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Title:
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR PROTECTING AGAINST PATHOGENS AND IRRITANTS
Document Type and Number:
WIPO Patent Application WO/2019/046664
Kind Code:
A1
Abstract:
The present disclosure features methods and compositions for enhancing the ability of the respiratory membranes to filter airborne pathogens and protect a subject from respiratory infections that result from inhalation or ingestion of such pathogens. In particular, the disclosure provides antimicrobial compositions that prevent and treat respiratory infections caused by bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Inventors:
LATEFI NAZLIE (US)
Application Number:
PCT/US2018/048985
Publication Date:
March 07, 2019
Filing Date:
August 30, 2018
Export Citation:
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Assignee:
APPLIED BIOLOGICAL LABORATORIES INC (US)
International Classes:
A01N43/90; A01N63/04
Domestic Patent References:
WO2004024919A12004-03-25
Foreign References:
US20120308579A12012-12-06
US20010006939A12001-07-05
US20070099055A12007-05-03
US6017880A2000-01-25
Attorney, Agent or Firm:
BALL, Jonathan D. (US)
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Claims:
CLAIMS

1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:

(1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

(2) a non-targeted anti-microbial; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

2. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes.

3. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

4. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 1, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

5. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-4, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

6. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-5, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount to increase the barrier function of epithelia as compared to an otherwise identical composition comprising either component alone.

7. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 5 or 6, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

8. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-7, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

9. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 8, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose, throat, and/or mouth.

10. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-9, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

11. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 10, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

12. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 10, wherein said compositions is in the form of an oral spray.

13. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-12, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and/or said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and/or said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

14. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-12, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza.

15. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 14, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid (e.g., 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose), ACE2 (e.g., soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 (e.g., soluble DPP4, etc.), APN (e.g., soluble APN, etc.).

16. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-15, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

17. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 16, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 (e.g., soluble CD46, etc.), CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

18. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-17, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus (e.g., E71 or EV-D68).

19. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 18, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

20. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 18, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 (e.g., soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 (e.g., soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g., soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g., soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

21. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-19, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g., coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

22. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 21, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβό, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g., soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.).

23. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 1-21, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

24. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 23, wherein said anti -bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of Streptococcus pyogenes.

25. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 24, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

26. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 23, wherein said anti-bacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

27. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:

(1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

(2) an anti-inflammatory; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

28. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 27, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes.

29. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 27 or 28, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-inflammatory are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

30. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 28-30, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount to increase the barrier function of epithelia as compared to an otherwise identical composition comprising either component alone.

31. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 29 or 30, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

32. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 27-31, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

33. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 27-33, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL-25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

34. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of claims 27-33, further comprising an antimicrobial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

35. A pharmaceutical product comprising:

(a) a body configured to be inserted into a nasal passage for dispensing a nasal spray composition through an orifice;

(b) a reservoir in fluid communication with said orifice, wherein said reservoir nasal pharmaceutical composition is contained in said reservoir;

(c) a pump mechanism capable of expelling said nasal spray composition through said orifice in appropriate sized aerosolized droplets; capable of coating the nasal mucosa of a user;

wherein said nasal spray composition comprises:

(1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

(2) a non-targeted anti-microbial; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

36. A pharmaceutical product comprising:

(a) a body configured to be inserted into a nasal passage for dispensing a nasal spray composition through an orifice;

(b) a reservoir in fluid communication with said orifice, wherein said reservoir nasal pharmaceutical composition is contained in said reservoir;

(c) a pump mechanism capable of expelling said nasal spray composition through said orifice in appropriate sized aerosolized droplets; capable of coating the nasal mucosa of a user;

wherein said nasal spray composition comprises:

(1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

(2) an anti-inflammatory; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

37. A method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection in a user, comprising applying to the mucosa of said user a pharmaceutical composition comprising:

(1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

(2) a non-targeted anti-microbial; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

38. A method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection in a user, comprising applying to the mucosa of said user a pharmaceutical composition comprising:

(1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti -bacterial; and

(2) an anti-inflammatory; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

39. A pharmaceutical composition comprising: (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial;

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

40. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:

a non-targeted anti-microbial; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

41. The pharmaceutical composition according to claim 40, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises glycyrrhizin and SLPI.

Description:
COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR PROTECTING AGAINST PATHOGENS AND

IRRITANTS

CROSS REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

jOOOl jThis application claims priority under 35 U.S.C. § 119(e) to Provisional Application No. 62/552,348 filed August 30, 2017, the entire contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference.

FIELD OF THE DISCLOSURE

10002 i The disclosure relates to compositions and methods of augmenting the health and filtering capabilities of upper respiratory epithelial and mucous membranes. In particular, the disclosure relates to compositions and methods for protecting the upper respiratory epithelial and mucous membranes of a subject from infection by airborne or ingested pathogens, such as viruses, bacteria, and fungi, and irritation from undesirable airborne particles such as allergens, irritants, or odorants. The disclosure further relates to compositions for application to the respiratory tract (e.g. , the nasal and/or oral mucosa, etc.) of a human for prophylaxis of microbial and viral infections, particularly human rhinovirus (HRV), human influenza virus infections, coronavirus infections, adenovirus infections, enterovirus infections, coxsackievirus infections, and/or infections caused by bacterium from the genus Streptococcus (e.g. , Streptococcus pyogenes, etc.).

BACKGROUND

[00031 Respiratory infections typically occur when airborne pathogens come into contact with mucous membranes (e.g., nasal membranes, nasal hairs, esophageal membranes, oral membranes, membranes of the throat, membranes of the mouth, etc.) via inhaled aerosol droplets or via contact of the membranes with foreign objects. Typically, mucosa of the airway tract come into direct contact with the external environment and act as a barrier by preventing invasion of various environmental agents. The barrier function of airway epithelium prevents the spread of infection by using mucociliary escalators which trap and remove inhaled foreign particles from the airways, intercellular tight and adherens junctions which regulate epithelial paracellular permeability, and secreted antimicrobial products which kill and/or slow the growth of pathogens. However, pathogens are able to subvert the natural barrier function of mucosal membranes and lead to a variety of respiratory infections.

[00041 The inhalation or ingestion of pathogens through the nose and/or mouth is a primary cause of respiratory disease and may also cause systemic disease such as poliomyelitis or foot and mouth disease. Pathogens may enter the lungs after inhalation or ingestion, or they may bind receptors found on nasal, oral, and other membranes throughout the upper and lower respiratory tracts. Certain pathogens (e.g., virus, bacteria, etc.) may enter cells through specific receptors which mediate pathogenic cellular recognition. The infection of specific cells by these pathogens often begins with receptor recognition of cells by viruses and bacteria. Cellular receptors used for pathogenic recognition belong to different families of proteins, carbohydrates, or lipids, often in complex cell surface matrix structures. For example, a residue of influenza virus hemagglutinin, found on the surface of influenza viruses, confers specificity for sialic acid linked to galactose by either an a2,6 or an a2,3 linkage to facilitate binding the virus to cells. Although typically the barrier to pathogens, mucosal membranes serve as an entry points by which pathogens can enter into the bloodstream and cause respiratory and other types of infection. Unfortunately, there is no convenient, effective way to minimize or prevent infection or allergy by inhaled or ingested microorganisms. In particular, pharmaceutical compositions may not be able to prevent pathogenic integration into the mucosa. Therefore, there is an urgent need to develop new compositions and methods to protect against airborne pathogens, allergens, and irritants, and particularly against viruses, including rhinovirus, influenza virus, parainfluenza virus, coronavirus, enterovirus, adenovirus, or streptococcal infection.

{0005] Pharmaceutical compositions which protect against airborne pathogens, allergens and irritants have been developed, but these compositions typically alter the conditions of the mucous membranes and may further affect the barrier function. Such alteration may occur because of the incorporation of various ingredients into the pharmaceutical composition which alter the natural properties of the membrane surface upon application to the mucosa. For example, alcohols and peroxides may change the pH and/or osmolarity of mucous or mucous membranes resulting in a decrease in membrane integrity. There is also a need to develop compositions and methods which do not use these ingredients and are able to maintain membrane integrity (infected and/or uninfected) following application.

SUMMARY OF INVENTION

[0006] In accordance with the foregoing objectives and others, the present disclosure features compositions, such as nasal sprays, oral sprays, oral rinses, lozenges, and the like, and associated methods of using such compositions for enhancing the ability of the epithelial membranes to filter and remove certain pathogens. In particular, the disclosure provides pharmaceutical compositions that prevent and treat respiratory infections and allergies caused by irritants, allergens, bacteria, including bacteria from the genus Streptococcus, fungi, and viruses including rhinovirus, influenza virus, parainfluenza virus, coronavirus, coxsackievirus, enterovirus, or adenovirus. In preferred implementations, the compositions protect a subject from viral infections, particularly from human rhinovirus and/or human influenza virus and/or coronavirus and/or enterovirus and/or adenovirus and/or coxsackievirus.

10007 j The pharmaceutical compositions disclosed herein are able to treat or prevent infection of mucosa through the application of active ingredients to the surface of the mucosa. These active ingredients may be targeted to specific infections (e.g., infections caused by specific virions or bacteria, etc.) and/or provide general anti-mi crobial and/or anti-inflammatory benefit. In preferred embodiments, the targeted component may be anti-viral or anti-bacterial. Without wishing to be bound by theory, the targeted component may offer a competitive binding site for pathogens therefore preventing cellular recognition of the specific pathogens resulting in inhibition of infection. Typically, pharmaceutical compositions with a targeted antiviral component will comprise a soluble peptide that mimics the amino acid sequence of receptors to which virus bind prior to cell entry. Similarly, pharmaceutical compositions with a targeted anti-bacterial component may comprise a soluble peptide that mimics the amino acid sequence of receptors to which bacteria bind. In some embodiments, the targeted antibacterial component will comprise modulators of cellular functions which specific bacterium use to evade the immune response. The pharmaceutical compositions may further comprise non-targeted antimicrobials. Non-targeted anti-microbials may kill microorganisms responsible for infection and/or inhibit their growth. The non-targeted anti-microbials may be derived from anti-bacterials typically secreted by mucosa (e.g., mucins, protease inhibitors including secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor ("SLPI"), β-microseminoprotein, secretory phospholipidases including secretory phospholipidase A2 ("sPLA2"), statherin, etc.). Additionally, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise antiinflammatory agents may decrease the inflammatory response to infection which often results in mucus hypersecretion, obstruction of airways, and decrease in the barrier function of the mucosa. Additionally, the anti-inflammtory agents may reduce, treat, and/or prevent the effects of allergens on the surface of mucosal membranes.

{00083 Methods of treatment and/or prophylaxis of infection are also provided. In some embodiments, the methods may involve the administration of a pharmaceutical composition comprising a targeted (e.g., a targeted anti-viral and/or targeted anti-bacterial, etc.) component to the mucosa (e.g., nasal and/or throat, etc.) of a patient in need thereof. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise a targeted component and a non-targeted anti-microbial. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise a targeted component and an anti-inflammatory. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise a targeted component, an antiinflammatory, and a general anti-microbial. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may comprise a non-targeted anti-microbial. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may comprise an anti-inflammatory. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is in the form of a nasal spray. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is in the form of a tablet, capsule, or lozenge. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is in the form of an oral spray.

[0009] Pharmaceutical products for such administration are also provided. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical product may comprise:

(a) a body configured to be inserted into a nasal passage for dispensing a nasal spray composition through an orifice;

(b) a reservoir in fluid communication with said orifice, wherein said nasal pharmaceutical composition is contained in said reservoir;

(c) a pump mechanism capable of expelling said nasal spray composition through said orifice in appropriate sized aerosolized droplets; capable of coating the nasal mucosa of a user;

wherein said nasal spray composition comprises: a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient. In some embodiments, the nasal spray may further comprise a non-targeted anti-microbial and/or an anti-inflammatory.

1 Jl In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is in the form of an oral spray. Pharmaceutical products for oral administration are provided. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical product may comprise:

(a) a body configured to be inserted into a nasal passage for dispensing an oral spray composition through an orifice;

(b) a reservoir in fluid communication with said orifice, wherein said oral pharmaceutical composition is contained in said reservoir;

(c) a pump mechanism capable of expelling said oral spray composition through said orifice in appropriate sized aerosolized droplets; capable of coating the oral mucosa (e.g., mucosa of the throat, mucosa of the mouth, etc.) of a user;

wherein said oral spray composition comprises: a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient. In some embodiments, the oral spray may further comprise a non-targeted anti-microbial and/or an anti-inflammatory.

[0011] These and other aspects of the invention will be better understood by reference to the following Detailed Description and appended claims.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

10012 i FIG. 1A is a column graph illustrating the measured TEER values for each experimental MucilAir™ media group exposed to the indicated components following inoculation with coronavirus. FIG. IB is a column graph illustrating the measured TEER values for each experimental MucilAir™ media group exposed to the indicated components following inoculation with influenza. "***" and "**" represent highly significant results as shown in Tables 3-8. Error bars represent one standard deviation of the mean.

[0 13| FIG. 2A is a column graph illustrating the measured cytotoxicity derived from LDH release for each experimental MucilAir™ media group exposed to the indicated components following inoculation with coronavirus. FIG. 2A is a column graph illustrating the measured cytotoxicity derived from LDH release for each experimental MucilAir™ media group exposed to the indicated components following inoculation with influenza. "*" represents a highly significant result as shown in Tables 9-14. Error bars represent one standard deviation of the mean.

{0014] FIG. 3A is a column graph representing the number of fluorescent viral objects measured in MucilAir™ media groups exposed to the indicated components following inoculation with influenza. FIG. 3B is a column graph representing the total area of fluorescent viral objects measured in MucilAir™ media groups exposed to the indicated components following inoculation with influenza. Error bars represent one standard deviation of the mean.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

{0015] The present disclosure may be understood more readily by reference to the following detailed description and the Examples included therein. It is also to be understood that the terminology used herein is for the purpose of describing particular embodiments only and is not intended to be limiting. Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the meaning commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this disclosure belongs. 10016] The terms "a" or "an," as used in herein means one or more. As used herein, the term "consisting essentially of is intended to limit the invention to the specified materials or steps and those that do not materially affect the basic and novel characteristics of the claimed invention, as understood from a reading of this specification. The term "physiologically compatible" means that the component is generally regarded as safe and non-toxic for contact with human tissues at the levels employed.

|0017j By "analog" is meant a molecule that is not identical, but has analogous functional or structural features. For example, a polypeptide analog retains the biological activity of a corresponding naturally- occurring polypeptide, while having certain biochemical modifications that enhance the analog's function relative to a naturally occurring polypeptide. Such biochemical modifications could increase the analog's protease resistance, membrane permeability, or half-life, without altering, for example, ligand binding. An analog may include an unnatural amino acid. An analog may include any fragment of a described polypeptide which retains the functionality of the described polypeptide (e.g., a virus is able to bind to the fragment of the polypeptide, etc.). Unless otherwise specified, any agent disclosed herein may include analogs of that agent (e.g., a peptide may include analogs thereof, etc.).

10018 j The terms "effective amount," "therapeutically effective amount" or "pharmaceutically effective amount" as used herein, refer to an amount that is sufficient to prevent or treat a disorder (e.g., a respiratory infection, a viral infection, a bacterial infection, etc.). In some embodiments, the result is a reduction in and/or alleviation of the signs, symptoms, or causes of a disorder, or any other desired alteration of a biological system. For example, an "effective amount" for therapeutic benefit may be the amount of the composition comprising an agent as disclosed herein required to provide a clinically significant decrease in a disease/disorder (e.g. a respiratory infection, etc.). An "effective amount" or therapeutically effective amount of an agent or combination of agents of the disclosure may also be that amount or dose that is effective to substantially shrink or eliminate an infection, or prevent its occurrence. An appropriate "effective" amount in any individual case is determined using any suitable technique, (e.g., a dose escalation study, etc.) and will depend on the judgment of the practitioner. An "effective" amount may be an amount suitable to increase barrier function of mucosa (e.g., as measured by TEER, etc.). In specific combinations of targeted and non-targeted components, an "effective" amount may be the amount of both necessary to achieve an increase in barrier function as compared to an otherwise identical formulation comprising either component alone. Suitable dosage ranges are readily determinable by to one skilled in the art. More than one dose may be required to provide an effective dose. [001 ] By "targeted" component it is meant one or more active ingredients which have an effect or a mode of action which is specific for one or more particular pathogens (e.g., bacteria, virion, virus, etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component comprises proteins which mimic the receptor recognition function of one or more virions and/or bacteria. By "non-targeted" anti-microbial it is meant one or more active ingredients having an anti-microbial effect which acts through a mode of action that is not targeted to specific pathogens.

{0020] By "receptor recognition function" it is meant the mechanism by which pathogens recognize cells for infection. Typically, the receptor recognition function involves cellular proteins, or macromolecules, enzymes, or compounds (e.g., gangliosides, hexasaccharides of gangliosides, sialic acids including 3 '-sialyllactose and 6'-sialyllactose, proteoglycans, phosphatidylcholines, lactoferrin, integrins, etc.) by which virions will bind to prior to entry of a cell. These cellular proteins, macromolecules, or compounds which mimic those used by pathogens for infection, may be targeted by pathogens for competitive binding and reduced infection.

10021 i As used herein, "nucleic acid" as in a nucleic acid for delivery to a cell is understood by its usual meaning in the art. The term includes deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) and ribonucleic acid (RNA) in the form of an oligonucleotide messenger RNA, anti-sense, plasmid DNA, parts of a plasmid DNA, genetic material derived from a virus, and the like. Polynucleotides include nucleic acids of at least two monomers.

[0022] "Pharmaceutically acceptable excipient" and "pharmaceutically acceptable carrier" refer to a substance that aids the administration of an active agent to and absorption by a subject and can be included in the compositions of the present invention without causing a significant adverse toxicological effect on the patient. Non-limiting examples of pharmaceutically acceptable excipients include water, NaCl, normal saline solutions, lactated Ringer's, normal sucrose, normal glucose, binders, fillers, disintegrants, lubricants, coatings, sweeteners, flavors, salt solutions (such as Ringer's solution), alcohols, oils, gelatins, carbohydrates such as lactose, amylose or starch, fatty acid esters, hydroxymethycellulose, polyvinyl pyrrolidine, and colors, and the like. Such preparations can be sterilized and, if desired, mixed with auxiliary agents such as lubricants, preservatives, stabilizers, wetting agents, emulsifiers, salts for influencing osmotic pressure, buffers, coloring, and/or aromatic substances and the like that do not deleteriously react with the compounds of the invention. One of skill in the art will recognize that other pharmaceutical excipients are useful in the present invention.

[0023] As used herein, the term "pharmaceutically effective regimen" refers to a systematic plan for the administration of one or more therapeutic agents, which includes aspects such as type of therapeutic agent, therapeutic agent concentrations, and any changes therein made during the course of the drug administration, which when administered is capable of (e.g., is effective in, etc.) treating and/or preventing an infection. Such considerations depend on the judgment of the practitioner and are readily determinable by one skilled in the art.

[0024] Any of the active agents described herein may be in the form of a "prodrug." "Prodrug" as used herein refers to a compound that, after administration, is metabolized or otherwise converted to a biologically active or more active compound (or drug) with respect to at least one property. A prodrug, relative to the drug, is modified chemically in a manner that renders it, relative to the drug, less active or inactive, but the chemical modification is such that the corresponding drug is generated by metabolic or other biological processes after the prodrug is administered. A prodrug may have, relative to the active drug, altered metabolic stability or transport characteristics, fewer side effects or lower toxicity, or improved flavor. A prodrug may be synthesized using reactants other than the corresponding drug. For example, prodrug of an active agent may be in the form of an in vivo hydrolysable ester of the specified active agent.

(0025) The term "subject", as used herein, refers to any organism that is capable of experiencing a respiratory infection. Such organisms include, but are not limited to, human, dog, cat, horse, cow, sheep, goat, mouse, rat, guinea pig, monkey, bird, primate, non-human primate, avian, reptiles, etc.

10026] A subject "suffering from" or "suspected of suffering from" a specific disease, condition, or syndrome (e.g., a respiratory infection, etc.) has a sufficient number of risk factors or presents with a sufficient number or combination of signs or symptoms of the disease, condition, or syndrome such that a competent individual would diagnose or suspect that the subject was suffering from the disease, condition, or syndrome. Methods for identification of subjects suffering from or suspected of suffering from respiratory infection is within the ability of those in the art. Subjects suffering from, and suspected of suffering from, a specific disease, condition, or syndrome are not necessarily two distinct groups. The phrase "individual in need thereof or "patient in need thereof or "subject in need thereof denotes an individual having a disease or condition (e.g., a respiratory infection, etc.). In some implementations, the individual in need thereof is a patient that is infected with influenza virus, rhinovirus, parainfluenza virus, coronavirus, enterovirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and/or Streptococcus pyogenes. Non-limiting examples include humans, other mammals, bovines, rats, mice, dogs, monkeys, goat, sheep, cows, deer, and other non-mammalian animals including birds and reptiles. In preferred embodiments, the individual in need thereof is human. 10027] As used herein, the terms "treatment," "treating," and the like, refer to obtaining a desired pharmacologic and/or physiologic effect. The effect may be prophylactic in terms of completely or partially preventing a disease or symptom thereof and/or may be therapeutic in terms of a partial or complete cure for a disease and/or adverse effect attributable to the disease. The term "prevent" or "prophylaxis" as used herein, includes delaying the onset of or progression of a disease or physiological manifestation of disease. The term "treat" includes reducing, diminishing, eliminating, ameliorating, forestalling, slowing the progression of, and/or delaying the onset of a given disease or physiological manifestation thereof.

|0028j The identification of a particular active agent as having a certain activity is not limiting, unless otherwise indicated, and does not preclude the same agent from having additional activities. For example, marshmallow extract is listed herein as an "anti-microbial," but it is also known to be a potent anti-inflammatory, and capable of mimicking the rheological properties of mucous. For example, lactoferrin (e.g., apolactoferrin, etc.) is listed herein as an "anti-microbial," but it is also known to be a potent anti-inflammatory.

(0029) Unless otherwise indicated, all references to concentrations include the indicated amounts on a weight by weight, weight by volume or volume by volume basis. Any reference to a percent concentration will be understood to refer to wt/wt, wt/vol, or wt/vol. While certain embodiments may be described by concentrations as wt/wt or wt/vol, it should be understood that such compositions disclose the same % on a wt/wt or wt/vol basis. The density of any forms of the invention may be between 0.8 g/rriL and 1.2 g/rriL, for example between 0.9 g/rriL and 1.1 g/rriL or between 0.95 g/rriL and 1.05 g/rriL.

10030] Ranges provided herein are understood to be shorthand for all of the values within the range including the limits of the range. For example, a range of 1 to 50 is understood to include any number, combination of numbers, or sub-range from the group consisting of 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15,16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42, 43, 44, 45, 46, 47, 48, 49, or 50, as well as all intervening decimal values between the aforementioned integers such as, for example, 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5, 1.6, 1.7, 1.8, and 1.9. With respect to sub-ranges, "nested sub-ranges" that extend from either end point of the range are specifically contemplated. For example, a nested sub-range of an exemplary range of 1 to 50 may comprise 1 to 10, 1 to 20, 1 to 30, and 1 to 40 in one direction, or 50 to 40, 50 to 30, 50 to 20, and 50 to 10 in the other direction.

[0031 ] Any therapeutic agents, compositions, or methods provided herein can be combined with one or more of any of the other therapeutic agents, compositions, and methods provided herein. It will be understood that derivatives such as esters, and prodrugs that retain the functionality of the base compound are contemplated.

10032 j The present disclosure provides compositions and methods for preventing and treating infections. The present disclosure features methods and compositions for enhancing the filtering capabilities of mucosa (e.g., oral, nasal, etc.) and protecting against pathogens by enhancing the health of membranes and filtering capabilities of mucous. In particular, the disclosure features antimicrobial, antiviral, and antifungal compositions that prevent and treat respiratory infections caused by bacteria, viruses, and fungi, including influenza viruses and rhino viruses (e.g. viruses that cause the flu and common cold, respectively).

[0033] The present disclosure is based, at least in part, on the discovery that compositions including antimicrobial, antiviral, and/or antifungal functionalities may be used to enhance the health and filtering capabilities of oral and/or nasal membranes and protect against airborne pathogens. In so doing, they must also maintain the physiological health of the membranes such as by maintaining a healthy pH and osmolarity and encouraging the propagation of healthy microflora. In a particular exemplary embodiment, the present disclosure relates to an antimicrobial and anti-fungal filtering composition formulated for topical application to the proximal anterior nares or the inner anterior nasal membrane, where it may also coat nasal hairs and enhance the filtering capabilities of the nose. Advantageously, the present disclosure, as described herein, provides a topically applied filtering composition for application that does not adversely affect the chemical properties of the respiratory membranes or mucosa (and enhances its natural filtering capabilities) and that will specifically target and protect against several disease causing microorganisms.

[0034] The present disclosure also provides for methods of enhancing the natural filtration properties of the respiratory membranes and reducing the number of microorganisms (e.g., virions, bacteria, etc.), allergens, and odorants which enter the body (e.g., pass through the mucosa surface) or proliferate along the mucosal membranes. In some embodiments, this method includes application of a topical or inhaled, or ingested solution of antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-fungal, and/or odor-neutralizing composition to the mouth, the throat, the opening of the nostrils, the nasal epithelial inside the nostrils, and/or the nasal hairs. The antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti-fungal solution may be in gel, lotion, lozenge, vapor, or aerosol forms and may have a combination of active ingredients intended to bolster the natural filtration capabilities of the nose in a base medium that allows the active ingredients to be well tolerated, in their active forms, while preventing them from having undesirable effects. The compositions herein may also mimic the chemical properties of natural healthy mucous or saliva such as, for example, pH and osmolality.

10035 j The techniques disclosed herein may administer targeted antimicrobials in pharmaceutical compositions which also maintain the specific physiological and chemical properties of the upper respiratory membranes or mucous such as, for example, their pH and osmolarity. In some embodiments, the methods of treating respiratory infection disclosed herein do not comprise non-targeted, indiscriminate antimicrobials to the upper respiratory membranes that may contain alcohol, peroxide, or other harsh ingredients. In some embodiments, the only harsh ingredients are peroxides. Typically used in formulations (e.g., US Patent No. 8,999,406; US Patent No. 8,778,415; US Patent No. 7,638,147), these harsh ingredients change the pH or osmolarity of the upper respiratory membranes and negatively impact microflora. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition comprises less than 10% harsh ingredients (e.g., alcohol, peroxide, etc.) by weight of the composition or less than 5% harsh ingredients by weight of the composition or less than 1% harsh ingredients by weight of the composition or less than 0.1% harsh ingredients by weight of the composition or less than 0.01% harsh ingredients by weight of the composition. Typically, application of the pharmaceutical composition to an upper respiratory (e.g., oral, nasal, etc.) membrane will alter the pH of the membrane and/or mucous by less than 20% or less than 10% or less than 5% or less than 1% or less than 0.1% of the pH prior to application. In some embodiments, application of the pharmaceutical composition to an upper respiratory membrane will alter the osmolarity of the membrane and/or mucous by less than 20% or less than 10% or less than 5% or less than 1% or less than 0.1%.

1 036 i Typically, pharmaceutical compositions with a targeted antiviral component will comprise a peptide and/or macromolecule implicated in the receptor recognition function of a virus. The peptide or macromolecule may mimic the amino acid sequence of receptors to which virus bind prior to cell entry. The macromolecule may be in the extracellular or intercellular domain and used by one or more virions to identify and bind to cells for infection. Similarly, pharmaceutical compositions with a targeted antibacterial component may comprise a peptide or macromolecule or compound that that which bacteria bind to for infection. In some embodiments, the targeted anti-bacterial component will comprise modulators of cellular functions which specific bacterium use to evade the immune response.

100 71 The targeted component of the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise targeted antiviral agents which virions selected from influenza virus, parainfluenza virus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, or coxsackievirus may use for entry in the cell. A person of ordinary skill would understand which proteins a specific virus would bind to based on the receptor recognition function of the specified virus. The targeted component may comprise peptides, macromolecules, enzymes and/or compounds which the virus may bind to. In some embodiments, the virus is from the picarnoviridae family (e.g., rhinovirus, enterovirus, coxsackievirus, etc.) In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target influenza and comprise sialic acids and derivatives thereof (e.g., 3'-sialyllactose, 6'-sialyllactose, etc.) and/or quercetin and isoforms thereof (e.g., isoquercetin, etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target parainfluenza and comprise sialic acids (e.g., 3'-sialyllactose, 6'-sialyllactose, etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target coronavirus and comprise sialic acids (e.g., 3'-sialyllactose, 6'-sialyllactose, etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target coronavirus and comprise angiotensin-converting enzyme 2 ("ACE2"), dipeptidyl peptidase-4 ("DPP4") and/or the soluble form present in the respiratory tract, adiponectin ("APN"), and/or sialic acids (e.g., 3'-sialyllactose, 6'-sialyllactose, etc.). Exemplary proteins and macromolecules used in the coronavirus receptor recognition function (which may be used in the targeted component of the pharmaceutical compositions) may be found in Li, F. J. Virol. 89 (2015): 1954-64, hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target adenovirus and comprise membrane cofactor protein encoded by the CD46 gene ("CD46"), coxsackievirus and adenovirus receptor protein ("CAR"), desmoglein-2, sialic acids (e.g., 3'-sialyllactose, 6'-sialyllactose, etc.), GDla ganglioside and/or its branched hexasaccharides, ganglioside la, heparin sulfate and/or proteoglycans thereof, factor X of the coagulation cascade, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin (e.g., apolactoferrin, etc.), integrins (e.g., av-integrins, etc.), and/or secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor ("SLPI"). Exemplary proteins and/or macromolecules used in the adenovirus receptor recognition function (which may be used in the targeted component of the pharmaceutical compositions) may be found in Wulfrum N. et al, Cellular Microbiology 15(2013): 53-62, hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target enterovirus and comprise human scavenger receptor class B ("SCARB2," also known as lysosomal integral membrane protein Π or LIMP-2), P-selectin glycoprotein ligand-1 (PSGL-1), sialylated glycan, heparin sulfate and/or proteoglycans thereof, annexin II ("Anx2"), and/or intercellular adhesion molecule-5 ("ICAM-5"). Exemplary proteins and/or macromolecules used in the enterovirus receptor recognition function (which may be used in the targeted component of the pharmaceutical compositions) may be found in Yamayoshi S, et al. Nat. Med. 15 (2009): 798-801, hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target enterovirus E71 and comprise SCARB2. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target enterovirus EV-D68 and comprise ICAM-5. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target coxsackievirus (e.g. , coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus B, etc.) and comprise integrin ανβό, integrin ανβ3, ICAM-1, and/or CAR. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target coxsackievirus A (e.g., A9, A21, etc.) and comprise integrin ανβό, integrin ανβ3 and/or ICAM-1. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target coxsackievirus B and comprise CAR. In some embodiments, the targeted component of the pharmaceutical composition may target infections from the genus Streptococci (e.g. , Streptococcus pyogenes, etc.) and comprise a C5a peptidase inhibitor, anti-leukoproteinase, and/or secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor. The formulations may comprise more than one targeted component such that the techniques herein are able to protect against more than one pathogen or irritant at the simultaneously. Since the specific identity of a disease or allergy causing microorganism is often unknown at the time of initial exposure to a subject, such formulations may be used prior to identification of the specific pathogen causing infection. In preferred embodiments, the targeted component comprises CD46 (e.g. , soluble CD46, etc.). In preferred embodiments, the targeted component comprises CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.).

{0038] What is important is that each active in the targeted component, in whatever form (e.g. , fragments of any described peptide, macromolecules or derivatives thereof, etc.), be capable of binding the targeted virions. Accordingly, any of the described peptides or macromolecules above may be in a soluble form. Typically, the targeted component is present in an amount effective to reduce infection. Persons of ordinary skill are able to determine the amount of the targeted component and/or each active in the targeted component suitable to reduce viral infection. In some embodiments, the targeted component (or any agent within the targeted component) may comprise from about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 100 mg/mL (e.g., about 0.001 to about 50 mg/mL or about 0.01 to about 10 mg/mL, or about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 1 mg/mL, or about 1 mg/mL to about 10 mg/mL, or about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 0.001 mg/mL, or about 0.001 mg/mL to about 0.01 mg/mL, or about 0.01 mg/mL to about 0.1 mg/mL, or about 0.1 mg/mL to about 1 mg/mL, or about 1 mg/mL to about 10 mg/mL, etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component (or any agent within the targeted component) may comprise from about 0.000001% to about 10% by weight of the composition (e.g. , about 0.00001% to about 5% by weight of the composition or about 0.0001% to about 1% by weight of the composition, or about 0.00001% to about 0.01% by weight of the composition, or about 1% to about 10% by weight of the composition, or about 0.00001% to about 0.0001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.0001% to about 0.001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.0001% to about 0.001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.001% to about 0.01% by weight of the composition, or about 0.01% to about 0.1% by weight of the composition, or about 0.1% to about 1% by weight of the composition, or about 1% to about 10% by weight of the composition, etc.).

{0039] In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.).

10040 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid (e.g. 3' and 6' sialyllactose).

10041 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise ACE2 (e.g. soluble ACE2 etc.).

{0042] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise DPP4 (e.g. soluble DPP4 etc.).

10043 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise APN (e.g. soluble APN etc.). 10044] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise CD46 (e.g. soluble CD46 etc.).

{00453 In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise CAR (e.g. soluble CAR etc.).

[0046j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise desmoglein 2.

1 047 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise sialic acid.

1 048 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise ganglioside la.

{0049] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof.

{0050] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b- microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise coagulation factor X.

10051 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine.

[0052] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise lactoferrin.

10053 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise Av integrins.

1005 i In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise SCAR B2 (e.g. soluble SCAR B2 etc.).

10055 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL- 1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL- 1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise PSGL-1 (e.g. soluble PSGL-1 etc.).

[0056j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b- microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise sialylated glycan.

[0057] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof.

[0058] In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise Anx2 (e.g. soluble Anx2 etc.).

[005 j In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise mucins and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise SLPI and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM- 5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise b-microseminoprotein and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise statherin and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise plant mucilage and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise marshmallow extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise glycyrrhizin and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise calendula extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM- 5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise citrus peel extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise honey extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise rosemary extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise myrrh extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise Helichrysum extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise arrowroot extract and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non- targeted component may comprise neem oil and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin C and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise vitamin E and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component may comprise grapefruit extract (e.g. grapefruit seed extract etc.) and the targeted component may comprise ICAM-5 (e.g. soluble ICAM-5 etc.).

{0060] The pharmaceutical compositions provide a therapeutic effect useful in the treatment or prophylaxis of viral and/or bacterial infection. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa (e.g., epithelia). In certain embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may increase the barrier function in mucosa as compared to an otherwise identical composition comprising either the targeted or the non-targeted components alone. Increases in barrier function may be measured, for example as shown in the examples. In certain embodiments, the targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount to increase the barrier function of epithelia as compared to an otherwise identical composition comprising either component alone.

[0061 ] The formulations may comprise more than one targeted component such that the techniques herein are able to protect against more than one pathogen or irritant at the simultaneously. Since the specific identity of a disease or allergy causing microorganism is often unknown at the time of initial exposure to a subject, such formulations may be used prior to identification of the specific pathogen causing infection.

(0062 ( The pharmaceutical compositions may further comprise a non-targeted antimicrobial portion which provides therapeutic benefit to a wide variety of pathogens. The non-targeted anti-microbial portion may help to strengthen the innate immune system. The non-targeted anti-microbial portion may help to remove or prevent pathogens (or pathgens bound by the targeted component) from the surface of mucosa. In some embodiments, the non-targeted antimicrobial comprise mucins, lactoferrin (e.g. , apolactoferrin, etc.), lysozyme, SLPI, β-microseminoprotein, sPLA2, and/or statherin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted anti-microbial comprises plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extracts, rosemary extracts, myrhh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, a grapefruit seed extract, and combinations thereof, zinc peroxide (ZnC ), copper, and silver, zinc, zinc compounds, silver, silver compounds, copper, copper compounds, and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the targeted and/or non-targeted anti-microbial may derived from nasal secretions used for providing anti-microbial and filtering capabilities of the mucosa. In some embodiments, the targeted and/or non-targeted antimicrobial is derived from saliva secretions used for providing anti-microbial and filtering capabilities of the mucosa. Suitable secretions include those disclosed in Cole, A, et al, Infection and Immunity 67 (1999): 3267-75, hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some embodiments, the non- targeted anti-microbial may comprise defensins (e.g. , a and/or β defenins, etc.), histatins, cathelicidins, adrenomedullin, bacteriocidal/permeability increasing protein ("BPI") and BPI-like proteins such as parotid secretory protein ("PSP"), proteins of palate lung and nasal epithelial clone family ("PLUNC") including both short type and long type, amylase (e.g. , a-amylase, etc.), cy statins (e.g., cy statin A, cystatin B, cystatin C, cystatin D, cystatin S, cystatin SA, cystatin SN, etc.), proline rich peptides, mucins (e.g. , MUC7, MUC5b, etc.), peroxidases (e.g. , lactoperoxidase, myeloperoxidase, etc.), slatherin, and/or salivary agglutinin (also known as lung glycoprotein 340). In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition comprises slatherin, marshmallow extract, mucins, lysozyme, lactoferrin, and combinations thereof. In preferred embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition comprises lysozyme and lactoferrin. In more preferred embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition comprises lysozyme, lactoferrin, and mucins. In some implementations, the pharmaceutical composition comprises marshmallow extract and mucins. In some implementations, the pharmaceutical composition comprises marshmallow extract, mucins, lysozyme and lactoferrin (e.g. , apolactoferrin, etc.). In certain embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition comprises glycyrrhizin and sialic acid.

10063 j Persons of ordinary skill are able to determine the amount of the non-targeted component and/or each active in the targeted component suitable to reduce viral infection. In some embodiments, the non- targeted anti-microbial is present in the pharmaceutical composition in a similar amount as is typically secreted by mucosa. In some embodiments, the non-targeted component (or any agent within the targeted component) may comprise from about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 100 mg/mL (or any agent within the targeted component) may comprise from about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 100 mg/mL (e.g., about 0.001 to about 50 mg/mL or about 0.01 to about 10 mg/mL, or about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 1 mg/mL, or about 1 mg/mL to about 10 mg/mL, or about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 0.001 mg/mL, or about 0.001 mg/mL to about 0.01 mg/mL, or about 0.01 mg/mL to about 0.1 mg/mL, or about 0.1 mg/mL to about 1 mg/mL, or about 1 mg/mL to about 10 mg/mL, etc.). In some embodiments, the non-targeted component (or any agent therein) may comprise from about 0.000001% to about 10% by weight of the composition (e.g., about 0.00001% to about 5% by weight of the composition or about 0.0001% to about 1% by weight of the composition, or about 0.00001% to about 0.01% by weight of the composition, or about 1% to about 10% by weight of the composition, or about 0.00001% to about 0.0001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.0001% to about 0.001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.0001% to about 0.001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.001% to about 0.01% by weight of the composition, or about 0.01% to about 0.1% by weight of the composition, or about 0.1% to about 1% by weight of the composition, or about 1% to about 10% by weight of the composition, etc.).

1 064 i Several ingredients may be present in an amount to mimic the rheology of mucous. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions (or the compositions when administered to mucosa) are capable of mimic the rheological parameters of the mucous secreted from that mucosa (e.g. , oral and/or nasal mucosa, etc.). Administered formulations with similar rheological parameters to mucous may several beneficial effects for the formulations. For example, without wishing to be bound by theory, by mimicking the complex rheological properties of mucous, the residence time for various pathogens may be increased prior to contact with the surface of the membranes resulting in increased targeted binding and/or anti-microbial effect and/or the barrier function of the mucous in combination with the pharmaceutical composition may be increased. Rheological parameters are described in, for example, Lai, S. et al. , Adv. Drug. Deliv. Rev. 61 (2009): 86-100, hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions have non-Newtonian rheology in formulation and following administration to mucosa (e.g., the administered formulation may be an non-Newtonian gel, etc.). In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may have a Viscosity of between about 10 "3 and about 10 2 Pa.s (e.g., between about 10 "3 Pa.s and 10 "2 Pa.s, between about 10 "2 Pa.s and 10 "1 Pa.s, between about 10 "1 Pa.s and 1 Pa.s, between about 1 Pa.s and 10 Pa.s, between about 10 Pa.s and 10 2 Pa.s, etc.) at a shear rate of 10 Hz at 25 °C. Various agents may be used to mimic the rheology of mucous. For example, the pharmaceutical composition may comprise one or more agents selected from mucins, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, lysozyme, and/or lactoferrin (e.g., apolactoferrin, etc.) in amounts capable of mimicking the rheology of mucous. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise mucins. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise plant mucilage. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise mucins and plant mucilage. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise mucins and marshmallow extract. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may comprise plant mucilage and marshmallow extract. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may comprise mucins, marshmallow extract, and plant mucilage.

[0065] Additionally, the pharmaceutical compositions may further comprise an anti-inflammatory agent. Typically, the anti-inflammatory agents will mitigate the type 2 immune response. Without wishing to be bound by theory, lowering specific inflammatory responses may prevent mucous hypersecretion and maintain barrier integrity. Accordingly, the pharmaceutical compositions may comprise any inhibitor of inflammatory pathways. Specific anti-inflammatory agents include ICAM inhibitors (e.g., CDl la, ezrin (EZR), CD18, glycyrrhetinic acid, pyrrolidinedithiocarbamate, etc.), NFKB inhibitors (e.g., (heterocyclic thiazole, lipoic acid, efalizumab, 4-[(4- Methylphenyl)thio]thieno[2,3- c]pyridine-2-carboxamide, silibinin, stilbenes, (+)-epigalloylcatechin-gallate [(+)-EGCG], etc.), cytokine inhibitors TSLP inhibitors, IL-25 inhibitors, IL-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors (e.g., TNF- α inhibitors, TNF-β inhibitors, etc.), quercetin and isoforms thereof (e.g., isoquercetin, etc.), non steroidal anti -inflammatory drugs (e.g., aspirin, etc.) and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, the compositions of the invention may include one or more of a glucocorticosteroid and/or an antihistamine (e.g., an HI antagonist, etc.). The anti-inflammatory may provide anti-allergenic effects. Accordingly, in some embodiments, pharmaceutical compositions comprising anti-inflammatory agents may be used for the treatment and/or preventions of allergic effects.

[0066] In some embodiments, the targeted component and non-targeted antimicrobial are delivered to the surface of mucosa without permeation within the mucosa. However, the anti-inflammatory may permeate the mucosa to provide therapeutic benefit. Persons of ordinary skill are able to determine the amount anti-inflammatory necessary to achieve therapeutic benefit. In some embodiments, the anti- inflammatory (or any agent within the anti -inflammatory) may comprise from about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 100 mg/mL (or any agent within the targeted component) may comprise from about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 100 mg/mL (e.g., about 0.001 to about 50 mg/mL or about 0.01 to about 10 mg/mL, or about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 1 mg/mL, or about 1 mg/mL to about 10 mg/mL, or about 0.0001 mg/mL to about 0.001 mg/mL, or about 0.001 mg/mL to about 0.01 mg/mL, or about 0.01 mg/mL to about 0.1 mg/mL, or about 0.1 mg/mL to about 1 mg/mL, or about 1 mg/mL to about 10 mg/mL, etc.). In some embodiments, the anti-inflammatory component (or any agent) may comprise from about 0.000001% to about 10% by weight of the composition (e.g., about 0.00001% to about 5% by weight of the composition or about 0.0001% to about 1% by weight of the composition, or about 0.00001% to about 0.01% by weight of the composition, or about 1% to about 10% by weight of the composition, or about 0.00001% to about 0.0001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.0001% to about 0.001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.0001% to about 0.001% by weight of the composition, or about 0.001% to about 0.01% by weight of the composition, or about 0.01% to about 0.1% by weight of the composition, or about 0.1% to about 1% by weight of the composition, or about 1% to about 10% by weight of the composition, etc.).

{0067] The targeted component (e.g., targeted anti-viral and/or targeted antibacterial, etc.), non-targeted anti-microbial, and anti-inflammatory may be used alone in the pharmaceutical composition. However, synergistic effects (e.g., non-additive decrease of infection, reduction in infection progression, maintaining or increasing mucosal strength, non-impairment of barrier function, etc.) of combinations of these active ingredients are contemplated. The targeted component and non-targeted anti-microbial component may provide a synergistic effect. The targeted component and anti-inflammatory may provide a synergistic effect. The targeted component and non-targeted anti-microbial component may provide a synergistic effect.

1 068 i The composition may comprise one or more antimicrobial or antiviral compounds dispersed in a carrier, and typically, but not necessarily, a liquid carrier. The liquid carrier is ideally, but not necessarily, of suitable rheology to be sprayed as an aerosol or fine mist. The composition may comprise one or more ingredients selected from the group consisting of an emollient, an occlusive, a humectant, a carrier, an excipient, an emulsifier, and an essential oil. Typically, excipients, carriers and/or diluents should be compatible with the human mucosa and epithelium, and should not cause excessive drying or irritation to the mucosa or epithelium. The excipients should also account for the fact that water will tend to evaporate at body temperature and as such a secondary solvent may be included to aid in maintaining the soluble components in solution. The carrier may include a polyol, such as a C2-C8 polyol, including without limitation, glycerin, propylene glycol, 1,3 -propane diol, butylene glycol, 1,4- butane diol, erythritol, threitol, arabitol, xylitol, mannitol, sorbitol, pentylene glycol, hexylene glycol, caprylyl glycol, hydrogenated starch hydrolysates, isomalt, maltitol, and the like. The compositions may comprise an amount of an alcohol, such as ethanol, provided it is in an amount that does not irritate or dry the mucosa or any drying or irritation which may occur is offset by other ingredients. In some embodiments, the compositions are free of alcohol (e.g. , ethanol, etc.). In one embodiment, the carrier is an aqueous carrier including from about 1-95% or from about 5-50% or from about 10-40% or from about 15-35% or from about 20-30% 1,3 -propanediol, on a (v/v), (w/v), or (w/w) basis. In some embodiments, the composition may have a kinematic viscosity ranging from about 1-1,500 or from about 5-1,000 or from about 10-750 or from about 20-500 centiStokes (mm 2 /s). The compositions may have a Newtonian or non-Newtonian rheology. The compositions may be, for example, shear thinning and/or thixotropic, such that they readily flow through a spray nozzle and form a mist of suitable droplet size on shearing, but thicken in situ to form a film on the mucosa which is resistant to clearance from the nasal and/or oral cavity such that the active remain on the mucosa for a time sufficient to neutralize pathogens in contact with the mucosa. Typically, the composition will be of suitable viscosity to possess a residence time on the mucosa of the nasal and/or oral cavities of at least 1 minute, more preferably, at least 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, or 30 minutes following application. The composition should be semi -permeable in order to permit virions and other pathogens to penetrate the film and come into contact with the active ingredients, while possessing a sufficient barrier function to inhibit evaporation of water and volatile solvents in order to maintain the actives in solution.

1 06 j The pharmaceutical compositions according to the invention may be in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge. The carrier of the pharmaceutical composition may be selected to provide residence time of the composition on the nasal and/or oral mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes following application. In some embodiments, the composition for application to the nasal and/or oral mucosa comprises one or more antiviral and/or antimicrobial agents dispersed in a liquid carrier comprising from about 1-99% (v/v) water or from about 60-90% (v/v) water and from about 10-40% (or from 20-30%) (v/v) of a polyol. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) 1,3 -propanediol. The composition may be capable of being sprayed or ingested onto the mucosa, and is adapted to remain on the mucosa for at least 5 minutes (or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes) following application without substantially irritating or drying the mucosa.

10070 j The antimicrobial compositions herein may incorporate the targeted and non-targeted components with a base mixture comprising one or more of water, polyols, emollients, occlusives, humectants, emulsifiers, preservatives, thickeners and suspending agents, pH adjusters, isotonicity agents, and essential oils. This base mixture may allow the active ingredients to remain at or near the site of application for at least 30 minutes (e.g. 30-60 minutes, 1-2 hours, 2-4 hours, 4-8 hours, 8-12 hours, 12-24 hours, 1-2 days, 2-7 days, a week or more) before being absorbed. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition remaining at the site of application may have similar pH and osmolarity to mucous. Moreover, the pharmaceutical composition may not clog pores of the mucosa. The length of time required for absorption of the pharmaceutical composition may be determined by the saccharine test or other similar tests.

[0071] Pharmaceutical carriers can be sterile liquids, such as water and oils, including those of petroleum, animal, vegetable or synthetic origin, such as peanut oil, soybean oil, mineral oil, sesame oil, olive oil, gel (e.g., hydrogel, etc.), castor oil, and the like. Saline is a preferred carrier when the pharmaceutical composition is administered intravenously. Saline solutions and aqueous dextrose and glycerol solutions may also be employed as liquid carriers, particularly for injectable solutions.

100 2] The pharmaceutically acceptable carrier may be selected to provide a specified residence time in the mucosa of a subject. In some embodiments, the "residence time" of the inventive compositions on the mucosa represent average residence times from studies involving multiple applications (intranasal and/or oral) using a sample of multiple individuals sufficient to approximate the population at large. In some embodiments, at least 25% (and preferably, at least 30%, or at least 40% or at least 50%, or at least 60%, or at least 70%, or at least 80%, or at least 90%) by weight of the initially applied active ingredients remain on the mucosa after the specified duration of time. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier at 25°C has the Hansen Solubility Parameters of energy from dispersion (5d), energy from dipolar intermolecular force between molecules (δ Ρ ), energy from hydrogen bonds (5h) of between about 15 and about 18, about 12 and about 15, about 21 and about 25, respectively.

10073 j The pharmaceutically acceptable carrier may be aqueous. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is free of mercurial preservatives. The solvent may be 1,2- propanediol, 1,3 -propanediol and a variety of aqueous carriers can be used, e.g. buffered water, 0.9 percent saline, buffered aqueous-ethanol solutions and the like. Combinations of any of these carriers are within the scope of the invention. These compositions can be sterilized by conventional, well-known sterilization techniques, or can be sterile filtered. The resulting solutions can be packaged for use as is or mixed as an adjuvant to another medication. A composition can contain pharmaceutically acceptable auxiliary substances as required to approximate physiological conditions, such as pH adjusting and buffering agents, tonicity adjusting agents, taste modifiers, sweeteners, wetting agents and the like, for example, sodium acetate, sodium lactate, sodium chloride, potassium chloride, calcium chloride, sorbitan monolaurate, triethanolamine oleate, etc. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is a mixture of water and a polyol. In some embodiments, the pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is a mixture of water and propanediol (e.g. 1,2-propenediol, 1,3-propanediol, etc.). In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is a mixture of water and glycerin. The pharmaceutically acceptable carrier may be about 1% - about 35% (e.g. about 5% - about 30%, etc.) aqueous solution of propanediol or glycerin by weight of the aqueous carrier. Some pharmaceutically acceptable carriers include 20% aqueous solution of 1,3-propanediol, 20% aqueous solution of glycerin, 10% aqueous solution of 1,3-propanediol, 10% aqueous solution of glycerin, 20% aqueous solution of 1,3-propanediol with 1% sunflower oil and 5% polysorbate 80, 20% aqueous solution of glycerin with 1% sunflower oil and 5% polysorbate 80, 10% aqueous solution of 1,3-propanediol with 1% sunflower oil and 5% polysorbate 80, 10% aqueous solution of glycerin with 1% sunflower oil and 5% polysorbate 80, the Versaflex V-175 polymeric emulsifier system (i.e. sucrose palmitate, glyceryl stearate, glyceryl sterate citrate, sucrose, mannan, and Xanthan gum), the Versaflex V-175 polymeric emulsifier system with 3% sunflower oil, the Versaflex V-175 polymeric emulsifier system with 3% sunflower oil and about 5 to about 30% propanediol or glycerin, the Versaflex V-175 emulsifier system with 3% acetylated monoglyceride, and the Versaflex V-175 emulsifier system with 3% acetylated monoglyceride and about 5 to about 30% propanediol or glycerin.

1 07 j Suitable pharmaceutical excipients include starch, glucose, lactose, sucrose, gelatin, malt, rice, flour, chalk, silica gel, sodium stearate, glycerol monostearate, talc, sodium chloride, dried skim milk, glycerol, propylene, glycol, water, ethanol, and the like. The composition, if desired, can also contain minor amounts of wetting or emulsifying agents, or pH buffering agents. These compositions can take the form of solutions, suspensions, emulsion, tablets, pills, capsules, powders, sustained-release formulations and the like. Oral formulation can include standard carriers such as pharmaceutical grades of mannitol, lactose, starch, magnesium stearate, sodium saccharine, cellulose, magnesium carbonate, etc. Examples of suitable pharmaceutical carriers are described in "Remington's Pharmaceutical Sciences" by E. W. Martin, the contents of which are hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety. Such compositions will generally contain a therapeutically effective amount of the therapeutic agent and/or the immunotherapeutic agent, in purified form, together with a suitable amount of carrier so as to provide the form for proper administration to the patient. The formulation should suit the mode of administration.

[0075] As depicted in Table 1, an exemplary composition may further include the following additional base (e.g., carrier, etc.) ingredients either alone or in combination: a polyol, a humectant (such as but not limited to glycerin, aloe vera, or butylene glycol), an emollient (such as but not limited to shea butter, castor oil, coconut oil, caprylic acid, butyl stearate, or triglyceride), an occlusive substance (such as but not limited to petroleum jelly, dimethicone, lanolin, cocoa butter, shea butter, beeswax, plant butters, or carnauba wax). The addition and exact concentrations of these ingredients may be optimized to achieve a barrier function that does not clog pores, keeps active ingredients in their bioactive conformations and in place for at least 30 minutes, maintains osmolarity and pH similar to physiological mucus, is tolerable and effective when applied.

Table 1 : Additional Base Ingredients.

[00761 Unless otherwise indicated, any excipient or additive may be included in an amount sufficient to serve its intended functional purpose without harming or irritating the respiratory tissues. Unless otherwise indicated, all excipients may be present in an amount from about 0.000001% or 0.01% to about 1, 5, 10, or 25% by weight of the composition. The carrier may be any pharmaceutically acceptable diluent and may be solid at room temperature or liquid at room temperature. Suitable carriers include water, alcohol (e.g., ethanol, etc.), Propylene glycol, isopropanol, propanediol, glycerin, benzyl alcohol, isostearyl isosterate, caprylic/capric triglyceride, oleyl oleate, tocopherol acetate, decyl cocoate, squalene, span 40, coco-caprylate/caprate, span 80, tocopherol, osstearic acid, oleyl erucate, span 20, glyceryl isostearate, and caprylic/capric triglyceride. The carrier may be, for example, in the form of an aqueous solution, a water in oil emulsion, or an oil in water emulsion. The emulsion carrier will typically comprise from 0.0001% to about 10% by weight of an emulsifier suitable to stabilize the emulsion. In one embodiment, the composition is intended for oral use and may include one or more of the following ingredients: glucose syrup, soy lecithin, alginates, sucralose, com syrup, gelatin, erythritol, lecithin, plant mucins, carrageenan, chicory root extract, malitol, and stevia. In both oral and nasal formulations, it should be noted that the excipients should not interfere with the biological activity of the actives and should be compatible in solution with the actives. The excipients should also not penetrate the epithelia (respiratory membranes). Accordingly, it is desirable to have a higher solubility of the actives in the base composition to maintain them in solution and prevent penetration of the actives into the epithelia. In oral and/or nasal formulations, the excipients may serve to maintain moisture in the mucosa and the compositional film thereon, such that the active ingredients do not precipitate from solution. In some embodiments, the carrier will comprise water, and a secondary solvent of lower volatility than the water in which the actives are also soluble. Ideally, the carrier and excipients are selected such that they have a polarity that is closer to the polarity of the active ingredients than to the polarity of the epithelia. The secondary solvent may serve to keep the actives soluble after water has evaporated. In oral formulations, loss of moisture is less important and it may be desirable to select excipients so as to retard the dissolution of the composition in the saliva.

1 077 j In embodiments, the pH of the formulation may be adjusted with pharmaceutically acceptable acids, bases, or buffers to enhance the stability of the formulated compound or its delivery form. In embodiments, the pharmaceutical carriers may be in the form of a sterile liquid preparation, for example, as a sterile aqueous or oleaginous suspension. Among the acceptable vehicles and solvents that may be employed are mannitol, water, Ringer's solution and isotonic sodium chloride solution.

[0078] _The composition may include odor-neutralizing compounds such as, but not limited to activated charcoal or sodium bicarbonate. The composition may have adhesive properties and be specifically formulated to keep active ingredients and antimicrobials/antivirals on the surface of the upper respiratory epithelium for an extended period of time. To achieve this, the compositions herein may include substances of low volatility, or occlusive substances such as, for example, polyols, shea butter, or other plant butters, coconut oil, beeswax, and bioadhesive substances such as mucilage, or alginates.

[0079] The formulations described herein and their active ingredients are intended to be well tolerated, exert beneficial effect on ciliary function, have good dispensing properties, a high degree of adhesion, and maintain the chemical properties of the mucosa. In some embodiments, ingredients are balanced to create synergistic effects.

10080 j According to the techniques herein, one or more of the active ingredients of the targeted component may target undesirable microorganisms and viruses specifically. Many airborne pathogens such as rhinoviruses and influenza gain entry into upper respiratory epithelial cells, mucosa, or cells of the lower respiratory tract through specific cell surface targets. ICAM-1 (Intracellular Adhesion Molecule- 1) as one such target for most rhinoviruses and another for influenza (Abraham and Colonno 1984). ICAM-1 is an intercellular adhesion molecule expressed on the cell surface of nasal epithelial cells, as well as cells of the lower respiratory tract. The N-terminal domain of ICAM-1 is recognized by receptors on certain rhinovirus capsids. Upon binding ICAM-1, the virus sheds its capsid and is transported into the cell where it initiates infection and an inflammatory response by the host. Influenza viruses exhibit a similar mechanism of infection: in humans, hemagglutinin (HA) on viral surfaces bind sialic acid attached to galactose (e.g. by an alpha 2,6 linkage (6'-sialyllactose) or by an alpha 2,3 linkage (3'-sialyllactose), etc.), on the host cell membrane of erythrocytes and cells of the upper respiratory tract. The receptor-binding SI subunit of coronavirus spike proteins contains two distinctive domains, the N-terminal domain (Sl-NTD) and the C-terminal domain (Sl-CTD), both of which can function as receptor-binding domains (RBDs). Sl-NTDs and Sl-CTDs from three major coronavirus genera recognize at least four protein receptors and three sugar receptors and demonstrate a complex receptor recognition pattern. For example, highly similar coronavirus Sl-CTDs within the same genus can recognize different receptors, whereas very different coronavirus Sl-CTDs from different genera can recognize the same receptor. Moreover, coronavirus Sl-NTDs can recognize either protein or sugar receptors.

[0081] The composition may also include odor-neutralizing compounds such as activated charcoal or sodium bicarbonate alone or in combination. Other odor-neutralizing compounds are contemplated for inclusion in the composition.

10082 i The present disclosure contemplates the use of any additional therapeutic agent suitable in the methods described herein (e.g., any type of antimicrobial/antiviral agent to treat respiratory disease, etc.). Suitable therapeutic agents include, but are not limited to, pharmaceutical drugs or compounds (i.e., small molecule drugs), therapeutic antibodies, therapeutic proteins or biologies (e.g., hormone therapies, etc.), and nucleic acid molecules (e.g., interfering RNA, siRNAs, etc.).

[0083] In some embodiments, the therapeutic agent may be an agent shown to have targeted or untargeted antimicrobial properties against infectious organisms. In some embodiments, the therapeutic agent is an existing market-approved pharmaceutical drug or other market-approved composition for treating infection using a conventional approach.

10084 j In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical compositions may further comprise an antibody or stimulate the antibody response to infection. For example, nasal secretions contain immunoglobulins offering antibody mediated defense and research indicates a majority is the secretory form of IgA (slgA). slgA antibodies prevent microbial attachment and the absorption of molecular antigens including potential allergens. Certain bacteria produce IgA proteases, by cleaving IgA, these enzymes may interfere with the barrier function of these antibodies. Research indicates that cleavage of IgA may result in atopic disease. Other antibodies most commonly found in nasal secretions and which may serve protective functions are IgG and IgM (Kirkeby et al 2000). By augmenting the amounts of these antibodies, the present disclosure may protect against undesirable irritants or pathogens.

1 085 i Therapeutic antibodies contemplated by the present disclosure may include any isotype (IgA, IgG, IgE, IgM, or IgD) of an anti-microbial or antiviral antibody or immune-active fragment or derivative thereof. Such fragments may include, for example, single-chain variable fragments (scFv), antigen-binding fragment (Fab), crystallizable fragment (Fc) modified to contain an antigen or epitope binding region, and domain antibodies. Derivatized versions of therapeutic antibodies may include, for example, diabodies, nanobodies, bispecific antibodies, and virtually any antibody-derived structure which contains or is engineered to contain an appropriate and effective antigen binding site.

[0086] The disclosure also contemplates that preventing or treating respiratory disease may be effected using a nucleic acid molecule that targets a specified "target gene" that has a role in infection. The effect of the nucleic acid molecule on the target gene may include gene silencing, mRNA destruction, or inhibited transcription, or the like, such that the level of expression and/or conversion of the target gene to an operable encoded polypeptide are substantially regulated (up or down) such that the infection is inhibited and/or destroyed by the agent. The term "target gene" refers to nucleic acid sequences (e.g., genomic DNAs or mRNAs, etc.) encoding a target protein, peptide, or polypeptide, or that encode for or are regulatory nucleic acids (e.g., a "target gene" for purpose of the instant disclosure can also be a miRNA or miRNA-encoding gene sequence, etc.) which have a role in infection. In certain embodiments, the term "target gene" is also meant to include isoforms, mutants, polymorphisms, and splice variants of target genes.

{0087] Methods for constructing therapeutic nucleic acids are well known in the art. For example, interfering RNA can be assembled from two separate oligonucleotides, where one strand is the sense strand and the other is the antisense strand, wherein the antisense and sense strands are self- complementary (i.e., each strand comprises a nucleotide sequence that is complementary to nucleotide sequence in the other strand; such as where the antisense strand and sense strand form a duplex or double stranded structure); the antisense strand comprises nucleotide sequence that is complementary to a nucleotide sequence in a target nucleic acid molecule or a portion thereof and the sense strand comprises nucleotide sequence corresponding to the target nucleic acid sequence or a portion thereof.

10088 j Alternatively, interfering RNA may be assembled from a single oligonucleotide, where the self- complementary sense and antisense regions are linked by means of nucleic acid based or non-nucleic acid-based linker(s). The interfering RNA may be a polynucleotide with a duplex, asymmetric duplex, hairpin or asymmetric hairpin secondary structure, having self- complementary sense and antisense regions, wherein the antisense region comprises a nucleotide sequence that is complementary to nucleotide sequence in a separate target nucleic acid molecule or a portion thereof and the sense region having nucleotide sequence corresponding to the target nucleic acid sequence or a portion thereof. The interfering RNA can be a circular single- stranded polynucleotide having two or more loop structures and a stem comprising self- complementary sense and antisense regions, wherein the antisense region comprises nucleotide sequence that is complementary to nucleotide sequence in a target nucleic acid molecule or a portion thereof and the sense region having nucleotide sequence corresponding to the target nucleic acid sequence or a portion thereof, and wherein the circular polynucleotide can be processed either in vivo or in vitro to generate an active siRNA molecule capable of mediating RNA interference.

1008 i Methods for administering/delivering therapeutic nucleic acids are well known in the art. For example, therapeutic nucleic acid molecules may be delivered in a delivery vehicle, such as a lipid vesicle or other polymer carrier material known in the art. Non-limiting examples of additional lipid- based carrier systems (which may be prepared with at least one modified cationic lipid of the disclosure) suitable for use in the present disclosure include lipoplexes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 20030203865; and Zhang et al, J. Control Release, 100: 165-180 (2004)), pH-sensitive lipoplexes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2002/0192275), reversibly masked lipoplexes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication Nos. 2003/0180950), cationic lipid-based compositions (see, e.g., U.S. Pat. No. 6,756,054; and U.S. Patent Publication No. 2005/0234232), cationic liposomes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication Nos. 2003/0229040, 2002/0160038, and 2002/0012998; U.S. Pat. No. 5,908,635; and PCT Publication No. WO 01/72283), anionic liposomes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2003/0026831), pH- sensitive liposomes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2002/0192274; and AU 2003/210303), antibody-coated liposomes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2003/0108597; and PCT Publication No. WO 00/50008), cell-type specific to liposomes (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2003/0198664), liposomes containing nucleic acid and peptides (see, e.g., U.S. Pat. No. 6,207,456), liposomes containing lipids derivatized with releasable hydrophilic polymers (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2003/0031704), lipid-entrapped nucleic acid (see, e.g., PCT Publication Nos. WO 03/057190 and WO 03/059322), lipid-encapsulated nucleic acid (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2003/0129221; and U.S. Pat. No. 5,756,122), other liposomal compositions (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication Nos. 2003/0035829 and 2003/0072794; and U.S. Pat. No. 6,200,599), stabilized mixtures of liposomes and emulsions (see, e.g., EP1304160), emulsion compositions (see, e.g., U.S. Pat. No. 6,747,014), and nucleic acid micro-emulsions (see, e.g., U.S. Patent Publication No. 2005/0037086).

{0090] If suitable, any of the agents of the disclosure, including pharmaceutical drugs, biologies, and therapeutic antibodies, may also be delivered via the above described carrier systems. All carrier systems may further be modified with a targeting moiety or the like in order to facilitate delivery of the composition to a site of infection in the respiratory airways.

[0091] In another aspect, the disclosure employs one or more immunotherapeutic agents that may further enhance the infection clearing effects imparted by the use of the targeted component, non- targeted anti-microbial and/or anti-inflammatory. For example, the immunotherapeutic agent may be delivered after the effects of the antimicrobial agent has set in, but the disclosure is not limited to this concept. The disclosure contemplates any administration regimen involving multiple agents so long as the therapeutic benefits attributable to each of the agents may occur. It is also contemplated within the scope of the disclosure that administration of the one or more immunotherapeutic agents may have immunostimulatory activity that provides prophylaxis against further recurrence of an infection. This immunostimulatory effect may be achieved when the agent is given intranasally, orally, or systemically.

1 0921 Those skilled in the art will appreciate that an immunotherapeutic agent is a treatment that aims to use an individual's own immune system to fight infection or disease. This may be accomplished by boosting the individual's own immune system or to provide supplemental pieces of an otherwise defective or deficient immune system.

{0093] Immunotherapy is a form of biological therapy that can be used in the present disclosure to supplement and/or enhance the effects of treating with the therapeutic agent. There are generally two recognized forms of immunotherapy, which are referred to as active immunotherapies and passive immunotherapies. Active immunotherapies stimulate the body's own immune system to fight a disease. Passive immunotherapies use immune system components, such as antibodies, prepared outside the body, to enhance the body's immune response level. Immunotherapies may also work by targeting certain types of cells or antigens (specific immunotherapies) or they may work by more generally stimulating the immune system (non-specific immunotherapies, or sometimes referred to as adjuvants). Some examples of immunotherapies contemplated by the disclosure include monoclonal antibody therapy, non- specific immunotherapies and adjuvants (substances which boost the immune response such as interleukin-2 and interferon-alpha), immunomodulating drugs (such as thalidomide and lenalidomide), and vaccines.

{0094] Accordingly, immunotherapeutic agents, which may also be referred to as "immunomodulators" may include, for example, interleukins (e.g., IL-2, IL-7, or IL-12, etc.), certain other cytokines (e.g., interferons, growth colony stimulating factor (G-CSF), imiquimod, etc.), chemokines, and other types of agents, which can include antigens, epitopes, antibodies, monoclonal antibodies, or even a delivery vehicle to deliver one or more of these compounds, and may even also include recombinant immune system cells. Such immunotherapeutic agents may include recombinant forms, synthetic forms, and natural preparations (see D'Alessandro, N. et al, Cancer Therapy: Differentiation, Immunomodulation and Angiogenesis, New York: Springer- Verlag, 1993 and Hegde et al, Immunotherapy 1 (2009): 691- 711).

[0095] In another embodiment, the immunotherapeutic agent takes advantage of the body's innate immune system and has the effect when introduced of triggering the innate immune response against the unwanted pathogens.

[0096] Introduction of the immunotherapeutic agents, may be achieved using any suitable approach, including by local or regional administration of the agent at, near, or within the respiratory infection. The agent may also be delivered, where suitable, via gene therapy. For example, the antibody-inducing antigen may be introduced by injecting or otherwise directly administering a genetic vector or otherwise nucleic acid molecule capable of expressing the desired antigen. The antigens themselves may also be directly administered into the target infected tissue.

[0097] In embodiments, the immunotherapeutic agent enhances the immunomodulatory effects of the therapeutic agent. In related embodiments, the immunotherapeutic agent further reduces the growth of the infection or further shrinks the infection.

[0098] The immunotherapeutic agent may be administered before, during, or after the therapeutic agent has been administered. In embodiments, the immunotherapeutic agent is administered before the first administration of the therapeutic agent. In embodiments, the immunotherapeutic agent is administered simultaneously with the first administration of the therapeutic agent. [0099] In any of the above aspects or embodiments, the therapeutic agent and the immunotherapeutic agent can be administered in a ratio of about 1 :2, 1 :4, 1 : 10, 1 :25, 1 :50, 1 : 100, 1 :200, or any ratio there between (weight ratio of therapeutic agent: immunotherapeutic agent).

{0100] In any of the above aspects or embodiments, the immunotherapeutic agent can be administered intranasally, orally, locally, regionally, or systemically (e.g. intravenously, etc.).

101 1 i The present disclosure is directed to an antimicrobial, antiviral, anti-fungal, odor- neutralizing topical application that simulates certain chemical properties of mucous, does not impair the health or integrity of the mucosal (e.g., oral, nasal, etc.) membranes, or adversely affect its beneficial microflora, and also serves as a filter to prevent airborne irritants and pathogens from penetrating the mucosal membranes and/or entering the lower respiratory tract. In so doing, the compositions herein prevent infection of the respiratory tract, while also preventing irritation and/or allergic reactions.

[0102] In addition, the compositions herein may be isotonic to upper respiratory epithelia and mucous membranes and contain compounds with health promoting properties. Beneficial microflora and certain properties of the upper respiratory membrane such as osmolarity and pH have been shown to affect the likelihood of infection. Several medications and health conditions have been identified that make people more susceptible to respiratory infection. For example, diabetics are likely to have dry nasal membranes and suffer from fungal sinusitis. Oral contraceptives, sleep apnea machines, and allergies are also known to make the nasal membranes drier and more susceptible to infection.

[0103] It will be appreciated that conventional means for delivering active agents are often severely limited by biological, chemical, and physical barriers. Typically, these barriers are imposed by the environment through which delivery occurs, the environment of the target for delivery, or the target itself. Biologically or chemically active agents are particularly vulnerable to such barriers. In the delivery to animals of biologically active or chemically active pharmacological and therapeutic agents, physical and chemical barriers are imposed by the body. Examples of physical bathers are the skin and various organ membranes that are traversed before reaching a target, and examples of chemical barriers include, but are not limited to, variations in pH, lipid bilayers, and degrading enzymes. The cellular membrane also represents an important barrier having a significant effect on the effectiveness of drug delivery.

| 1 4| The targeted component or any agent of the targeted component may be present in an amount from about 0.00000001% to 10% by weight of composition. More typically, one or more targeted components may be present in an amount from 0.0000001% to 0.1% by weight of the composition. More typically, one or more targeted components (e.g. , C5a peptidase inhibitor; anti-leukoproteinase, secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor, sialic acids (including but not limited to 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose), soluble ACE2, soluble DPP4, soluble APN, CD46, CAR, desmoglein 2, ganglioside la, heparin sulfate proteoglycan, coagulation factor X, dipalmytoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, Av integrins, SLPI, SCAR B2, PSGL-1, sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate, Anx2, ICAM-5, integrin ανβό, integrin ανβ3, ICAM-1, etc.) and combinations thereof may be present in an amount from 0.000001% to 0.01% by weight of the composition. For example, one or more targeted components (e.g. , may be present in an amount of about 0.00000001%, 0.0000001%, 0.000001%, 0.00001%, 0.0001%, 0.001%, 0.01%, 0.05%, 1%, 0.1%, 0.15%, 0.2%, 0.25%, 0.3%, 0.35%, 0.4%, 0.45%, 0.5%, 0.55%, 0.6%, 0.65%, 0.7%, 0.75%, 0.8%, 0.85%, 0.9%, 0.95%, 1.0%, 1.05%, 1.1%, 1.15%, 1.2%, 1.25%, 1.3%, 1.35%, 1.4%, 1.45%, 1.5%, 1.55%, 1.6%, 1.65%, 1.7%, 1.76%, 1.8%, 1.85%, 1.9%, 1.95%, 2.0%, 2.5%, 3.0%, 3.5%, 4.0%, 4.5%, 5.0%, 5.5%, 6.0%, 6.5%, 7.0%, 7.5%, 8.0%, 8.5%, 9.0%, 9.5%, and 10.0% by weight of composition. In some embodiments, one or more targeted components may be present from 0.2% to 1.0% by weight of composition. In some embodiments, one or more targeted components may be present from about 0.000005% to 0.05% by weight of the composition. In preferred embodiments, one or more targeted components may be present from about 0.00005% to 0.005% by weight of the composition.

|0105j The non-targeted antimicrobial may be present in an amount from about 0.00000001% to 10% by weight of composition. More typically, anti-microbial may be present in an amount from 0.0000001% to 0.1% by weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the non-targeted antimicrobial (e.g., one or more selected from mucins, lactoferrin (e.g. , apolactoferrin, etc.), lysozyme, SLPI, β-microseminoprotein, sPLA2, and/or statherin. In some embodiments, the non-targeted antimicrobial comprises plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extracts, rosemary extracts, myrhh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, a grapefruit seed extract, and combinations thereof, zinc peroxide (ZnC ), copper, and silver, zinc, zinc compounds, silver, silver compounds, copper, copper compounds, defensins (e.g., a and/or β defenins, etc.), histatins, cathelicidins, adrenomedullin, bacteriocidal/permeability increasing protein ("BPI") and BPI-like proteins such as parotid secretory protein ("PSP"), proteins of palate lung and nasal epithelial clone family ("PLUNC") including both short type and long type, amylase (e.g. , a-amylase, etc.), cystatins (e.g. , cystatin A, cystatin B, cystatin C, cystatin D, cystatin S, cystatin SA, cystatin SN, etc.), proline rich peptides, mucins (e.g., MUC7, MUC5b, etc.), peroxidases (e.g. , lactoperoxidase, myeloperoxidase, etc.), slatherin, and/or salivary agglutinin, etc.) may be present in an amount from 0.000001% to 0.01% by weight of the composition. For example, one or more targeted components (e.g., may be present in an amount of about 0.00000001%, 0.0000001%, 0.000001%, 0.00001%, 0.0001%, 0.001%, 0.01%, 0.05%, 1%, 0.1%, 0.15%, 0.2%, 0.25%, 0.3%, 0.35%, 0.4%, 0.45%, 0.5%, 0.55%, 0.6%, 0.65%, 0.7%, 0.75%, 0.8%, 0.85%, 0.9%, 0.95%, 1.0%, 1.05%, 1.1%, 1.15%, 1.2%, 1.25%, 1.3%, 1.35%, 1.4%, 1.45%, 1.5%, 1.55%, 1.6%, 1.65%, 1.7%, 1.76%, 1.8%, 1.85%, 1.9%, 1.95%, 2.0%, 2.5%, 3.0%, 3.5%, 4.0%, 4.5%, 5.0%, 5.5%, 6.0%, 6.5%, 7.0%, 7.5%, 8.0%, 8.5%, 9.0%, 9.5%, and 10.0% by weight of composition. In some embodiments, one or more targeted components may be present from 0.2% to 1.0% by weight of composition. In some embodiments the non-targeted anti-microbial may be present from about 0.000005% to 0.05% by weight of the composition. In preferred embodiments, the non-targeted antimicrobial may be present from about 0.00005% to 0.005% by weight of the composition.

|0106j The anti-inflammatory may be present in an amount from about 0.00000001% to 10% by weight of composition. More typically, anti-inflammatory may be present in an amount from 0.0000001% to 0.1% by weight of the composition. In some embodiments, the anti-inflammatory (e.g., one or more selected from ICAM inhibitors (e.g., CDl la, ezrin (EZR), CD18, glycyrrhetinic acid, pyrrolidinedithiocarbamate, etc.), NFKB inhibitors (e.g., (heterocyclic thiazole, lipoic acid, efalizumab, 4-[(4- Methylphenyl)thio]thieno[2,3-c]pyridine-2-carboxamide, silibinin, stilbenes, (+)- epigalloylcatechin-gallate [(+)-EGCG], etc.), TSLP inhibitors, IL-25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, II- 1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors (e.g., TNF-a inhibitors, TNF-β inhibitors, etc.), non steroidal antiinflammatory drugs (e.g., aspirin, etc.) may be present in an amount from 0.000001% to 0.01% by weight of the composition. For example, one or more targeted components (e.g., may be present in an amount of about 0.00000001%, 0.0000001%, 0.000001%, 0.00001%, 0.0001%, 0.001%, 0.01%, 0.05%, 1%, 0.1%, 0.15%, 0.2%, 0.25%, 0.3%, 0.35%, 0.4%, 0.45%, 0.5%, 0.55%, 0.6%, 0.65%, 0.7%, 0.75%, 0.8%, 0.85%, 0.9%, 0.95%, 1.0%, 1.05%, 1.1%, 1.15%, 1.2%, 1.25%, 1.3%, 1.35%, 1.4%, 1.45%, 1.5%, 1.55%, 1.6%, 1.65%, 1.7%, 1.76%, 1.8%, 1.85%, 1.9%, 1.95%, 2.0%, 2.5%, 3.0%, 3.5%, 4.0%, 4.5%, 5.0%, 5.5%, 6.0%, 6.5%, 7.0%, 7.5%, 8.0%, 8.5%, 9.0%, 9.5%, and 10.0% by weight of composition. In some embodiments, one or more targeted components may be present from 0.2% to 1.0% by weight of composition. In some embodiments the non-targeted anti-microbial may be present from about 0.000005% to 0.05% by weight of the composition. In preferred embodiments, the non- targeted anti-microbial may be present from about 0.00005% to 0.005% by weight of the composition. [0107] Prepared compounds are purified using conventional methods to obtain compounds free of impurities. Prepared compounds are >75%, >80%, >85%, >90%, >95%, >96%, >97%, >98%, >99%, >99.5% pure. Optionally, preferred compounds are >99% pure.

{0108] Several possible sources of the aforementioned biological compounds (e.g., peptides, macromolecules, etc.) exist such as human or bovine exocrine secretions. However, these may be in limited supply and pose safety risks. Recombinant bio-manufacturing is another possible source of the compounds. Bio- manufacturing can utilize genetically engineered microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, animal cells, yeast, or plants (including algae). Expression in mammalian cell lines, bacteria, and yeast is often costly. One of the reasons for this is the need for purification. Algae offer several advantages to other methods in that very high levels of purification are often not required. It is estimated that protein production in plants can be as much as four orders of magnitude less expensive than production in mammalian cell culture on a per gram of unpurified protein basis. In addition, plant material such as algae is for the most part "Generally Regarded as Safe" as are their genetically modified counterparts. Commercial scale production seems feasible since recombinant algal bioreactors for several classically expensive biological molecules has proven promising (see Rasala et al., Plant Biotech. 2010).

[0109] Algae or other plants are the preferred expression system of the recited proteins because recombinantly engineered algae or other plants are far more economical to grow and harvest than mammalian cells or bacteria. Algae are grown for use as nutritional supplements themselves and are also used to bioengineer certain nutritional compounds for commercial production such as omega-3 fatty acids and carotenoids (Gimpel JA, Henriquez V, and Mayfield SP Frontiers in Microbiology 2015). Most metabolic engineering strategies have been geared towards enhancing commercial production of these compounds and also for using algae as biofuels. Advantageously, algae may be optimized to produce a range of different metabolites that have certain characteristics in an efficient manner.

[0110] Transgenic algae have been shown to support recombinant protein expression from both the chloroplast and nuclear genomes (Rasal BA et al., Plant Biotechnology J 2010). Originally, only the nuclear genomes were used but the development of techniques required to express recombinant proteins in the chloroplast genome add versatility to the platform and make it possible to either express proteins that cannot be expressed in the nuclear genome or to express the proteins more efficiently. The majority of recombinant proteins produced today are produced mainly in bacteria, yeast (S. cervisiae), or mammalian cell culture. Other systems under development for large scale production include the yeast P. pastoris, insect cells, and other animals and plants. Any viable plant or animal expression system may be used but first, those which are likely to be the most cost-efficient such as those recombinant expression systems that will not require a high degree of purification will be investigated and sought out. This will make it possible for the embodiment to be sold over the counter without the need for clinical trials. If needed, other recombinant expression systems are used that may require higher degrees of purification.

1 1111 Novel methods and compositions for enhancing the filtering capabilities of the respiratory membranes and protecting against airborne pathogens are described herein. The delivery methods of the present disclosure maximize exposure of the airway to antimicrobial/antiviral compositions for protection against airborne pathogens.

[01 12] In any of the above aspects or embodiments, the method may reduce the growth of a respiratory infection, shrink the infection, or eradicate the infection. In related embodiments, the infection shrinks by 5%, 10%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 85%, 90%, 95%, or 99% or more as compared to its original size.

[Ol j Methods for prophylaxis and/or treatment of various viral infections are provided. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of human rhinovirus infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has human rhinovirus in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of influenza infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has influenza in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of parainfluenza infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has parainfluenza in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of enterovirus infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has enterovirus in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of adenovirus infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has adenovirus in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of coronavirus infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has coronavirus in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of coxsackievirus infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has coxsackievirus in contact therewith. In some embodiments, the method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of Streptococcal pyogenes infection comprises applying any of the composition described herein to the nasal and/or oral mucosa of an individual in need thereof. In some embodiments, the nasal and/or oral mucosa of individuals in need thereof has Streptococcal pyogenes in contact therewith.

j (il l 41 In one aspect, the invention provides for a method of prophylaxis or treatment of respiratory infection in subjects suffering from or at risk of suffering from respiratory infection comprising: determining a subject is suffering from or at risk of suffering from a respiratory infection; and administering a composition according to the invention comprising one or more antimicrobial or antiviral compounds and a base mixture comprising one or more ingredients selected from the group consisting of a carrier, an emollient, an occlusive, a humectant, an emulsifier, and an essential oil. In one embodiment, the one or more antimicrobial or antiviral compounds comprise IgA, IgG, and/or IgM. In one embodiment, the one or more antimicrobial or antiviral compounds comprise zinc peroxide (ZnC ), copper, and/or silver. The compositions may be administered by any suitable route, including orally, topically, nasally, and combinations thereof. In an embodiment, the composition is administered to nasal membranes. In an embodiments, the composition is administered to oral membranes. In an embodiment, the composition is administered using a device selected from the group consisting of an atomizer, an inhaler, a nebulizer, a spray bottle, and a spray pump. The composition may include a propellant or may be free of propellants.

[0115] In any of the above aspects or embodiments, the methods may involve administering the pharmaceutical composition multiple times per day. In yet further related embodiments, the methods may involve administering the pharmaceutical composition on a first day and repeating the administration on one or more subsequent days. In yet further related embodiments, the first day and one or more subsequent days are separated by between 1 day and about 3 weeks. In related embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is coadministered with another therapeutic regimen. It is further contemplated within the scope of the disclosure that the pharmaceutical composition may be administered over the course of one or more cycles.

[0116] In some embodiments, each active component {e.g., the targeted component, non-targeted antimicrobial, and/or anti-inflammatory) of the pharmaceutical composition may be coadministered with one another to achieve the therapeutic effect. The order or sequence of administering the different agents of the disclosure, e.g., antibiotics, antivirals, antifungals, or immunotherapeutic agents, may vary and is not confined to any particular sequence of administration. Co-administering may also refer to the situation where two or more agents are administered to different regions of the body or via different delivery schemes, e.g., where a first agent is administered intranasally and a second agent is administered systemically, or vice versa. Co-administering may also refer to two or more agents administered via the same delivery scheme, e.g., where a first agent is administered intranasally and a second agent is administered intranasally or where a first agent is administered orally and a second agent is administered orally or where a first agent is administered intranasally and a second agent is administered orally. In some embodiments, two or more agents may be coupled together to form a covalent or otherwise stable association between the two or more agents. For example, an anti-viral agent may be coupled with an anti-inflammatory agent via a covalent bond, a covalently tethered linker moiety, or non-covalently through ionic interactions or hydrogen bonding. One or more agents that are coupled together retain substantially their same independent functions and characteristics. For example, the therapeutic agent when coupled to another agent may retain its same activity as if it were independent.

[0117] The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions can be formulated and employed in combination therapies, that is, the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions can be formulated with or administered concurrently with, prior to, or subsequent to, one or more other desired therapeutics or medical procedures. The particular combination of therapies (therapeutics or procedures) to employ in a combination regimen will take into account compatibility of the desired therapeutics and/or procedures and the desired therapeutic effect to be achieved. It will also be appreciated that the therapies employed may achieve a desired effect for the same disorder, or they may achieve different effects {e.g., control of any adverse effects).

[01183 The antimicrobial agent can be any agent well known in the art, including, but not limited to, those described herein.

[0119] The present disclosure contemplates treating a broad range of respiratory diseases, including infections of all types, locations, sizes, and characteristics. For example, the methods of the disclosure are suitable for treating, for example, sinusitis, influenza, rhinovirus (the common cold), coronavirus, adenovirus, enterovirus, coxsackievirus or infection caused by Streptococcus pyogenes.

[0120] In other embodiments, virtually any type of respiratory-related infection may be treated by the present disclosure including, but not limited to, the following respiratory infections: tonsillitis, pharyngitis, laryngitis, sinusitis, otitis media, certain types of influenza, bronchitis, pneumonia, and the common cold.

10121 j In some embodiments, the inventive compositions are contemplated to be useful in the prophylaxis or treatment of viral infection from any rhinovirus or enterovirus. The compositions of the invention are also contemplated to be suitable for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection from any serotype of human influenza virus, including without limitation, those of the genera Influenzavirus A, Influenzavirus B, and Influenzavirus B, including the species influenza A virus (including, without limitation, serotypes H1N1, H2N2, H3N2, H5N1, H7N7, H1N2, H9N2, H7N2, H7N3, H10N7, and H7N9 to name a few), influenza B virus, and influenza C virus. The compositions of the invention are also contemplated to be suitable for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection from any virion species of enterovirus, including without limitation, those of the genera Enterovirus A (e.g., coxsackievirus serotypes CV-A2, CV-A3, CV-A4, CV-A5, CV-A6, CV-A7, CV-A8, CV-A10, CV-A12, CV-A14, CV- A16, enterovirus serotypes EV-A71, EV-A76, EV-A89, EV-A90, EV-A91, EV-A92, EV-A114, EV- A119, SV19, SV43, SV46 & BA13 etc.), Enterovirus B (e.g., coxsackievirus serotypes CV-B1, CV-B2, CV-B3, CV-B4, CV-B5, CV-B6, CV-A9, enterovirus serotypes EV-B69, EV-B73, EV-B74, EV-B75, EV-B77, EV-B78, EV-B79, EV-B80, EV-B81, EV-B82, EV-B83, EV-B84, EV-B85, EV-B86, EV-B87, EV-B88, EV-B93, EV-B97, EV-B98, EV-B100, EV-B101, EV-B106, EV-B107, EV-B110, SA5 etc.), Enterovirus C (e.g., coxsackievirus serotypes CV-A1, CV-A11, CV-A13, CV-A17, CV-A19, CV-A20, CV-A21, CV-A22, CV-A24, enterovirus serotypes EV-C95, EV-C96, EV-C99, EV-C102, EV-C104, EV-C105, EV-C109, EV-C116, EV-C117, EV-C118 etc.), Enterovirus D (e.g., enterovirus serotypes EV-D68, EV-D70, EV-D94, EV-D111, EV-D120, etc.), Enterovirus E, Enterovirus F, Enterovirus G, Enterovirus H (e.g., enterovirus serotype EV-H1, etc.), and Enterovirus J (e.g., enterovirus serotypes SV6, EV-J103, EV-J108, EV-J112, EV-J115, EV-J121, etc.), including serotype. In some embodiments, the compositions of the invention are also contemplated to be suitable for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection from any virion species of coronavirus, including without limitation, the species Human coronavirus HKUl, Human coronavirus OC43, Human coronavirus 229E, MERS-CoV, SARS-CoV, Pipistrellus bat coronavirus HKU5, Tylonycteris bat coronavirus HKU4, Rousettus bat coronavirus HKU9, Bat SL-CoV-WIVl, Londonl novel CoV/2012, or HCoV-EMC/2012. In some embodiments, the compositions of the invention are also contemplated to be suitable for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection from any virion species of adenovirus, including HAdV-1 to HAdV-5. In some embodiments, the inventive compositions are contemplated to be useful in the prophylaxis or treatment of viral infection from any sialic acid-binding virus, including influenza virus, enterovirus, adenovirus and/or rotavirus. When sprayed into the nasal cavity and/or mouth, the compositions of the invention form a deposit on the mucosa, ideally having a long residence time (e.g. , at least 1 minute, at least 5 minutes, at least 10 minutes, at least 15 minutes, at least 20 minutes, at least 25 minutes, at least 30 minutes, etc.) on the mucosa, but desirably do not cause excessive drying or irritation of the mucosa. Preferred compositions according to the invention are applied to the nasal and/or oral mucosa for prophylaxis or treatment of human rhinovirus, human influenza virus infection, enterovirus, adenovirus, coronavirus, coxsackievirus, infections from Streptococcus pyogenes, or combinations thereof.

[0122] The present disclosure may generally treat and/or prevent all forms of the above infections. For example, the method of the disclosure advantageously may treat or prevent infections arising in any part of the respiratory tract including, but not limited to, the upper respiratory tract (nose, sinuses, larynx and pharynx) and the lower respiratory tract (trachea, primary bronchi, bronchial tubes, bronchioles, and lungs).

[0123] Reduction of infection means a measurable decrease in growth of the infection. For example, and without limitation, the infection may be reduced by at least about a factor of 10 (for example 100, 1000-fold or more) or by decrease of at least about 10% (for example at least about 20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 95, 99 or 100%) as compared to the growth measured over time prior to treatment as defined herein. The reduction in infection according to the invention is ideally of a statistically significant degree as compared to otherwise identical infected tissues in the absence of the active ingredients contained the composition of the invention.

[0124) Full eradication of the infection may also be achieved through methods of the disclosure. Eradication refers elimination of the infection and infectious organisms. The infection is considered to be eliminated when it is no longer detectable using detection methods known in the art.

[0125) The amount of the pharmaceutical composition of the disclosure that will be effective in the treatment or prevention of a respiratory infection or allergy may depend on the nature of the pathogen and can be determined by standard clinical techniques, including blood tests and/or imaging techniques. In addition, in vitro assays may optionally be employed to help identify optimal dosage ranges. The precise dose to be employed in the formulation may also depend on the route of administration, and the seriousness of the infection, and should be decided according to the judgment of the practitioner and each patient's circumstances. Effective doses may be extrapolated from dose-response curves derived from in vitro or animal model test systems. [0126] The therapeutic agents, immunotherapeutic agents, or compositions containing these agents are administered in a manner compatible with the dosage formulation, and in such amount as may be therapeutically affective, protective and immunogenic.

{0127] The agents and/or compositions may be administered through different routes, including, but not limited to, nasal, aerosol, topical, buccal and sublingual, oral, intradermal, subcutaneous, and parenteral. The term parenteral as used herein includes, for example, intraocular, subcutaneous, intraperitoneal, intracutaneous, intravenous, intramuscular, intraarticular, intraarterial, intrasynovial, intrastemal, intrathecal, intralesional, and intracranial injection, or other infusion techniques.

(0128] In preferred embodiments, administration of the therapeutic agents is delivered locally or regionally (e.g., intranasally, orally, etc.). In some embodiments, a device is used to deliver the antimicrobial composition to the respiratory tract. The composition may be delivered through use of an inhaler, atomizer, nebulizer, nasal spray bottle, nasal spray pump, ventilator, compressed air tank, aerosolizer, and nasal cannula. The composition can be delivered through insufflation, inhalation, oral ingestion, sublingual, and any combination thereof.

[0129] At present the oral or nasal spray or aerosol route (e.g., by inhalation) is most commonly used to deliver therapeutic agents directly to the lungs and respiratory system. However, the invention encompasses the delivery of the inventive pharmaceutical composition by any appropriate route taking into consideration likely advances in the sciences of drug delivery. In some embodiments, preparations for inhaled or aerosol delivery comprise a plurality of particles. In some embodiments, such preparations have a mean particle size of 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, or 13 microns. In some embodiments, preparations for inhaled or aerosol delivery are formulated as a dry powder. In some embodiments, preparations for inhaled or aerosol delivery are formulated as a wet powder, for example through inclusion of a wetting agent, in some embodiments, the wetting agent is selected from the group consisting of water, saline, or other liquid of physiological pH.

[Θ13θ]1η some embodiments, inventive compositions are administered as drops to the nasal or buccal cavity. In some embodiments, a dose may comprise a plurality of drops (e.g., 1-100, 1-50, 1-20, 1-10, 1-5, etc.).

[0131] In a further embodiment, the present invention relates to kit comprising a stable fixed dose, aqueous pharmaceutical composition of the present invention contained in a container for nasal and/or oral administration and a package insert containing instructions about the use of said pharmaceutical composition. In one preferred embodiment, the container is part of a sprayer which has an actuator. When the actuator is actuated, the composition is delivered in the form of a spray. In a further embodiment, the pharmaceutical composition is contained in a sprayer, and has, on deliver a spray of the composition to a human nose, a spray pattern having a longest axis of 15-75 mm, a shortest axis of 10- 65 mm, and an ellipticity of 1-2. In the context of present invention, the pharmaceutical composition when delivered as a nasal and/or oral spray using a sprayer yields a specific spray pattern and spray droplet size. The spray pattern can be determined by various known techniques such as with an ADSA with NSPUA set up (Innova System) and the spray droplet size distribution can be determined by various known techniques such as with a Malvern Spraytec with NSPUA set up (Innova System). The following describes a typical procedure for characterizing droplet size distribution of the spray—The sprayer is loaded with a composition as described above and primed by an actuating pump via an actuator until a fine mist appears out of the nozzle of the sprayer. A commercially available laser diffraction instrument is arranged so that the nozzle is about 3 cm or 6 cm below the laser beam of the laser diffraction instrument. The pump is actuated with a conventional mechanical actuator using a constant force. The resulting spray of the composition crosses the laser beam. Data are collected for Dio, D50, D90, SPAN, and % Volume < 10 μιτι. The average values for each of these parameters for three sprays are calculated.

The aqueous nasal spray suspension can be administered as a drop or any other form suitable for topical administration. The composition may also be administered using a nasal tampon or a nasal sponge.

{0132] In a preferred embodiment, the aqueous suspension is provided in the form of nasal spray wherein the suspension is administered in a single unit-dose container or multi-dose container. Suitable single unit-dose containers or multi-dose containers include, but are not limited to, glass, aluminum, polypropylene or high density polyethylene, for example, high density polyethylene containers produced using a blow-fill-seal manufacturing technique.

f 133] In certain additional embodiments, the invention provides a multi dosage composition of matter, comprising: (a) a multi-unit dosage of a pharmaceutical composition of the present invention; and (b) a container comprising: (i) a squeezable chamber holding the multi dosage of the composition and having an opening wherein the dosage exits the opening when the squeezable chamber is squeezed; and (ii) a closure mechanism removably attached to the opening of the squeezable chamber. In certain embodiments, the multi dosage container is made of a moldable polymer. In such embodiments, suitable polymers include, but are not limited to, polyethylene, polypropylene (PP), polystyrene (PS), nylon (Ny), polyvinyl chloride (PVC), polyethylene terephthalate (PET), polycarbonate (PC), poly oxy methylene (POM), polysulfon (PSF), polyethersulfon (PES), polyacrylate (PAR), and polyamid (PA). In certain embodiments, polymers include polyethylene, particularly medium-density polyethylene (MDPE) (or branched polyethylene) or high density polyethylene (HDPE) (or linear, polyethylene). In one embodiment, the multi dose container is made of high density polyethylene (HDPE).

{0134] In preferred embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition is administered orally, and more particularly, as an oral spray. A sweetener and flavor enhancers may also be included in the oral spray composition. Sweeteners may include fructose, dextrose, sucrose or the like. Non-artificial sweeteners work best with a preferred embodiment including fructose in an amount of about 8 to 15 weight percent of the oral spray composition, and preferably at about 10 weight percent of the oral composition. A variety of flavorings may be used, preferably in the form of a stable extract. Alcohol containing forms of flavorings are not preferred. One preferred embodiment of the oral spray composition includes a flavor enhancer, such as peppermint, for example, in an amount of about 0.5 to 2.0 weight percent of the oral spray composition, and preferably at about 1 weight percent of the oral composition.

[0135] In accordance with another aspect of the present invention, a preservative may be added to the oral composition to facilitate stability of the various ingredients. Any suitable preservative may be used in accordance with the present invention such as, for example, benzalkonium chloride, benzyl alcohol, and disodium EDTA. Preferably, the preservative includes a 50% solution of benzalkonium chloride admixed into the oral composition at a concentration of about 0.01 to 0.02 percent by weight, and preferably about 0.015 percent by weight.

[0136] The composition of the present invention is preferably delivered to the oral cavity through the mouth by way of a fine spray mist. The method includes the steps of obtaining an oral composition in accordance with the present invention for delivery into the oral cavity. The method further includes the step of applying the oral composition to the oral cavity with a spray applicator. Practitioners will appreciate that any suitable applicator may be used. In accordance with a preferred embodiment, the applicator is available from Pfeiffer of America, 12 Roszel Road, Suite C-104, Princeton, N.J. 08540 as Item #63922. This applicator is configured to hold about 120 metered 0.25 ml doses, of the composition.

|01 7j The composition may be delivered to an individual in any suitable dosage. In accordance with one embodiment of the invention, the oral spray applicator is configured to supply a unit dose of about 0.25 rriLs of composition to the individual each time a pump associated with the spray applicator is activated (0.25 mLs/spray). Preferably, the composition is delivered by applying about 4 sprays in the mouth approximately every 3 hours during waking hours until the infection symptoms have subsided. [0138] Other means for delivering the nasal and/or oral spray, such as inhalation via a metered dose inhaler (MDI), may also be used. Several types of MDIs are regularly used for administration by inhalation. These types of devices can include breath-actuated MDIs, spacer/holding chambers in combination with MDIs, and nebulizers. The term "MDI" as used herein refers to an inhalation delivery system comprising, for example, a canister containing a mixture of an active agent and a propellant optionally with one or more excipients, a metered dose valve, an actuator, and a mouthpiece. The canister is may be filled with a suspension of an active agent, such as the nasal spray composition, and a propellant, such as one or more hydrofluoroalkanes [e.g. 1,1,1,2-tetrafluoroethane (HFA-134a) and 1,1,1,2,3,3,3-heptafluoropropane (HFA-227)], chlorofluorocarbons, and alcohols such as ethanol, isopropanol, butanol, propanol or mixtures thereof. However, typically, the composition is free of propellants. When the actuator is depressed a metered dose of the suspension is aerosolized for inhalation. Particles comprising the active agent are propelled towards the mouthpiece where they may then be inhaled by a subject.

[0139] In embodiments, the agents and/or compositions formulated according to the present disclosure are formulated and delivered in a manner to evoke a systemic immune response. Thus, in some embodiments, the formulations are prepared by uniformly and intimately bringing into association the active ingredient with liquid carriers. Formulations suitable for administration include aqueous and nonaqueous sterile solutions, which may contain anti- oxidants, buffers, bacteriostats and solutes which render the formulation isotonic with the blood of the intended recipient, and aqueous and non-aqueous sterile suspensions which may include suspending agents and thickening agents. The formulations may be presented in unit-dose or multi-dose containers, for example, sealed ampoules and vials, and may be stored in a freeze- dried (lyophilized) condition requiring only the addition of the sterile liquid carrier, for example, water, immediately prior to use. Extemporaneous solutions and suspensions may be prepared from sterile powders, granules and tablets commonly used by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[0140] The agents and/or compositions may be administered in different forms, including, but not limited to, gases, solutions, emulsions and suspensions, gels, foams, sprays, mists, lotions, microspheres, particles, microparticles, nanoparticles, liposomes, and the like.

[0141] The agents and/or compositions are administered in a manner compatible with the dosage formulation, and in such amount as may be therapeutically effective, immunogenic and protective. The quantity to be administered depends on the subject to be treated, including, for example, the size of the infection and the capacity of the individual's immune system to synthesize antibodies and/or to produce a cell-mediated immune response. Precise amounts of active ingredients required to be administered depend on the judgment of the practitioner. However, suitable dosage ranges are readily determinable by one skilled in the art and may be of the order of micrograms to milligrams of the active ingredient(s) per dose. The dosage may also depend on the route of administration and may vary according to the size of the host.

[0142] The agents and/or compositions should be administered to a subject in an amount effective to stimulate a protective immune response in the subject. Specific dosage and treatment regimens for any particular subject may depend upon a variety of factors, including the activity of the specific compound employed, the age, body weight, general health status, sex, diet, time of administration, rate of excretion, drug combination, the severity and course of the infection, condition or symptoms, the subject's disposition to the disease, condition or symptoms, method of administration, and the judgment of the treating physician. Actual dosages can be readily determined by one of ordinary skill in the art.

J 0143] Exemplary unit dosage formulations are those containing a dose or unit, or an appropriate fraction thereof, of the administered ingredient. It should be understood that in addition to the ingredients mentioned herein, the formulations of the present disclosure may include other agents commonly used by one of ordinary skill in the art.

[01 4] In general, a therapeutically effective amount of the present compounds in dosage form usually ranges from slightly less than about 0.025 mg/kg/day to about 2.5 g/kg/day, preferably about 0.1 mg/kg/day to about 100 mg/kg/day of the patient or considerably more, depending upon the compound used, the condition or infection treated and the route of administration, although exceptions to this dosage range may be contemplated by the present disclosure. In an exemplary embodiment, antimicrobial/antiviral compositions according to the present disclosure may be administered intranasally in amounts ranging from about 0.5 mg/mL of dosing solution to about 50 mg/mL. In another exemplary embodiment, antimicrobial compositions according to the present disclosure may be administered intranasally in amounts ranging from about 10 mg/mL to about 30 mg/mL. The dosage of the antimicrobial composition(s) may depend on the type of infection being treated, the particular compound used, the therapeutic agent, and other clinical factors and conditions of the patient. It is to be understood that the present disclosure has application for both human and veterinary use.

[Θ145] The agents and/or compositions may be administered in one or more doses as required to achieve the desired effect. Thus, the agents and/or compositions may be administered in 1, 2, to 3, 4, 5, or more doses. Further, the doses may be separated by any period of time, for example hours, days, weeks, months, and years. [0146] The agents and/or compositions may be formulated as liquids or dry powders, or in the form of microspheres.

|0147j The agents and/or compositions may be stored at temperatures of from about -100° C to about 25° C. depending on the duration of storage. The agents and/or compositions may also be stored in a lyophilized state at different temperatures including room temperature. The agents and/or compositions may be sterilized through conventional means known to one of ordinary skill in the art. Such means include, but are not limited to, filtration.

[0148] The amount of active ingredient that may be combined with carrier materials to produce a single dosage form may vary depending upon the host treated and the particular mode of administration. In embodiments, a preparation may contain from about 0.1% to about 95% active compound (w/w), from about 20% to about 80% active compound, or from any percentage there between.

[0149] In addition, sterile, fixed oils are conventionally employed as a solvent or suspending medium. For this purpose, any bland fixed oil may be employed including synthetic mono- or to diglycerides. Fatty acids, such as oleic acid and its glyceride derivatives are useful in the preparation of injectables, as are natural pharmaceutically-acceptable oils, such as olive oil or castor oil, especially in their polyoxyethylated versions. These oil solutions or suspensions may also contain a long-chain alcohol diluent or dispersant, or carboxymethyl cellulose or similar dispersing agents which are commonly used in the formulation of pharmaceutically acceptable dosage forms such as emulsions and or suspensions.

[0150] Other commonly used surfactants such as TWEEN® or SPAN® and/or other similar emulsifying agents or bioavailability enhancers which are commonly used in the manufacture of pharmaceutically acceptable solid, liquid, or other dosage forms may also be used for the purposes of formulation.

J0151] In some embodiments, the pharmaceutical composition may be administered locally as an immediate release or controlled release composition, for example by controlled dissolution and/or the diffusion of the active substance. Dissolution or diffusion controlled release can be achieved by incorporating the active substance into an appropriate matrix. A controlled release matrix may include one or more of shellac, beeswax, glycowax, castor wax, carnauba wax, stearyl alcohol, glyceryl monostearate, glyceryl distearate, glycerol palmitostearate, ethylcellulose, acrylic resins, dl-polylactic acid, cellulose acetate butyrate, polyvinyl chloride, polyvinyl acetate, vinyl pyrrolidone, polyethylene, polymethacrylate, methylmethacrylate, 2-hydroxymethacrylate, methacrylate hydrogels, 1,3 butylene glycol, ethylene glycol methacrylate, and/or polyethylene glycols. In a controlled release matrix formulation, the matrix material may also include, e.g., hydrated metylcellulose, carnauba wax and stearyl alcohol, carbopol 934, silicone, glyceryl tristearate, methyl acrylate-methyl methacrylate, polyvinyl chloride, polyethylene, and/or halogenated fluorocarbon.

{0152] In related embodiments, the controlled release matrix is a hydrogel. A hydrogel is a three- dimensional, hydrophilic or amphiphilic polymeric network capable of taking up large quantities of water. The networks are composed of homopolymers or copolymers, which are insoluble due to the presence of covalent chemical or physical (e.g., ionic, hydrophobic interactions, entanglements, etc.) crosslinks. The crosslinks provide the network structure and physical integrity. Hydrogels exhibit a thermodynamic compatibility with water that allows them to swell in aqueous media. The chains of the network are connected in such a fashion that pores exist and that a substantial fraction of these pores are of dimensions between 1 nm and 1000 nm.

[0153] The hydrogels can be prepared by crosslinking hydrophilic biopolymers or synthetic polymers. Examples of the hydrogels formed from physical or chemical crosslinking of hydrophilic biopolymers, include but are not limited to, hyaluronans, chitosans, alginates, collagen, dextran, pectin, carrageenan, polylysine, gelatin, agarose, (meth)acrylate-oligolactide- PEO-oligolactide-(meth)acrylate, poly(ethylene glycol) (PEO), poly(propylene glycol) (PPO), PEO-PPO-PEO copolymers (Pluronics), poly(phosphazene), poly(methacrylates), poly(N- vinylpyrrolidone), PL(G)A-PEO-PL(G)A copolymers, poly(ethylene imine), and the like. See Hennink and van Nostrum, Adv. Drug Del. Rev. 54: 13-36 (2002); Hoffman, Adv. Drug Del. Rev. 43 :3-12 (2002); Cadee et al, J Control. Release 78: 1- 13 (2002); Sunm et al, J. Control. Release 90:291-301 (2003); and U.S. Pat. No. 7,968,085, each of which is incorporated by reference in its entirety. These materials consist of high-molecular weight backbone chains made of linear or branched polysaccharides or polypeptides.

[0154) In embodiments, the agents and/or compositions can be delivered in an exosomal delivery system. Exosomes are small membrane vesicles that are released into the extracellular environment during fusion of multivesicular bodies with plasma membrane. Exosomes are secreted by various cell types including hematopoietic cells, normal epithelial cells and even some tumor cells. Exosomes are known to carry MHC class I, various costimulatory molecules and some tetraspanins. Recent studies have shown the potential of using native exosomes as immunologic stimulants.

[0155) Also contemplated by the disclosure is delivery of the agents and/or compositions using nanoparticles. For example, the agents and/or compositions provided herein can contain nanoparticles having at least one or more agents linked thereto, e.g., linked to the surface of the nanoparticle. A composition typically includes many nanoparticles with each nanoparticle having at least one or more agents linked thereto. Nanoparticles can be colloidal metals. A colloidal metal includes any water- insoluble metal particle or metallic compound dispersed in liquid water. Typically, a colloid metal is a suspension of metal particles in aqueous solution. Any metal that can be made in colloidal form can be used, including gold, silver, copper, nickel, aluminum, zinc, calcium, platinum, palladium, and iron. In some cases, gold nanoparticles are used, e.g., prepared from HAuCk Nanoparticles can be any shape and can range in size from about 1 nm to about 10 nm in size, e.g., about 2 nm to about 8 nm, about 4 to about 6 nm, or about 5 nm in size. Methods for making colloidal metal nanoparticles, including gold colloidal nanoparticles from HAuCU, are known to those having ordinary skill in the art. For example, the methods described herein as well as those described elsewhere {e.g., US Pat. Publication Nos. 2001/005581 ; 2003/0118657; and 2003/0053983, which are hereby incorporated by reference) are useful guidance to make nanoparticles.

|0156j In certain cases, a nanoparticle can have two, three, four, five, six, or more active agents linked to its surface. Typically, many molecules of active agents are linked to the surface of the nanoparticle at many locations. Accordingly, when a nanoparticle is described as having, for example, two active agents linked to it, the nanoparticle has two active agents, each having its own unique molecular structure, linked to its surface. In some cases, one molecule of an active agent can be linked to the nanoparticle via a single attachment site or via multiple attachment sites. An active agent can be linked directly or indirectly to a nanoparticle surface. For example, the active agent can be linked directly to the surface of a nanoparticle or indirectly through an intervening linker.

[0157] Any type of molecule can be used as a linker. For example, a linker can be an aliphatic chain including at least two carbon atoms {e.g., 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 or more carbon atoms), and can be substituted with one or more functional groups including ketone, ether, ester, amide, alcohol, amine, urea, thiourea, sulfoxide, sulfone, sulfonamide, and disulfide to functionalities. In cases where the nanoparticle includes gold, a linker can be any thiol-containing molecule. Reaction of a thiol group with the gold results in a covalent sulfide (— S— ) bond. Linker design and synthesis are well known in the art.

[0158] In embodiments, the nanoparticle is linked to a targeting agent/moiety. A targeting functionality can allow nanoparticles to accumulate at the target {e.g. nasal membrane) at higher concentrations than in other tissues. In general, a targeting molecule can be one member of a binding pair that exhibits affinity and specificity for a second member of a binding pair. For example, an antibody or antibody fragment therapeutic agent can target a nanoparticle to a particular region or molecule of the body {e.g., the region or molecule for which the antibody is specific) while also performing a therapeutic function. In some cases, a receptor or receptor fragment can target a nanoparticle to a particular region of the body, e.g. , the location of its binding pair member. Other therapeutic agents such as small molecules can similarly target a nanoparticle to a receptor, protein, or other binding site having affinity for the therapeutic agent.

[0159] When the compositions of this disclosure comprise one or more additional therapeutic or prophylactic agents, the therapeutic/enhancing/immunotherapy agent and the additional agent should be present at dosage levels of between about 0.1 to 100%, or between about 5 to 95% of the dosage normally administered in a monotherapy regimen. The additional agents may be administered separately, as part of a multiple dose regimen, from the agents of this disclosure. Alternatively, those additional agents may be part of a single dosage form, mixed together with the agents of this disclosure in a single composition.

| 16 | The administration of the agents and/or compositions of the disclosure elicits an immune response against a pathogen. Typically, the dose can be adjusted within this range based on, e.g., the subject's age, the subject's health and physical condition, the capacity of the subject's immune system to produce an immune response, the subject's body weight, the subject's sex, diet, time of administration, the degree of protection desired, and other clinical factors. Those in the art can also readily address parameters such as biological half-life, bioavailability, route of administration, and toxicity when formulating the agents and/or compositions of the disclosure.

[01613 The following examples further demonstrate several embodiments of this disclosure. While the examples illustrate the disclosure, they are not intended to limit it.

SPECIFIC EMBODIMENTS

[0162) Embodiment 1. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:

[0163] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

[0164) (2) a non-targeted anti-microbial; and

[0165] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

[0166) Embodiment 2. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes. [0167] Embodiment 3. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said non- targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

{0168] Embodiment 4. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said non- targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

| 169| Embodiment 6. The pharmaceutical composition according to any one of embodiments 1-5, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

[0170] Embodiment 7. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 6, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

|0171 i Embodiment 8. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

[0172] Embodiment 9. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 8, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose, throat, and/or mouth.

101731 Embodiment 10. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0174] Embodiment 11. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0175] Embodiment 12. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said compositions is in the form of an oral spray.

[0176] Embodiment 13. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on the nasal and/or oral mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0177] Embodiment 14. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol (e.g., 1,3- propanediol, etc.).

|0178j Embodiment 15. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virions via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virions.

J0179] Embodiment 16. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10180 j Embodiment 17. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition. f 01 SI i Embodiment 18. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0182] Embodiment 19. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10183 j Embodiment 20. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0184] Embodiment 21. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti-viral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0185| Embodiment 22. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1 or 2, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza.

|0186j Embodiment 23. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 22, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition. [0187] Embodiment 24. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 22, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

{0188] Embodiment 25. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 22, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

J0189] Embodiment 27. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 22, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid {e.g., 3' and 6' sialyllactose), ACE2 {e.g., soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 {e.g., soluble DPP4, etc.), APN {e.g., soluble APN, etc.).

[0190] Embodiment 28. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 27, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

{0191] Embodiment 29. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 27, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

f 01921 Embodiment 31. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 27, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

|01 3j Embodiment 32. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 27, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0194] Embodiment 33. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1 or 2, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

{0195] Embodiment 34. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 33, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0196] Embodiment 35. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 33, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 {e.g., soluble CD46, etc.), CAR {e.g., soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

|0197j Embodiment 36. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 35, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

J 0198] Embodiment 37. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 35, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

[0199] Embodiment 39. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 35, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0200] Embodiment 40. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 35, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

(0201] Embodiment 41. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus {e.g. , E71 or EV-D68).

[0202] Embodiment 42. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 41, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0203] Embodiment 43. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 41, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

[0204] Embodiment 44. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 41, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

[0205] Embodiment 46. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 41, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 {e.g., soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 {e.g. , soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g. , soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g. , soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

|0206j Embodiment 47. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 46, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

[0207] Embodiment 49. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 46, wherein said composition comprises a non-targeted anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract (e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0208] Embodiment 50. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 46, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

1020 i Embodiment 51. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 46, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

|0210j Embodiment 52. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 46, wherein said composition is in the form of an oral spray.

[02113 Embodiment 53. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g. , coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

[0212] Embodiment 54. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 53, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coxsackievirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10213 i Embodiment 55. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 53, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

|021 j Embodiment 57. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 53, wherein said composition comprises a non-targeted anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract (e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

|0215j Embodiment 58. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 53, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβό, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g., soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.).

[0216] Embodiment 59. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 58, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

[0217] Embodiment 61. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 58, wherein said composition comprises a non-targeted anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract (e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

{0218] Embodiment 62. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 58, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0219] Embodiment 63. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 58, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

|0220j Embodiment 64. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 1, wherein said anti -bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

[0221] Embodiment 65. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 64, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of Streptococcus pyogenes.

[0222] Embodiment 66. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 65, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0223] Embodiment 67. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 65, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

[0224] Embodiment 68. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 65, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

{0225] Embodiment 70. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 64, wherein said anti-bacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

(02263 Embodiment 71. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 70, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

[0227] Embodiment 72. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 70, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

{0228] Embodiment 74. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 70, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0229| Embodiment 75. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 70, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

| 23 } Embodiment 76. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:

(02313 (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

(0232] (2) an anti-inflammatory; and

[02333 a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

J 0234 j Embodiment 77. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted antibacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes. [0235] Embodiment 78. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-inflammatory are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

{0236] Embodiment 79. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 78, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat. f 0237} Embodiment 80. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

[0238] Embodiment 81. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 80, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

1023 1 Embodiment 82. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0240) Embodiment 83. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

{02413 Embodiment 84. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on the nasal and/or oral mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0242 [ Embodiment 85. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol (e.g. , 1,3- propanediol, etc.).

{0243] Embodiment 86. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

{0244] Embodiment 87. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract (e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

|0245j Embodiment 88. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virus via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virus.

J0246] Embodiment 89. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0247j Embodiment 90. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

102481 Embodiment 91. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0249 j Embodiment 92. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0250| Embodiment 93. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said composition further comprises a non-targeted antimicrobial in an amount from about from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0251] Embodiment 94. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76 or 88, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, or parainfluenza.

[0252] Embodiment 95. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 94, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition. [0253] Embodiment 96. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 94, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

{0254] Embodiment 97. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 94, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0255] Embodiment 98. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 94, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid {e.g. , 3' and 6' sialyllactose), ACE2 {e.g., soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 {e.g. , soluble DPP4, etc.), APN {e.g. , soluble APN, etc.).

[0256] Embodiment 99. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 98, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

[0257] Embodiment 100. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 98, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0258] Embodiment 101. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 98, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0259] Embodiment 102. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 98, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0260] Embodiment 103. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

[0261 ] Embodiment 104. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition. [0262] Embodiment 105. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

{0263] Embodiment 106. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0264] Embodiment 107. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 {e.g. , soluble CD46, etc.), CAR {e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

10265 j Embodiment 108. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

1026 j Embodiment 109. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

|0267| Embodiment 110. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

{0268} Embodiment 111. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0269] Embodiment 112. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 103, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus {e.g. , E71 or EV-D68). [0270] Embodiment 113. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 112, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0271 ( Embodiment 114. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 112, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

(02723 Embodiment 115. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 112, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0273] Embodiment 116. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 112, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 {e.g., soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 {e.g., soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 {e.g., soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM- 5 {e.g., soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

102741 Embodiment 117. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 112, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0275] Embodiment 118. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 112, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0276] Embodiment 119. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus {e.g., coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

[0277] Embodiment 120. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 119, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

1 278 [ Embodiment 121. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 119, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract (e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

10279 j Embodiment 122. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 119, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0280] Embodiment 123. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 119, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0281 j Embodiment 124. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 116, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβό, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g., soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.).

[0282] Embodiment 125. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 76, wherein said anti -bacterial is effective killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

[0283] Embodiment 126. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 125, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of Streptococcus pyogenes.

[0284] Embodiment 127. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 126, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0285] Embodiment 128. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 33, wherein said anti-bacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

[0286] Embodiment 129. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 128, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL- 25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

[0287] Embodiment 130. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 128, further comprising an anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract (e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0288] Embodiment 131. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 128, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge. [0289] Embodiment 132. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 128, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

f 0290} Embodiment 133. A pharmaceutical product comprising:

(02913 (a) a body configured to be inserted into a nasal passage for dispensing a nasal spray composition through an orifice;

[0292] (b) a reservoir in fluid communication with said orifice, wherein said reservoir nasal pharmaceutical composition is contained in said reservoir;

10293 i (c) a pump mechanism capable of expelling said nasal spray composition through said orifice in appropriate sized aerosolized droplets; capable of coating the nasal mucosa of a user;

[0294] wherein said nasal spray composition comprises:

[0295] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

[0296] (2) a non-targeted anti-microbial; and

[0297] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

[0298] Embodiment 134. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes.

[0299] Embodiment 135. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

[0300] Embodiment 136. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

[0301] Embodiment 138. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in nasal mucosa. [0302] Embodiment 139. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of nasal mucosa following application to said mucosa.

{0303] Embodiment 140. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on the nasal mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0304] Embodiment 141. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol (e.g., 1,3- propanediol, etc.).

[0305] Embodiment 142. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virus via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virus.

[0306] Embodiment 143. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0307] Embodiment 144. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10308 j Embodiment 145. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

1030 j Embodiment 146. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

|0310j Embodiment 147. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10 1 1 j Embodiment 148. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti-viral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition. j 0 12] Embodiment 149. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, or parainfluenza.

10313 j Embodiment 150. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 149, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

J 0314] Embodiment 151. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid (e.g., 3' and 6' sialyllactose), ACE2 (e.g., soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 (e.g., soluble DPP4, etc.), APN (e.g., soluble APN, etc.).

[0 15] Embodiment 152. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

[0316] Embodiment 153. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 152, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0317] Embodiment 154. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 (e.g., soluble CD46, etc.), CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

[0318] Embodiment 155. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus (e.g., E71 or EV-D68).

[0 1 ] Embodiment 156. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 155, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0320] Embodiment 157. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 (e.g., soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 (e.g., soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g., soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g., soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

10321 j Embodiment 158. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g., coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.). [0322] Embodiment 159. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβό, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g., soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.).

{0323] Embodiment 160. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said anti -bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

| 324| Embodiment 161. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said bacteria is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of Streptococcus pyogenes.

10325 j Embodiment 162. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 161, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10326 i Embodiment 163. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 133, wherein said anti-bacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

[0 27 j Embodiment 164. A pharmaceutical product comprising:

[0328] (a) a body configured to be inserted into a nasal passage for dispensing a nasal spray composition through an orifice;

{0329] (b) a reservoir in fluid communication with said orifice, wherein said reservoir nasal pharmaceutical composition is contained in said reservoir;

[0330] (c) a pump mechanism capable of expelling said nasal spray composition through said orifice in appropriate sized aerosolized droplets; capable of coating the nasal mucosa of a user;

103 1 j wherein said nasal spray composition comprises:

{0332] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

{0333] (2) an anti-inflammatory; and

[0334] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

10335 { Embodiment 165. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes. 10336] Embodiment 166. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, further comprising a non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

{0337] Embodiment 167. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164 further comprising a non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

[0338] Embodiment 168. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, further comprising a non-targeted anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0339] Embodiment 169. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said anti-inflammatory is selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL-25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

[0340] Embodiment 170. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of nasal mucosa following application to said mucosa.

[0341 j Embodiment 171. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on the nasal mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0342] Embodiment 172. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol {e.g. , 1,3- propanediol, etc.). 10343] Embodiment 173. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virus via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virus.

{0344] Embodiment 174. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

1 345 i Embodiment 175. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[034 j Embodiment 176. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0347] Embodiment 177. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0348] Embodiment 178. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said composition further comprises a non-targeted antimicrobial in an amount from about from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0349] Embodiment 179. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza.

1 35 [ Embodiment 180. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 179, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0351 ] Embodiment 181. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid (e.g., 3' and 6' sialyllactose), ACE2 (e.g., soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 (e.g., soluble DPP4, etc.), APN (e.g., soluble APN, etc.).

[0352] Embodiment 182. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus. (0353] Embodiment 183. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 182, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

{0354] Embodiment 184. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 (e.g. , soluble CD46, etc.), CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

[0355] Embodiment 185. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus (e.g., E71 or EV-D68).

[0356] Embodiment 186. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 185, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0357] Embodiment 187. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 (e.g. , soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 (e.g., soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g., soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g., soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

[0358] Embodiment 188. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g. , coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

1035 j Embodiment 189. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 188, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coxsackievirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

1 36 [ Embodiment 190. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβ6, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g., soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.).

[0361 ] Embodiment 191. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 191, wherein said anti -bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

1 362 j Embodiment 192. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of Streptococcus pyogenes. [0363] Embodiment 193. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 192, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

{0364] Embodiment 194. The pharmaceutical product according to embodiment 164, wherein said anti-bacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

(03653 Embodiment 195. A method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection in a user, comprising applying to the mucosa of said user a pharmaceutical composition comprising:

[0366] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

10367 i (2) a non-targeted anti-microbial; and

{0368] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

1036 j Embodiment 196. The method according to embodiment 195, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes.

{0370] Embodiment 197. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

{0371] Embodiment 198. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial is selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof.

{0372] Embodiment 199. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said composition comprises a non-targeted anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g., grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof. [0373] Embodiment 200. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

{0374] Embodiment 201. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

[0375] Embodiment 202. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

10376 j Embodiment 203. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

[0377] Embodiment 204. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

(0378] Embodiment 205. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0379] Embodiment 206. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on said mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0380} Embodiment 207. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol (e.g., 1,3- propanediol, etc.).

[0381 j Embodiment 208. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virus via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virus.

1 382 j Embodiment 209. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0383} Embodiment 210. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antibacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0384] Embodiment 211. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said non-targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition. 10385] Embodiment 212. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and said non- targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

{0386] Embodiment 213. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antibacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition and said non- targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

(0387] Embodiment 214. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antibacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti -viral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said non- targeted antimicrobial comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10388 j Embodiment 215. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, or parainfluenza.

[0389] Embodiment 216. The method according to embodiment 215, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza comprises from about 0.000001- 10% by weight of said composition.

10390 i Embodiment 217. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

10391 j Embodiment 218. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said non-targeted anti-microbial comprises a naturally derived anti-microbial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b- microseminoprotein, statherin, or combinations thereof.

1 392 i Embodiment 219. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

10393 i Embodiment 220. The method according to embodiment 219, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0394] Embodiment 221. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 (e.g., soluble CD46, etc.), CAR (e.g., soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins. 10395] Embodiment 222. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus (e.g. , E71 or EV-D68).

10396 j Embodiment 223. The method according to embodiment 222, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0397] Embodiment 224. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 (e.g. , soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 (e.g. , soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g. , soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g. , soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

[0398] Embodiment 225. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g. , coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

10399 i Embodiment 226. The method according to embodiment 225, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coxsackievirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0400] Embodiment 227. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβό, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g. , soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.).

[04 1 ] Embodiment 228. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

[0402 [ Embodiment 229. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

1040 i Embodiment 230. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of is Streptococcus pyogenes.

[0404 j Embodiment 231. The method according to embodiment 230, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0405] Embodiment 232. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said anti-bacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

[0406] Embodiment 233. A method for prophylaxis and/or treatment of infection in a user, comprising applying to the mucosa of said user a pharmaceutical composition comprising: 10407] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial; and

10408 j (2) an anti-inflammatory; and

(04093 a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

10410} Embodiment 234. The method according to embodiment 233, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted anti-bacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes.

(041 1 J Embodiment 235. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said anti-inflammatory are present in an amount effective to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

(0412] Embodiment 236. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

(0413) Embodiment 237. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

[0414 j Embodiment 238. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose or the throat.

|04J 5j Embodiment 239. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

(04163 Embodiment 240. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

(04173 Embodiment 241. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on said mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0418] Embodiment 242. The method according to embodiment 195, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol {e.g. , 1,3- propanediol, etc.). [041 ] Embodiment 243. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said composition comprises an anti-inflammatory selected from ICAM inhibitors, TSLP inhibitors, IL-25 inhibitors, 11-33 inhibitors, IL-1 inhibitors, TNF inhibitors and NSAIDs.

10420 J Embodiment 244. The method according to embodiment 233, further comprising an antimicrobial selected from mucins, SLPI, glycyrrhizin, b-microseminoprotein, statherin, plant mucilage, marshmallow extract, glycyrrhizin, calendula extract, citrus peel extract, honey extract, rosemary extract, myrrh extract, Helichrysum extract, arrowroot extract, neem oil, vitamin C, vitamin E, grapefruit extract {e.g. , grapefruit seed extract, etc.), or combinations thereof, zinc, zinc peroxide, copper, silver, or combinations thereof.

[0421] Embodiment 245. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virus via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virus.

[0422] Embodiment 246. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

10423 i Embodiment 247. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antibacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[042 j Embodiment 248. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said antiinflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0425] Embodiment 249. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

|0426j Embodiment 250. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, said targeted anti -bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said anti-inflammatory comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition, and said composition further comprises a non-targeted antimicrobial in an amount from about from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0427] Embodiment 251. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza or parainfluenza. 10428] Embodiment 252. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid (e.g. , 3 ' and 6' sialyllactose), ACE2 (e.g. , soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 (e.g., soluble DPP4, etc.), APN (e.g. , soluble APN, etc.).

{0429] Embodiment 253. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

1 43 i Embodiment 254. The method according to embodiment 253, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0431 j Embodiment 255. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 (e.g. , soluble CD46, etc.), CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

[0432] Embodiment 256. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus (e.g. , E71 or EV-D68).

[0433] Embodiment 257. The method according to embodiment 256, wherein said targeted antiviral component for enterovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

1 434 j Embodiment 258. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 (e.g. , soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 (e.g. , soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g. , soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g. , soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

[0435] Embodiment 259. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g. , coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

[0436] Embodiment 260. The method according to embodiment 259, wherein said targeted antiviral component for coxsackievirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0437] Embodiment 261. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises integrin ανβ6, ανβ3, ICAM-1 (e.g. , soluble ICAM-1, etc.), or CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.).

[0438] Embodiment 262. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus. [0439] Embodiment 263. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria is Streptococcus pyogenes.

10440 j Embodiment 264. The method according to embodiment 263, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

1 4411 Embodiment 265. The method according to embodiment 233, wherein said antibacterial is a C5a peptidase inhibitor, an anti-leukoproteinase, or a secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor.

[0442] Embodiment 266. A pharmaceutical composition comprising:

[0443] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial;

[0444] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

10445 j Embodiment 267. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, comprising a targeted antiviral component for virions selected from influenza, parainfluenza, rhinovirus, enterovirus, coronavirus, adenovirus, coxsackievirus, and combinations thereof and/or a targeted antibacterial component for bacteria selected from Streptococcus pyogenes.

[0446] Embodiment 268. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted antiviral component and said non-targeted anti-microbial are present in an amount capable to reduce the copy number of said virions in mucosa.

[0447] Embodiment 269. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 268, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose, mouth, and/or throat.

[0448] Embodiment 270. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said pharmaceutical composition does not alter the pH and/or osmolarity of mucosa following application to said mucosa.

[0449] Embodiment 271. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 270, wherein said mucosa is the mucosa of the nose, throat, and/or mouth.

[0450] Embodiment 272. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge. (0451 j Embodiment 273. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray.

10452 j Embodiment 274. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said compositions is in the form of an oral spray.

[0453] Embodiment 275. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is adapted to provide residence time of said composition on the nasal and/or oral mucosa of at least 1 minute, or at least 5 minutes, or at least 10 minutes, or at least 15 minutes, or at least 20 minutes, or at least 25 minutes, or at least 30 minutes.

[0454] Embodiment 276. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said pharmaceutically acceptable carrier is an aqueous solution comprising from about 5-50% (v/v), or from about 10-40% (v/v), or from about 15-35% (v/v), or from about 20-30% (v/v) polyol (e.g., 1,3- propanediol, etc.).

[0455] Embodiment 277. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said antiviral component is capable of binding to said virions via the receptor recognition mechanism of said virions.

[0456] Embodiment 278. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0457] Embodiment 279. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted anti-bacterial component comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0458] Embodiment 280. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said virions comprise coronavirus, influenza, and/or parainfluenza.

[0459] Embodiment 281. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises sialic acid (e.g., 3' and 6' sialyllactose), quercetin and isoforms thereof, ACE2 (e.g., soluble ACE2, etc.), DPP4 (e.g., soluble DPP4, etc.), APN (e.g., soluble APN, etc.).

1 460] Embodiment 282. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray, nasal drops, oral spray, oral rinse, or lozenge.

[0461] Embodiment 283. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said composition is in the form of a nasal spray. 10462] Embodiment 284. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said virions comprise adenovirus.

10463 j Embodiment 285. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 33, wherein said targeted antiviral component for adenovirus comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

104641 Embodiment 286. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises CD46 (e.g. , soluble CD46, etc.), CAR (e.g. , soluble CAR, etc.), desmoglein 2, sialic acid, ganglioside la, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, coagulation factor X, dipalmitoyl phosphatidylcholine, lactoferrin, or Av integrins.

[0465] Embodiment 287. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said virions comprise enterovirus (e.g. , E71 or EV-D68).

[0466] Embodiment 288. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted antiviral component comprises SCAR B2 (e.g., soluble SCAR B2, etc.), PSGL-1 (e.g. , soluble PSGL-1, etc.), sialylated glycan, heparan sulfate and proteoglycans thereof, Anx2 (e.g. , soluble Anx2, etc.), or ICAM-5 (e.g. , soluble ICAM-5, etc.).

[0467] Embodiment 289. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said virions comprise coxsackievirus (e.g. , coxsackievirus A, coxsackievirus A9 cocksackie virus B, etc.).

1 468 j Embodiment 290. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said anti -bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of bacteria from the genus Streptococcus.

[0469] Embodiment 291. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said anti-bacterial is capable of killing or inhibiting growth of Streptococcus pyogenes.

{0470] Embodiment 292. The pharmaceutical composition according to embodiment 266, wherein said targeted antibacterial component for Streptococcus pyogenes comprises from about 0.000001-10% by weight of said composition.

[0471] Embodiment 293. A pharmaceutical composition comprising: (0472 j a non-targeted anti-mi crobial; and

[0473] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

10474 j Embodiment 294. A pharmaceutical composition comprising: 10475] an anti-inflammatory; and

[0476] a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

[0477] Embodiment 295. A method for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a respiratory infection to a patient in need thereof comprising administering a pharmaceutical to the upper respiratory mucosa; wherein said pharmaceutical composition comprises:

[0478] (1) a targeted antiviral component comprising one or more active agents capable of binding to virions and/or a targeted anti-bacterial;

1047 [ a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

[0480] Embodiment 296. A method for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a respiratory infection to a patient in need thereof comprising administering a pharmaceutical to the upper respiratory mucosa; wherein said pharmaceutical composition comprises a non-targeted anti-microbial; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

[0481 j Embodiment 297. A method for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of a respiratory infection to a patient in need thereof comprising administering a pharmaceutical to the upper respiratory mucosa; wherein said pharmaceutical composition comprises an anti-inflammatory; and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent and/or excipient.

EXAMPLES

10482 [ The structures, materials, compositions, and methods described herein are intended to be representative examples of the disclosure, and it will be understood that the scope of the disclosure is not limited by the scope of the examples. Those skilled in the art will recognize that the disclosure may be practiced with variations on the disclosed structures, materials, compositions and methods, and such variations are regarded as within the ambit of the disclosure.

[0483] Example 1; Administration of antimicrobial compositions in non-human subjects to prevent infection

[0484] Pharmaceutical compositions comprising a targeted component, together with a non-targeted anti-microbial and/or an anti-inflammatory are administered intranasally to a group of healthy, uninfected mice selected for age, gender and weight. After a suitable period of time to allow the compositions to take effect, mice are inoculated nasally with varying doses of respiratory pathogens (e.g., rhinovirus, adenovirus, enterovirus, coxsackievirus, Streptococcus pyogenes, coronavirus, etc.). At different subsequent time points, samples are extracted from the mice and analyzed for microbial infection. Lack of infection indicates the pharmaceutical composition prevents the airborne pathogens from infecting the mice. The pharmaceutical composition enhances the filtering capabilities of the nasal membrane and protects against the airborne pathogens.

{ 0485 J Example 2; Administration of antimicrobial compositions in non-human subjects to treat infection

1 486 i A group of healthy, uninfected mice selected for age, gender and weight are inoculated nasally with varying doses of respiratory pathogens (influenza, rhinovirus, bacteria, and fungi). After allowing suitable time for the pathogens to infect the mice, varying pharmaceutical compositions comprising a targeted component, together with a non-targeted anti-microbial and/or an anti-inflammatory are administered intranasally to the infected mice. After a suitable period of time to allow the compositions to take effect, samples are extracted from the mice and analyzed for microbial infection. Lack of infection indicates the antimicrobial composition treats the respiratory infections within the mice. The pharmaceutical compositions enhance the filtering capabilities of the nasal membrane and treats the infection caused by airborne pathogens.

10487] Example 3; Administration of antimicrobial compositions in human subjects to treat infection

1 488 i A group of human subjects presenting without pre-existing viral or bacterial infections are selected for treatment and their baseline blood drawn to screen for markers of respiratory infection. A pharmaceutical compositions comprising a targeted component, together with a non-targeted antimicrobial and/or an anti-inflammatory (as in Examples 1 and 2) are administered intranasally to the subjects. After a suitable period of time to allow the compositions to take effect, subjects are exposed to pathogens (e.g., rhinovirus, adenovirus, enterovirus, coxsackievirus, Streptococcus pyogenes, coronavirus, etc.). After a suitable period of time to determine whether they had been infected, their bloods would again be drawn and screened for systemic markers of respiratory infection and they would be observed and questioned for visible evidence of respiratory infection. Lack of infection indicates the antimicrobial composition prevents respiratory infections. The antimicrobial composition enhances the filtering capabilities of the nasal membrane and prevents the viruses from causing respiratory infection. [0489] Example 4; Measurements on full differentiated 3D cell model of human airway epithelia inoculated with virus

10490 j Various compositions were tested for their ability to protect a 3D model of human airway epithelium, constituted with primary human epithelial cells freshly isolated from nasal, tracheal or bronchial biopsies (MucilAir™). MucilAir™ is a reconstituted human 3D tissue from airways and lung surgical pieces, fully differentiated, pseudostratified in vitro epithelium. MucilAir™-Pool is of nasal origin and reconstituted with a mixture of cells isolated from 14 different donors. Cultured at the air- liquid interface, the model displays high trans-epithelial electrical resistance, cilia beating as well as mucus production, demonstrating the full functionality of the epithelial tissue.

[0491 } Compositions were formulated with various active components (some targeted and some nontargeted) and added to MucilAir™ in the concentrations as shown in Table 2. Table 2 also specifies which virus(es) each composition was measured against. Each composition was prepared in a buffered saline solution vehicle (0.9% NaCl, 1.25 mM CaCb, 10 mM HEPES).

Table 2

[0492J The sialic acid is a mix of 3' and 6' sialyllactose from Carbosynth in a (50:50 ratio) concentration of lOmg/ml final. The formulation was prepared by dissolving the solid mixture in sterile water. 20 μΐ was added to vehicle to the indicated concentration and added to the apical portion of MucilAir™.

10493 j SLPI is a recombinant human secretory leukocyte protease inhibitor from Origene Technologies Inc. 11 μΐ of stock solution (concentration of 20 μg/400 μΐ) was added directly to a 20 μΐ vehicle to the indicated concentrations and added to the apical portion of MucilAir™.

1 494 i Glycyrhhizin (from Sigma Aldrich) solution stock powder was dissolved to 10 mg/ml in hot water. This solution was resuspended in vehicle to the final indicated concentrations and added to the apical portion of MucilAir™.

[0495] Aminopeptidase N (recombinant human) combined 100 μΐ at 0.1 μg/ul from Millipore Sigma and 2 vials of 46 μΐ at 0.5 ug/ul from RnD Biosystems to result in a final concentration of 206 μg/ml, which was added 8 μΐ vehicle for 20 μΐ apical MucilAir™ application resulting in a final concentration of 100 μg/ml added to the apical portion of MucilAir™.

[0496] The MucilAir™ were inoculated with HCoV 229e (coronavirus) or HlNl (influenza) on the apical surface of the epithelia (MucilAir™ Pool). Inserts were prepared with either HCoV 229E at 1.2* 10 8 genome copies/insert or HlNl at 1.11 x lO 6 copies/insert in 50 μΐ on the apical surface of the epithelia. The components were applied to the media at the indicated concentrations apically prior to virus inoculation, again at 45 minutes post-inoculation ("PI") for HlNl, at 2 hours PI for HCoV, and after 24 hours PI for both viral conditions. For the coronavirus study, MucilAir™ were kept at 35°C. For the influenza study, MucilAir™ were kept at 37°C.

10497 i Following inoculation, epithelia were washed twice with MucilAir™ culture medium in order to clean the inoculum. The final apical wash was collected and stored at -80°C for future study. Apical washes were also collected and stored before the 24 hour addition of components and at 48 hours PI.

Trans Epithelial Electric resistance (TEER)

[04981 Tissue integrity was monitored using transepithelial electrical resistance ("TEER") measurements. TEER is a dynamic parameter that reflects the state of epithelia and the barrier function which can be affected by several factors. For example, if holes were present or if cellular junction were broken, the TEER values would be generally below 100 Ω cm 2 . In contrast, when epithelia are not damaged, the TEER values are typically above 200 Ω cm 2 . A notable decrease of the TEER values (but > 100 Ω cm 2 ) generally reflects an activation of the ion channels. A drastic increase of the TEER value reflects a blockage of the ion channel activity or a destruction of the ciliated cells. (0499] For TEER measurements, 200 μΐ of warm MucilAir™ media was applied on the apical side of each insert. A Millicell ERS-2 Voltohmmeter (#MERS00002 Millipore) with dual electrodes was washed with 70% ethanol and saline solution (0.9% NaCl, 1.25 mM CaCh, lOmM HEPES). The long stem of the electrode is inserted through the gap of the MucilAir™ insert and was supported on the bottom of the well while the short stem was suspended in the apical media. The resistance (Ω) is read on the Voltohmmeter and the TEER value was calculated with the following formula: TEER (Q.cm 2 ) = (resistance value (Ω) - 100 (Ω)) x 0.33 (cm 2 ). TEER measurements were taken at 48 hours PI.

[0500] FIG. 1A is column graph of the TEER measurements for coronavirus measurements and FIG. IB is a column graph of the influenza study. Ordinary One Way ANOVA measurements were performed on each sample group (n=6). Tables 3-5 show the ANOVA values and comparisons calculated for coronavirus experiments.

Table 3

Number of values (total) 21

Table 4

Neg Control vs. -301.1 to

Glycerhizzin -165.1 -29.15 Yes * 0.0319 A-E

Neg Control vs. -429.9 to

SLPI+Glycerh -293.9 -158 Yes *** 0.0002 A-F

Neg Control vs. 93.28 to

APN+Glycerh 229.2 365.2 Yes ** 0.0024 A-G

Pos Control vs. 179.6 to

APN 315.6 451.5 Yes **** O.0001 B-C

Pos Control vs. -72.38 to

SLPI 63.58 199.5 No ns 0.7878 B-D

Pos Control vs. -218.6 to

Glycerhizzin -82.61 53.35 No ns 0.5490 B-E

Pos Control vs. -347.4 to

SLPI+Glycerh -211.4 -75.46 Yes ** 0.0049 B-F

Pos Control vs. 175.8 to

APN+Glycerh 311.7 447.7 Yes *** 0.0001 B-G

-388 to -

APN vs. SLPI -252 116.1 Yes ** 0.0010 C-D

APN vs. -534.2 to

Glycerhizzin -398.2 -262.2 Yes **** O.0001 C-E

APN vs. -663 to - SLPI+Glycerh -527 391.1 Yes **** O.0001 C-F

APN vs. -139.8 to

APN+Glycerh -3.85 132.1 No ns >0.9999 C-G

SLPI vs. -282.1 to

Glycerhizzin -146.2 -10.23 Yes ns 0.0675 D-E

SLPI vs. -411 to - SLPI+Glycerh -275 139 Yes *** 0.0004 D-F

SLPI vs. 112.2 to

APN+Glycerh 248.2 384.1 Yes ** 0.0012 D-G

Glycerhizzin vs. -264.8 to

SLPI+Glycerh -128.8 7.149 No ns 0.1305 E-F

Glycerhizzin vs. 258.4 to

APN+Glycerh 394.4 530.3 Yes **** O.0001 E-G SLPI+Glycerh vs. 387.2 to

APN+Glycerh 523.2 659.1 Yes **** O.0001 F-G

Table 5

APN vs.

APN+Glycerh 82.94 86.79 -3.85 45.06 3 3 0.1208 14

SLPI vs.

Glycerhizzin 335 481.1 -146.2 45.06 3 3 4.588 14

SLPI vs.

SLPI+Glycerh 335 610 -275 45.06 3 3 8.631 14

SLPI vs.

APN+Glycerh 335 86.79 248.2 45.06 3 3 7.789 14

Glycerhizzin vs.

SLPI+Glycerh 481.1 610 -128.8 45.06 3 3 4.043 14

Glycerhizzin vs.

APN+Glycerh 481.1 86.79 394.4 45.06 3 3 12.38 14

SLPI+Glycerh vs.

APN+Glycerh 610 86.79 523.2 45.06 3 3 16.42 14

[05011 Tables 6-9 Tables 3-5 show the ANOVA values and comparisons calculated for HlNl experiments.

Table 6

1.965 (6,

F (DFn, DFd) 14)

P value 0.1397

P value summary ns

Are SDs significantly

different (P < 0.05)? No

Bartlett's test

Bartlett's statistic

(corrected)

P value

P value summary

Are SDs significantly

different (P < 0.05)?

F (DFn,

ANOVA table SS DF MS DFd) P value

Treatment (between F (6, 14)

columns) 81767 6 13628 = 3.526 P=0.0244

Residual (within

columns) 54116 14 3865

Total 135882 20

Data summary

Number of treatments

(columns) 7

Number of values (total) 21

Table 7

Alpha 0.1

Holm-Sidak's multiple Adjusted comparisons test Mean Diff. Significant? Summary P Value

Negative Control vs. Positive

Control -86.9 No ns 0.8012 A-B

Negative Control vs. Sialic

Acid -115.4 No ns 0.4735 A-C

Negative Control vs. SLPI -69.08 No ns 0.9081 A-D

Negative Control vs.

Glycerhizzin -154.7 No ns 0.1605 A-E

Negative Control vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI -144.7 No ns 0.2181 A-F

Negative Control vs. Sialic

Acid +Glycerhizzin -208.7 Yes * 0.0220 A-G

Positive Control vs. Sialic

Acid -28.49 No ns 0.9669 B-C

Positive Control vs. SLPI 17.82 No ns 0.9669 B-D

Positive Control vs.

Glycerhizzin -67.76 No ns 0.9081 B-E

Positive Control vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI -57.75 No ns 0.9231 B-F

Positive Control vs. Sialic

Acid +Glycerhizzin -121.8 No ns 0.4139 B-G

Sialic Acid vs. SLPI 46.31 No ns 0.9416 C-D

Sialic Acid vs. Glycerhizzin -39.27 No ns 0.9506 C-E

Sialic Acid vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI -29.26 No ns 0.9669 C-F

Sialic Acid vs. Sialic Acid

+Glycerhizzin -93.28 No ns 0.7466 C-G

SLPI vs. Glycerhizzin -85.58 No ns 0.8012 D-E

SLPI vs. Sialic Acid+SLPI -75.57 No ns 0.8744 D-F SLPI vs. Sialic Acid

+Glycerhizzin -139.6 No ns 0.2472 D-G

Glycerhizzin vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI 10.01 No ns 0.9669 E-F

Glycerhizzin vs. Sialic Acid

+Glycerhizzin -54.01 No ns 0.9231 E-G

Sialic Acid+SLPI vs. Sialic

Acid +Glycerhizzin -64.02 No ns 0.9081 F-G

Table 8

Positive Control vs.

Sialic Acid

+Glycerhizzin 425.5 547.3 -121.8 50.76 3 3 2.399 14

Sialic Acid vs. SLPI 454 407.7 46.31 50.76 3 3 0.9123 14

Sialic Acid vs.

Glycerhizzin 454 493.2 -39.27 50.76 3 3 0.7736 14

Sialic Acid vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI 454 483.2 -29.26 50.76 3 3 0.5764 14

Sialic Acid vs. Sialic

Acid +Glycerhizzin 454 547.3 -93.28 50.76 3 3 1.838 14

SLPI vs. Glycerhizzin 407.7 493.2 -85.58 50.76 3 3 1.686 14

SLPI vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI 407.7 483.2 -75.57 50.76 3 3 1.489 14

SLPI vs. Sialic Acid

+Glycerhizzin 407.7 547.3 -139.6 50.76 3 3 2.75 14

Glycerhizzin vs. Sialic

Acid+SLPI 493.2 483.2 10.01 50.76 3 3 0.1972 14

Glycerhizzin vs. Sialic

Acid +Glycerhizzin 493.2 547.3 -54.01 50.76 3 3 1.064 14

Sialic Acid+SLPI vs.

Sialic Acid

+Glycerhizzin 483.2 547.3 -64.02 50.76 3 3 1.261 14

105021 The TEER epithelia exposed to SLPI+glycerhizzin condition in the coronavirus study increased compared to positive control. However, TEER changes after SLPI alone or glycyrhizzin alone administration were less significant compared to positive control. This suggest that glcycyrhizzin and SLPI together (two non-targeted antimicrobials) are more protective to the integrity of the mucus membranes. Accordingly, these two components are more protective against infection since they strengthen the mucosal barrier function than either component when used alone. Additionally, TEER results on the H1N1 experiments showed increases in epithelial resistance of combinations indicating that combined formulations are protective of the mucus membrane.

Lactate Dehydrogenase Release

(0503] Lactate dehydrogenase ("LDH") is a stable cytoplasmic enzyme that is rapidly released into the culture medium upon rupture of the plasma membrane. The basal media of each condition was collected at 24 hours and 48 hours PI. Controls include a "High Control", a "Low Control" and a "Background Control." High Controls were prepared by incubating the apical side of one MucilAir™ insert with 50 μΐ of 2% Triton X-100 for 3h at 37°C. The Low Controls were generated by collecting basal media from untreated cells as spontaneous LDH release of the models. Background Controls are constituted of fresh MucilAir™ media. In triplicate, 100 μΐ of sample from each experimental and control group was added to a well in a clear 96- well plate ( #CC7672-7596 USA Scientific). LDH activity was measured using a Cytotoxicity Detection Kit (Roche #11644793001) following the manufacturer instructions. Briefly, a reaction solution was prepared by mixing 11.25 ml of Dye Solution with 250 μΐ of Catalyst supplied in the kit. 100 μΐ of reaction solution was added to each well. The plate was incubated for 30 minutes at room temperature in the dark. Absorbance was read using 490 nm filter. For determining cytotoxicity, the absorbance of the background was subtracted from the absorbance of the controls and samples and calculated using the following formula:

„ . . Abs (Sample)-Abs (Low Control) „

Cytotoxicity = i

Abs (High Coiitrol)— X 10

-Abs (Low Contr— 0

ol)

[0504] A percentage below 5% reflects a physiological release of LDH in the medium. LDH measurements were taken at 24 and 48 hours pi. The results are shown in FIGS. 2 A (coronavirus) and 2B (HlNl). As can be seen, drug formulations do not increase LDH release in the 3D models. Epithelia administered the combination of sialic acid and glycyrrhizin were less toxic than glycyrrhizin alone. Additionally, the SLPI and glycyrrhizin combination do not show increased cytotoxicity, while glycyrrhizin alone appeared to have increased cytotoxicity in the influenza inoculated model.

Immunofluorsence Microscopy

{0505] Measurements of viral load and the effect of the various formulations on HlNl nucleoprotein binding to cell nuclei were measured by immunofluorescence microscopy. Influenza virus nucleoprotein (NP) is a critical factor in the viral infectious cycle in switching influenza virus RNA synthesis from transcription mode to replication mode an is known to bind in the nucleus of infected cells. An antibody to HlNl nucleoprotein (abl28193) was used to stain MucilAir™ inserts at the conclusion of the viral incubation. This antibody specifically stains nuclei of HlNl infected cells in an expected circular pattern (York et al 2014 J Virol. 2014 Nov; 88(22): 13284-13299, hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety). The staining of positive and negative control membranes were compared.

[0506] Individual MucilAir™-Pool inserts from the influenza study were fixed and immunostained for HlNl nucleoprotein (NP) using an antibody purchased fromm AbCam (catalog number AM28193). At the conclusion of the 48 hour anti-viral incubation, the MucilAir™ membranes were rinsed with sterile phosphate buffered saline (PBS) and then fixed with 4% paraformaldehyde in PBS in their 24 well plates for 10 minutes. Following fixation, the membranes were cut from their insert supports and the three inserts from each experimental condition were put in separate wells of another 24 well plate. The inserts were then rinsed 3 times with cold PBS and then permeabilized with 0.1% triton X in PBS for 10 minutes. The tissues were again rinsed 3 times with PBS and blocked with 3% normal donkey serum and 0.2% Tween 20 ("blocking solution") in PBS overnight at 4°C. The next day, membranes were incubated with NP antibody in new blocking solution at a concentration of 1/200 2 hours at room temperature. Following this, the membranes were rinsed 3 times for 15 min in PBS followed by incubation with secondary antibody (donkey anti-mouse conjugated with Alexa488, A21202 Invitrogen) at a concentration of 1/2000 in blocking buffer for 1 hour at room temperature. The membranes were then rinsed 3 times with PBS and mounted on microscope slides with Prolong anti-fade mounting media containing 4',6-diamidino-2-phenylindole (DAPI). Three inserts for each group were applied to the same microscope slide in different locations on the slide. Images to measure the fluorescence were taken by focusing near the center of each insert on the supporting slide and maintaining imaging parameters such as gain the same.

{0507] A Nikon Eclipse Ts2R-FL inverted fluorescence microscope with a 20 χ objective (CFI Achro Flat Field 20x / 0.40 / 3.90 LWD) and a monochromatic camera (16 bit Monochrome Camera (USB-3)) was used to analyze the stained slides containing the MucilAir™ membranes. The microscope was equipped with Nikon Elements Documentation Software including Camera Driver and a 385 nm Internal LED module with AT Sputter Ex375/28 for DAPI fluorescence detection and a Dm415, Em460/50 for Alexa 488 fluorescence. The 20 χ objective described was used for all analysis images. Images were obtained and analyzed using NIS Elements software. Automated object counting was used to compare fluorescent intensities of viral particles labeled with Alexa 488 using the appropriate LED and specific filter sets on the microscope using the object count function in the NIS Elements software.

[0508] An intensity threshold was set for detection at grey level intensities of between 15082 and 65,000 (the grey threshold). Therefore, any pixel above at or above a grey level intensity of 15082 would be captured and counted. Adjacent pixels with intensities within the threshold are identified as single objects. The circularity of the objects are measured as well as their fluorescent intensity and area (in μιτι 2 ) as converted from pixels.

[0509] Fluorescent objects with a circularity of at least 0.87 were counted as fluorescence viral particles as analyzed with the automated counting software. Total area of all fluorescent particles were compared across conditions as well the total number of objects. FIG. 3 A shows the number of fluorescent viral particles in MucilAir™ exposed to different components. Tables 9-11 comprise the results of ANOVA analysis with Kruskal-Wallis test and comparisons for the measured number of fluorescent viral particles measurements.

Table 9

Table 10

Glycerhizzin

Positive Control vs. Sialic

Acid + Glycerhizzin 8 Yes * 0.0383 A-D

Sialic Acid vs.

Glycerhizzin 3.667 No ns >0.9999 B-C

Sialic Acid vs. Sialic Acid

+ Glycerhizzin 6.833 No ns 0.1191 B-D

Glycerhizzin vs. Sialic

Acid + Glycerhizzin 3.167 No ns >0.9999 C-D

Table 11

[0510] FIG. 3B illustrates the total area of influenza viral particles taken from the same images. Tables 12-14 comprise the results of ANOVA analysis with Kruskal-Wallis test and comparisons for the measured number of total area measurements.

Table 12

P value 0.0408

Exact or approximate P value? Exact

P value summary *

Do the medians vary signif. (P < 0.05)? Yes

Number of groups 4

Kruskal-Wallis statistic 7.076

Data summary

Number of treatments (columns) 4

Number of values (total) 12

Table 13

Table 14

{0511] As can be seen, MucilAir™ exposed to sialic acid and glycyrrhizin resulted in lower numbers of virions (and total area of virions) as compared to positive control.

[0512] Having thus described in detail a number of embodiments of the present disclosure, it is to be understood that the disclosure defined by the above paragraphs is not to be limited to particular details set forth in the above description, as many apparent variations thereof are possible without departing from the spirit or scope of the present disclosure.

[0513] All documents cited or referenced herein and all documents cited or referenced in the herein cited documents, together with any manufacturer's instructions, descriptions, product specifications, and product sheets for any products mentioned herein or in any document incorporated by reference herein, are hereby incorporated by reference, and may be employed in the practice of the disclosure.