Amino Nitrogen Attached To Aryl Ring Or Aryl Ring System By An Acyclic Carbon Or Acyclic Chain Patents (Class 514/649)
  • Publication number: 20130202705
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to an extended release oral dosage form comprising a matrix containing a viscosity modifier (but no lipid) and coated granules containing a high water-soluble, high dose drug. The dosage form has alcohol resistance and may also have crush resistance.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: August 8, 2013
    Applicant: Cima Labs Inc.
    Inventor: Ehab Hamed
  • Patent number: 8501227
    Abstract: Stabilized controlled release pharmaceutical preparations are disclosed in which active ingredient degradation is prevented without the use of a stabilizer. The active ingredient is sealed away from excipients that can adversely affect stability by sealing the excipients rather than the active ingredient. The preparations are substantially unaffected by exposure to storage conditions of elevated temperature and/or elevated relative humidity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: August 6, 2013
    Assignee: Andrx Pharmaceuticals, LLC
    Inventors: Boyong Li, Xiu Xiu Cheng
  • Publication number: 20130196958
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of maintaining, and methods of restoring, a desired calcium homeostasis in a non-human terrestrial animal by administering an effective amount of one or more Calcium-Sensing Receptor modulators (CaSRs) to the animal. The invention further provides methods of reducing foot lesions in chickens. The invention also relates to food compositions useful in the methods of the invention.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 22, 2009
    Publication date: August 1, 2013
    Inventors: H. William Harris, JR., Marlies Betka, Chris Frederick Holm, Steven Harold Jury
  • Patent number: 8486374
    Abstract: A waterless composition suitable for delivery of an active agent to a body surface or cavity includes a vehicle having about 70% to about 99% by weight of a hydrophilic polar solvent, said hydrophilic solvent selected from the group consisting of (i) a mixture of two or more different polyethylene glycols (PEGs), wherein at least one PEG is a high molecular weight PEG having a melting point greater than 25° C.; and (ii) propylene glycol (PG); about 0% to about 10% of at least one surface active agent; about 0% to about 5% of a polymeric agent; about 0% to about 30% of a secondary hydrophilic solvent; and about 0% to about 5% of a silicone oil; and about 3% to about 25% hydrophobic propellant. The composition is otherwise substantially free of a hydrophobic solvent and includes at least one of a surface active agent and a polymeric agent. The vehicle and the propellant are sufficiently miscible that the components may be homogeneously distributed with mild shaking.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 14, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: Foamix Ltd.
    Inventors: Dov Tamarkin, Meir Eini, Doron Friedman, Alex Besonov, David Schuz, Tal Berman, Jorge Danziger, Rita Keynan, Ella Zlatkis
  • Patent number: 8486381
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for treating intestinal fluid balance disorders and modulating intestinal fluid secretion and absorption using calcimimetics and calcilytics.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 28, 2006
    Date of Patent: July 16, 2013
    Assignee: Amgen Inc.
    Inventors: John Peter Geibel, Steven Charles Hebert, David Martin, Deborah A. Russell
  • Patent number: 8481599
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating, preventing, or reducing alcoholism, in particular methods for increasing patient compliance with therapies that require the intake of an ALDH inhibitor comprising the step of administering a monoamine oxidase B inhibitor.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 30, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 9, 2013
    Assignee: Tonix Pharmaceuticals Inc.
    Inventor: Seth Lederman
  • Patent number: 8476305
    Abstract: A novel therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for an inflammatory bowel disease is provided. An amino alcohol derivative represented by the general formula (1): which is a sphingosine-1-phosphate receptor agonist or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or hydrate thereof are a therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for an inflammatory bowel disease comprises.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: July 2, 2013
    Assignee: Kyorin Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Naoya Yamamuro, Koichi Nakamaru, Tokutarou Yasue
  • Publication number: 20130150346
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of using fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) inhibitors to treat aspects of Parkinson's disease (PD), restless legs syndrome (RLS) and periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), the use of FAAH inhibitors for the manufacture of medicaments for use in the treatment of PD, RLS and PLMD, as well as pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising FAAH inhibitors for use in the treatment of PD, RLS and PLMD.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 7, 2011
    Publication date: June 13, 2013
    Applicants: Ironwood Pharmaceutical, Inc.
    Inventors: James Philip Pearson, Todd G. Milne, Thomas Henry Johnston, Jonathan Michael Brotchie
  • Patent number: 8461146
    Abstract: The present invention provides an oral pharmaceutical composition for the treatment of premature ejaculation, and the composition provides the effective and excellent treatment of premature ejaculation as well as reduced side effects like nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, sedation effect, awakening effect, and weight-loss etc.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 11, 2013
    Assignees: Yuhan Corporation, Hyun Uk SEOL
    Inventors: Hyun Uk Seol, Young Sung Lee, Young Hun Kim, Kyeong Bae Kim, Jeong Min Seo, Kyoung Kyu Ahn
  • Patent number: 8450376
    Abstract: The present invention provides an amorphous bupropion hydrobromide and an amorphous bupropion hydrobromide granulates with at least one pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, and a process for its preparation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2013
    Assignee: Glenmark Generics Ltd.
    Inventors: Shankar Sanganabhatla, Vijay Soni, Mubeen Ahmed Khan, Nandlal Agarwal, Hemanth Kamble, Sharad Gore
  • Patent number: 8450339
    Abstract: New stable compositions comprising the combination of a topically active vasoconstrictor and a topically active anticholinergic drug are disclosed. Preferably, the composition comprises ipratropium or a salt thereof in combination with xylometazoline hydrochloride and a salt thereof. Upon topically administering such compositions to a nasal mucosa in individuals suffering from the common cold the symptoms of rhinorrhea are significantly reduced.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 11, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 28, 2013
    Assignee: Takeda Pharma A/S
    Inventors: Hanne Anette Moesgaard, Karin Lowenstein Christensen
  • Patent number: 8445513
    Abstract: The invention relates to the use of certain alpha-aminoamide derivatives in the treatment of RLS and addictive disorders. The compounds of this invention are able to reduce or even stop the symptoms of RLS and addictive disorders substantially without side effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 19, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 21, 2013
    Assignee: Newron Pharmaceuticals S.p.A.
    Inventors: Claudia Besana, Elena Barbanti, Emanuela Izzo, Florian Thaler, Ruggero Fariello, Patricia Salvati, Luca Benatti
  • Publication number: 20130123326
    Abstract: The present invention relates to allosteric binding compounds of formula (I), especially for the treatment of CNS disorders, together with pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment including these compounds.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 4, 2013
    Publication date: May 16, 2013
    Applicants: REGION MIDTJYLLAND, AARHUS UNIVERSITET
    Inventors: AARHUS UNIVERSITET, REGION MIDTJYLLAND
  • Patent number: 8440724
    Abstract: This document relates to compounds as well as methods and materials involved in modulating neurotransmitter reuptake. For example, compounds, methods for synthesizing compounds, and methods for inhibiting neurotransmitter reuptake are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 14, 2013
    Assignee: Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research
    Inventors: Elliott Richelson, Abdul H. Fauq
  • Publication number: 20130115298
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an extended release composition comprising as active compound Venlafaxine Hydrochloride, in which Venlafaxine Hydrochloride is coated on a non pareil inert core, which coated core is then coated with polymeric layer which enables the controlled release of the Venlafaxine Hydrochloride.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 21, 2011
    Publication date: May 9, 2013
    Applicant: LYCORED BIO LTD.
    Inventor: Yoram SELA
  • Patent number: 8436051
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a mesalamine rectal suppository designed to provide improved comfort of use. One embodiment of the invention is a mesalamine rectal suppository comprising mesalamine and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, wherein the drug load of the suppository ranges from 35% to 50%. Yet another embodiment of the invention is a mesalamine rectal suppository comprising mesalamine having a tap density ranging from about 600 to about 800 g/L (as measured by USP <616>) and a hard fat having an ascending melting point of 32 to 35.5° C. Yet another embodiment is a mesalamine rectal suppository comprising mesalamine particles and one or more pharmaceutically acceptable excipients, where the mesalamine particles have a surface area of from about 0.1 m2/g to about 2.8 m2/g (e.g., from about 0.1 m2/g to about 1.3 m2/g). Methods of preparing and methods of treatment with mesalamine suppositories are also provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 16, 2009
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2013
    Assignee: Aptalis Pharma Canada Inc.
    Inventors: Carl Gauthier, Yves Dumoulin, David Powell, Hugues Moreau
  • Patent number: 8435497
    Abstract: The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing combinations of formoterol and ciclesonide and the use of such pharmaceutical compositions in medicine, in particular, the prophylaxis and treatment of respiratory disease.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2004
    Date of Patent: May 7, 2013
    Assignee: Takeda GmbH
    Inventors: Klaus Dietzel, Helgert Mueller
  • Publication number: 20130108697
    Abstract: There is provided a modified release dosage form comprising a core coated with a polymeric coat, said polymeric coat comprising one or more rate controlling polymers, said dosage form having a hole extending through the dosage form resulting in an inner radial surface and an outer radial surface, said core comprising at least one therapeutically active ingredient, characterized in that the inner radial surface is partially coated with said polymeric coat.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 2, 2011
    Publication date: May 2, 2013
    Inventors: Ramakant Kashinath Gundo, Rahul Sudhakar Dabre, Girish Kumar Jain
  • Patent number: 8426410
    Abstract: In methods, compounds, and topical formulations for treatment of inflammatory skin disorders incorporating compounds represented by the formulas below: wherein each of R1, R2, and R3 is independently hydrogen, hologen, alkyl, or alkoxy; each of R4 and R5 is independently hydrogen, alkyl, or alkoxy; and each of R6 and R7 is independently hydrogen, nitro, alkyl, or alkoxy; wherein each of A1, A3, and A4 is independently hydrogen or alkyl; and A2 is independently hydrogen or hydroxy; and wherein each of B1, B2, and B3 is independently hydrogen, hydroxy, or alkoxy; and each of B4 and B5 is independently hydrogen or alkyl, applying such compounds topically as sprays, mists, aerosols, solutions, lotions, gels, creams, ointments, pastes, unguents, emulsions, and suspensions to treat inflammatory skin disorders and the symptoms associated therewith.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 21, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 23, 2013
    Assignee: Galderma Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Jack A. DeJovin, Isabelle Jean DeJovin
  • Patent number: 8420114
    Abstract: Effective treatments of pain and/or inflammation are provided. Through the administration of an effective amount of at least one alpha adrenergic agonist and at least one beta adrenergic agonist at or near a target site, one can reduce, prevent or treat pain and/or inflammation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 15, 2009
    Date of Patent: April 16, 2013
    Assignee: Warsaw Orthopedic, Inc.
    Inventors: John M. Zanella, Sara Waynick
  • Patent number: 8415501
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for making and using a new polymorph of cinacalcet hydrochloride.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 22, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 9, 2013
    Assignee: Amgen, Inc.
    Inventors: Belle B. Liu, Pengzu Zhou, Nina Cauchon
  • Patent number: 8410102
    Abstract: Methods and products for treating or preventing erythema or a symptom associated with erythema in a subject are described. The methods involve topically applying to an affected skin area a topical aqueous gel composition comprising about 0.01% to about 10% by weight of at least one ?-adrenergic receptor agonist and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 25, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Galderma Laboratories Inc.
    Inventors: Michael Graeber, Christian Loesche, Philip Freidenreich, Jack A. Dejovin, Isabelle Jean Dejovin, Yin-Sang Liu, Matthew James Leoni
  • Patent number: 8410170
    Abstract: A method for preventing and treating prostatic diseases and skin cancer using naturally or artificially synthesized isothiocyanates compounds or the derivatives or metabolites thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 13, 2011
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Wuxi JC Pharmaceutical Technology Co., Ltd.
    Inventors: Jingcai Cheng, Jenwei Chiao, Haiya Jin, Chengjuan Zhong
  • Patent number: 8410176
    Abstract: The present invention discloses processes for the preparation of 3-[(1R,2R)-3-(dimethyl-amino)-1-ethyl-2-methyl-propyl]phenol (Tapentadol), salts thereof and related compounds of formula (A), including stereoisomers and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and to certain intermediates used in such process.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 26, 2010
    Date of Patent: April 2, 2013
    Assignee: Mapi Pharma Ltd.
    Inventors: Ehud Marom, Michael Mizhiritskii
  • Publication number: 20130072564
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for activating an EphA receptor can be used for identifying therapeutic agents for cancer.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 1, 2012
    Publication date: March 21, 2013
    Inventors: Bingchen Wang, Eugene Myshkin, Hui Miao
  • Publication number: 20130064892
    Abstract: A method of making a pharmaceutical tablet comprises (a) combining (i) an aqueous networked cellulose gel with (ii) filler and (iii) an active agent to form a mixture thereof; (b) casting the mixture to form a wet tablet; (c) drying the wet tablet to form a dry pharmaceutical tablet; and then (d) optionally coating the tablet (e.g., with an enteric coating). Pharmaceutical tablets produced by such methods are also described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 8, 2011
    Publication date: March 14, 2013
    Inventors: Raed Hashaikeh, Hatem M.N. Abushammala
  • Patent number: 8394800
    Abstract: Methods and kits for treating or preventing psoriasis or a symptom associated with psoriasis in a subject are described. The methods involve topical applications to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of an ?2 adrenergic receptor agonist, such as brimonidine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 19, 2009
    Date of Patent: March 12, 2013
    Assignee: Galderma Laboratories, L.P.
    Inventor: Jack A. DeJovin
  • Publication number: 20130059005
    Abstract: Polymorphous and amorphous forms of bupropion hydrobromide are described.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 17, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Inventors: Stefano TURCHETTA, Maurizio ZENONI
  • Publication number: 20130059004
    Abstract: An oral drug delivery system comprising a coated tablet having one or more surfaces. The coated tablet further comprises a core and a coating surrounding the core. The core comprises an active ingredient composition comprising at least one active ingredient and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient and a reactive composition located in an immediate vicinity of one or more preselected surfaces. The coating is operable to be reliably removed fully from the one or more of the preselected surfaces of the tablet upon contact with an aqueous environment, but not removed from at least one of the surfaces.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 10, 2012
    Publication date: March 7, 2013
    Applicant: Sun Pharma Advanced Research Company Ltd.
    Inventors: Nitin Bhalachandra Dharmadhikari, Yashoraj Rupsinh Zala, Amarjit Singh
  • Publication number: 20130053326
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treatment of sexual dysfunctions by administering to a subject a pharmaceutical composition comprising a delta opioid receptor agonist in an amount effective to delay the onset of ejaculation in the subject during sexual stimulation.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 2, 2003
    Publication date: February 28, 2013
    Inventors: Kwen-Jen Chang, Klim King, Kestutis P. Biciunas, Robert W. McNutt, JR., William Pendergast, Shyi-Tai Jan
  • Publication number: 20130053353
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates generally to compositions for cosmetic or pharmaceutical application. The compositions include a carrier and rheology modulators.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 4, 2011
    Publication date: February 28, 2013
    Applicant: FOAMIX LTD.
    Inventors: Dov Tamarkin, Elana Gazal, Yohan Hazot, David Schuz
  • Patent number: 8383164
    Abstract: The present invention provides an antiviral composition and system for using the same, wherein the antiviral composition includes between about 0.1 to about 0.3 wt % of antimicrobial agent such as benzalkoniumchloride, between about 0.1 to about 1 wt % of chlorinated phenol compound, such as parachlorometaxylenol, between about 0.1 to about 3 wt % of hydrogen peroxide, and at least about 60 wt % aqueous solvent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 26, 2013
    Assignee: Innovasource LLC
    Inventors: Glenn Fletcher Cueman, Kenneth Robert Vest, Barnwell Samuel Ramsey
  • Publication number: 20130045952
    Abstract: The present invention relates to ABA agonist compounds which increase plant stress resistance. The invention also relates to methods of using these compounds. The invention further relates to compositions and formulations comprising the ABA agonist compounds, and uses thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 17, 2012
    Publication date: February 21, 2013
    Applicant: Van Andel Research Institute
    Inventors: Yong Xu, Xiaoyin Edward Zhou, Karsten Melcher, Huaqiang Eric Xu
  • Patent number: 8372888
    Abstract: Provided are novel compositions which uniquely inhibit sphingosine kinase Type 1 (SphK1) and which are useful in a number of applications including killing or damaging cancer cells, inducing apoptosis, inhibiting growth, metastasis and development of chemoresistance in cancer cells, leukemia, increasing the effectiveness of anti-cancer agents, attenuating immune reactivity, inhibiting survival signaling in cancer cells, and reducing symptoms of multiple sclerosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 29, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 12, 2013
    Assignee: Enzo Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Robert E. Zipkin, Sarah Spiegel, Jeffrey Kroll Adams
  • Publication number: 20130034604
    Abstract: An extended release pharmaceutical composition comprising micronized desvenlafaxine base, at least one pH modifier and at least one release controlling agent and its process for preparation. An extended release monolithic tablet is also provided. Further extended release tablets comprising micronized desvenlafaxine base; at least one pH modifier; at least one release controlling agent; and at least one binder; wherein, the proportion of binder in the tablet is greater than about 3.0% of the total weight of the tablet and wherein, the pH modifier is present in a proportion of more than about 15 parts for each of the 100 parts of the desvenlafaxine base is also provided. Also provided is process for preparation of extended release tablet.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2011
    Publication date: February 7, 2013
    Applicant: ALEMBIC PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
    Inventors: Veerababu Ramabrahmmam Taduri, Girish Shantilal Achliya, Divyakumar Hemant Bora
  • Publication number: 20130018026
    Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods for the targeted delivery, release and/or formation of a drug compound at a target site(s) within the body of an individual, such as a diseased and/or inflamed tissue in the body of the individual. These compositions may comprise a halogenated phenol ring cleavably linked to a core structure of a drug compound. Due to the variety of substituents that may be utilized in forming the different types of linkages, numerous examples of drug compounds linked to a halogenated phenol ring are proposed. The present invention further provides compositions comprising halogenated phenol starting compounds that do not undergo cleavage during a dehalogenation reaction to form a drug compound in a targeted tissue when administered to an individual. Methods of administering these non-cleaving compounds are further provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 13, 2012
    Publication date: January 17, 2013
    Inventor: Keith R. Latham
  • Patent number: 8354453
    Abstract: A method of reducing the incidences of bupropion induced seizures by coadministration of a bromide salt with a bupropion salt.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 18, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 15, 2013
    Assignee: Valeant International Bermuda
    Inventors: Robert Parry Williams, Peter Harris Silverstone
  • Patent number: 8349900
    Abstract: Polymorphous and amorphous forms of bupropion hydrobromide are described.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 6, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 8, 2013
    Assignee: Valeant International Bermuda
    Inventors: Stefano Turchetta, Maurizio Zenoni
  • Patent number: 8344028
    Abstract: Gamma-amino-butyric acid derivatives that are GABAB receptor ligands, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such derivatives, and methods of using such derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions thereof for treating diseases are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 16, 2010
    Date of Patent: January 1, 2013
    Assignee: XenoPort, Inc.
    Inventors: Feng Xu, Mark A. Gallop, Ge Peng, Thu Phan, Usha Dilip, David J. Wustrow
  • Patent number: 8338490
    Abstract: The invention describes essentially a non-therapeutical process for deterring vermin, which is based on the usage of the largely known beta amino-alcohol derivatives of formula (I), as defined herein before. Furthermore, it describes the corresponding vermin-deterring compositions which contain these substances as the active ingredient, compounds of the formula (I) for the preparation of vermin-deterring compositions, and the use of compounds of formula (I) in the defense against vermin. Thus, the invention describes how and in which form the compounds of the formula (I) or their acid addition salts are used to deter vermin from materials, places or warm-blooded animals.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 21, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 25, 2012
    Assignee: Novartis AG
    Inventors: Pierre Ducray, Tania Cavaliero, Maike Lohrmann, Jacques Bouvier
  • Publication number: 20120322796
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I) including any stereochemically isomeric form thereof, wherein the substituents are as defined in the specification and the claims; a N-oxide thereof, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or a solvate thereof; provided that the compound is other than or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The claimed compounds are useful for the treatment of a disease, the treatment of which is affected, mediated or facilitated by activating the GHS1A-r receptor. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions thereof and processes for the preparation thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 29, 2012
    Publication date: December 20, 2012
    Inventors: Bruno SCHOENTJES, Alain Philippe PONCELET, Julien Georges Pierre-Olivier DOYON, Joannes Theodorus Maria LINDERS, Lieven MEERPOEL, Luc August Laurentius VER DONCK
  • Patent number: 8329756
    Abstract: The invention provides a method for treating or ameliorating colon cancer in a mammal comprising administering to the mammal a therapeutically effective amount of one or more compounds selected from the group consisting of compounds of Formula (1), (2), and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or metabolite thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 21, 2010
    Date of Patent: December 11, 2012
    Assignee: Oncophor, LLC
    Inventors: Gilles Klopman, Suman K. Chakravarti
  • Patent number: 8324283
    Abstract: A solid pharmaceutical composition suitable for oral administration, comprising: (a) a S1P receptor agonist; and (b) a sugar alcohol.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 11, 2008
    Date of Patent: December 4, 2012
    Assignees: Novartis AG, Mitsubishi Pharma Corporation
    Inventors: Tomoyuki Oomura, Madhusudhan Pudipeddi, Colleen Ruegger, Alan E Royce, Masaki Sasaki, Tokuhiro Tamura
  • Patent number: 8314151
    Abstract: Provided are novel compositions and analogs which are useful in a number of applications, indications and diseases, as well as for monitoring pharmakinetics and patient management. These compounds and analogs are applicable to treating tumors of the central nervous system, e.g., glioblastoma (GBM).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 31, 2009
    Date of Patent: November 20, 2012
    Assignee: Enzo Therapeutics, Inc.
    Inventors: Sarah Spiegel, Robert Elliot Zipkin, Jeffrey Kroll Adams
  • Patent number: 8309767
    Abstract: The invention relates to 2-aminobenzoyl-alkylamines, -alkylamides and -alkylthioamides, and their application for treatment or prevention of various physiological conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 24, 2004
    Date of Patent: November 13, 2012
    Assignee: Neurim Pharmaceuticals (1991) Ltd.
    Inventors: Nava Zisapel, Moshe Laudon, Dvorah Daily
  • Patent number: 8293791
    Abstract: A method of neuroprotection which comprises administration of an AMPK inhibitor to a patient who is experiencing or has experienced a stroke, the compound being an AMPK inhibitor. Treatments with these agents significantly reduce the size of infarcts, and therefore minimize the loss of brain tissue and neurons. Thus, function can be preserved after stroke or ischemic injury in the brain. Similarly, neuronal loss can be minimized in degenerative diseases that cause neuronal compromise by perturbing energy utilization and availability in neurons.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 23, 2012
    Assignees: FASgen, LLC, Johns Hopkins University
    Inventors: Louise D. McCullough, Jill Sturdivant, Gabriele V. Ronnett
  • Patent number: 8283380
    Abstract: New uses of safinamide, safinamide derivatives and MAO-B inhibitors in novel types of treatment for Parkinson's Disease are described. More specifically, the invention relates to methods for treating Parkinson's Disease through the administration of safinamide, a safinamide derivative, or a MAO-B inhibitor, in combination with other Parkinson's Disease agents or treatments, such as levodopa/PDI or dopamine agonists.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 8, 2004
    Date of Patent: October 9, 2012
    Assignee: Newron Pharmaceuticals S.p.A.
    Inventors: Ruggero Fariello, Carlo Cattaneo, Patricia Salvati, Luca Benatti
  • Publication number: 20120237590
    Abstract: Compositions and methods for treating type 2 diabetes and its sequelae by intravenous or subcutaneous administration of formulations of synthesized curcumin (diferuloylmethane) and concomitantly one or more anti-diabetic agents to human subjects are disclosed herein. The composition of the present invention may be used to: (i) treat patients with diabetes in advanced stages with evidence of any or all encephalopathy, retinopathy, nephropathy, pancreatitis or neoplasias; (ii) treat patients with diabetic disease status without symptomatic or pathologic evidence of associated sequelae but requiring better glycemic control than that offered by standard of care anti-diabetic; and (iii) patients with objective signs or symptoms of sequelae from diabetes of anti-diabetic drugs. One three-drug combination of the present invention includes a slow release PLGA-curcumin and an oral gliptin (DPP-4)-inhibitor or any incretin-mimetic and metformin.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 15, 2012
    Publication date: September 20, 2012
    Applicant: SIGNPATH PHARMA INC.
    Inventor: Lawrence Helson
  • Patent number: 8268894
    Abstract: Methods and compositions for treating disease caused by infectious agents, particularly tuberculosis. In particular, methods and compositions comprising substituted ethylene diamines for the treatment of infectious diseases are provided. In one embodiment, these methods and compositions are used for the treatment of mycobacterial infections, including, but not limited to, tuberculosis.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 11, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 18, 2012
    Assignees: The United States of America as Represented by the Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services, Sequella, Inc.
    Inventors: Marina Nikolaevna Protopopova, Elena Bogatcheva, Leo Einck, Richard Edward Lee, Richard Allan Slayden, Clifton E. Barry, III
  • Publication number: 20120232157
    Abstract: Methods of preparing, and compositions comprising, derivatives of (?)-venlafaxine are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of treating and preventing diseases and disorders including, but not limited to, affective disorders such as depression, bipolar and manic disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cerebral function disorders, obesity and weight gain, incontinence, dementia and related disorders.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 25, 2012
    Publication date: September 13, 2012
    Inventors: Thomas P. Jerussi, Chrisantha H. Senanayake, Nandkumar N. Bhongle