AlphaRx Introduces SleepyNite Controlled-Release Tablet Sleeping Aid.Business Editors, Health & Medical Writers BIOWIRE2K RICHMOND HILL, Ontario--(BW HealthWire)--July 16, 2001 AlphaRx Inc. (OTCBB OTCBB See OTC Bulletin Board (OTCBB). :AHRX) announced today the introduction of SleepyNite(R). The National Institute of Health reports that as many as forty million Americans are afflicted with more than 70 different types of sleep-related problems. AlphaRx understands the importance of obtaining adequate sleep and the risks of excessive sleepiness and, in response, has developed SleepyNite(R), a revolutionary controlled-release dietary supplement designed to help promote a restful and rejuvenating night's sleep. SleepyNite(R) is formulated with AlphaRx's proprietary controlled-release delivery system and contains Melatonin melatonin: see pineal gland. melatonin Hormone secreted by the pineal gland of most vertebrates. It appears to be important in regulating sleeping cycles; more is produced at night, and test subjects injected with it become sleepy. , a hormone produced naturally within the pineal gland pineal gland (pĭn`eəl), small organ (about the size of a pea) situated in the brain. Long considered vestigial in humans, the structure, which is also called the pineal body or the epiphysis, is present in most vertebrates. of the brain, as well as other herbal ingredients known to promote sleep. Each SleepyNite(R) tablet provides an initial release of Melatonin (within 2 minutes), to rapidly induce sleep, and a controlled-release of other supportive herbal ingredients for 6 hours thereafter, ensure a full and restful night's sleep. Supportive herbal ingredients include Valerian valerian, in botany valerian, common name for some members of the Valerianaceae, a family chiefly of herbs and shrubs of temperate and colder regions of the Northern Hemisphere; a few species, however, are native to the Andes. , Hops and Kava Kava kava kava /ka·va ka·va/ a preparation of the rhizome of Piper methysticum, (kava plant), having muscle-relaxing, anticonvulsive, anxiolytic, and sedative effects; used for the relief of stress and restlessness, and for sleep induction; also used in , among others. These natural ingredients have been used for centuries for their relaxing effects and natural calming attributes that promote sleep. "SleepyNite(R) is a great product. Other Melatonin sleep aid formulations release their Melatonin content immediately and may not be effective in providing a sustainable restful night's sleep. This is because the therapeutic half-life of Melatonin is very short and is completely metabolized by the body within an hour," said Mr. Michael Lee, President of AlphaRx. "SleepyNite(R)'s controlled-release formulation provides enough Melatonin initially to induce sleep and a sustained release of other herbal ingredients throughout the night to maintain a long, restful sleep." SleepyNite(R) will be available in health food stores in August. About AlphaRx AlphaRx Inc. is a leading drug delivery company that develops and markets innovative therapeutic products based on its proprietary Bioadhesive Colloidal colloidal of the nature of a colloid. colloidal bath a bath containing gelatin, bran, starch or similar substances, to relieve skin irritation and pruritus. Dispersion drug delivery systems. FORWARD LOOKING STATEMENTS: This release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning and pursuant to the Safe Harbor provisions of the Securities Litigation An action brought in court to enforce a particular right. The act or process of bringing a lawsuit in and of itself; a judicial contest; any dispute. When a person begins a civil lawsuit, the person enters into a process called litigation. Reform Act of 1995 and involve risks and uncertainties that may individually or mutually impact the matters herein described, including but not limited to product development and acceptance, manufacturing, competition, regulatory and/or other factors, which are outside the control of the Company. Note: The FDA FDA abbr. Food and Drug Administration FDA, n.pr See Food and Drug Administration. FDA, n.pr the abbreviation for the Food and Drug Administration. has not evaluated these statements. This statement is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease |
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