The present disclosure relates to compositions comprising an aqueous solution of at least about 70% by weight water in combination with selected fatty acid salts and optionally an alcohol and/or a cooling sensate, as well as methods of using the same to treat symptoms of hot flashes. The fatty acid salts form fiber-like crystalline particles that together form a self-supporting mesh structure with voids, the aqueous solution being contained in the voids. When the composition is compressed above a critical stress, the mesh allows for the entrapped aqueous solution to be expressed.

Sarcomas are rare malignant tumors arising from the mesenchymal tissues at all body sites. The inventors show that in a mouse model of p16/p19 deficiency prone to tumor development, the absence of the mouse pantetheinase Vnn1 enhances the frequency of aggressive fibrosarcomas. They also show that reintroduction of a catalytically active form of the Vnn1 pantetheinase limits tumor growth in vivo. Interestingly, VNN1 expression in human sarcomas is associated with reduced aggressiveness and lower risk of metastatic relapse in patients. In conclusion, Vnn1 represents a novel marker of sarcoma and may modulate tumor aggressiveness by sustaining myofibroblast cell differentiation, thereby limiting evolution towards undifferentiated tumors. The present invention relates to the use of Vnn1 as a biomarker and a therapeutic target in sarcomas.

The disclosure relates to methods for treating or preventing an Insomnia Disorder by administering to a human in need thereof a compound of formula (I), or a compound of formula (IA), (IB), or (IC), or a solvate thereof, in a daily dose of from about 0.5 mg to about 6.0 mg. In certain embodiments, such compounds effectively treat or prevent an Insomnia Disorder in the animal, while producing reduced side effects compared to previously available compounds. ##STR00001##

The disclosure relates to methods for treating or preventing an Insomnia Disorder by administering to a human in need thereof a compound of formula (I), or a compound of formula (IA), (IB), or (IC), or a solvate thereof, in a daily dose of from about 0.5 mg to about 6.0 mg. In certain embodiments, such compounds effectively treat or prevent an Insomnia Disorder in the animal, while producing reduced side effects compared to previously available compounds. ##STR00001##

Embodiments of the instant disclosure relate to novel methods and compositions for treating tumors resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. In certain embodiments, methods of treating tumors herein can include administering an effective amount of at least one ursolic acid derivative. In certain embodiments, methods of treating tumors herein can include administering an effective amount of at least one ursolic acid derivative in combination with at least one platinum-based chemotherapeutic separately or in a combination therapy. In some embodiments, methods of treating tumors disclosed herein can include screening and/or selecting a subject suitable for treatment on the basis of SENP1 tumor expression. In other embodiments, methods of treating tumors can include administering a composition disclosed herein to a subject, the composition having a combination of at least one ursolic acid derivative and at least one platinum-based chemotherapeutic.

Embodiments of the instant disclosure relate to novel methods and compositions for treating tumors resistant to platinum-based chemotherapy. In certain embodiments, methods of treating tumors herein can include administering an effective amount of at least one ursolic acid derivative. In certain embodiments, methods of treating tumors herein can include administering an effective amount of at least one ursolic acid derivative in combination with at least one platinum-based chemotherapeutic separately or in a combination therapy. In some embodiments, methods of treating tumors disclosed herein can include screening and/or selecting a subject suitable for treatment on the basis of SENP1 tumor expression. In other embodiments, methods of treating tumors can include administering a composition disclosed herein to a subject, the composition having a combination of at least one ursolic acid derivative and at least one platinum-based chemotherapeutic.

The present disclosure relates to the treatment of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) and diseases related to vascular ageing and in the treatment of smooth muscle cells diseases, in particular an inhibitor of a metalloprotease the treatment of smooth muscle cells diseases. The disclosure subject matter describes a more effective therapies for the treatment of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome and diseases related to vascular ageing, or namely by the use of an inhibitor of a metalloprotease.

The present disclosure relates to the treatment of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome (HGPS) and diseases related to vascular ageing and in the treatment of smooth muscle cells diseases, in particular an inhibitor of a metalloprotease the treatment of smooth muscle cells diseases. The disclosure subject matter describes a more effective therapies for the treatment of Hutchinson-Gilford Progeria Syndrome and diseases related to vascular ageing, or namely by the use of an inhibitor of a metalloprotease.

The present invention provides compounds for use in the treatment of respiratory diseases of animals, especially Bovine or Swine Respiratory disease (BRD and SRD).

An extended duration anesthetic includes a short duration local anesthetic in a dilute solution and a long duration local anesthetic. The long duration local anesthetic is maintained in a powdered form until the time of administration. Premeasured quantities of the dilute solution and powdered long duration local anesthetic in a kit allow for quick preparation of a solution with desired concentrations of both short duration local anesthetic and long duration local anesthetic at the time of administration.