Abstract: The invention relates to compositions and methods of treatment using an iron chelator, an antioxidant, estrogen, and/or combinations thereof, optionally, linked to a nanoparticle, to treat a subject in need thereof. The compositions and methods may be used to restore or protect the normal functions of osteoblast and osteoclast by depleting iron and inhibiting oxidative damage. The compositions and methods may also be used to increase the bone formation rate in a subject.

Abstract: The onset ratios and pathological conditions of collagen-induced arthritis and adjuvant arthritis in model mice and rats, respectively, were successfully ameliorated by topically expressing the cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors p161nk4a and p21Cip1 in articular tissues using adenoviral vectors. In the synovial cells of CDKI-transduced mice, expression of inflammatory cytokines was inhibited. Described are the use of the p21Cip1 protein for inhibiting abnormal proliferation of synovial tissues, inflammation in synovial tissues and/or expression of inflammatory cytokines in synovial tissues; the p21Cip1 gene; compounds promoting the activity or expression of the p21Cip1 protein; and pharmaceutical compositions containing these molecules. Also provided are method of screening for compounds participating in the abnormal proliferation of synovial tissues, inflammation in synovial tissues and/or the expression of inflammatory cytokines in synovial tissues targeting the p21Clip1 protein.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) are effective in the treatment of a microbial infection.

Abstract: An oral particulate antitumor preparation, which allows safe intake of antitumor agents, handling of which could be in many cases dangerous due to their high pharmacological activity, and has a stability equivalent to that of capsules or tablets, is provided. An oral particulate antitumor preparation, in which a particulate composition containing an antitumor agent is coated with a saccharide other than a cellulose derivative.

Abstract: The invention relates to herbicidal compositions, their preparation, and their use for controlling unwanted vegetation. The compositions include an effective amount of an active compound combination that includes: (a) a substituted thien-3-yl-sulphonylaminocarbonyltriazolinone of formula (I-2) or salts thereof; and (b) at least one of the known herbicides listed in the disclosure and, (c) optionally a safener.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compositions having anti-viral activity and in particular it relates to synergistic compositions active against Hepatitis C virus (HCV). The invention also relates to methods for retarding, reducing or otherwise inhibiting HCV growth and/or functional activity.

Abstract: Provided are compounds useful for treating diseases associated with a cerebral accumulation of Alzheimer's amyloid, such as Alzheimer's disease. Also provided are methods for screening for such compounds, by measuring capacitative calcium entry in cells which optionally overexpress APP or a fragment thereof. Also provided are methods of treating or reducing the risk of developing ?-amyloid production, ?-amyloid deposition, ?-amyloid neurotoxicity (including abnormal hyperphosphorylation of tau) and microgliosis associated with cerebral accumulation of Alzheimer's amyloid by administering therapeutically effective amounts of compounds which decrease ?-amyloid production and capacitative calcium entry in cells. Further provided are methods for diagnosing diseases associated with cerebral accumulation of Alzheimer's amyloid in animals or humans by administering diagnostically effective amounts of compounds which inhibit capacitative calcium entry in cells.

Abstract: Provided are compounds useful for treating diseases associated with a cerebral accumulation of Alzheimer's amyloid, such as Alzheimer's disease. Also provided are methods for screening for such compounds, by measuring capacitative calcium entry in cells which optionally overexpress APP or a fragment thereof. Also provided are methods of treating or reducing the risk of developing ?-amyloid production, ?-amyloid deposition, ?-amyloid neurotoxicity (including abnormal hyperphosphorylation of tau) and microgliosis associated with cerebral accumulation of Alzheimer's amyloid by administering therapeutically effective amounts of compounds which decrease ?-amyloid production and capacitative calcium entry in cells. Further provided are methods for diagnosing diseases associated with cerebral accumulation of Alzheimer's amyloid in animals or humans by administering diagnostically effective amounts of compounds which inhibit capacitative calcium entry in cells.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of treating patients who have suffered an acute myocardial infarction (AMI) with a therapeutic that has anti-fibrotic effects, for example, pirfenidone and analogs thereof.

Abstract: [Solving Means] The present inventors have conducted extensive studies on an EP4 receptor agonist, and as a result, found that a novel pyridone compound characterized in that the 1-position in the pyridone ring is substituted with a group having an acidic group such as a carboxyl group and the 6-position is bonded with an aromatic ring group via lower alkyl, lower alkylene, ether, or thioether, has an excellent EP4 receptor agonistic action, thereby completing the present invention. Since the compound of the present invention has an excellent EP4 receptor agonistic action and a blood flow increasing action in the hindlimb of a rat, it is useful as a pharmaceutical, in particular, an agent for treating peripheral arterial occlusive disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to metalloprotein inhibitors comprising: a. an organic substituent and at least one zinc binding group (ZBG) covalently attached thereto; or b. a ZBG substituted by a side chain wherein the ZBG is of formula (I): wherein X is O or S and each R1, R2, R3, and R4 is individually hydrogen or an organic radical. The metalloprotein inhibitors are useful for preventing or treating a pathological disease, condition, or symptom that is associated with pathological metalloprotein activity and/or that is alleviated by inhibition of said activity.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new substituted hydroxyphenylamine based modulators of hormone and/or pigment levels, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel chemical compounds of the formula (I): (I) in free or salt form, its use in the treatment of NET and/or SERT mediated conditions, e.g., depression, vasomotor symptoms, e.g., hot flashes and other diseases or conditions mediated by NET and/or SERT.

Abstract: The present invention relates to processes for preparing certain 2-pyridones and 2-pyridinols, to novel compounds of these two types and to their use as biologically active compounds, in particular for controlling harmful microorganisms in crop protection, in the medicinal field and in the protection of materials.

Abstract: Compositions including topical formulations comprising secreted products obtained from the culture medium of human umbilical cord stem cells and particular combinations of components therefrom are provided for treatment of various dermatological conditions, such as adverse consequences of aging, wrinkling, altered pigmentation, altered viscoelasticity, and altered thickness, among others. Methods for using the compositions and topical formulations for treating adverse or undesirable dermatological conditions are also provided, as well as preventing the appearance of undesirable dermatological conditions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a plant disease control agent containing an amide compound represented by formula (1) below which has an excellent plant disease controlling effect as an active ingredient. (In the formula, X1, X2, Z1 and E1 are as defined in the description.

Abstract: The invention provides a composition including at least one iron chelating compound and at least one antifungal agent. The composition can include the iron chelating compounds deferiprone or deferasirox. An antifungal agent included in the composition can include a polyene antifungal agent, an azole antifungal agent or an echinocandin antifungal agent. The invention also provides a method of treating or preventing a fungal condition. The method includes administering to an individual having, or susceptible to having, a fungal condition a therapeutically effective amount of at least one iron chelating compound for a sufficient time to reduce the severity of a fungal condition, wherein the iron chelating compound comprises a non-siderophore or non-xenosiderophore relative to the fungal condition.

Abstract: Compound of general formula (I): Process for preparing this compound. Fungicidal composition comprising a compound of general formula (I). Method for treating plants by applying a compound of general formula (I) or a composition comprising it.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel urea mimics and analogues of Formula (I): or a stereoisomer, tautomer, pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate form thereof, wherein the variables A, B, W, and R6 are as defined herein. These compounds are selective inhibitors of the human P2Y1 receptor which can be used as medicaments.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions and methods for determining the likelihood of gender-specific successful treatment with 5-FU/oxaliplatin or an equivalent of each thereof. The methods comprise determining the genomic polymorphism present in a predetermined region of a gene of interest and correlating the polymorphism to the predictive response. Patients identified as responsive are then treated with the appropriate therapy.

Abstract: Compositions and methods are provided for the treatment of chronic wounds, including, without limitation, pressure ulcers and diabetic ulcers, by transdermal delivery of an agent that increases activity of HIF-1? in the wound. Agents that increase HIF-1? activity include, without limitation, agents that stabilize HIF-1?, e.g. deferoxamine, deferiprone, deferasirox, etc.; agents that upregulate expression of HIF-1?, e.g. dimethyloxalylglycine, etc., HIF-1? polypeptide or coding sequences; and combinations thereof. Such agents may be referred to herein as HIF-1? potentiating agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compositions and methods for treating the nutritional deficiencies observed in patients suffering from renal disease and associated disorders. Specifically, the method involves administering to a renal patient a composition comprising vitamin C, vitamin E, B-complex vitamins, selenium, and zinc.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to novel compositions which provide improved nutritional support for premenopausal and menopausal women and/or relief from symptoms associated with menopause, as well as prophylactic effects, and methods for using same.

Abstract: Oxetane-containing nucleosides, particularly non-reducing psiconucleoside oxetanes are described herein. Therapeutic application of these oxetane compounds toward the treatment of nucleoside analog related disorders such as disorders involving cellular proliferation and infection are also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula I: wherein R1, R2, V, W, X, Y and Z can be as defined herein. The compounds can be used in the treatment of disorders mediated by the cannabinoid receptors.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with the compounds of formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and esters thereof, wherein R1-R5, A, B, Q, W, and X are defined in the detailed description and claims. In addition, the present invention relates to methods of manufacturing and using the compounds of formula I as well as pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds. The compounds of formula I are antagonists at the CRTH2 receptor and may be useful in treating diseases and disorders associated with that receptor such as asthma.

Abstract: The invention described herein relates to a pharmaceutical composition containing vinorelbine as an active ingredient which is suitable for encapsulation in soft capsules. The liquid oral pharmaceutical composition suitable for a liquid fill composition for a soft capsule dosage form comprises: vinorelbine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; ethanol; water; glycerol; and polyethylene glycol. In a preferred embodiment, the tartrate salt form of vinorelbine is used in the composition. The invention also provides for a method of treating cancer comprising orally administering, to a patient in need of treatment thereof, a soft capsule comprising the pharmaceutical composition of the invention.

Abstract: Inhibitors of the endoplasmic reticulum associated degradation (ERAD) pathway, particularly inhibitors of mannosidase I, are used for the preparation of a medicinal product intended to treat sarcoglycanopathies.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds Formula I and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R1, R2, R3/R4, and R5 are defined herein. These compounds are useful for treating diseases and conditions caused or exacerbated by unregulated p38 MAP Kinase and/or TNF activity. Pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, methods of preparing the compounds and methods of treatment using the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: wherein R1, R2, V, W, X, Y and Z can be as defined herein. The compounds can be used in the treatment of disorders mediated by the cannabinoid receptors.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating glaucoma or ocular hypertension which comprises applying to the eye of a person in need thereof an amount sufficient to treat glaucoma or ocular hypertension of a compound of formula I wherein Y, Q, Z, R, R1 and R2 are as defined in the specification. The present invention further comprises pharmaceutical compositions, e.g. ophthalmic compositions, including said compound of formula I.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to substituted pyridines, methods for their preparation and methods for their use in the treatment and/or prevention of mast cell related conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of mimosine or a derivative thereof for treating the cutaneous effects of psoriasis and related skin disorders.

Abstract: The present invention provides an cycloalkyl derivative of 3-hydroxy-4-pyridinone which is useful for the chelation of metal ions such as iron. Its preparation and use is described. In particular, the invention concerns the removal of iron in chemical and biological systems including chelating agents having the formula I wherein R1 is X with the proviso that R2 is Y; or R1 is T with the proviso that R2 is W; or R1 is X with the proviso that R2R5N when taken together form a heterocyclic ring selected from piperidinyl, morpholinyl, pyrrolidinyl or piperazinyl, wherein the group piperidinyl, morpholinyl, pyrrolidinyl or piperazinyl is either unsubstituted or substituted with one to three C1 to C6 alkyl groups.

Abstract: The present invention relates to stable salts of pyridoxine and ?-hydroxyisocaproic acid (HICA) endowed with enhanced nutritional and/or therapeutical efficacy in respect to their individual effects and to solid compositions containing such salts, particularly suited to oral administration. A method of preparation is also provided.

Abstract: A nutritional supplement comprising at least a therapeutically effective amount of pyridoxine ?-hydroxyisocaproate is provided by the present invention. The ingredients of the present nutritional supplement act substantially simultaneously to maintain physiological blood and muscular pH and increase the time to muscular fatigue in a mammal during periods of repetitive forceful muscular exercise. A method of use is provided by the present disclosure.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the o-pyridinequinone disubstituted derivatives, the composition containing the derivatives, the process for preparation of the derivatives and the use of the derivatives. The o-pyridinequinone disubstituted derivatives of the present invention have action of selectivity inhibiting COX-2 and they can be made into pharmaceuticals. The o-pyridinequinone disubstituted derivatives of the present invention have no acute toxicities and are a safe pharmaceutical.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a radiotherapy enhancer that can reduce the radiation dose and adverse drug reactions when used in combination with a cancer radiotherapy. There is provided a radiotherapy enhancer comprising, as an active ingredient, a pyridine derivative represented by general formula (1): wherein R1, R2, and R4 may be the same or different from one another and represent a hydrogen atom, hydroxy group, or protected hydroxy group, excluding the case where R1, R2, and R4 are all a hydrogen atom, and R3 represents a halogen atom, amino group, carboxyl group, carbamoyl group, cyano group, nitro group, alkyl group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms, alkenyl group having 2 to 6 carbon atoms, or carbonyl group containing an alkoxy group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms).

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel crystalline forms of valdecoxib, to processes for their preparation and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a nutritional supplement, and particularly, to an oral nutritional supplement which contains an iron fortificant comprising a ferric pyrophosphate chelate. The nutritional supplement can also include vitamins, non-ferrous minerals, and other ingredients. The nutritional supplement is useful for providing iron to animals, and is intended to be used, for example, to administer iron to animals and humans, including individuals afflicted with anemia of chronic disease, pregnant women, women anticipating pregnancy, and lactating women. The compositions and methods can also be used to administer iron together with one or more vitamins or non-ferrous minerals to men, women, children or infants, as well as to animals.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to the fields of molecular biology. More particularly, it concerns materials and methods for the treatment of nitric oxide and cytokind mediated disorders. In a preferred embodiment, PDMP may be used to inhibit the expression of iNOS and pro-inflammatory cytokines such as TNF? and IL1?.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds and compositions having antiviral activity. The invention also relates to methods for the therapeutic or prophylactic treatment of viral infections in mammals.

Abstract: The instant invention provides for compounds which comprise substituted 3-aryl-4-hydroxyquinolin-2(1H)-ones that inhibit FAS activity. The invention also provides for compositions comprising such inhibitory compounds and methods of inhibiting FAS activity by administering the compound to a patient in need of treatment of cancer.

Abstract: Disclosed are neuroblastoma tumor-initiating cell inhibiting compositions comprising chemical entities capable of affecting neuroblastoma tumor-initiating cells. Pharmaceutical preparations that include these chemical entities are also provided for the treatment of neuroblastoma. These pharmaceutical preparations are suitable for the treatment of humans, and are particularly suited for the treatment of children of 12 years of age or younger having neuroblastoma. The compositions and pharmaceutical preparations posses reduced normal cell cytotoxicity. The compositions and pharmaceutical preparations may be used alone or together with other conventional neuroblastoma preparations as part of a clinical regimen in the treatment and management of neuroblastoma.

Abstract: A therapeutically effective amount of deferiprone or deferasirox or physiologically acceptable salts thereof for the prevention, stabilization, treatment, or reversal of iron-induced FRDA disease in patients resulting from mitochondrial iron-induced damage to preferentially reduce the iron stores in the mitochondria. Also for the treatment of other conditions affecting the brain where a key element in the generation of the resultant pathology is the intracellular mishandling of iron.

Abstract: A human undergoing an injection of a contrast agent is treated by the administration of an iron chelator. Administration of the iron chelator can essentially prevent the onset of acute renal failure in a human. Administration of the iron chelator can reduce the severity of the acute renal failure and/or reduce the severity of kidney disease consequent to the acute renal failure.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are potent and selective inhibitors of COX-2 and are of use in the treatment of the pain, fever and inflammation of a variety of conditions and diseases.

Abstract: The invention relates to the treatment or the reduction of the incidence of muscle wasting in humans and to a complete nutritional composition patients suffering from muscle wasting comprising betaine and preferably coenzyme Q10.

Abstract: Compounds and compositions are provided for treatment or amelioration of one or more symptoms of ?-synuclein toxicity, ?-synuclein mediated diseases or diseases in which ?-synuclein fibrils are a symptom or cause of the disease. In one embodiment, the compounds for use in the compositions and methods are heteroaryl acylguanidines, heteroarylhydrazones, dihy-dropyridones, heteroaryl and aryl styryl ketones, and heteroarylpyrazoles.

Abstract: The invention relates to a combination, such as a combined preparation or a pharmaceutical composition, respectively comprising a renin inhibitor, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and at least one therapeutic agent selected from the group consisting of (a) a specific anti-dyslipidemic agent and (b) a specific anti-obesity agent or, in each case, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.