Abstract: Disclosed herein is a self-supporting, dissolvable, film containing dexmedetomidine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The film is administered orally to treat various conditions, particularly agitation, by transmucosal delivery of the active agent.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula I, pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, enantiomers thereof, metabolites thereof, derivatives thereof, prodrugs thereof, acid addition salts thereof, pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, or N-oxides thereof; or a combination thereof; processes and intermediates for preparation thereof, compositions thereof, and uses thereof; are provided. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of Formula I, or enantiomers thereof, metabolites thereof, derivatives thereof, prodrugs thereof, acid addition salts thereof, pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, or N-oxides thereof; or a combination thereof; wherein the compound is a double and/or triple agent or ligand for CYP2D6, 5-HT2A, and/or 5HT2C receptors, and/or acetylcholinesterase are provided.

Abstract: A method of treating a pervasive development disorder in a subject includes administering to the subject a therapeutically effective amount of an NMDAR antagonist, with an intermittent dosing regimen.

Abstract: The present technology relates generally to formulations comprising egg white protein, methods of manufacturing egg protein formulations and uses for egg protein formulations. In particular, several embodiments are directed to egg protein formulations for oral administration in immunotherapy of subjects affected by egg allergies.

Abstract: The invention is a method of treating a subject with primary progressive or secondary progressive multiple sclerosis. The method comprises administering an effect amount of Cis-N-cyclohexyl-N-ethyl-3-(3-chloro-4-cyclohexylphenyl)prop-2-enylamine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof to the subject.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of treating overactive bladder and the symptoms associated therewith, for example, urinary urgency, frequency of micturitions, nocturia, and urgency urinary incontinence. One treatment method according to the present invention comprises treatment with the beta-3 adrenergic receptor agonist solabegron. Another treatment combination according to the invention comprises solabegron, and a muscarinic receptor antagonist which results in a synergistic effect on the symptoms associated with OAB.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of treating overactive bladder and the symptoms associated therewith, for example, urinary urgency, frequency of micturitions, nocturia, and urgency urinary incontinence. One treatment method according to the present invention comprises treatment with the beta-3 adrenergic receptor agonist solabegron. Another treatment combination according to the invention comprises solabegron, and a muscarinic receptor antagonist which results in a synergistic effect on the symptoms associated with OAB.

Abstract: Methods are provided for relieving pain associated with peripheral neuropathy, by topical application to human skin of a topical composition comprising Hamelia patens extract in combination with a dermatologically-acceptable carrier. According to methods of the invention, the topical composition is applied to human skin at a sufficient concentration and for a sufficient time to relieve pain associated with peripheral neuropathy.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by general formula (1) as well as a liquid crystal composition containing this compound and a liquid crystal display using this liquid crystal composition. Using the compound represented by general formula (1) as a component of a liquid crystal composition makes it possible to obtain a liquid crystal composition having a low viscosity (?), a high ?n, suitable T-i, high miscibility with other liquid crystal compounds, and presenting a liquid crystal phase over a wide temperature range. This is therefore extremely useful as a structural component of a liquid crystal composition for a liquid crystal display requiring a high speed response.

Abstract: The invention is directed to the use of a compound of formula I as defined herein, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; or a pharmaceutical composition containing a compound of formula I, in treating a mammal, including a human, for a psychiatric disorder or condition selected from the group consisting of stroke, Huntington's disease and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS).

Abstract: The invention is directed to a method of treatment of a cancer, in a mammal, the method comprising administering to said mammal in need of such treatment an effective amount of a cell growth inhibitory compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt form thereof.

Abstract: The invention is directed to the use of a compound of formula I as defined herein, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; or a pharmaceutical composition containing a compound of formula I, in treating a mammal, including a human, for a psychiatric disorder or condition selected from the group consisting of depression, mood disorders, anxiety, schizophrenia, bipolar disorder (also referred to as manic-depressive disorder), addiction, cognitive impairment, Parkinson's and Alzheimer's diseases.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a compound of formula I, as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; a pharmaceutical composition containing a compound of formula I, a method of treatment of a disorder or condition that may be treated by administration of the compound, the method comprising administering to a mammal, especially a human, in need of such treatment a compound of formula I as described above, and a method of treatment of a disorder or condition selected from the group consisting Human African Trypanosomiasis (HAT), Chagas Disease, Malaria, Leishmaniasis, and other infectious diseases transmitted to humans and animals by exposure to parasites, the method comprising administering to a human or mammal in need of such treatment a compound of formula I as described above.

Abstract: This invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition for mammals and, more particularly, to a pharmaceutical composition which enhances the action of an anaesthetic used in both human and veterinary applications, which, at least partly, reduces the risk of respiratory depression and enhances pulmonary perfusion. The pharmaceutical composition is characterized in that it contains a serotonergic ligand or any pharmacologically acceptable salt or ester thereof which acts on at least one member of the 5-HT family of serotonergic receptors, preferably on one or more of the 5-HTiA, 5-HT4 and 5-HT7 serotonergic receptors. In an example the ligand is the 8-OH-DPAT ligand. The composition can be used in conjunction with or include an anaesthetic, preferably an opioid anaesthetic, to induce a state of anaesthesia in mammals and it can be used to immobilize wile or non-domestic mammals.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions, and methods comprising a polyamine compound are described, which may be used to kill, disperse, treat, reduce biofilms, and/or inhibit or substantially prevent biofilm formation. In certain aspects, the present invention relates to compounds, compositions, and methods comprising polyamine compounds that have antimicrobial or dispersing activity against a variety of bacterial strains capable of forming biofilms.

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. corticosteroïds, interferon or vincristine, generally used for the treatment of hemangiomas.

Abstract: The present invention provides sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use. The sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions include an opioid (including salts thereof) and a salt of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Abstract: The invention relates to selective oestrogen receptor modulators (SERMs) and to processes for their preparation, to their use for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of diseases and to their use for preparing medicaments 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: Pharmaceutical compositions are provided for treatment of Parkinson's disease comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and a fixed dose combination of two active agents selected from compounds having either neuroprotective or symptomatic effects, or both, in Parkinson's disease patients, wherein the molar ratio of the two compounds is in the range of 1:1 to 1:100. The compositions are formulated for immediate release, controlled release, or both immediate and controlled release.

Abstract: Hsp90 C-terminal inhibitors and pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds are provided. The compounds of the disclosure are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of neurodegenerative disorders such as diabetic peripheral neuropathy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to fungicidal N-cycloalkyl-N-[(cycloalkenylphenyl)methylene]carboxamide derivatives and their thiocarbonyl derivatives, their process of preparation and intermediate compounds for their preparation, their use as fungicides, particularly in the form of fungicidal compositions and methods for the control of phytopathogenic fungi of plants using these compounds or their compositions.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, for inhibiting the growth of a microbe; treating a mammal having a microbial infection, mucositis, an ophthalmic infection, an otic infection, a cancer, or a Mycobacterium infection; inhibiting the growth of a Mycobacterium species; modulating an immune response in a mammal; or antagonizing unfractionated heparin, low molecular weight heparin, or a heparin/low molecular weight heparin derivative.

Abstract: The invention provides methods of treating a bacterial infection in a mammal comprising administering to the mammal a compound of formula I: wherein A, B, and X have any of the meanings defined in the specification; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, as well as novel compounds of formula I and salts thereof and pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

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.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel cyclohexylamine derivatives and their use in the treatment and/or prevention of central nervous system (CNS) disorders, such as depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and sleep disorder as well as methods for their synthesis. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds of the invention, as well as methods of inhibiting reuptake of endogenous monoamines, such as dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine from the synaptic cleft and methods of modulating one or more monoamine transporter.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compounds, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, for inhibiting the growth of a microbe; treating a mammal having a microbial infection, malaria, mucositis, an ophthalmic infection, an otic infection, a cancer, or a Mycobacterium infection; killing or inhibiting the growth of a Plasmodium species; inhibiting the growth of a Mycobacterium species; modulating an immune response in a mammal; or antagonizing unfractionated heparin, low molecular weight heparin, or a heparin/low molecular weight heparin derivative.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a tablet or a capsule for oral administration comprising 0.5-0% (w/w) hyaluronic acid or a salt thereof, an active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), and a coating.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions, and methods comprising a polyamine compound are described, which may be used to kill, disperse, treat, reduce biofilms, and/or inhibit or substantially prevent biofilm formation. In certain aspects, the present invention relates to compounds, compositions, and methods comprising polyamine compounds that have antimicrobial or dispersing activity against a variety of bacterial strains capable of forming biofilms.

Abstract: Disclosed is a misuse preventative, controlled release formulation comprising a core comprising a first layer and a second layer. The core comprises a superabsorbent material (for example, polycarbophil), and a plurality of controlled release microparticles having a pharmaceutically active agent (for example, an opioid analgesic) disposed within the core. When crushed, either intentionally or accidentally, and exposed to an aqueous medium, the superabsorbent material present in the core swells to create a hard gel that traps the microparticles. The hard gel and microparticles provide controlled release of the pharmaceutically active agent. Also disclosed is a method of using the misuse preventative, controlled release formulation to deliver a pharmaceutically active agent to a mammal, for example, a human, in need thereof.

Abstract: Slow-release excipients which comprise an association of at least one glycogen and at least one alginate with an alkaline-earth metal salt are useful for the preparation of slow-release pharmaceutical formulations.

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.

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: The present invention relates to antimalarial compounds and their use against protozoa of the genus Plasmodium, including drug-resistant Plasmodia strains. This invention further relates to compositions containing such compounds and a process for making the compounds.

Abstract: Tramadol or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is used in the manufacture of a pharmaceutical preparation for the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders such as irritable bowel syndrome.

Abstract: Phenyl-substituted cyclohexylamine derivatives and method for their synthesis and characterization are disclosed. Use of these compounds to treat/prevent neurological disorders as well as methods for their synthesis are set forth herein. Exemplary compounds of the invention inhibit reuptake of endogenous monoamines, such as dopamine, serotonin and norepinephrine (e.g., from the synaptic cleft) and modulate one or more monoamine transporter. Pharmaceutical formulations incorporating compounds of the invention are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solid racemic dapoxetine, solid dapoxetine S(+)enantiomer, processes for their preparation and their use in the pharmaceutically active compound dapoxetine acid addition salt, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides compounds, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, for killing or inhibiting the growth of a Candida or Aspergillus species or preventing or treating a mammal having candidiasis (oral and/or disseminated) or an Aspergillus infection.

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 invention relates to methods for the prevention and/or treatment of tinnitus induced by cochlear excitotoxicity. In these methods, a pharmaceutical composition comprising an NMDA receptor antagonist is administered to an individual in need of such treatment by appropriate devices and/or formulations for local administration to the inner ear. The tinnitus to be prevented and/or treated may be provoked by acoustic trauma, presbycusis, ischemia, anoxia, treatment with one or more ototoxic medications, sudden deafness, or other cochlear excitotoxic-inducing occurrence. The invention also relates to method for the identification of compounds effective in the treatment and prevention of tinnitus by a novel screening method incorporating an electrophysiological test method.

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.

Abstract: The present invention provides sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use. The sustained-release oral pharmaceutical compositions include an opioid (including salts thereof) and a salt of a non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID).

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula I:or a salt thereof, wherein R3-R8 and X and Y have any of the values described in the specification, as well as compositions comprising a compound of formula I. The compounds are useful as antibacterial agents.

Abstract: Combinations of certain analgesics with COX-II inhibitors, related pharmaceutical compositions, including advantageous galenical forms containing these combinations, and the use of such combinations in methods of treatment, in particular for the treatment of pain.

Abstract: A method of treating or inhibiting, in particular, pain caused by inflammation in a mammal by administering to the mammal an effective inflammatory pain alleviating amount of a (1R,2R)-3-(2-dimethylaminomethyl-cyclohexyl)-phenol compound or a physiologically acceptable salt thereof, such as the hydrochloride or citrate salt.

Abstract: A composition comprises surface-modified nanoparticles of at least one amphoteric metal oxide or oxyhydroxide. The nanoparticles bear, on at least a portion of their surfaces, a surface modification comprising (i) at least one surface modifier selected from lactate, thiolactate, and mixtures thereof, and (ii) at least one surface modifier selected from halide, nitrate, acetate, carbonate, formate, propionate, sulfate, bromate, perchlorate, tribromoacetate, trichloroacetate, trifluoroacetate, carboxylate comprising from one to about four alkyleneoxy moieties, chlorate, and mixtures thereof.

Abstract: The compounds of Formula I are pro-drugs of CETP inhibitors having a central oxazolidinone ring. The compounds cyclize by the elimination of HX to form an oxazolidinone ring after administration to a patient.

Abstract: The present invention relates to biphenyl-based renin inhibitor compounds having amino-terminal groups, and their use in treating cardiovascular events and renal insufficiency.

Abstract: This invention relates to bis- and tris-dihydroxyaryl compounds and their methylenedioxy analogs and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and their use in the modulation of Sirtuin 1 (Sirt1) and there use in neuroprotection for subject suffering from neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's disease, Huntington's disease, Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, frontotemporal dementia, Parkinson's disease, including Parkinson's plus diseases such as multiple system atrophy, progressive supranuclear palsy, corticobasal degeneration and dementia with Lewy bodies, and in the manufacture of medicaments for such Sirt1 modulation and neuroprotection.

Abstract: A stable antifungal composition for topical application on a nail comprising a diol component, an organic acid component, a volatile vehicle, an antifungal agent and a keratolytic agent; the active compound and the keratolytic agent are soluble in the composition in the absence of said volatile vehicle, and wherein at least one in the group selected from the antifungal agent and the keratolytic agent is present in solid state in the composition in the presence of said volatile vehicle. Preferred ingredients include propylene glycol, lactic acid, ethyl acetate, urea and terbinafine or naftifine.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I), in which R1, R2, R3, R4, and q have the meanings indicated in Claim 1, can be employed, inter alia, for the treatment of tumours.