Two Of The Cyclos Share At Least Three Ring Members (i.e., Bridged) (e.g., Morphinans, Etc.) Patents (Class 514/289)
  • Publication number: 20150111916
    Abstract: This invention relates to the use of a composition comprising opioid/Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) antagonists and dextro enantiomers thereof for the treatment of pain, where the opioid antagonists treat pain by blocking TLR4. More preferably, the dextro opioid/TLR4 antagonist enantiomer treats pain by blocking TLR4 while not affecting the opioid receptors and therefore avoiding adverse effects associated with blocking the opioid receptors. Examples of opioid antagonist and their dextro enantiomers include naltrexone, naloxone and nalmefene, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2013
    Publication date: April 23, 2015
    Inventor: Annette Channa Toledano
  • Patent number: 9006262
    Abstract: A therapeutic or prophylactic agent for cachexia includes as an effective ingredient a compound having a specified morphinan skeleton represented by a compound of the following structure: or a pharmacologically acceptable acid addition salt thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 30, 2012
    Date of Patent: April 14, 2015
    Assignee: Toray Industries, Inc.
    Inventors: Tomohiko Suzuki, Yoshitaka Yoshizawa, Mikito Hirakata
  • Publication number: 20150099776
    Abstract: The compounds of formula (I), or its pharmaceutically acceptable salts, or any stereoisomer or mixture thereof, wherein: R1 is a (C1-C2) alkyl radical; R2 and R3 are radicals independently selected from the group consisting of F, Cl and methyl R4 is H or OH; A is a birradical selected from the group consisting of —(CH2)n— and —(CH2)-phenyl-(CH2)—; t is an integer from 0 to 1; and n is an integer from 8 to 15, are useful for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 9, 2013
    Publication date: April 9, 2015
    Applicants: PONTIFICIA UNIVERSIDAD CATÓLICA DE CHILE, UNIVERSITAT DE BARCELONA
    Inventors: Diego Muñoz-Torrero López-Ibarra, Nibaldo Manuel Inestrosa Cantín, Elisabet Viayna Gaza, Irene Sola Lao, Santiago Vázquez Cruz
  • Publication number: 20150094325
    Abstract: The instant application relates to morphinan derivatives of formula I with enhanced oral bioavailability for the treatment of diseases associated with opioid receptor activity or blockade including alcohol and opiate addiction.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 6, 2014
    Publication date: April 2, 2015
    Inventors: Ryan Turncliff, Daniel Deaver, Derrick Arnelle
  • Publication number: 20150087669
    Abstract: The invention relates to a morphinan-derivative that targets NMDA receptors on pancreatic islets and has the general formula (I) wherein R1 is selected from —OH, —CO2H, —R0, —OR0, —OC(?O)R0, —OC(?O)OR0 or —OC(?O)NHR0; and R2 is selected from —H, —R0, —C(?O)R0, —C(?O)OR0, —C(?O)NHR0 or —C(?NH)—NH—C(?NH)—NH2; wherein R0 is in each case independently selected from —C1-C6-alkyl, -aryl, -heteroaryl, —C1-C6-alkyl-aryl or —C1-C6-alkyl-heteroaryl, in each case independently unsubstituted or substituted; or its physiologically acceptable salt and/or stereoisomer, including mixtures thereof in all ratios, for use in the treatment of a disease or condition, where the disease or condition is insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, non-insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus, obesity, and/or diabetic nephropathy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: August 22, 2012
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventors: Eckhard Lammert, Jan Marquard, Thomas Meissner
  • Publication number: 20150087670
    Abstract: The invention relates to the compounds of formula I or its pharmaceutical acceptable salts, as well as polymorphs, solvates, enantiomers, stereoisomers and hydrates thereof. The pharmaceutical compositions comprising an effective amount of compounds of formula I, and methods for the treatment of respiratory disorders may be formulated for oral, buccal, rectal, topical, transdermal, transmucosal, intravenous, parenteral administration, syrup, or injection. Such compositions may be used to treatment of cough caused by minor throat and bronchial irritation (such as commonly accompanies the flu and common cold), as well as those resulting from inhaled particle irritants, upper respiratory infections, (pseudobulbar affect) in patients with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and multiple sclerosis, neuropathic pain and pain associated with fibromyalgia.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 24, 2013
    Publication date: March 26, 2015
    Inventor: Mahesh Kandula
  • Patent number: 8987293
    Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) are disclosed. The variables R1-R11 are described herein. Certain compounds of Formula (I) are partial agonists of the mu, delta, and kappa opioid receptors, and are useful for treating pain and opioid addiction, with fewer side effects than conventional opioids. Methods for preparing the disclosed compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds of Formula (I), and methods of treating pain and opioid addiction in patients are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: March 24, 2015
    Assignee: Phoenix Pharmalabs, Inc.
    Inventor: John Lawson
  • Patent number: 8980319
    Abstract: Methods for producing stabilized solid dosage form pharmaceutical compositions are provided. In particular, methods for preparing protected granules containing morphinans, and solid dosage form pharmaceutical compositions produced using the morphinan-protected granules are provided.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2013
    Date of Patent: March 17, 2015
    Assignee: Mallinckrodt LLC
    Inventors: Jae Han Park, Tiffani Eisenhauer, Anish Dhanarajan, Vishal Gupta, Stephen Overholt
  • Publication number: 20150073009
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 18, 2014
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Applicant: CONCERT PHARMACEUTICALS, INC.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Publication number: 20150072971
    Abstract: The present application relates methods for treating a depressive symptom comprising administering an effective amount of a ? opioid receptor agonist or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof to a subject in need thereof. Non-limiting examples of such agonist include the compounds of Formulas I, II, III, and IV, as well as the compounds of Table A.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Publication date: March 12, 2015
    Applicant: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Dan Deaver, David Eyerman, Thomas Wynn
  • Publication number: 20150064250
    Abstract: The invention provides a tamper-resistant dosage form including a therapeutic agent-substrate complex embedded in a thermo-formable matrix; such that the complex includes at least one therapeutic agent bound to at least one substrate to form the therapeutic agent-substrate complex. The at least one substrate is being selected from the group consisting of a polyelectrolyte, an organic counter-ion, a pharmacologically inert organic component of a prodrug, an inclusion compound and an inorganic adsorbent; and the thermo-formable matrix includes one or more thermoplastic polymers and optionally at least one pharmaceutical additive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 17, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Applicant: ExxPharma Therapeutics LLC
    Inventors: Isaac Ghebre-Sellassie, Hibreniguss Terefe
  • Publication number: 20150064251
    Abstract: A tamper-resistant dosage form including a therapeutic agent-substrate complex embedded in a thermo-formable matrix; such that the complex includes at least one therapeutic agent bound to at least one substrate to form the therapeutic agent-substrate complex. The at least one substrate is being selected from the group consisting of a polyelectrolyte, an organic counter-ion, a pharmacologically inert organic component of a prodrug, an inclusion compound and an inorganic adsorbent; and the thermo-formable matrix includes one or more thermoplastic polymers and optionally at least one pharmaceutical additive.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2014
    Publication date: March 5, 2015
    Inventor: Isaac Ghebre-Sellassie
  • Publication number: 20150056288
    Abstract: There is provided a modified release liquid pharmaceutical composition comprising combination of dextromethorphan, bromrpheniramine and pseudoephedrine or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The invention further provides process for preparation of such compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2012
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Applicant: WOCKHARDT LIMITED
    Inventors: Vivek Dubey, Rahul Dabre, Girish Kumar Jain
  • Publication number: 20150056268
    Abstract: The present invention relates to water-soluble films incorporating anti-tacking agents and methods of their preparation. Anti-tacking agents may improve the flow characteristics of the compositions and thereby reduce the problem of film adhering to a user's mouth or to other units of film. In particular, the present invention relates to edible water-soluble delivery systems in the form of a film composition including a water-soluble polymer, an active component selected from cosmetic agents, pharmaceutical agents, vitamins, bioactive agents and combinations thereof and at least one anti-tacking agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 21, 2014
    Publication date: February 26, 2015
    Applicant: MonoSol Rx, LLC
    Inventors: Garry L. Myers, Pradeep Sanghvi, Andrew Philip Verrall, Vimala Francis, Laura Moss
  • Patent number: 8962646
    Abstract: The invention relates to a compound of Formula I, II, III, IV or a pharmaceutically acceptable ester or prodrug thereof:
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 29, 2012
    Date of Patent: February 24, 2015
    Assignee: Alkermes, Inc.
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Derrick Arnelle
  • Patent number: 8957085
    Abstract: A compound of formula I is disclosed. Compounds of formula I are useful as analgesics, anti-inflammatory agents, anti-diarrheal agents, anticonvulsants, antitussives and anti-addiction medications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 12, 2014
    Date of Patent: February 17, 2015
    Assignee: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Inventor: Mark P. Wentland
  • Publication number: 20150045384
    Abstract: The present application relates to analogues of morphan and morphinan, compositions thereof, and methods for treating a disease or condition comprising administering an effective amount of the compounds or compositions to a subject in need thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 23, 2014
    Publication date: February 12, 2015
    Applicant: ALKERMES PHARMA IRELAND LIMITED
    Inventors: Laura Cook Blumberg, Dan Deaver, David Eyerman
  • Publication number: 20150037377
    Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted cellulose acetates and methods of use thereof. One embodiment of the present invention provides a coating having a substituted cellulose acetate having a polar substituent that has an oxygen atom covalently bonded to a nonmetal selected from the group of sulfur, phosphorus, and boron; wherein the nonmetal is present in at least about 0.01% by weight of the substituted cellulose acetate.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 16, 2014
    Publication date: February 5, 2015
    Applicant: Celanese Acetate LLC
    Inventors: Michael T. Combs, Thomas S. Garrett
  • Patent number: 8946255
    Abstract: The application is directed to compounds of Formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3, R4a, and R4b are defined as set forth in the specification. The invention is also directed to use of compounds of Formula I to treat disorders responsive to the modulation of one or more opioid receptors, or as synthetic intermediates. Certain compounds of the present invention are especially useful for treating pain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: February 3, 2015
    Assignee: Purdue Pharma L.P.
    Inventors: Andrew Kassick, Jeffrey Lockman, Laykea Tafesse
  • Publication number: 20150031635
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and their methods of use are provided, where the pharmaceutical compositions comprise a phenolic opioid prodrug that provides enzymatically-controlled release of a phenolic opioid, and an enzyme inhibitor that interacts with the enzyme(s) that mediates the enzymatically-controlled release of the phenolic opioid from the prodrug so as to attenuate enzymatic cleavage of the prodrug.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 30, 2014
    Publication date: January 29, 2015
    Inventors: Thomas E. Jenkins, Julie D. Seroogy, Jonathan W. Wray
  • Publication number: 20150025067
    Abstract: Inhibitors of p67phox protein are provided herein, as well as pharmaceutical compositions and methods relating thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2013
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Applicant: CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL MEDICAL CENTER
    Inventors: Yi Zheng, Prakash Jagtap, Emily E. Bosco, Jaroslaw Meller, Marie-Dominique Filippi
  • Publication number: 20150025103
    Abstract: There is provided a liquid oral concentrate comprising combination of dextromethorphan, bromrpheniramine and pseudoephedrine or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The invention further provides process for preparation of such compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: November 1, 2012
    Publication date: January 22, 2015
    Inventors: Mayur Bhamare, Rajendra Nagore, Girish Kumar Jain
  • Patent number: 8921386
    Abstract: A drug substance with a pharmaceutically acceptable organic acid addition salt of an opioid wherein said organic acid is selected from Structure A: wherein R1-R4 are independently selected from H, alkyl or substituted alkyl of 1-6 carbons, adjacent groups may be taken together to form a cyclic alkyl, cyclic alkyl-aryl, or cyclic aryl moiety; R5 is selected from H, or an alkali earth cation; R6 and R7 are independently selected from H, alkyl of 1-6 carbons, an alkali earth cation, and aryl of 6 to 12 carbons, in a number sufficient to complete the valence bonding of X, and wherein X is selected from nitrogen, oxygen or sulfur; and wherein the drug substance has a morphology selected from amorphous and crystalline.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 31, 2012
    Date of Patent: December 30, 2014
    Assignee: Pisgah Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Clifford Riley King, Stephen G. D'Ambrosio, David W. Bristol, Michael L. English
  • Publication number: 20140378499
    Abstract: The present invention relates to methods, compositions, and kits for treating or preventing symptoms of hormonal variation. The method comprises the steps of administering an effective amount of Dextromethorphan or Dextrorphan, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, to a subject having one or more symptoms of hormonal variations.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 11, 2014
    Publication date: December 25, 2014
    Inventor: George R. Royster, JR.
  • Patent number: 8916582
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Date of Patent: December 23, 2014
    Assignee: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Publication number: 20140370005
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to anti-angiogenesis agents and related methods of using to anti-angiogenesis agents for biomedical applications including direct monotherapy and combination therapy for treatment of an angiogenesis related condition. In an embodiment, the invention provides a class of opioid compounds and structurally related opioid derivatives exhibiting anti-VEGF activity for use in therapeutic procedures, including phototherapy. Opioid compounds and structurally related opioid derivatives of the invention may be administered alone or in combination with administration of a phototherapy agent and/or other therapeutic agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Gary L. Cantrell, Raghavan Rajagopalan, David W. Berberich, Amolkumar Karwa, Richard B. Dorshow
  • Publication number: 20140370006
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to anti-angiogenesis agents and related methods of using to anti-angiogenesis agents for biomedical applications including direct monotherapy and combination therapy for treatment of an angiogenesis related condition. In an embodiment, the invention provides a class of opioid compounds and structurally related opioid derivatives exhibiting anti-VEGF activity for use in therapeutic procedures, including phototherapy. Opioid compounds and structurally related opioid derivatives of the invention may be administered alone or in combination with administration of a phototherapy agent and/or other therapeutic agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 26, 2014
    Publication date: December 18, 2014
    Inventors: Gary L. Cantrell, Raghavan Rajagopalan, David W. Berberich, Amolkumar Karwa, Richard B. Dorshow
  • Patent number: 8901148
    Abstract: 8-Substituted-2,6-methano-3-benzazocines of general structure are useful as analgesics, anti-diarrheal agents, anticonvulsants, antitussives and anti-addiction medications.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2013
    Date of Patent: December 2, 2014
    Assignee: Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
    Inventor: Mark P. Wentland
  • Publication number: 20140349999
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the discovery of a novel opioid modulator effective in reducing pharmacologically induced weight gain associated with atypical antipsychotic use. The present invention provides methods of reducing antipsychotic induced weight gain, methods for suppressing food intake and reducing ghrelin levels induced by atypical antipsychotic medications in a patient.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2014
    Publication date: November 27, 2014
    Inventors: Daniel Deaver, Mark Todtenkopf
  • Publication number: 20140343078
    Abstract: Methods of inhibiting cytochrome P450 2D6 enzymes are provided that can be used for improving the treatment of diseases by preventing degradation of drugs or other molecules by cytochrome P450 2D6. Pharmaceutical compositions are provided that can act as boosters to improve the pharmacokinetics, enhance the bioavailability, and enhance the therapeutic effect of drugs that undergo in vivo degradation by cytochrome P450 2D6 enzymes.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 29, 2014
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Inventors: Michael EISSENSTAT, Dehui DUAN, Ji-Hye KANG
  • Publication number: 20140341988
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical dosage forms, particularly dosage forms in granular form having good palatability and capable of rapidly and completely dispersed in the mouth when orally administered.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2014
    Publication date: November 20, 2014
    Applicant: APR APPLIED PHARMA RESEARCH SA
    Inventors: Alberto REINER, Giorgio REINER
  • Publication number: 20140329846
    Abstract: This disclosure relates to novel morphinan compounds and their derivatives, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and hydrates thereof. This disclosure also provides compositions comprising a compound of this disclosure and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 17, 2014
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Inventor: Roger Tung
  • Publication number: 20140328913
    Abstract: The present invention relates to an improved gelatinous coated dosage form having two end regions coated with gelatinous materials and an exposed circumferential band. Openings are provided in at least the exposed band to reveal the core material. The invention also relates to methods for manufacturing such gelatinous coated dosage forms.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 18, 2014
    Publication date: November 6, 2014
    Inventors: Roger A. Rinker, Nicholas J. Casale, James H. Comly, Brenda Pollack, Johan Geerke, Martin Costello, Dennis Wieand, Kishor Parekh
  • Publication number: 20140315940
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel morphinan compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. This invention also provides compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating diseases and conditions that are beneficially treated by administering a ?1 receptor agonist that also has NMDA antagonist activity.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 13, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Applicant: Concert Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Philip B. Graham, I. Robert Silverman
  • Publication number: 20140315941
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating neurological disorders by administering same are provided. The compositions comprise dextromethorphan in combination with quinidine. This invention also provides methods of reducing CNS and gastrointestinal side effects associated with a long term, dextromethorphan/low-dose quinidine combination therapy.
    Type: Application
    Filed: July 3, 2014
    Publication date: October 23, 2014
    Inventors: Gregory J. Flesher, Randall E. Kaye
  • Publication number: 20140296274
    Abstract: This invention relates to the use of a composition comprising opioid/Toll-like receptor 4 (TLR4) antagonists and dextro enantiomers thereof for the treatment of pain, where the opioid antagonists treat pain by blocking TLR4. More preferably, the dextro opioid/TLR4 antagonist enantiomer treats pain by blocking TLR4 while not affecting the opioid receptors and therefore avoiding adverse effects associated with blocking the opioid receptors. Examples of opioid antagonist and their dextro enantiomers include naltrexone, naloxone and nalmefene, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2013
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Inventor: Annette Channa Toledano
  • Publication number: 20140296262
    Abstract: The present invention belongs to the fields of pharmacology, medicine and medicinal chemistry, and provides methods and compositions for treating sexual dysfunction; more particularly, the invention relates to treatment of premature ejaculation in humans.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 9, 2013
    Publication date: October 2, 2014
    Applicant: Trinity Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventor: Chandra U. Singh
  • Publication number: 20140288114
    Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating neurological disorders by administering same are provided. The compositions comprise dextromethorphan in combination with quinidine.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 6, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Inventors: Gerald Yakatan, James Berg, Laura E. Pope, Richard A. Smith
  • Publication number: 20140286931
    Abstract: The present invention relates to new biphenyl-3-carboxylic acid modulators of beta-3-adrenoceptor activity, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 5, 2014
    Publication date: September 25, 2014
    Inventor: Chengzhi Zhang
  • Publication number: 20140275151
    Abstract: A liquid composition is provided. The composition includes at least one active pharmaceutical ingredient dissolved in a liquid carrier system. The liquid carrier includes polyethylene glycol and a co-solvent selected from the group consisting of: propylene glycol, glycerin, and a sugar alcohol. The composition is essentially dye tree, present as a single-phase at room temperature, and optionally contains water.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 7, 2014
    Publication date: September 18, 2014
    Inventors: Mahesh Sudhakar BHARATI, Houphouet Hyacinthe YARABE
  • Patent number: 8829020
    Abstract: The invention relates generally to anti-angiogenesis agents and related methods of using to anti-angiogenesis agents for biomedical applications including direct monotherapy and combination therapy for treatment of an angiogenesis related condition. In an embodiment, the invention provides a class of opioid compounds and structurally related opioid derivatives exhibiting anti-VEGF activity for use in therapeutic procedures, including phototherapy. Opioid compounds and structurally related opioid derivatives of the invention may be administered alone or in combination with administration of a phototherapy agent and/or other therapeutic agent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 16, 2010
    Date of Patent: September 9, 2014
    Assignee: Mallinckrodt LLC
    Inventors: Gary L. Cantrell, Raghavan Rajagopalan, David W. Berberich, Amolkumar Karwa, Richard B. Dorshow
  • Publication number: 20140249173
    Abstract: Methods of treating mental disorders, including anxiety disorders such as obsessive-compulsive disorder, are provided. The methods comprise administering an effective amount of a glutamate modulator to an individual in need thereof. Also provided are methods of enhancing the activity of a serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SRI) comprising co-administering a glutamate modulator and a serotonin reuptake inhibitor. Pharmaceutical composition comprising a serotonin reuptake inhibitor and a glutamate modulator are also provided.
    Type: Application
    Filed: May 15, 2014
    Publication date: September 4, 2014
    Inventors: Vladimir Coric, John H. Krystal, Gerald Sanacora
  • Patent number: 8822490
    Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula I: wherein X?, R1, and R2 are as defined herein, and compositions thereof.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 2, 2013
    Date of Patent: September 2, 2014
    Assignee: Wyeth LLC
    Inventors: Nataliya Bazhina, George Joseph Donato, III, Steven R. Fabian, John Lokhnauth, Sreenivasulu Megati, Charles Melucci, Christian Ofslager, Niketa Patel, Galen Radebaugh, Syed M. Shah, Jan Szeliga, Huyi Zhang, Tianmin Zhu
  • Publication number: 20140243364
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions of pharmaceutical agents in combination with additional pharmaceutical agents in a mixture of polyethylene glycol, polyvinylpyrrolidone, and propylene glycol and a process of making the compositions.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 27, 2014
    Publication date: August 28, 2014
    Applicant: Pfizer Inc
    Inventors: Gary Robert Agisim, Robert Alan Friedline, Shivangi Vijaykumar Patel, César Iván Sertzen, Vanessa Rose Shepperson
  • Publication number: 20140228391
    Abstract: An anise flavored liquid medication. The liquid medication contains phenylephrine and an anethole analog that is substantially free of aldehyde groups. In one example, the anethole analog can be 1-methoxy-4-n-propylbenzene.
    Type: Application
    Filed: February 13, 2014
    Publication date: August 14, 2014
    Applicant: The Procter & Gamble Company
    Inventors: Allyn Michael Kaufmann, James Carl Grimm, Chelsay Lynn Brewster, Thomas Edward Huetter
  • Publication number: 20140213607
    Abstract: During clinical trials on patients suffering from neurological disorders, it has been observed that some patients obtain dramatic improvements in motor control and/or higher mental functioning, when they receive a combination of dextromethorphan and quinidine, at suitable dosages. Improved motor control has been exemplified to date by improved ability to swallow and/or speak, among victims of stroke, head injury, or ALS. Improved higher mental functioning has been exemplified better job performance, increased ability to analyze and solve problems, and increased ability to have successful and satisfying interactions with other people. These types of effects can be seen in a relatively brief time period, such as within several days to a week.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2014
    Publication date: July 31, 2014
    Inventor: Richard A. Smith
  • Publication number: 20140213608
    Abstract: During clinical trials on patients suffering from neurological disorders, it has been observed that some patients obtain dramatic improvements in motor control and/or higher mental functioning, when they receive a combination of dextromethorphan and quinidine, at suitable dosages. Improved motor control has been exemplified to date by improved ability to swallow and/or speak, among victims of stroke, head injury, or ALS. Improved higher mental functioning has been exemplified in better job performance, increased ability to analyze and solve problems, and increased ability to have successful and satisfying interactions with other people. These types of effects can be seen in a relatively brief time period, such as within several days to a week.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 27, 2014
    Publication date: July 31, 2014
    Inventor: Richard A. Smith
  • Patent number: 8785472
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method for treating addictive behavior, comprising administering Dextromethorphan (DM) to a subject suffering addictive behavior. The present invention also provides a method for treating bipolar disorder, comprising administering Dextromethorphan (DM) to a subject suffering bipolar disorder.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 17, 2010
    Date of Patent: July 22, 2014
    Assignee: National Cheng Kung University
    Inventor: Ru-Band Lu
  • Publication number: 20140200237
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to oral, therapeutically effective modified release pharmaceutical compositions of (?)-17-(cyclobutylmethyl)morphinan-3,14-diol and it pharmaceutically acceptable salts and the use thereof, including delayed onset and extended release dosage forms. The present invention is also directed at modified release dosage forms of oral (?)-17-(cyclobutylmethyl)morphinan-3,14-diol which provide robust efficacy and reduced potential for abuse and misuse.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2011
    Publication date: July 17, 2014
    Applicant: RELMADA THERAPEUTICS
    Inventor: Najib Babul
  • Patent number: 8778960
    Abstract: The present invention relates to the discovery of a novel opioid modulator effective in reducing pharmacologically induced weight gain associated with atypical antipsychotic use. The present invention provides methods of reducing antipsychotic induced weight gain, methods for suppressing food intake and reducing ghrelin levels induced by atypical antipsychotic medications in a patient.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 23, 2011
    Date of Patent: July 15, 2014
    Assignee: Alkermes Pharma Ireland Limited
    Inventors: Daniel Deaver, Mark Todtenkopf