Abstract: External preparations for athlete's foot treatment capable of enhancing patient's compliance and capable of reducing the symptom of rubefaction, comprising an anti-trichophyton drug mixed with at least one compound selected from among 1-menthol, menthol analogue compounds and bactericidal compounds.

Abstract: Stilbene analogs and pharmaceutical compositions that are useful for the treatment of various cancers, including without limitation, colorectal cancer (CRC) and breast cancer are disclosed. Such stilbene analogs include, for example, compounds of the following formula: wherein Ra, Rb, R4, R6, R7, R9 and R10 are all H; R2 and R3 are independently H, halo, amino, alkylamino, dialkylamino, N-oxides of dialkylamino, arylalkylamino, trialkylammonium, mercapto, alkylthio, alkanoyl, nitro, nitrosyl, cyano, alkoxy, alkenyloxy, aryl, heteroaryl, sulfonyl, sulfonamide, CONR11R12, NR11CO(R13), NR11COO(R13) or NR11CONR12R13; R11, R12 and R13, are independently, H, alkyl, aryl, heteroaryl or a fluorine; R8 is NRCRdZ wherein Rc is H, alkyl, alkoxy, aryl or heteroaryl, Rd is an alkyl group, Z is a an unshared pair of electrons, H, alkyl or oxygen; and R1 and R5 are halogen.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel selective androgen receptor modulators and their salts and pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

Abstract: The methods described herein provide treatment of rosacea using topical formulations of dapsone. The methods also provide treatment of rosacea with topical dapsone in combination with other active agents, including metronidazole. The methods avoid negative hematologic side effects, including hemolysis and hemolytic anemia, that are associated with oral administration of dapsone.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of treatment of clinical disorders associated with protein aggregation comprising administering, to a subject, an effective amount of an anti-protein aggregate (“APA”) compound selected from the group consisting of pimozide, fluphenazine (e.g., fluphenazine hydrochloride), tamoxifen (e.g., tamoxifen citrate), taxol, cantharidin, cantharidic acid, salts thereof and their structurally related compounds. It is based, at least in part, on the discovery that each of the aforelisted compounds were able to promote degradation of aggregated ATZ protein in a Caenorhabditis elegans model system. According to the invention, treatment with one or more of these APA compounds may be used to ameliorate the symptoms and signs of AT deficiency as well as other disorders marked by protein aggregation, including, but not limited to, Alzheimer's Disease, Parkinson's Disease, and Huntington's Disease.

Abstract: A transdermal gel including a complementary array of medicinal components has beneficial effects for pain relief in muscular and connective tissues. The medicinal components include active ingredients having a synergistic effect for permitting musculoskeletal movement by countering the symptoms of musculoskeletal pain and being non-narcotic for avoiding dependency, and are combined in a liposomal base with a wetting agent to form a gel consistency suitable for skin application. The transdermal gel allows topical application of greater quantities and concentrations of the active ingredients than could safely be obtained via conventional oral administration.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical combinations comprising a beta-3 adrenergic receptor agonist and a muscarinic receptor antagonist, and methods for their use are disclosed. Disclosed combinations include solabegron and oxybutynin. Methods of using the pharmaceutical combinations for the treatment of one or more symptoms associated with overactive bladder, for example, frequency of urgency, nocturia, and urinary incontinence, are also disclosed.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds that may be selectively activated to produce active anti-cancer agents in tumor cells. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, and methods of treating cancer using the compounds.

Abstract: Desensitizing drug products, methods of making desensitizing drug products, and methods of using desensitizing drug products including delivery of desensitizing drug products. In one embodiment, the desensitizing drug products are male genital desensitizers that comprise one or anesthetic agents and one or more melting point depressing agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel phenylcycloalkylmethylamine derivatives, and methods of preparing phenylcycloalkylmethylamine derivatives. The present invention also provides methods of using phenylcycloalkylmethylamine derivatives and compositions of phenylcycloalkylmethylamine derivatives. The pharmaceutical compositions of the compounds of the present invention can be used for treating and/or preventing obesity and obesity related co-morbid indications and depression and depression related co-morbid indications.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a co-processed carbohydrate system, and formulations produced therefrom, which formulations are directly compressible into solid dosage forms, some of which rapidly and completely dissolve or disintegrate in the oral cavity within 60 seconds. The invention also comprises the solid dosage forms produced by directly compressing the co-processed carbohydrate system, some of which, when placed in the oral cavity, shall dissolve or disintegrate, preferably within about 60 seconds.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compounds providing antibacterial therapeutic agents and preparations, and related methods of using and making antibacterial compounds. Antibacterial compounds of the present invention include chalcone, alkylpyrimidine, aminopyrimidine and cyanopyridine compounds and derivatives thereof exhibiting minimum inhibitory concentrations (MIC) similar to or less than conventional antibacterial compounds in wide use. For example, the present invention provides chalcone and cyanopyridine compounds, and derivatives thereof, exhibiting high antibacterial activities having multiple electron withdrawing group substituents, such as halogens and fluorinated alkyl groups, and optionally having hydroxyl and/or alkoxyl groups substituents.

Abstract: The invention provides well defined compounds having FPRL-1 agonist or antagonist activity. As such, the compounds of the invention are useful for treating a variety of ocular disorders.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted tetrahydronaphthalenes and derivatives thereof, and also to the physiologically compatible salts and physiologically functional derivatives thereof, to preparation thereof, to medicaments comprising at least one inventive substituted tetrahydronaphthalene or derivative thereof, and to the use of the inventive substituted tetrahydronaphthalenes and derivatives thereof as medicaments.

Abstract: An oral tramadol pharmaceutical composition for once daily administration, containing an effective amount of tramadol or a pharmaceutically-acceptable salt thereof, providing in vivo, a time of tramadol peak plasma concentration (Tmax) greater than 10 hours and a peak tramadol plasma concentration (Cmax) which is less than three times a plasma concentration obtained 24 hours after administration (C24h) of a single dose of the composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel cycloalkylmethylamine derivatives, and methods of preparing cycloalkylmethylamine derivatives. The present invention also provides methods of using cycloalkylmethylamine derivatives and compositions of cycloalkylmethylamine derivatives. The pharmaceutical compositions of the compounds of the present invention can be advantageously used for treating and/or preventing obesity and obesity related co-morbid indications and depression and depression related co-morbid indications.

Abstract: Compositions containing opioid antagonists, particularly alvimopan and its active metabolite, with improved solubility and bioavailability for oral or parenteral administration, injectable dosage formulations, kits, and methods of making and using same are disclosed. In preferred embodiments, invention provides injectable formulations containing opioid antagonists, particularly alvimopan and its active metabolite, having low solubility that may be readily prepared, are stable during storage, and provide maximum levels of opioid antagonists when administered parenterally, particularly via injection. The results are achieved by a combination of processing techniques and component selection.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods and compositions for modulating signal transduction pathways by regulating the expression and/or activity of Midline-1, enabling the inhibition of airways inflammation, the inhibition of airways hyperresponsiveness, the inhibition of rhinovirus-associated inflammation, and reductions in cytokine and chemokine release. Methods and compositions disclosed herein facilitate the treatment and prevention of conditions associated with airway inflammation, airway tissue remodelling and rhinovirus-associated inflammation and symptoms, manifestations and exacerbations thereof, in particular of allergic diseases such as allergic airways diseases including asthma.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention is related to a method of treating a patient with Parkinson's disease, the method including administering to the respiratory tract of the patient particles that include more than about 90 weight percent (wt %) of levodopa. The particles are delivered to the patient's pulmonary system, preferably to the alveoli or the deep lung.

Abstract: The methods described herein provide treatment of rosacea using topical formulations of dapsone. The methods also provide treatment of rosacea with topical dapsone in combination with other active agents, including metronidazole. The methods avoid negative hematologic side effects, including hemolysis and hemolytic anemia, that are associated with oral administration of dapsone.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprising a drug substance consisting essentially of a pharmaceutically acceptable organic acid addition salt of an amine containing pharmaceutically active compound wherein the amine containing pharmaceutical active compound is selected from the group consisting of racemic or single isomer ritalinic acid or phenethylamine derivatives and the drug substance has a physical form selected from amorphous and polymorphic.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a molecular genetic approach of targeted mutagenesis and heterologous expression, coupled with in vitro and in vivo models of bacterial pathogenesis, to demonstrate that the S. aureus pigment is a virulence factor and potential novel target for antimicrobial therapy.

Abstract: A method for effecting weight loss by administering a combination of topiramate and phentermine is provided. The phentermine is generally administered in immediate release form, in a daily dose in the range of 2 mg to 8 mg, in combination with a daily dose of topiramate selected to prevent the loss of effectiveness of phentermine alone. Methods for treating obesity, conditions associated with obesity, and other indications are also provided, as are compositions and dosage forms containing low doses of phentermine and topiramate, e.g., 3.75 mg phentermine and 23 mg topiramate.

Abstract: The present invention is drawn to novel topiramate compositions as well as methods for effecting weight loss, e.g., in the treatment of obesity and related conditions, including conditions associated with and/or caused by obesity per se. The present invention features an escalating dosing regimen adapted for the administration of topiramate and optionally a sympathomimetic agent such as phentermine or bupropion, in the treatment of obesity and related conditions.

Abstract: Metabolites of [2-(3-methoxyphenyl)-cyclohexylmethyl]dimethylamine as free bases and/or in the form of physiologically acceptable salts, corresponding medicaments, the use of [2-(3-methoxyphenyl)-cyclohexylmethyl]-dimethylamine and the metabolites thereof for producing a medicament used for treating depression, and related methods of treating depression, pain and urinary incontinence.

Abstract: There is described a method of treatment of a patient suffering from depression, said method comprising the administration of a sub-analgesic amount of tramadol, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to cyclin dependent kinase inhibitor compounds and methods of identifying and using them. The invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions for treating cell proliferative disorders, especially cancer.

Abstract: A tamper-resistant pharmaceutical dosage form comprising a pharmacologically active ingredient embedded in a prolonged release matrix, which comprises a prolonged release matrix material selected from the group consisting of nonionic acrylic polymers and waxy materials and which provides prolonged release of the pharmacologically active ingredient, resistance against solvent extraction, resistance against grinding, and resistance against dose-dumping in aqueous ethanol.

Abstract: Highly selective 5-HT(2C) receptor agonists receptors are disclosed. The 5-HT(2C) receptor agonists are used in the treatments of disease and conditions wherein modulation of 5-HT(2C) receptors provides a benefit, such as obesity and psychiatric disorders.

Abstract: Desensitizing drug products, methods of making desensitizing drug products, and methods of using desensitizing drug products including delivery of desensitizing drug products. In one embodiment, the desensitizing drug products are male genital desensitizers that comprise one or anesthetic agents and one or more melting point depressing agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of potent selective LSD1 inhibitors and LSD1/MAO-B iithibitors for treating or preventing viral infections. Furthermore, the present invention relates to the new use of cyclopropylamine acetamide derivatives or cyclopropylamine derivatives, as defmed herein, for treating or preventing viral infection and treating or preventing reacti - vation of a virus after latency.

Abstract: Premature termination codons readthrough compounds, composition thereof, and methods of making and using the same are provided.

Abstract: This invention provides an oral pharmaceutical composition comprising a physiologically tolerable shell containing a drug of abuse within an oil comprising physiologically tolerable unsaturated fatty acids.

Abstract: This invention provides an oral pharmaceutical composition comprising a physiologically tolerable gelled oil-in-water emulsion containing a drug of abuse.

Abstract: A method and composition for treating osteoarthritis with ion-channel regulators is disclosed. The ion-channel regulators are used alone or in combination with other osteoarthritis treatment agents, including but not limited to injectable agents such as viscosupplements and steroids. A composition comprising one or more ion-channel regulator(s) and one or more osteoarthritis treatment agent(s) is also disclosed.

Abstract: A crystalline salt of 3-[2-(dimethylamino)methyl(cyclohex-1-yl)] phenol and hydrogen chloride, preferably in a 1:1 composition, including various crystalline forms of this salt, processes for preparing the various crystalline forms of this salt, pharmaceutical compositions containing the various crystalline forms of this salt, and the use of this salt as a pharmacologically active agent in a pharmaceutical composition to treat or inhibit pain or other disorders or disease states.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula I wherein n, A, R, R?, R?, RO, X and Y are as defined in the description, and their preparation. The compounds of formula I are useful as pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: Use of 1-phenyl-3-dimethylaminopropane compounds for the production of medicaments for treating neuropathic pain, preferably polyneuropathic pain, also preferably diabetic neuropathic pain, more preferably diabetic peripheral neuropathic pain, and furthermore preferably for treating diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Abstract: The present invention provides sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use. The sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions include an amine-containing compound (e.g., an opioid) (including salts thereof) and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of a non-NSAID cyclic organic acid compound.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of selectively inhibiting PKC? in the presence of PKC?, by administering to a subject in need thereof, a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula I. The present invention also provides a method of inhibiting cytokine synthesis in a T cell, a method of inhibiting T cell proliferation, and a method of inhibiting the replication of and cytokine production by T lymphocytes, while not stimulating or inhibiting the replication of B lymphocytes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of a nitroaniline derivative of Formula I for the production of nitric oxide and for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of a disease wherein the administration of nitric oxide is beneficial. The present invention furthermore relates to a method for the production of NO irradiating a nitroaniline derivative of Formula I, a kit comprising a nitroaniline derivative of Formula I and a carrier and to a system comprising a source of radiations and a container associated to a nitroaniline derivative of Formula I. In Formula I, R and RI are each independently hydrogen or a C1-C3 alkyl group; RII is hydrogen or an alkyl group.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds having a P2X3 and/or P2X2/3 receptor antagonistic effect. A pharmaceutical composition having a P2X3 and/or P2X2/3 receptor antagonistic effect comprising a compound of the formula (I): wherein ring A is substituted or unsubstituted 5 to 7-membered cycloalkane, substituted or unsubstituted 5 to 7-membered cycloalkene or the like; C is a carbon atom; —X— is —N(R16)— or the like; R16 is hydrogen, substituted or unsubstituted alkyl or the like; R7 is substituted or unsubstituted 5- or 6-membered heteroaryl, substituted or unsubstituted 6 to 10 membered aryl; Q1 and Q2 are each independently a carbon atom or a nitrogen atom; -L- is —O—, —S— or the like; R6 is substituted or unsubstituted cycloalkyl, substituted or unsubstituted cycloalkenyl or the like; R2 is hydrogen, hydroxy or the like, or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt or a solvate thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pharmaceutical dosage form having a breaking strength of at least 500 N and comprising a pharmacologically active compound, a polyalkylene oxide having an average molecular weight of at least 200,000 g/mol, and a nonionic surfactant; wherein the content of the polyalkylene oxide is within the range of from 20 to 75 wt.-%, based on the total weight of the pharmaceutical dosage form.

Abstract: Disclosed is the use of sphingosine-1-phosphate (S1P) receptor agonists, preferably 2-amino-2-[2-(4-octylphenyl)ethyl]propane-1,3-diol, in the treatment of progressive dementia or brain degenerative diseases.

Abstract: A method for treating, preventing or ameliorating a hyperliferative disease and/or disorder in a mammal, comprises administering a therapeutically effective amount of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of a compound of Formula (III), a compound of Formula (IV), and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of Formula (III) or Formula (IV): wherein R2 is selected from the group consisting of methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, vinyl and allyl.

Abstract: Effects of deprenyl or propargylamine compounds (MAO inhibitors) and novel compositions comprising at least one MAO inhibitor and at least one antiinflammatory agent such as nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs (NSAIDS), steroids, acetaminophen (COX-3 inhibitors), 5-lipoxygenase inhibitors, leukotriene receptor antagonists, leukotriene A4 hydrolase inhibitors, antihistaminics, histamine 2 receptor antagonists, phosphodiesterase-4 antagonists, cytokine antagonists, CD44 antagonists, antineoplastic agents, 3-hydroxy-3-methylglutaryl coenzyme A inhibitors (statins), estrogens, androgens, antiplatelet agents, antidepressants, Helicobacter pylori inhibitors, proton pump inhibitors, thiazolidinediones, dual-action compounds, combinations of these drugs with other agents, derivatives and metabolites of synthetic and natural antiinflammatory agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of compositions comprising trans-clomiphene for treating men with hypogonadism. The invention is also directed to methods for treating males with hypogonadism and disorders related thereto, including reduction of muscle mass. limitation of body performance capacity, reduction of bone density, reduction of libido, reduction of potency, reduction of benign prostatic hyperplasia and infertility.

Abstract: The invention relates to a pharmaceutical dosage form exhibiting a breaking strength of at least 500 N, said dosage form containing a pharmacologically active ingredient (A); an inorganic salt (B); and a polyalkylene oxide (C) having a weight average molecular weight of at least 200,000 g/mol, wherein the content of the polyalkylene oxide (C) is at least 20 wt.-%, based on the total weight of the dosage form; wherein the pharmacologically active ingredient (A) is present in a controlled-release matrix comprising the inorganic salt (B) and the polyalkylene oxide (C) and wherein, under in vitro conditions, the release profile of the pharmacologically active ingredient (A) from said matrix comprises at least a time interval during which the release follows zero order kinetics.

Abstract: Desensitizing drug products, methods of making desensitizing drug products, and methods of using desensitizing drug products including delivery of desensitizing drug products. In one embodiment, the desensitizing drug products are male genital desensitizers that comprise one or anesthetic agents and one or more melting point depressing agents.

Abstract: The disclosure provides a molecular genetic approach of targeted mutagenesis and heterologous expression, coupled with in vitro and in vivo models of bacterial pathogenesis, to demonstrate that the S. aureus pigment is a virulence factor and potential novel target for antimicrobial therapy.