the use of formoterol and budesonide in the treatment of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

Abstract: The present technology relates the use of a beta blocker for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of hemangiomas, for example of infantile hemangiomas. The beta blocker may be a non-selective beta-blocker, for example propranolol. The present technology provides an alternative to the known compounds, e.g. corticosteroids, interferon or vincristine, generally used for the treatment of hemangiomas.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods of preventing or inhibiting tumor metastasis in a subject by administering a therapeutically effective amount of (1) a compound from a group of enumerated compounds, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; (2) an agent that covalently modifies at least one cysteine residue of S100A4 protein; or (3) an agent that inhibits the interaction between S100A4 and myosin-IIA.

Abstract: Use of a composition for treating Alzheimer's disease, osteoporosis, sleep apnea, erectile dysfunction, McArdle disease, or a carbohydrate metabolism disorder, or for reducing aging or fatigue. The composition includes a first agent selected from the group consisting of an oxidative phosphorylation inhibitor, an ionophore, and an adenosine 5?-monophosphate-activated protein kinase activator; a second agent that possesses anti-inflammatory activity; and a third agent that possesses serotonin activity.

Abstract: A novel use of conjugates of psychotropic drugs (e.g., antidepressants or anti-epileptic drugs) and organic acids such as GABA in the treatment of pain is disclosed. A novel GABA conjugate and uses thereof is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of formula (I), to a process for their manufacture, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and to their use in therapy, in particular their use in the prophylaxis and treatment of respiratory diseases