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An implantable material for deployment in select locations or select tissue for tissue regeneration is disclosed. The implant comprises collagen, ceramics, and or other bio-resorbable materials or additives, where the implant may also be used for therapy delivery. Additionally, the implant may be “matched” to provide the implant with similar physical and / or chemical properties as the host tissue.

This invention relates generally to the production and use of inorganic-conditioning agent complexes for the controlled release of compounds including medicinals. Advantageously, the inorganic used is calcium sulfate and the conditioning agent is calcium stearate.

The present invention relates to novel bone substitute compositions and methods of use. It further encompasses the use of these novel bone substitute compositions for bone augmentation and the treatment of disease conditions. The invention also contemplates a kit including bone substitute compositions and a percutaneous delivery device.

A dietary supplement blend composition is disclosed, the basic formulation of the composition containing vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids. The composition can also contain bioflavonoids, cartilage protectors such as glucosamine or chondroitin, alpha-lipoic acid, coenzyme Q10, and a source of omega-3 fatty acids such as flax seed oil. The composition is beneficial for improving health and preventing disease, particularly for degenerative conditions. A method for supplementing the diet is also disclosed, wherein the quantity of daily rations of the dietary supplement blend composition is determined based on the person's age, body weight, and quality of diet.

Plastic films, fibers and articles are provided long-term antimicrobial activity with a combination of certain phenolic and inorganic antimicrobial agents. The plastic films, fibers and articles with antimicrobial activity exhibit superior resistance to discoloration, may be processed at high temperature, and maintain physical properties upon weathering, especially upon exposure to ultraviolet radiation.

Galantamine formulations, including sustained-release and fast dissolve formulations, are described.

The composition of the present invention is geared towards treating hyperhidrosis or any condition involving and / or promoting excessive sweating, typically involving the whole body, include hyperthyroidism or similar endocrine disorders; endocrine treatment for prostatic cancer or other types of malignant disorder; severe psychiatric disorders; obesity and menopause. The foamable composition of the present invention is suitable for treating palmar hyperhidrosis; axillary hyperhidrosis; plantar hyperhidrosis; hyperhidrosis of the trunk and / or the thighs; and facial hyperhidrosis; and any combination of them consisting of a therapeutic foamable composition including: an active agent, suitable for the treatment or prevention of hyperhidrosis.

The present invention comprises methods and compositions for delivery devices. More particularly, the present invention comprises methods and compositions for devices comprising a matrix comprising a polymer network and a non-gellable polysaccharide having oxygen and optionally active agents incorporated therein. The matrix may be formed into any desired shape for treatment of compromised tissue or for delivery of oxygen to a localized environment.

The present invention provides a controlled release oral pharmaceutical composition having a therapeutically effective amount of one or more pharmacologically active agent having low bioavailability; one or more solubilizers; one or more biocompatible swelling agents; and a swelling enhancer. The swelling agent, in combination with swelling enhancer, swells in the presence of water in gastric fluid such that the size of the dosage form is sufficiently increased to provide retention of the dosage form in the stomach of a patient, which gradually erodes within the gastrointestinal tract over a prolonged time period.

The present invention involves new cosmetic, personal care, cleaning agent, biocidal agent, functional food, and nutritional supplement compositions. These new compositions incorporate bioactive glass into cosmetics, personal care items, cleaning agents, biocidal agents, functional foods, and nutritional supplements. The present invention also involves methods of making and methods of using such compositions.

Methods and compositions generating and using an interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1ra)-rich solution. Methods for generating and isolating interleukin-1 receptor antagonist include incubating adipose tissue and / or adipocytes with polyacrylamide beads to produce interleukin-1 receptor antagonist. The interleukin-1 receptor antagonist is isolated from the polyacrylamide beads to obtain the solution rich in interleukin-1 receptor antagonist. Methods for treating a site of inflammation in a patient include administering to the site of inflammation the solution rich in interleukin-1 receptor antagonist.

A dietary supplement for benefitting human bone health includes a calcium source, a source of vitamin D activity, and an osteoblast stimulant. A preferred calcium source is microcrystalline hydroxyapatite, which also contains protein (mostly collagen), phosphorus, fat, and other minerals. A preferred source of vitamin D activity is cholecalciferol, and a preferred osteoblast stimulant is ipriflavone. In addition to these basic ingredients, the composition can further include various other minerals known to occur in bone, vitamin C, and glucosamine sulfate, all of which exert beneficial effects on growth and maintenance of healthy bone. A method for benefitting human bone health involves administering a daily regimen of the dietary supplement.

The present invention provides a comprehensive solution to skin problems of infants and incontinent adults related to diaper rash, also known as diaper dermatitis. This is based on certain novel divalent metal and quaternary ammonium complexes (ion-pairs) of zeolites (that are made by an in-situ process), which in synergistic combination with certain other compositions, provide a comprehensive treatment for diaper rash that encompasses the following aspects: (1) deactivation of lipase and protease enzymes on skin surface, (2) the controlled-release delivery of skin protectant compositions, such as divalent metal zinc cation, (3) trapping of acidic and alkaline chemicals deposited on skin from body exudates and enzyme activity, (4) controlled-release delivery of anti-inflammatory agents, and COX and LOX enzyme inhibitors, (5) controlled-release delivery of antibacterial and antifungal compositions, and (6) absorption of excess moisture in the diaper zone.

The present invention relates generally to functional sweetener compositions comprising non-caloric or low-caloric natural and / or synthetic high-potency sweeteners and methods for making and using them. In particular, the present invention relates to different functional sweetener compositions comprising at least one non-caloric or low-caloric natural and / or synthetic high-potency sweetener, at least one sweet taste improving composition, and at least one functional ingredient, such as a mineral. The present invention also relates to functional sweetener compositions and methods that can improve the tastes of non-caloric or low-caloric high-potency sweeteners by imparting a more sugar-like taste or characteristic. In particular, the functional sweetener compositions and methods provide a more sugar-like temporal profile, including sweetness onset and sweetness linger, and / or a more sugar-like favor profile.

Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for treating gastric acid disorders employing pharmaceutical compositions comprising a proton pump inhibitor (PPI) in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

The present invention relates to a new makeup kit comprising a first, goniochromatic pigment composition which is intended to form a base layer and a second, conventional pigment composition having one of the colors of the first pigment, the second composition being intended to form a surface layer comprising decorative motifs. Depending on the viewing angle, therefore, it is possible to see the said motifs appear or disappear. This kit is intended in particular for making up the nails, lips, cheeks or eyelids, or else the body. The invention also relates to a method of making up the human face, lips or body.

The present invention provides compounds and methods for the treatment of LFA-1 mediated diseases. In particular, LFA-1 antagonists are described herein and these antagonists are used in the treatment of LFA-1 mediated diseases. One aspect of the invention provides for diagnosis of an LFA-1 mediated disease and administration of a LFA-1 antagonist, after the patient is diagnosed with a LFA-1 mediated disease. In some embodiments, the LFA-1 mediated diseases treated are dry eye disorders. Also provided herein are methods for identifying compounds which are LFA-1 antagonists.

A dietary supplement of mitochondrial nutrients is designed for relieving stress, preventing and improving stress-related disorders, such as chronic fatigue syndrome, diabetes, age-associated cognitive dysfunction and diseases (Parkinson's and Alzheimer's disease). The supplement composition has the following nutrients: B vitamins (cyanocobalamin 2-1,000 ug, thiamin 1-1,000 mg, niacin 15-2,000 mg, pyridoxine 1-1,000 mg, Pantothenate 5-150 mg, folic acid 400-40,000 ug), alpha-tocopherol 10-800 mg, ascorbic acid 50-10,000 mg, calcium 20-2,000 mg, vitamin A 200-10,000 ug, alpha-lipoic acid 100-1,000 mg, N-acetyl cysteine 100-3,000 mg, L-carnosine 100-9,000 mg, tyrosine 100-9,000 mg, vanillin 10-100 mg, phosphatidylserine 10-800 mg, resveratrol 10-50 mg, dehydroepiandrosterone 1-50 mg, and melatonin 0.1-3 mg, all of which have been individually used experimentally or clinically for relieving stress, preventing and treating age- and stress-related disorders and diseases but no combination of these compounds has been used. Many embodiments also contain at least one adjunct ingredient such as coenzyme Q 10-200 mg, acetyl-L-carnitine 100-2,000 mg, choline 50-1,000 mg, and creatine 100-2,000 mg.

A treatment for brain, spinal and nerve injury comprising use of a substance P receptor antagonist optionally in combination with a magnesium compound. There is also provided a formulation for use in this treatment comprising a substance P receptor antagonist and a magnesium compound.

Methods and topical pharmaceutical formulations are provided for the treatment of nail fungus (onychomycosis). The invention involves a pharmacologically active antifungal agent, plus a pharmaceutically acceptable base in a formulation having a pH of 7.5 to about 13.0, preferably about 8.0 to 11.5, and most preferably about 8.5 to 10.5. These basic formulations permeate the nail and are effective in treating fungal infections of the nail and surrounding tissues.

A method for treating wood, characterized by impregnating wood with a metal-containing treating agent containing lignin and / or lignin derivatives and a metal, a metal compound, and / or a metal ion and oxidizing and / or macromolecularizing of the lignin and / or lignin derivatives in the wood to fix the metal component in the wood, and wood and woody materials obtained by the treating method. According to the method of the present invention, while effectively utilizing lignins, lignosulfonic acids, or lignosulfonic acid salts, leaching of the metal component can be suppressed to a low level to thereby retain the effects due to the incorporation of the metal components for a prolonged period.

The invention relates to an aqueous liquid composition of calcium acetate, sweetener, and taste masking agent. Also provided is a method for binding phosphorus within the gastrointestinal tract of an individual by administering to the individual an aqueous solution of at least calcium acetate.

A composition for promoting the formation of clots in blood comprises a zeolite and a binder. The zeolite is adjusted to have a specific moisture content. Processes by which the moisture content is adjusted include drying, re-hydrating, and combinations of drying and re-hydrating. A method of forming the composition comprises the steps of providing a zeolite and adjusting the moisture content such that upon application of the composition to a wound, a heat of hydration is reduced and heat transferred to the wound is reduced. A method of clotting blood flowing from a wound comprises the steps of applying the zeolite to the wound and maintaining the zeolite in contact with the wound for a predetermined amount of time, the zeolite having an adjusted moisture content and being capable of producing a controllable exothermic effect on the wound.

A nutritional composition is described for prevention or treatment of an immune condition. The composition includes at least vitamin E, vitamin C, vitamin B6, folic acid, vitamin B12, copper, zinc, selenium, fructo-oligosaccharides and / or gum acacia, a probiotic lactic acid bacterium. For example, in an embodiment it comprises per 300 g: 150 IU Vitamin E, 120 mg Vitamin C, 2 mg Vitamin B6, 400 ug Folic acid, 3.8 ug Vitamin B12, 1.5 mg Copper, 15 mg Zinc, 100 ug Selenium, 3 g Fructo-oligosaccharides and / or gum acacia, 10E10 cfu ST11 lactobacillus. Also disclosed are a method for making the nutritional composition, a method for manufacturing a functional food or medicament; and a method of prevention or treatment of an immune condition by administering an effective amount of the composition, functional food or medicament.