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20080214626 | Methods for prevention and treatment of diseases causes by hypertension - A method for the prevention and/or treatment of a disease caused by hypertension comprising administering to a mammal, such as a human, in need thereof pharmaceutically effective amounts of (5-methyl-2-oxo-1,3-dioxolen-4-yl)methyl 4-(1-hydroxy-1-methylethyl)-2-propyl-1-[[2′-(1H-tetrazol-5-yl(biphenyl-4-yl]methyl]imidazol-5-carboxylate and a calcium channel blocker which is amlodipine or amlodipine besylate. | 09-04-2008 |
20080221172 | Use of Quaternary Pyridinium Compounds for Vasoprotection and/or Hepatoprotection - The invention relates to a method for the treatment or prevention of diseases or conditions associated with vascular endothelium dysfunction or liver injury comprising the administration to a patient in a need of such treatment or prevention of a therapeutically or prophylactically effective amount of a compound selected from the group consisting of: | 09-11-2008 |
20080221173 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION AND A PROCESS THEREOF - The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition having dopaminergic activity and other related pharmaceutical activities comprising trigonelline or its derivative(s) and 4-hydroxyisoleucine or its derivative(s), optionally along with excipients(s); a process of preparing a pharmaceutical composition comprising trigonelline or its derivative(s) and 4-hydroxyisoleucine or its derivative(s), optionally along with excipients(s), wherein the process comprising steps of: (a) extracting a clear solution containing trigonelline and 4-hydroxyisoleucine from plant source; and (b) optionally precipitating derivative(s) of trigonelline and 4-hydroxyisoleucine from the clear solution and obtaining said composition; and an in-vitro method to increase levels of dopamine or to inhibit prolactin by allowing composition comprising trigonelline or its derivative(s) and 4-hydroxyisoleucine or its derivative(s) to bind to cell receptors. | 09-11-2008 |
20080221174 | CONTROLLED RELEASE NISOLDIPINE COMPOSITIONS - Controlled release oral dosage formulations containing calcium channel blockers, and methods of use thereof, are provided for the once-a-day treatment of cardiovascular disorders, such as hypertension, angina, and cardiac arrhythmia. The active agent is preferably a dihydropyridine calcium channel blocker, such as nisoldipine. The formulation provides an increase in the bioavailability of the calcium channel blocker as compared to the bioavailability of the calcium channel blocker in other drug delivery formulations known in the art. In one embodiment, the formulation provides an increase in the bioavailability of the calcium channel blocker, nisoldipine, as compared to the same dose of nisoldipine in the coat-core version of the drug (SULAR®). The formulation can be in the form of a trilayer tablet containing a core or central layer and one or more barrier layers. | 09-11-2008 |
20080227832 | Modified Coffee, Method of Roasting Coffee Bean, Coffee-Like Supplement and Auxiliary Food - A modified coffee containing 3 mg or more of a nicotinic acid compound and 10 mg or more of a Maillard reaction product per 10 g of roasted coffee beans. A coffee-like supplement containing at least one nicotinic acid compound, at least one Maillard reaction product, and/or at least one metabolite of the Maillard reaction product. | 09-18-2008 |
20080249141 | Co-therapy with and combinations of statins and 1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxydiesters - Co-therapy of an 1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxyldiester and a statin is disclosed along with fixed combinations thereof. Amorphous atorvastatin hemicalcium salt and amlodipine besylate are preferred as the various components. | 10-09-2008 |
20080269301 | Oral solid preparation and method of manufacturing the same - An oral solid preparation including a base compound and a powdery or granular additive colored with a colorant and a method of manufacturing an oral solid preparation including the steps of: coloring an additive with a colorant, mixing the resultant additive with a base compound, and tableting the mixture. | 10-30-2008 |
20080300284 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 12-04-2008 |
20080312296 | Bifunctional synthetic molecules - The synthesis and use of bifunctional molecules to improve the topical and transdermal delivery efficiency of various types of therapeutic agents or agents designed to promote the transdermal delivery of those therapeutic agents either into the skin tissue or into the systemic circulation. Three major classes of molecules are covalently joined as bifunctional substances; chemical vasodilators, passive dermal penetration enhancers and therapeutic or diagnostic drugs. Chemical vasodilators may be delivered into the skin to increasing the blood flow in a tissue that has compromised circulation or they may be used as part of a delivery vehicle to promote the delivery of the drug. Passive dermal penetration enhancers are those chemicals that promote the passive penetration of drugs and other chemicals through the stratum corneum and epidermis of the skin tissue. Drugs and diagnostic agents are the third group of chemicals that are candidates for the linkage of molecules. | 12-18-2008 |
20090005425 | Complex Formulation Comprising Amlodipine Camsylate And Simvastatin and Method For Preparation Thereof - The present invention relates to a complex formulation for oral administration including amlodipine camsylate and simvastatin, and a preparation method thereof. The complex formulation of the present invention comprising amlodipine camsylate, simvastatin and a stabilizing agent can be used advantageously for preventing and treating diseases such as hyperlipidemia, atherosclerosis, hypertension, and cardiovascular disease. | 01-01-2009 |
20090023786 | Histone Deacetylase Inhibitor Prodrugs - The present invention is directed to prodrugs of hydroxamic acid based histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors, e.g., suberoylanilide hydroxamic acid (SAHA). The prodrugs are acylated derivatives having increased aqueous solubility and cellular permeability as compared with the free hydroxamic acid, and are useful for inhibiting HDACs, and for selectively inducing terminal differentiation, cell growth arrest and/or apoptosis of neoplastic cells, thereby inhibiting proliferation of such cells. Thus, the prodrugs of the present invention are useful in treating a patient having a tumor characterized by proliferation of neoplastic cells. The prodrugs of the invention are also useful in the prevention and treatment of thioredoxin (TRX)-mediated diseases, such as autoimmune, allergic and inflammatory diseases, and in the prevention and/or treatment of diseases of the central nervous system (CNS), such as neurodegenerative diseases. | 01-22-2009 |
20090036500 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 02-05-2009 |
20090042952 | Sustained Release Composition for Oral Administration of Niacin - A sustained release composition for oral administration of niacin, comprising niacin; a carrier for sustained release composed of a hydrophilic polymer and a hydrophobic polymer; and a pharmaceutically acceptable additive, the hydrophilic polymer being a polyethylene oxide and a natural gum, is capable of maintaining a constant release rate of niacin. | 02-12-2009 |
20090054499 | Intermediate Release Nicotinic Acid Compositions For Treating Hyperlipidemia Which Exhibit an In Vivo Stair-Stepped Absorption Curve - Intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations exhibiting an in vivo stair-stepped or sigmoidally-shaped absorption curves when the plasma nicotinic acid or nicotinuric acid curves are deconvoluted using the Wagner-Nelson method, which are suitable for oral administration once-a-day preferably during the evening or at night for treating hyperlipidemia without causing drug-induced hepatotoxicity to such a level that requires the therapy to be discontinued, are disclosed. The stair-stepped or sigmoidal-shaped absorption profiles for nicotinic acid or nicotinuric acid absorbed from the nicotinic acid formulations of the instant invention are characterized by three phases and by the fact that significant quantities of nicotinic acid are absorbed during the first two phases. The first phase generally ends at about 2.3 hours following ingestion and the second phase generally ends at about 7.3 hours after consumption. Approximately 6% of the nicotinic acid dose is generally absorbed by the end of the first phase and approximately 91% of the nicotinic acid dose is absorbed by the end of the second phase. | 02-26-2009 |
20090062352 | DEUTERIUM-ENRICHED AMLODIPINE - The present application describes deuterium-enriched amlodipine, pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, and methods of treating using the same. | 03-05-2009 |
20090069389 | NOVEL CONTROLLED RELEASE-NIACIN FORMULATION - The present invention relates to a controlled-release niacin formulation. In particular, the present invention relates to a controlled-release niacin formulation, comprising niacin; hydroxypropyl methylcellulose; and a carboxyvinyl polymer, in which the carboxyvinyl polymer and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose are contained in a predetermined weight ratio, and to a preparation method thereof. | 03-12-2009 |
20090099240 | METHODS FOR TREATING ENERGY METABOLISM DISORDERS BY INHIBITING FATTY ACID AMIDE HYDROLASE ACTIVITY - Disclosed herein are methods for treating energy metabolism disorders by administering a composition containing a therapeutically effective amount of a fatty acid amide hydrolase inhibitor. The composition can also be administered to reduce body fat, body weight, or caloric intake. | 04-16-2009 |
20090099241 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING ANTIHYPERTENSIVE AGENTS - The present invention relates to a combination of organic compounds, a pharmaceutical composition and a kit of parts comprising said combination of organic compounds and to a method of treatment or prevention of certain conditions or diseases. | 04-16-2009 |
20090105312 | SOLID PREPARATION HAVING IMPROVED SOLUBILITY - A preparation which can improve the dissolution property of a poorly water soluble drug even when the drug is contained in the preparation at a high content is provided. | 04-23-2009 |
20090124670 | METHOD FOR DESIGNING FORMULATION OF SELF-EMULSIFYING PREPARATION - The present invention provides a High Throughput Formulation Screening system for quickly preparing and evaluating, at low cost, a Self-Emulsifying Drug Delivery System formulation containing ingredients in a viscous liquid state or in a semi-solid or solid state. More specifically, the present invention provides a method for formulation designing of a self-emulsifying preparation, including the steps of: diluting, in a diluent solvent, each of the ingredients in a viscous liquid state or in a semi-solid or solid state to prepare each dilution containing the constituent ingredient; and preparing plural test mixtures by dispensing the ingredients contained in the dilutions and ingredients other than those ingredients into plural test vessels so that the kinds and mixed amounts of the ingredients and the other ingredients added differ among the test vessels. | 05-14-2009 |
20090131488 | Compositions and methods for treating hyperproliferative epidermal diseases - The present invention provides compositions and methods for use in the treatment of hyperproliferative dermal diseases. Specifically, the present invention teaches pharmaceutical compositions for topical administration where the compositions contain nicotinamide and a vitamin D metabolite, calcipotriol, which are particularly effective in treating and in the maintenance treatment of psoriasis and other related dermal disorders and diseases. | 05-21-2009 |
20090156649 | Cellular phosphorylation potential enhancing compositions preparation and use thereof - A pharmaceutical composition comprising as an active phosphorylation potential enhancing substance a pharmaceutically-acceptable salt of an alpha-keto carboxylic acid thereof alone or in combination with nicatinamide and creatine and, its use and products containing the same. | 06-18-2009 |
20090182017 | Pre-Mixed, Ready-To-Use Pharmaceutical Compositions - Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions. | 07-16-2009 |
20090182018 | Pre-Mixed, Ready-To-Use Pharmaceutical Compositions - Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions. | 07-16-2009 |
20090186925 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 07-23-2009 |
20090192201 | Composition and method for treating and preventing musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders - The present invention relates to a pharmaceutical composition and method for treating and preventing musculoskeletal and connective tissue diseases of unknown etiology, such as different forms of arthritis and other rheumatic conditions, comprising a combination of therapeutic agents that improve the processes of blood circulation and angiogenesis in the affected tissues, as well as other supporting therapies. Among the components of herein proposed pharmaceutical composition, are: vitamin K, polyunsaturated fatty acids (blood thinner), and niacin (vasodilator and hypolipidemic agent). | 07-30-2009 |
20090197925 | O-CYCLOPROPYL-CARBOXANILIDES AND THEIR USE - A compound of formula (I): | 08-06-2009 |
20090203748 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyperlipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 08-13-2009 |
20090209600 | MOISTURIZATION IMPROVEMENT VIA A HEATED NIACINAMIDE CONTAINING FLOWABLE COSMETIC TRANSFERRED ONTO SKIN - A product and method for moisturizing skin is herein described. The product is a package with associated instructions for applying a niacinamide containing cosmetic composition to skin dispensed from a heating device. The heated cosmetic composition imparts a more rapid moisturization than expected from an identical composition applied at room temperature. | 08-20-2009 |
20090209601 | USE OF RXR AGONISTS FOR THE TREATMENT OF OSTEOARTHRITIS - Disclosed herein are methods of preventing and treating osteoarthritis through the use of RXR agonists. | 08-20-2009 |
20090247589 | Monocarboxylates for modifying macrophage function - The present invention is directed to methods of inhibiting the production of proinflammatory agents by macrophages by contacting the cells with a monocarboxylate such as nicotinic acid. The invention also includes methods of treating diseases that are associated with macrophage activation such as atherosclerosis; systemic lupus erythematosus; rheumatoid arthritis; inflammatory bowel disease; and diabetes mellitus. | 10-01-2009 |
20090306151 | Pharmaceutical preparation containing an angiotensin II receptor antagonist and a calcium channel blocker - A pharmaceutical preparation comprising an angiotensin II receptor antagonist, a calcium channel blocker and at least one substance selected from a hydrophilic polymer, an acidic substance and a fluidizing agent. The pharmaceutical preparation demonstrates improved dissolution properties. | 12-10-2009 |
20090318508 | Method for Treating Hair Growth Disorders, Such as Female Pattern Alopecia, and Compositions Useful Therefore - The invention relates to formulations useful in treating hair disorders, improving the health of hair, increasing hair growth, and in increasing the niacin content of hair follicles. Nicotinic acid alkyl esters having a straight chain alkyl group of from 1 to 22 methylene units, preferably from 6 to 16 methylene units, and most preferably from 8 to 14 methyl units, may be used, alone or in combinations for treating these conditions. | 12-24-2009 |
20090318509 | Oxime Derivatives as Inhibitors of Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor - Provided are compounds of formula (I) and other compounds. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. Additionally, methods of inhibiting macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) activity in a mammal are provided, as are methods of treating or preventing inflammation in a mammal, and methods of treating a mammal having sepsis, septicemia, and/or endotoxic shock. | 12-24-2009 |
20090318510 | TOPICAL DRUG DELIVERY SYSTEM - The present invention relates to compositions for topical delivery of one or more vasoactive vitamins and their methods of preparation and use. More specifically, the composition includes one or more vasoactive vitamins, one or more alkyl hydroxybenzoate preservatives, an alkanol solvent, an alkoxylated alcohol humectant, and a high molecular weight hydrophilic colloid viscosity increasing agent. In various embodiments, the vasoactive vitamins include vitamin B3 compounds. | 12-24-2009 |
20090326013 | ISOMERS OF INOSITOL NIACINATE AND USES THEREOF - An ester formed from an inositol or an inositol derivative and niacin, wherein the inositol or the inositol derivatives comprises a stereoisomer selected from allo-inositol, cis-inositol, epi-inositol, muco-inositol, neo-inositol, scyllo-inositol, D-chiro-inositol and L-chiro-inositol, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Examples of esters include inositol hexaniacinates such as allo-inositol hexaniacinate and cis-inositol hexaniacinate. The esters can be used to treat any disorder that is treatable with niacin therapy such as dyslipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, hyperlipidemia or cardiovascular disease. The esters can be administered with other agents such as HMG-CoA reductase inhibitors, statins, fibrates, activators of peroxisome proliferator activated receptors poli-cosanol, phytosterols, tocotrienols, calcium, bile acid sequestrants, guar gum and free niacin. The invention includes pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds. | 12-31-2009 |
20100010052 | TOPICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING A DIHYDROPYRIDINE CALCIUM ANTAGONIST - A topical composition comprising a dihydropyridine calcium antagonist, a stiffening agent and a release modifier. The stiffening agent comprises a fatty alcohol, a fatty acid sorbitane ester, or a fatty acid glycerol ester, having a hydrocarbon chain containing 12 to 22 carbon atoms and having a melting point of about 45 to 750° C. The release modifier comprises a fatty alcohol, a fatty alcohol glycol ether, a fatty acid alkyl ester, a fatty acid glycerol ester, or a fatty acid sorbitane ester, having a hydrocarbon chain containing 12 to 18 carbon atoms and having a melting point of about −10 to 400° C. Use of such a composition for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a dermal or mucosal disorder, preferably an anorectal disorder associated with high anal pressure or anal sphincter spasm. | 01-14-2010 |
20100016378 | Method of preventing dihydropyridine compound from degradation - As the addition of water to dihydropyridine compounds such as amlodipine accelerates their degradation into the pyridine form, either immediately or following the formation of unstable hydrates, methods for producing pharmaceutical compositions that contain dihydropyridine compounds are limited to methods in which no water is added, such as methods in which dihydropyridine compounds are added in the form of powder, but these methods are unsuitable for wet granulation in which tablet moldability, hardness, disintegration, or the like can be readily adjusted and the homogeneity of the ingredients can be readily ensured by modifying the granulating conditions. According to the present invention, the co-presence of a methylated cellulose-based polymer during wet processing of dihydropyridine compounds prevents the formation of dihydropyridine compound hydrates and/or the degradation of the dihydropyridine compounds. | 01-21-2010 |
20100022602 | PRE-MIXED, READY-TO-USE IV BOLUS NICARDIPINE COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE - Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed bolus injection pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions. | 01-28-2010 |
20100048645 | Solubilizing of metronidazole - Metronidazole is solubilized in an aqueous phase, by mixing same with niacinamide and at least two glycolic cosolvents; the resulting solutions and pharmaceutical compositions comprised thereof are useful for the treatment of dermatological conditions/afflictions, notably rosacea. | 02-25-2010 |
20100063114 | INHIBITORS OF PROTEIN PRENYLTRANSFERASES - The present invention is directed to novel compounds. These compounds can be useful in inhibiting the activity of GGTase I. The compounds can also be used as anti-cancer therapeutics including as part of methods for treating cancer, in assays, and in kits. | 03-11-2010 |
20100069445 | METHOD FOR THE SEPARATION OF S-(-)-AMLODIPINE FROM RACEMIC AMLODIPINE - Disclosed is a method for the separation of S-(−)-amlodipine from a racemic amlodipine. Featuring the use of inexpensive L-tartaric acid as an optical resolution agent and DMAC as a solvent, the separation method allows the resolution of S-(−)-amlodipine from racemic amlodipine at high yield and to a satisfactory enantiomeric excess and thus is economically favorable and applicable to the mass production of the optical isomer. | 03-18-2010 |
20100069446 | L-THREONINE DERIVATIVES OF HIGH THERAPEUTIC INDEX - The present invention is directed to a derivative comprised of an L-Threonine bonded to a medicament or drug having a hydroxy, amino, carboxy or acylating derivative thereon. The derivative has the same utility as the drug from which it is made, but it has enhanced therapeutic properties. In fact, the derivatives of the present invention enhance at least one or more therapeutic qualities, as defined herein. The present invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions containing same. | 03-18-2010 |
20100076033 | Methods For Treating Hyperlipidemia with Intermediate Release Nicotinic Acid Compositions Having Unique Biopharmaceutical Characteristics - Methods for treating hyperlipidemia with intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations having unique biopharmaceutical characteristics, without causing drug-induced hepatotoxicity to a level which would require discontinuation of the therapy, whereby a majority of the nicotinic acid is release and metabolized in the individual within about 5 to about 9 hours. The present methods of treatment also contemplate administering the intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations composition according to a titrated dosage regimen to reduce flushing. | 03-25-2010 |
20100081696 | FLUORO SUBSTITUTED CYCLOALKANOINDOLES, COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING SUCH COMPOUNDS AND METHODS OF TREATMENT - Fluoro substituted cycloalkanoindole derivatives are antagonists of prostaglandins, and as such are useful for the treatment of prostaglandin mediated diseases. | 04-01-2010 |
20100093810 | Pharmaceutical Compositions for Reducing Amyloid Deposition, Amyloid Neurotoxicity, and Microgliosis - The present invention provides methods for reducing Aβ deposition, Aβ neurotoxicity and microgliosis in an animal or human afflicted with a cerebral amyloidogenic disease, such as Alzheimer's disease (AD), by administering therapeutically effective amounts of the (R)-enantiomer of the dihydropyridine compound nilvadipine, also known as (−)-nilvadipine, to the animal or human, or by administering a non-racemic enantiomeric mixture of the dihydropyridine compound nilvadipine, to the animal or human. Further provided are methods for reducing the risk of Aβ deposition, Aβ neurotoxicity and microgliosis in animals or humans suffering from traumatic brain injury by administering (−)-nilvadipine, or non-racemic mixture of nilvadipine enantiomers, after the traumatic brain injury and continuing treatment for a prescribed period of time thereafter. | 04-15-2010 |
20100105743 | Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for stabilizing the same - Pharmaceutical compositions, and a method of stabilizing pharmaceutical compositions having clevidipine, or any pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, as the active ingredient is described. The method includes the slowing down or inhibiting of the oxidation pathway of clevidipine. This can be accomplished by reducing the amount the pharmaceutical composition is exposed to oxygen and/or light during the manufacturing and storing processes. According to this method, oxygen must be removed or replaced, or light must be sufficiently blocked such that light energy cannot reach the active ingredient of the composition, or is reduced to a level that the light-induced oxidation reaction converting clevidipine to H324/78 is minimized, such that the total detectable level of H324/78 in a given composition sample does not exceed about 0.2% on a weight-by-weight basis, or the ratio of clevidipine to H324/78 is equal to or greater than about 450 to 1 on a weight-to-weight basis. | 04-29-2010 |
20100113534 | Pharmaceutical Compositions And Methods For Producing Low Impurity Concentrations Of The Same - A composition having clevidipine as an active ingredient is described. The composition includes clevidipine as an active ingredient and an amount of the impurity H168/79 that is no greater than about 1.5%, or where the ratio between clevidipine and H168/79 is equal or above 60 to 1. | 05-06-2010 |
20100113535 | TREATMENT OF PRESBYOPIA WITH ALPHA- PICOLINIC ACID AND ITS ANALOGS - Compositions and methods for inhibiting the growth of lens epithelial cells are provided. The compositions provided include a chelating agent in an amount sufficient for inhibiting the growth of lens epithelial cells. The compositions and methods provided may also be used for the treatment of disorders of the eye, especially in the treatment of presbyopia. | 05-06-2010 |
20100144800 | EXTENDED RELEASE TABLET FORMULATION OF NIACIN - The present invention relates to an extended release tablet formulation comprising niacin and a release retarding agent selected from hydroxypropyl cellulose, polyethylene oxide or mixtures thereof. | 06-10-2010 |
20100168186 | Pre-Mixed, Ready-To-Use Pharmaceutical Compositions - Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions. | 07-01-2010 |
20100168187 | THERAPEUTIC COMBINATION - This invention relates to pharmaceutical combinations of amlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof and atorvastatin or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, kits containing such combinations and methods of using such combinations to treat subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and to treat subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. This invention also relates to additive and synergistic combinations of amlodipine and atorvastatin whereby those synergistic combinations are useful in treating subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and those subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. | 07-01-2010 |
20100173957 | METHOD FOR ALLEVIATING SIDE EFFECTS OF RETINOIC ACID THERAPY AND/OR IMPROVING EFFICACY WITHOUT INTERFERING WITH EFFICACY - The invention relates to the use of nicotinic acid alkyl esters, especially myristyl nicotinate, to inhibit side effects associated with retinoic acid therapy. Also a part of the invention is a method for improving skin cell differentiation by administering the nicotinic acid alkyl ester in an amount sufficient to increase expression of caspase 14 and filaggrin. Deficiencies in expression of these molecules can be treated in this way as well. | 07-08-2010 |
20100227895 | METHOD FOR TREATING EQUINE LAMINITIS - A method for the treatment and preventative care of equine laminitis includes effective administration of the amino acid L-tyrosine, alone, or in conjunction with choline bitartrate, niacin, and/or d-calcium pantothenate to regulate and restore hormonal balance, blood pressure and normal catecholamine synthesis. Tyrosine administration fosters proper vasculation in the equine's body, and specifically promotes proper circulation in and to the hoof and laminae. | 09-09-2010 |
20100227896 | USE OF VITAMIN PP COMPOUNDS - Vitamin PP compounds and compounds with anti-pellagra activity such as nicotinic acid and nicotinamide are useful for the reduction, elimination, and prevention of side-effects of immunosuppressive and anti-cancer chemotherapy and diagnosis, especially those induced by the use of substituted pyridine carboxamides of formula I. Combinations containing compounds of formula I and the vitamin PP compounds and compounds with anti-pellagra activity are provided for these chemotherapies and diagnoses. | 09-09-2010 |
20100267778 | Diphenyl ether compound, process for producing the same, and use - The present invention relates to a compound represented by formula (I): | 10-21-2010 |
20100292280 | ANTI-PYRETIC VASODILATORS - The invention provides vasodilating medication as means for lowering fever when administered to humans in need of such treatment. In particular, the use of B3 vitamin substances and Nitric Oxide-donor ingredients in compositions intended for use in reducing fever is introduced. The core composition substances can be used effectively on their own. Yet, in combination with anti-pyretic substances such as Aspirin, Acetaminophen, and Ibuprofen, the present invention enables the use of reduced dosage of composing substances for achievement of desired fever reduction effect. In addition, an optional addition of sweat inducing plant extracts in any of the noted compositions leads to a synergistic effect of reducing fever by increase of both skin blood flow and perspiration. | 11-18-2010 |
20100292281 | TREATMENT OF MCI AND ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE - The present invention provides, among other things, therapeutic compositions and methods that can effectively treat, slow or prevent mild cognitive impairment (MCI) or Alzheimer's disease (AD), in particular, based on therapeutically effective amount of nifedipine, oxidized or nitroso nifedipine derivatives, thyroxine (T4), triiodothyronine (T3) and combinations thereof. | 11-18-2010 |
20100305166 | NOVEL COMPOUNDS - A compound of formula (I) or salts thereof, | 12-02-2010 |
20110071198 | NICOTINIC ACID RECEPTOR LIGANDS - The present invention relates, in general, to nicotinic acid receptor ligands and, in particular, to ligands that have a relative efficacy for activating a G-protein-coupled receptor function (e.g., signaling) that is greater than their relative efficacy for stimulating β-arrestin function (e.g., recruitment and/or signaling). The invention further relates to the use of such “biased ligands” to decrease triglycerides levels and to potentially increase high density lipoprotein (HDL) levels in patients and potentially lower low density lipoprotein (LDL) and/or very low density lipoprotein (VLDL) levels. In addition, the invention relates to methods of identifying such “biased ligands”. | 03-24-2011 |
20110086892 | Pre-Mixed, Ready-To-Use Pharmaceutical Compositions - Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions. | 04-14-2011 |
20110092552 | Treatment and Prevention of Major Adverse Cardiovascular Events or Major Coronary Events by Administering Omega-3 Fatty Acids - Omega-3 fatty acid compositions comprising eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) and docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) are provided, where the compositions are useful for treating, reducing the occurrence of, or preventing major adverse cardiovascular events or major coronary events in patients who have established cardiovascular disease without prior myocardial infarction, preventing their further progression, and treating underlying risk factors for CVD such as hypertension, dyslipidemia, obesity and/or diabetes. | 04-21-2011 |
20110152327 | Pre-Mixed, Ready-To-Use Pharmaceutical Compositions - Provided herein are ready-to-use premixed pharmaceutical compositions of nicardipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt and methods for use in treating cardiovascular and cerebrovascular conditions. | 06-23-2011 |
20110190354 | GLYCYRRHETINIC ACID DERIVATIVE AND USE THEREOF - Disclosed is a gap junction inhibitor which is more practically useful compared with carbenoxolone. Also disclosed is a novel glycyrrhetinic acid derivative. The glycyrrhetinic acid derivative is represented by general formula (1) or (2). | 08-04-2011 |
20110201654 | THERAPEUTIC COMBINATION - This invention relates to pharmaceutical combinations of amlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof and atorvastatin or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, kits containing such combinations and methods of using such combinations to treat subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and to treat subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. This invention also relates to additive and synergistic combinations of amlodipine and atorvastatin whereby those synergistic combinations are useful in treating subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and those subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. | 08-18-2011 |
20110245298 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 10-06-2011 |
20110245299 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 10-06-2011 |
20110245300 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 10-06-2011 |
20110245301 | SOLID PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING AMLODIPINE AND LOSARTAN WITH IMPROVED STABILITY - The present invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating cardiovascular disorders comprising granular forms of amlodipine and losartan which are separated from each other, and a stabilizing agent, which has improved storage stability due to minimized interaction between amlodipine and losartan. | 10-06-2011 |
20110245302 | SOLID PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING AMLODIPINE AND LOSARTAN AND PROCESS FOR PRODUCING SAME - The present invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating cardiovascular disorders comprising amlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and losartan or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, which exhibits high dissolution rates of amlodipine and losartan even under a low pH condition and improved storage stability. | 10-06-2011 |
20110251245 | SOLID PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION COMPRISING AMLODIPINE AND LOSARTAN - The present invention relates to a solid pharmaceutical composition for preventing or treating cardiovascular disorders comprising amlodipine and losartan as active ingredients, and a disintegrant which is a mixture of at least two components selected from the group consisting of sodium starch glycolate, crosscarmellose sodium, and crosspovidone, which exhibits a high and stable level of amlodipine and losartan dissolution rates. | 10-13-2011 |
20110263660 | ANTIHYPERTENSIVE PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION - An antihypertensive pharmaceutical composition is provided, which contains levamlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and indapamide. In the present invention, levamlodipine and indapamide are administrated in combination for treating hypertension, a good synergistic antihypertensive effect is achieved, and the edema side effect due to sodium and water retention caused when levamlodipine is administrated alone and the side effect of glucose metabolism interference caused when indapamide is administrated alone are mitigated. | 10-27-2011 |
20110294860 | AQUEOUS ORAL PREPARATION OF STABLE AMLODIPINE - The invention provides a stable and rapidly disintegrable aqueous oral preparation (liquid or jelly preparation) of amlodipine. The liquid preparation comprises an anionic surfactant having a sulfuric acid group or a sulfonic acid group as a stabilizer in an aqueous solution of amlodipine, at pH 5-7, while the jelly preparation further comprises a gelling agent, a fine powder solid, and a gelling regulator. | 12-01-2011 |
20110301207 | METHODS AND SUSTAINED RELEASE NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyperlipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 12-08-2011 |
20110313006 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION OF LEVAMLODIPINE OR PHARMACEUTICALLY ACCEPTABLE SALT THEREOF AND .beta. RECEPTOR BLOCKING AGENT, AND USE THEREOF - A pharmaceutical composition of levamlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a β receptor blocking agent, and a use thereof are provided. An active ingredient of the pharmaceutical composition contains levamlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a β receptor blocking agent, in which the β receptor blocking agent is one selected from nebivolol, bisoprolol, betaxolol, celiprolol, and nadolol. A use of the pharmaceutical composition in preparation of a medicine for treating hypertension is further provided. The pharmaceutical composition of the prevent invention has the advantages that the therapeutic effect is obvious, and the administration is convenient. | 12-22-2011 |
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20120041035 | LEVAMLODIPINE COMPOUND PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION - A levamlodipine compound pharmaceutical composition is provided, which contains levamlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and chlorthalidone. In the present invention, levamlodipine and chlorthalidone are administrated in combination for treating hypertension, a high synergistic antihypertensive effect is achieved, and the edema side effect due to sodium and water retention caused when levamlodipine is administrated alone is mitigated. In addition, levamlodipine increases insulin sensitivity of an organism, and resists the side effect of increase in blood glucose level caused by chlorthalidone. The pharmaceutical composition of levamlodipine and chlorthalidone overcomes the disadvantage that levamlodipine takes effects slowly in hypertension repression. | 02-16-2012 |
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20120122936 | LEAVE-ON NONSOLID SKIN CONDITIONING COMPOSITIONS CONTAINING 12-[(12-HYDROXYOCTADECANOYL)OXY] OCTADECANOIC ACID - Leave-on non-solid skin conditioning compositions containing 12-[(12-hydroxyoctadecanoyl)oxy]octadecanoic acid. 12[(12-hydroxyoctadecanoyl)oxy]octadecanoic acid can be easily incorporated in combination with lipophilic carriers that are liquid at room temperature. Compositions are able to deliver increased energy production by human fibroblasts. Preferred compositions also contain 12-hydroxy stearic acid and thus are able to deliver a wide range of skin benefits. | 05-17-2012 |
20120157503 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 06-21-2012 |
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20120225911 | Replenishing body stores of fat-soluble vitamins A, and D eradicate chronic viral infection - The invention relates to beta-carotene and its' related analogues, zinc, vitamin D3, and niacin to enhance the performance of the innate and adaptive immune system. Beta-carotene and its' related analogues are converted to retinoic acid that activates retinoic acid receptors, retinoid X receptors and niacin activates the retinoid X receptors and peroxisome-proliferator-activated receptors to increase transcription activities or high density lipids(HDL). Zinc is required for transport of retinol and its conversion to retinal. Vitamin D activates transcription in activated immune cells. The overall effect of the composition is to improve the response of the immune system to effectively remove viral, bacterial, and other invading pathogens. | 09-06-2012 |
20120245207 | NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA AND RELATED METHODS THEREFOR - An orally administered antihyperlipidemia composition according to the present invention includes from about 250 to about 3000 parts by weight of nicotinic acid, and from about 5 to about 50 parts by weight of hydroxypropyl methylcellulose. Also, a method of treating hyperlipidemia in a hyper lipidemic having a substantially periodic physiological loss of consciousness, includes the steps of forming a composition having an effective antihyperlipidemic amount of nicotinic acid and a time release sustaining amount of a swelling agent. The method also includes the step of orally administering the composition to the hyperlipidemic once per day “nocturnally,” that is in the evening or at night. | 09-27-2012 |
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20120289553 | ORAL LIQUID PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION OF NIFEDIPINE - It relates to an oral liquid pharmaceutical composition comprising: a) nifedipine in an amount comprised between 0.1% and 1% w/w; b) ethanol in an amount comprised between 38% and 58% w/w; c) water in an amount comprised between 4% and 12% w/w; d) glycerine in an amount comprised between 30% and 50% w/w; and e) optionally, other pharmaceutical excipients or carriers, the sum total of components being 100% w/w, provided that the composition is substantially free of polyethyleneglycol and derivatives thereof. | 11-15-2012 |
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20120322836 | PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR STABILIZING THE SAME - Pharmaceutical compositions, and a method of stabilizing pharmaceutical compositions having clevidipine, or any pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, as the active ingredient is described. The method includes the slowing down or inhibiting of the oxidation pathway of clevidipine. This can be accomplished by reducing the amount the pharmaceutical composition is exposed to oxygen and/or light during the manufacturing and storing processes. According to this method, oxygen must be removed or replaced, or light must be sufficiently blocked such that light energy cannot reach the active ingredient of the composition, or is reduced to a level that the light-induced oxidation reaction converting clevidipine to H324/78 is minimized, such that the total detectable level of H324/78 in a given composition sample does not exceed about 0.2% on a weight-by-weight basis, or the ratio of clevidipine to H324/78 is equal to or greater than about 450 to 1 on a weight-to-weight basis. | 12-20-2012 |
20130005779 | METHODS FOR TREATING HYPERLIPIDEMIA WITH INTERMEDIATE RELEASE NICOTINIC ACID COMPOSITIONS HAVING UNIQUE BIOPHARMACEUTICAL CHARACTERISTICS - Methods for treating hyperlipidemia with intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations having unique biopharmaceutical characteristics, without causing drug-induced hepatotoxicity to a level which would require discontinuation of the therapy, are disclosed. According to the methods of the present invention, the intermediate nicotinic acid formulations are administered as a single dose once-a-day during the evening or at night. While the methods of the present invention contemplate administering the intermediate release nicotinic acid formulations at any time during a 24 hour period, it is preferable to administer them as a single dose during the evening or at night between about 6:00 pm. and 12:00 a.m., preferably between about 8:00 p.m. and 12:00 a.m., and most preferably between about 8:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. | 01-03-2013 |
20130012551 | METHOD AND DEVICE FOR PRODUCING MICROPARTICLES OR NANOPARTICLES - The invention relates to a method for producing microparticles or nanoparticles of water-soluble and water-insoluble substances by controlled precipitation, co-precipitation and self-organization processes in microjet reactors, a solvent, which contains at least one target molecule, and a nonsolvent being mixed as jets that collide with each other in a microjet reactor at defined pressures and flow rates and thereby effect very rapid precipitation, co-precipitation or a chemical reaction, during the course of which microparticles or nanoparticles are formed. In order to create such a method, with which the particle size of the resulting microparticles or nanoparticles can be specifically controlled, it is proposed within the scope of the invention that particle size be controlled by the temperature at which the solvent and nonsolvent collide, the flow rate of the solvent and the nonsolvent and/or the amount of gas, smaller particle sizes being obtained at lower temperatures, at high solvent and nonsolvent flow rates and/or in the complete absence of gas. | 01-10-2013 |
20130018076 | TRIGONELLINE AS A MUSCLE STIMULANT - This invention relates to the use of trigonelline compounds to increase muscle weight during periods of activity or to inhibit muscle loss during periods of inactivity. | 01-17-2013 |
20130102641 | PRODRUGS OF GABA ANALOGS, COMPOSITIONS AND USES THEREOF - The present invention provides prodrugs of GABA analogs, pharmaceutical compositions of prodrugs of GABA analogs and methods for making prodrugs of GABA analogs. The present invention also provides methods for using prodrugs of GABA analogs and methods for using pharmaceutical compositions of prodrugs of GABA analogs for treating or preventing common diseases and/or disorders. | 04-25-2013 |
20130131125 | THERAPEUTIC COMBINATION - This invention relates to pharmaceutical combinations of amlodipine or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof and atorvastatin or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, kits containing such combinations and methods of using such combinations to treat subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and to treat subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. This invention also relates to additive and synergistic combinations of amlodipine and atorvastatin whereby those synergistic combinations are useful in treating subjects suffering from angina pectoris, atherosclerosis, combined hypertension and hyperlipidemia and those subjects presenting with symptoms of cardiac risk, including humans. | 05-23-2013 |
20130131126 | DERIVATIVES OF 1,4-DIHYDROPYRIDINE POSSESSING ANTIVIRAL EFFICACY - 2,6-dimethyl-1,4-dihydropyridine-3,5-dicarboxylic acid ester type compounds having general formula I | 05-23-2013 |
20130158079 | CLEVIDIPINE EMULSION FORMULATIONS CONTAINING ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS - Pharmaceutical formulations comprising clevidipine in an oil-in-water formulation that is resistant to microbial growth and stable against the formation of impurities. | 06-20-2013 |
20130172392 | SOLID DISPERSION PREPARATION - A granule or a tablet of a solid dispersion that allows a drug in a preparation to be rapidly dissolved without impairing dissolving of the solid dispersion, and a method for producing same is composed of 1 to 10% by weight of a poorly soluble drug, a water-soluble polymer, an excipient and 15 to 50% by weight if a disintegrator; a tablet of a solid dispersion composed of a poorly soluble drug, 1 to 5% by weight of a water-soluble polymer, an excipient and 15 to 50% by weight of a disintegrator; and a method for producing a granule or tablet of a solid dispersion comprising spraying a water-soluble polymer solution, in which a poorly soluble drug has been dispersed or dissolved, on a mixed powder of an excipient and a disintegrator, and granulating and drying a resultant. | 07-04-2013 |
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20130338199 | Novel Niacin Compositions for Reduction of Amyloid Beta Peptide 42 (AB42) Production and for Treatment of Alzheimer's Disease - The present invention discloses (1) phenolic ester hybrids of niacin with m-methoxy-p-hydroxy phenyl compounds like eugenol, vanillin, apocynin, ferulic acid, isoferulic acid and eugenol epoxide and (2) cocrystals of hybrids as above, particularly cocrystal of niacin-eugenol hybrid with cocrystal former like eugenol and oxalic acid (3) novel pharmaceutical compositions comprising a combination of niacin and one or more small molecule/potentiating agent like eugenol, curcumin, cinnamic acid, meclofenamic acid, and their use in the treatment of a disorder or a disease caused by excess production of amyloid beta peptide-42 (Aβ42), its deposition, accumulation, and plaque formation including Alzheimer's Disease, dementia and mild cognitive impairment as well as other neurodegenerative diseases such as Parkinson's Disease, Huntington's disease, multiple sclerosis, amytrophic lateral sclerosis and ischemic stroke. | 12-19-2013 |
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20140045904 | NIACIN FORMULATIONS AND METHODS WITH REDUCED FLUSHING SIDE EFFECT - Compositions and methods for reducing the flushing effect (cutaneous erythema) of niacin and for treating hyper lipemia and elevated triglycerides, comprising a prenylflavonoid, such as xanthohumol, and niacin (nicotinic acid or Vitamin B3). | 02-13-2014 |
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20140113940 | FATTY ACID NIACIN CONJUGATES AND THEIR USES - The invention relates to fatty acid niacin conjugates; compositions comprising an effective amount of a fatty acid niacin conjugate; and methods for treating or preventing an metabolic disease comprising the administration of an effective amount of a fatty acid niacin conjugate. | 04-24-2014 |
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20160107985 | Compositions and Methods Relating to Ionic Salts of Peptides - The present invention relates to compounds of Formula I, compositions containing same, and methods of use. | 04-21-2016 |
20160128957 | Transdermal Drug Delivery using an Osmolyte and Vasoactive Agent - A formulation and method for delivery of bioactive substances when applied to, or within, the skin or other exterior region of a mammal. for example, a patient, includes a vasoactive agent; an osmolyte; and an active ingredient. The formulation is sufficiently hygroscopic so as to create a condition of hypertonicity when absorbed by the skin. When the formulation is applied to the skin, the vasoactive agent can be delivered to the dermis so as to contact the vasculature of a patient. | 05-12-2016 |
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