Abstract: This disclosure is directed to ophthalmic suspensions for dry eye and other ocular indications that provide long-lasting on eye benefits. The disclosure provides methods of increasing lipid layer thickness and methods of lubricating an eye. The disclosure also provides methods of maintaining integrity of an eye's tear film layers which increases the eye's lipid layer thickness and methods of recreating or building one or more layers of an eye's tear film.

Abstract: Provided are compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, cosmetic and dermatological compositions or nutritional supplement compositions, comprising omega-3 very-long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids (n-3 VLC-PUFAs) and/or their endogenous hydroxylated derivatives thereof, known as elovanoids. This disclosure provides methods for neuroprotection, organ and tissue protection or restoration, prevention or slowing down of aging-related diseases and conditions, and sustainment of function during the aging process.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to ophthalmic suspensions for dry eye and other ocular indications that provide long-lasting on eye benefits. The disclosure provides methods of increasing lipid layer thickness and methods of lubricating an eye. The disclosure also provides methods of maintaining integrity of an eye's tear film layers which increases the eye's lipid layer thickness and methods of recreating or building one or more layers of an eye's tear film.

Abstract: This disclosure is directed to ophthalmic suspensions for dry eye and other ocular indications that provide long-lasting on eye benefits. The disclosure provides methods of increasing lipid layer thickness and methods of lubricating an eye. The disclosure also provides methods of maintaining integrity of an eye's tear film layers which increases the eye's lipid layer thickness and methods of recreating or building one or more layers of an eye's tear film.

Abstract: Self-assembled gels and methods of making thereof are described. A selective range of ratios between an organic solvent and optionally water, or an aqueous solution, allows for combinations of gelators (such as GRAS amphiphiles or prodrug-based gelators), co-gelators (such as anti-retrovirals), and solvents to form self-supporting hydrogels or organogels. The resulting gels may be used in methods of treating HIV and/or hepatitis.

Abstract: Nanoparticles include a core and one or more targeting moieties, as well as one or more contrast agents or one or more therapeutic agents. The contrast agents or therapeutic agents may be contained or embedded within the core. If the nanoparticle includes therapeutic agents, the agents are preferably released from the core at a desired rate. The core may be biodegradable and may release the agents as the core is degraded or eroded. The targeting moieties preferably extend outwardly from the core so that they are available for interaction with cellular components, which interactions will target the nanoparticles to the appropriate cells, such as apoptotic cells; organelles, such as mitochondria; or the like. The targeting moieties may be tethered to the core or components that interact with the core.

Abstract: Disclosed are pharmaceutical products for providing pulses of at least one pharmaceutically active ingredient from a patient's stomach, or from a subsequent gastrointestinal site proximal thereto, for absorption thereof at a site(s) more distal in the gastrointestinal tract than the patient's stomach, or than the subsequent gastrointestinal site proximal thereto. The product comprises first, second, and third pharmaceutical dosage forms, each of which comprises at least one pharmaceutically active agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The product is formulated such that at least two of the first, second, and third pharmaceutical dosage forms further comprise means for providing temporary gastric-retention of the at least two of the first, second, and third pharmaceutical dosage forms within the patient's stomach, or at the subsequent gastrointestinal site proximal thereto.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions, in particular within a fungicide composition, which comprises (A) a dithiino-tetracarboximide of formula (I) and a further fungicidally active compound (B). Moreover, the invention relates to a method for curatively or preventively controlling the phytopathogenic fungi of plants or crops, to the use of a combination according to the invention for the treatment of seed, to a method for protecting a seed and to the treated seed.

Abstract: The present invention provides phosphonate conjugates and methods of preparing the phosphonate conjugates so as to allow, for example, improved methods and compounds for modifying the surface of a nanoparticle to increase in vivo circulation times and targeted delivery performance.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods, compositions, and systems for treating a subject at risk for, with, or suspected of having, myocardial ischemia using hepatocyte secretory factors (e.g., AGP2, BMPER, FGF21, NRG4, and/or TFF3) or using factors that promote liver cell migration to ischemic myocardial tissue (e.g., IL-6 and/or MMP-2).

Abstract: 3-Alkenyl-6-halo-4-aminopicolinic acids and their derivatives are potent herbicides demonstrating a broad spectrum of weed control.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to salts and compositions of isophosphoramide mustard and isophosphoramide mustard analogs. In one embodiment the salts can be represented by the formula I: (I) wherein A+ represents an ammonium species selected from the protonated (conjugate acid) or quaternary forms of aliphatic amines and aromatic amines, including basic amino acids, heterocyclic amines, substituted and unsubstituted pyridines, guanidines and amidines; and X and Y independently represent leaving groups. Also disclosed herein are methods for making such compounds and formulating pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods for administering the disclosed compounds to subjects, particularly to treat hyperproliferative disorders, also are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aqueous concentrate formulations for plant protection comprising: 2-chloro-5-[3,6-dihydro-3-methyl-2,6-dioxo-4-(trifluoromethyl)-1-(2H)pyrimidinyl]-4-fluoro-N-[[methyl(1-methylethyl)amino]sulfonyl]benzamide in the form of its anhydrate; N-(phosphonomethyl)glycine in the form of its free acid, in the form of the ammonium salt or a substituted ammonium salt or a mixture thereof; at least two different non-ionic surfactants with at least one of them comprising an ethylene oxide polymer moiety or an ethylene oxide/C3-C4-alkylene oxide block copolymer moiety, and water; wherein the pH-value of the formulation is below 6.

Abstract: A composition contains an agricultural pesticide and an incompletely hydrated water soluble polymer suspended in a liquid medium.

Abstract: Disclosed are phospholipid based compositions and implant devices, as well as methods and kits that include such compositions or components thereof. In particular, the present compositions include a polymer component such as a poloxamer or PEG component and a phospholipid component, such as a Phosal. The present compositions may include at least one additional component, such as granules, powder and/or particulates. The present compositions may further include one or more bone graft materials and/or active ingredients. The compositions may be used on their own or incorporated on or in a surgical implant.

Abstract: Provided are methods of reducing cellular cholesterol levels using lipid particles that are capable of cellular entry. Such lipid particles may be used for treating or preventing a disease or condition that is caused by or associated with an increased cellular cholesterol level and for treating or preventing a disease or condition, that is caused by or associated with a virus, that relies on cellular cholesterol for its replication.

Abstract: A method for producing a cationic liposomal preparation comprising a lipophilic active compound with physical and chemical stability during manufacturing, storing and reconstituting, and further a cationic liposomal preparation obtainable by this method as well as specific cationic liposomal preparations as well as pharmaceutical compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical dosage forms for topical administration comprising a tri-substituted glycerol compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The invention also relates to a corresponding method for preparing such dosage forms as well as to their use as medicaments for the treatment of cancer and immune diseases.

Abstract: The present disclosure generally relates to methods of making nanoparticles having about 0.2 to about 35 weight percent of a therapeutic agent; and about 10 to about 99 weight percent of biocompatible polymer such as a diblock poly(lactic) acid-poly(ethylene)glycol.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are crystalline compounds of formula (I) wherein A+ represents a hydroxylated aliphatic ammonium species; and X and Y independently represent leaving groups.

Abstract: It is intended to find novel pharmaceutical use of sphingomyelin and to provide preventive or therapeutic agents for various diseases as well as a food and drink product and feed comprising any of these agents. The present invention provides a pharmaceutical agent which contains sphingomyelin as an active ingredient and is any of the following agents: 1) a sialomucin secretion promoter, 2) an agent for preventing drunken sickness (hangover), 3) an antiallergic agent, 4) an antioxidant, 5) an agent for defending against infection, 6) a hair growth agent, 7) a therapeutic agent for demyelinating disease, 8) an anti-pigmentation agent, 9) an anti-inflammatory agent, and 10) an agent for improving learning ability. The present invention also provides a food and drink product or feed, characterized by comprising the agent. It is preferred that the sphingomyelin should be derived from milk.

Abstract: An objective of the present invention is to provide a novel method with an effect of alleviating central nervous system inflammation. The present invention provides a drug against central nervous system inflammation containing a plasmalogen. More preferably, the present invention provides a drug against central nervous system inflammation containing a plasmalogen extracted from a biological tissue (preferably an avian tissue) that mainly contains an ethanolamine plasmalogen and a choline plasmalogen.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to salts and compositions of isophosphoramide mustard and isophosphoramide mustard analogs. In one embodiment the salts can be represented by the formula I: (I) wherein A+ represents an ammonium species selected from the protonated (conjugate acid) or quaternary forms of aliphatic amines and aromatic amines, including basic amino acids, heterocyclic amines, substituted and unsubstituted pyridines, guanidines and amidines; and X and Y independently represent leaving groups. Also disclosed herein are methods for making such compounds and formulating pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods for administering the disclosed compounds to subjects, particularly to treat hyperproliferative disorders, also are disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of formula wherein the variables are defined in the specification, are used in compositions which stimulate T cell responses.

Abstract: A method to determine the utility of small molecules as functional replacements (mimetics) for protein receptor ligands is described. The method uses cellular biological assays on a systematic array of compounds, comprising known protein receptor ligands and other biologically active molecules to determine if a proposed small molecule is a functional equivalent of a receptor ligand, having therapeutic utility as a pharmaceutically relevant and useful agent either alone or in combination with other molecules. Furthermore, the invention provides for a method for the treatment of cancer comprising administering a combination of ET-18-O-CH3 and an anti-cancer agent.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a solid fosfomycin pharmaceutical composition stable in front the coloration, suitable for diabetics and not entailing gastrointestinal problems. The pharmaceutical composition of this invention comprises fosfomycin trometamol, glycine, and optionally other excipients as sucralose, silice dioxide, polyvinylpyrrolidone and flavour; and is substantially free from sugars and sugar alcohols as sucrose, fructose, glucose, xylitol, mannitol, sorbitol or mixtures thereof.

Abstract: A method of reducing the contamination amount of mycotoxin in cereals wherein one or more compounds A selected from the group consisting of ammonium salts, primary to quaternary ammonium salts, alkali metal salts, alkaline earth metal salts and polyvalent metal salts of phosphorous acid and phosphite ester are given to the cereals.

Abstract: Compounds of formula wherein the variable are defined in the specification, are used in compositions which stimulate T cell responses.

Abstract: A method for producing a cationic liposomal preparation comprising a lipophilic active compound with physical and chemical stability during manufacturing, storing and reconstituting, and further a cationic liposomal preparation obtainable by this method as well as specific cationic liposomal preparations as well as pharmaceutical compositions are disclosed.

Abstract: THE INVENTION RELATES TO compositions, compounds, proteins and methods of treatment therewith. Aspects of embodiments also relate to a method of treating a patient by delivering to the tissues of said patient or administering to said patient a therapeutically effective amount of one or more compounds. Aspects of embodiments also relate to a method of detecting the presence of bone disease by machine-assaying detectable serotonin. Aspects of embodiments also relate to methods of treating disease in subjects.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel ring containing phospholipids represented by the structural formula A-X—PO3—W and physiologically acceptable salts thereof and a process for the preparation of these compounds. The compounds can be used for the treatment of protozoal diseases and especially leishmaniasis.

Abstract: There are disclosed compound of formula I, in which R1 represents a hydrophobic moiety adapted to occupy the C? channel of human CDId, R2 represents a hydrophobic moiety adapted to occupy the A? channel of human CDId, such that R1 fills at least at least 30% of the occupied volume of the C? channel compared to the volume occupied by the terminal nC14H29 of the sphingosine chain of ?-galactosylceramide when bound to human CDId and R2 fills at least 30% of the occupied volume of the A? channel compared to the volume occupied by the terminal nC25H51 of the acyl chain of ?-galactosylceramide when bound to human CDId R3 represents hydrogen or OH, Ra and Rb each represent hydrogen and in addition, when R3 represents hydrogen, Ra and Rb together may form a single bond, X represents or —CHA(CHOH)nY or —P(=0)(0?)0CH2(CH0H)mY, in which Y represents CHB1B2, n represents an integer from 1 to 4, m represents 0 or 1, A årepresents hydrogen, one of B1 and B2 represents H, OH or phenyl, and the other represents hydrogen or o

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for the treatment and/or amelioration of atopic dermatitis, the method including the administration of a pharmaceutically active dose of a compound selected from miltefosine, edelfosine, perifosine and ilmofosine to a subject in need of such a treatment and/or amelioration.

Abstract: A method for treating and/or preventing certain ailments by administering to a person in need thereof L-?-lysophosphatidylcholine as an agent for activating the immune system of the person. Also, vaccine compositions that include L-?-lysophosphatidylcholine.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to salts and compositions of isophosphoramide mustard and isophosphoramide mustard analogs. In one embodiment the salts can be represented by the formula wherein A+ represents an ammonium species selected from the protonated (conjugate acid) or quaternary forms of aliphatic amines and aromatic amines, including basic amino acids, heterocyclic amines, substituted and unsubstituted pyridines, guanidines and amidines; and X and Y independently represent leaving groups. Also disclosed herein are methods for making such compounds and formulating pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods for administering the disclosed compounds to subjects, particularly to treat hyperproliferative disorders, also are disclosed.

Abstract: This invention relates to certain chirally-correct mitoprotectant phosphorylated heterocyclic agents [formula (I)], which are useful for the treatment of dermatological disorders that include challenged skin from cancer, diabetes, radiation treatments, chemotherapy, and sun-burn; mitochondrial dysfunction; age spots; acne, loss of cellular antioxidants; skin changes associated with aging including collagen loss, loss of skin pliability, loss of skin suppleness, skin wrinkles and fine lines, oxidation, damage from radiation, damage from free radicals, and damage from UV; dry skin; xerosis; ichthyosis; dandruff; brownish spots; keratoses; melasma; lentigines; liver spots; skin pigmentation including pigmented spots, dark circles under the eyes, darkened skin, and blemishes; oily skin; warts; eczema; pruritic skin; psoriasis; inflammatory dermatoses; topical inflammation; disturbed keratinization; scalp dryness; skin depigmentation, and combinations thereof;

Abstract: The present invention provides intranasal pharmaceutical compositions comprising an S-alkylisothiouronium derivative and methods of treating or alleviating upper respiratory and oral-pharyngeal congestions by pharmaceutical compositions comprising the S-alkylisothiouronium derivative.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to aqueous based formulations of water-soluble prodrugs of propofol. The formulations comprise in aqueous medium an effective amount of the water-soluble prodrug of propofol in the absence of an antioxidant. The formulations are particularly useful as intravenous injections. The formulations preferably are buffered to a pH suitable for minimizing degradation of the prodrug during storage. The formulations can be prepared without the use of harmful co-solvents or surfactants and are stable at room temperature over extended periods of time.

Abstract: The present invention relates to taste masked compositions of S-alkylisothiouronium derivatives, including, but not limited to, S-ethylisothiouronium diethylphosphate, in the form of a coated oral tablet having a desirable dissolution profile.

Abstract: Compositions and methods for enhancing paracellular permeability at an absorption site in a subject are disclosed. The method includes: (a) administering an effective amount of a phospholipase C inhibitor to a subject at a time in which enhanced paracellular permeability is desired; and (b) enhancing paracellular permeability in the subject at the absorption site through the administering of the effective amount of the phospholipase C inhibitor. The disclosed compositions and methods provide enhanced absorption of a hydrophilic drug in a subject.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of correcting peptide or protein misfolding, which can be used to treat peptide and protein disorder in a mammalian subject. The method comprises administering to the mammalian subject, preferably a human subject, an effective amount of a composition comprising sterically stabilized simple micelles (SSM) of a hydrophilic polymer-conjugated lipid or sterically stabilized mixed micelles (SSMM) of a hydrophilic polymer-conjugated lipid and a water-insoluble lipid. The composition may further comprise a biologically active compound, such as but not limited to vasoactive intestinal peptide (VIP), associated with the SSM or SSMM.

Abstract: The present invention includes methods and compositions for the treatment and prevention of protozoal parasitic infections utilizing Diindolylmethane-related indoles. Additive and synergistic interaction of Diindolylmethane-related indoles with other known anti-parasitic and pro-apoptotic agents is believed to permit more effective therapy and prevention of protozoal parasitic infections. The methods and compositions described provide new treatment of protozoal parasitic diseases of mammals and birds including malaria, leishmaniasis, trypanosomiasis, trichomoniasis, neosporosis and coccidiosis.

Abstract: 2-{[2-(Substituted amino)ethyl]sulfonyl}ethyl N,N,N?,N?-tetrakis(2-chloroethyl)-phosphorodiamidates, their preparation and intermediates in their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and methods of treatment using them. The compounds are useful for treating cancer, alone and in combination with other anticancer therapies.

Abstract: The present invention relates to uses of S-alkylisothiouronium derivatives for treating inflammation. In particular, the present invention provides extended release pharmaceutical dosage forms of S-alkylisothiouronium derivatives and methods of use thereof for the treatment of various inflammatory diseases or conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of polyunsaturated fatty acids and one or more components which have a beneficial effect on total methionine metabolism selected from the group consisting of vitamin B12 and precursors thereof, vitamin B6 and derivatives thereof, folic acid, zinc and magnesium, in the manufacture of a preparation for improving the action of receptors. This preparation is advantageously applied in patients suffering from Parkinson's disease, Huntington's chorea, epilepsy, schizophrenia, paranoia, depression, sleep disorders, impaired memory function, psychoses, dementia and ADHD.

Abstract: Aminophosphonate and amino bisphosphonate compounds and methods for their preparation are provided. Also provided are pharmaceutical and agricultural compositions containing the compounds. The compounds and compositions are useful in methods for treatment of various diseases, including, inflammation, autoimmune disease, cardiovascular disease, bacterial infection, viral disease, abnormal cell proliferation, bone resorption disease, osteoporosis, or parasitic disease and in various agricultural methods, including, methods of eradicating weeds.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the prevention and treatment of recent and old dermatitis, especially psoriasis, using lecithin or a lecithin-rich extract. According to one embodiment, phospholipids constituting the lecithin are esterified by Omega 3-type polyunsaturated fatty acids, in particular by docosahexaensic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or by an alkyl glycerol. The lecithin can be of marine origin, extracted from a marine organisms such as fish, shrimp, krill, zooplankton, algae, and phytoplankton, which are advantageous in that their phospholipids, especially phosphatidylcholine, are naturally esterified by Omega 3 fatty acids, and essentially by DHA and EPA.

Abstract: Cytotoxic tumor therapy in a patient is enhanced by co-administration of sphingomyelin. The invention most likely enhances a tumor cell's ability to undergo ceramide-induced apoptosis by increasing the levels of sphingomyelin in all cellular compartments, thereby providing sufficient substrate for activated sphingomyelinase. A method of treating rheumatoid arthritis also is provided.

Abstract: Disclosed is a combination product for use in treating asthma and other respiratory conditions comprising a medicament comprising a surface active phospholipid composition in the form of a fine powder and an antiasthma drug. The product is arranged to be administered to the lungs by inhalation, for example, by the disclosed devices.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition for treating diabetes containing 4-diethoxyphosphinoylmethyl-N-(4-bromo-2-cyanophenyl)benzamide, particularly a pharmaceutical composition for treating diabetes that exhibits excellent effects for treating type II diabetes and the prevention of diabetic complications.