Abstract:
Disclosed is a formulation of testosterone decanoate for use in the treatment of humans. In contrast with known formulations comprising testosterone decanoate, it was found that any other esters of testosterone normally present together with testosterone decanoate, can be omitted and the formulation thus comprises testosterone decanoate as the sole ester of testosterone.
Abstract:
The invention relates to 17 alpha fluoroalkyl steroids of the general formula (I), STEROID (I), wherein R3 represents a group of the formula CnFmHo, wherein n = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6, m > 1 and m+o = 2n+1. The invention further relates to methods for producing the same and to compositions that contain said compounds. The inventive composition of the general formula (I) possess androgenic activity.
Abstract:
The invention provides human drug metabolizing enzymes (DME) and polynucleotides which identify and encode DME. The invention also provides expression vectors, host cells, antibodies, agonists, and antagonists. The invention also provides methods for diagnosing, treating or preventing disorders associated with aberrant expression of DME.
Abstract:
This invention provides compositions and methods related to the administration of deer antler, one or more nor-testosterone precursors, and one or more testosterone precursors, to increase testosterone levels, treat sexual dysfunction, improve sexual function, improve energy, enhance feelings of well-being and increase muscle mass in males. This invention also provides for inhibitors of the enzymes aromatase and/or 5-alpha reductase, to support testosterone levels and avoid undesirable metabolites.
Abstract:
Novel diphenylethylene compounds and derivatives thereof containing thiazolidinedione or oxazolidinedione moieties are provided which are effective in lowering blood glucose level, serum insulin, triglyceride and free fatty acid levels in animal models of Type II diabetes. In contrast to previously reported thiazolidinedione compounds, known to lower leptin levels, the present compounds increase leptin levels and have no known liver toxicity. The compounds are disclosed as useful for a variety of treatments including the treatment of inflammation, inflammatory and immunological diseases, insulin resistance, hyperlipidemia, coronary artery disease, cancer and multiple sclerosis.
Abstract:
The present invention relates generally to a method for modulating steroidogenic activity and a composition useful for same. The present invention further relates to a composition comprising a steroidogenic modulator useful for modulating physiological processes mediated by the androgen receptor or an active form thereof or complex comprising same and/or for modulating physiological processes mediated by estrogen receptors. The composition of the present invention preferably comprises an extract of herbs or botanical or horticultural equivalents of the herbs or chemical or functional equivalents of one or more components of the herbal extract thereof.
Abstract:
A formulation for male contraception comprising a progestin prossessing both estrogenic and androgenic properties is remarkably effective for spermatogenesis suppression in males. The progestin Norethisterone (NET), particularly its derivatives Norethisterone acetate and Norethisterone enanthate in sufficient doses induce oligozoospermia or azoospermia in males. Formulations further comprising an androgen, such as a testosterone derivative such as a testosterone ester, particularly testosterone undecanoate, are especially effective male contraceptive formulations.
Abstract:
The invention concerns a self-adhesive transdermal device comprising at least two chambers such that the first chamber is a reservoir-type transdermal device (2) and the second chamber is a matrix-type transdermal device (6) located at the periphery of the first chamber. The invention is characterised in that said two devices contain the same active principle.
Abstract:
The present invention refers to clathrates of dehydroepiandrosterone, possibly in the form of sulphate, in a matrix consisting of a cyclodextrin and optionally comprising a co-solubilization agent, and to the corresponding pharmaceutical compositions suitable for replacement therapy for the treatment of adrenocortical insufficiency, adrenopausal disorders, hypogonadim and xerophtalmia.
Abstract:
The present invention refers to clathrates of dehydroepiandrosterone, possibly in the form of sulphate, in a matrix consisting of a cyclodextrin and optionally comprising a co-solubilization agent, and to the corresponding pharmaceutical compositions suitable for replacement therapy for the treatment of adrenocortical insufficiency.