30 results about "Antimuscarinic Agent" patented technology

Device for transdermal administration of tolterodine, optionally encompassing salts, prodrugs and metabolites thereof, optionally together with pharmaceutically acceptable carrier(s) to a human being or an animal in order to achieve an effect against overactive bladder. Use of a compound having an effect against overactive bladder comprising tolterodine, optionally encompassing salts, prodrugs and metabolites thereof, and optionally together with pharmaceutically acceptable carrier(s), for the manufacture of a composition to be administered transdermally for achieving an effect against overactive bladder. Method for achieving an effect against overactive bladder in a living body by transdermal administration of a compound comprising tolterodine, optionally encompassing salts, prodrugs and metabolites thereof, and optionally together with pharmaceutically acceptable carrier(s).

Combinations comprising (a) a β2 agonist and (b) an antagonist of M3 muscarinic receptors which is 3(R)-(2-hydroxy-2,2-dithien-2-ylacetoxy)-1-(3-phenoxypropyl)-1-azoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane, in the form of a salt having an anion X, which is a pharmaceutically acceptable anion of a mono or polyvalent acid are useful, e.g., for the treatment of respiratory disease, e.g., asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

According to an aspect of the invention, urological medical devices are provided, which comprise a prostatically beneficial agent selected from alpha-adrenergic blockers, antispasmodic agents, anticholinergic/antimuscarinic agents, calcium channel blockers, anti-inflammatory agents, hormone-affecting agents, anti-cancer agents, and combinations thereof, among others. The urological medical devices are adapted for implantation or insertion into a subject's urinary tract, whereupon at least a portion of the prostatically beneficial agent is released into the subject's prostatic urethra. The release profile of the prostatically beneficial agent is effective to treat a prostatic disorder, for example, benign prostate hypertrophy, prostate cancer or prostatitis, among others. Other aspects of the invention are directed to treating prostatic disorders.

Described herein is an improved method of treating overactive bladder, wherein the method comprises administering to a patient in need thereof a beta 3 adrenergic receptor agonist, an antimuscarinic agent, and an optional selective M₂ antagonist. Such combination therapy provides improved efficacy and/or reduced side effects.

A pharmaceutical composition useful in the treatment of functional bladder disorders comprising an antimuscarinic agent and a beta-3-adrenoceptor agonist is described.

The invention relates to a novel use of the antimuscarinic agent glycopyrrolate, for example the salt glycopyrronium bromide. In particular, the invention relates to glycopyrrolate for use as a heart rate lowering agent and more particularly, but not exclusively, for use in patients suffering from respiratory conditions such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease.

The present invention relates to a method, preferable an oral method, for treating urinary disorders, such as unstable or overactive bladder, while minimizing the occurrences of dry mouth, dyspepsia and reduced stream of tears. The methods of the present invention comprise orally administering to a mammal, preferably a human, a pharmaceutically effective dose of an antimuscarinic agent, such as tolterodine, when needed, whereby a symptomatic relief of urgency and/or frequency is achieved.

The invention concerns novel derivatives of 3,3-diphenylpropylamines, methods for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing the novel compounds, and the use of the compounds for preparing drugs. More particularly, the invention relates to novel prodrugs of antimuscarinic agents with superior pharmacokinetic properties compared to existing drugs such as oxybutynin and tolterodine, methods for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, a method of using said compounds and compositions for the treatment of urinary incontinence, gastrointestinal hyperactivity (irritable bowel syndrome) and other smooth muscle contractile conditions.

The combined use of (R)-5-(2-{[2-(2-ethoxyphenoxy)ethyl]amino}propyl)-2-methoxybenzene-1-sulfonamide (tamsulosin), or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, and (1S)-1-phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline-2-carboxylic acid (3R)-quinuclidin-3-yl ester (solifenacin), or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, for the preparation Of a medicament for the improvement of lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (LUTS/BPH) with a substantial storage component is provided.

In embodiments described herein, an intravaginal device for treating incontinence in women includes one or more treatment modalities. The treatment modalities include: 1) incorporating an antimuscarinic agent into an intravaginal drug delivery device; 2) incorporating an estrogenic agent into an intravaginal drug delivery device, and 3) using a pessary. One or more of these modalities may be used, alone or in combination, to treat incontinence in women.

A pharmaceutical composition including active ingredients of (R)-5-(2-{[2-(2-ethoxyphenoxy)ethyl]amino}propyl-2-methoxybenzene-1-sulfonamide and (1S)-1-phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline-2-carboxylic acid (3R)-quinuclidin-3-yl ester, or their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, provides improvement of lower urinary tract symptoms associated with prostatic hypertrophy. The active ingredients may be administered either simultaneously or at a time interval. The pharmaceutical composition also provides significant improvement of lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia having a substantial storage component.

A method for alleviating urinary incontinence, by administering to a subject, including, but not limited to, climacteric women, a therapeutically effective amount of an anticholinergic agent. The anticholinergic agent may be an anti-muscarinic agent, and preferably, the anti-muscarinic agent may be homatropine, including its methylbromide salt.

A powder formulation, or pharmaceutical composition comprising or consisting of particles of an antimuscarinic agent, said particles being obtainable by supercritical anti-solvent (SAS) precipitation and having a D₅₀ of 4 μm or less and a D₉₀ of 10 μm or less. Methods of forming the formulation and composition are also disclosed, as are uses of the composition.

The present invention includes a method for improving cognitive function in a human suffering from a neurodegenerative cognitive disorder. The method comprises administering to a patient a total daily dose of a cholinesterase inhibitor and a quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic compound. The total daily dose is divided into one or more doses administered before food intake. The quaternary ammonium antimuscarinic compound is administered in a first drug delivery element configured for rapid absorption into a body of the patient, and the cholinesterase inhibitor is administered in a second drug delivery element configured for a slower or delayed absorption into the body of the patient.

The present invention relates to improved sustained release dosage forms such as tablets and capsules, and in particular to a pharmaceutical formulation for oral administration comprising a therapeutically effective quantity of an antimuscarinic agent, such as Tolterodine or pharmaceutical acceptable salt, derivative, prodrug and metabolite thereof in combination with a wetting agent, such as Sodium Docusate to improve the release of the active ingredient and a method for the preparation thereof.