Abstract: A new crystalline and anhydrous form of doxazosin mesylate is described. The new form is crystalline and anhydrous and is characterized in its X-ray spectrum by the following reflex positions of high and medium intensity: 8.49.degree., 11.72.degree., 16.03.degree., 18.29.degree., 21.03.degree., 22.87.degree. and 25.02.degree.. Owing to its crystalline properties, the new form of doxazosin mesylate according to the invention has surprising advantages both with regard to its synthesis and for pharmaceutical processing into solid dosage forms. A process for preparing the new form of doxazosin mesylate and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the new form of doxazosin mesylate are also described.

Abstract: A new crystalline and anhydrous form of doxazosin mesylate is described. The new form is crystalline and anhydrous and is characterized in its X-ray spectrum by the following reflex positions of high and medium intensity: 10.68.degree., 14.45.degree., 17.37.degree., 23.45.degree., 23.82.degree. and 24.30 .degree.. Owing to its crystalline properties, the new form of doxazosin mesylate according to the invention has surprising advantages both with regard to its synthesis and for pharmaceutical processing into solid dosage forms. A process for preparing the new form of doxazosin mesylate and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the new form of doxazosin mesylate are also described.

Abstract: A new crystalline and anhydrous form of doxazosin mesylate is described. The new form is crystalline and anhydrous and is characterized in its X-ray spectrum by the following reflex positions of high and medium intensity: 15.40.degree., 16.85.degree., 18.06.degree., 24.15.degree. and 25.81.degree.. Owing to its crystalline properties, the new form of doxazosin mesylate according to the invention has surprising advantages both with regard to its synthesis and for pharmaceutical processing into solid dosage forms. A process for preparing the new form of doxazosin mesylate and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the new form of doxazosin mesylate are also described.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a crystalline form of trimetrexate either as a glucuronate, acetate, hydrochloride, methanosulfonate or lactate salt, which can be processed galenically as a stable, well-defined solid substance and processes for producing the crystalline forms. Such crystalline forms allow for prolonged stability in storage and for oral and intravenous administration of the drug.

Abstract: The present invention provides for a crystalline form of trimetrexate either as a glucuronate, acetate, hydrochloride, methanosulfonate or lactate salt, which can be processed galenically as a stable, well-defined solid substance and processes for producing the crystalline forms. Such crystalline forms allow for prolonged stability in storage and for oral and intravenous administration of the drug.

Abstract: A new imidazolyl propyl guanidine derivative corresponding to formula I ##STR1## is described, which is distinguished by a combination of particularly advantageous properties for the treatment of diseases of the heart and circulation.

Abstract: New diazine derivatives corresponding to the general formula I ##STR1## and the physiologically acceptable salts thereof are described. The compounds according to the invention are new positive inotropic compounds having a higher and/or more selective action than compounds hitherto known and are therefore suitable for the treatment and prevention of diseases of the heart and circulation.

Abstract: New benzimidazoles correponding to the general formula I ##STR1## are described, in which the pyridazinone ring is attached in the 5- or 6- position of the benzimidazole ring and R.sup.1 denotes a hydrogen atom or a straight chained or branched C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl group, R.sup.2 denotes a hydrogen atom, a straight chained or branched C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl group, a C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkoxy group, a hydroxy group, a halogen atom, an amino group or a nitro group, A denotes a hydrogen atom, a group of the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.3 denotes a hydrogen atom, an optionally substituted C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl group or a C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkoxy group and B denotes a cyano group, a benzoyl group or a phenylsulphonyl group, or A denotes a group of the formula ##STR3## in which m has the value 2 or 3 and n represents an integer from 1 to 6, and the physiologically acceptable salts thereof as well as processes for their preparation and pharmaceutical preparations.

Abstract: New 6-oxo-pyridazine derivatives corresponding to the general formula I ##STR1## which represent new, positive inotropic compounds having a higher and more selective inotropy-increasing activity are described.A process of preparation and the medical use of these substances or of a medicament containing these substances are also described.

Abstract: New benzimidazoles corresponding to the general formula I ##STR1## are described, in which the pyridazinone ring is attached in the 5- or 6- position of the benzimidazole ring and R.sup.1 denotes a hydrogen atom or a straight chained or branched C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl group, R.sup.2 denotes a hydrogen atom, a straight chained or branched C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl group, a C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkoxy group, a hydroxy group, a halogen atom, an amino group or a nitro group, A denotes a hydrogen atom, a group of the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.3 denotes a hydrogen atom, an optionally substituted C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkyl group or a C.sub.1 to C.sub.4 alkoxy group and B denotes a cyano group, a benzoyl group or a phenylsulphonyl group, or A denotes a group of the formula ##STR3## in which m has the value of 2 or 3 and n represents an integer from 1 to 6, and the physiologically acceptable salts thereof as well as processes for their preparation and pharmaceutical preparations containing these compounds.

Abstract: New 6-phenyldihydro-3(2H)-pyridazinones corresponding to the following general formula ##STR1## are described. These compounds are readily prepared in a form suitable for oral administration and are distinguished by a high positive inotropic action and have only a slight effect on blood pressure and cardiac frequency. A process for their preparation and pharmaceutical preparations containing these compounds are also described.

Abstract: New guanidine carboxylic acid esters corresponding to the general formula I ##STR1## and a process for the preparation of these compounds are described. The compounds according to the invention are H.sub.2 -agonists optionally having an additional H.sub.1 -antagonistic component. They are distinguished by their improved oral activity. The use of the above-mentioned guanidine carboxylic acid esters and of pharmaceutical preparations containing these esters is also described.

Abstract: New dihydropryidazinone derivatives corresponding to the following formula ##STR1## and a process for their preparation and pharmaceutical preparations containing these compounds are described. These compounds are effective positively inotropic substances with an improved therapeutic profile.

Abstract: New imidazolyl guanidine derivatives corresponding to the following general formula ##STR1## are described. These compounds may be used in cardiac diseases, certain forms of hypertension and in diseases of arterial occlusion on account of their agonistic action on histamine-H.sub.2 receptors and in part their additional H.sub.1 -antagonistic receptor activity.

Abstract: New compounds which act on the cardiac circulation and correspond to the general formula ##STR1## and may be used for the treatment of cardiac diseases, in certain forms of hypertension and in diseases of arterial occlusion are described.Methods of preparation for these compounds and medicaments containing these compounds are also described.

Abstract: Benzothiazole derivatives corresponding to the general formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 represent, independently of one another, a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, a linear C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -alkyl group or a linear C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -alkoxy group, R.sup.5 represents a hydrogen atom or a linear C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -alkyl group, R.sup.6 represents a hydrogen atom, and R.sup.7 represents a formyl group, a carbalkoxy group of the formula ##STR2## wherein R.sup.8 denotes a linear or branch chained C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl group, or it represents an acyl group of the formula ##STR3## wherein R.sup.9 denotes a linear C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 -alkyl group, or R.sup.6 and R.sup.7 together represent the group ##STR4## wherein R.sup.10 and R.sup.11 represent, independently of one another, a hydrogen atom or a linear C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl group or R.sup.6 and R.sup.7 represent the group ##STR5## wherein R.sup.12 and R.sup.13 represent, independently of one another, a linear C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Special pyrazole derivatives corresponding to the general formula I which have a highly selective action on histamine-H.sub.2 receptors are described. Compared with other drugs known to be effective in their action on histamine-H.sub.2 receptors, these compounds have improved pharmacological properties. A method of preparation of these compounds is also described.

Abstract: Alkanol derivatives corresponding to the general formula IR.sup.1 R.sup.2 N--(CH.sub.2).sub.m --Q--CH.sub.2 X--CH.sub.2 --Y--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --NHR.sup.3 (I)which have a highly selective action on histamine-H.sub.2 receptors are described. Due to this action, these compounds may advantageously be used for treatment of diseases caused by raised gastric secretion.

Abstract: Diamine derivatives corresponding to the general formula IR.sup.1 R.sup.2 N--(CH.sub.2).sub.m --Q--A--NH--R--NH--B--Q'--(CH.sub.2).sub.n NR.sup.3 R.sup.4 (I)which have a highly selective action on histamine-H.sub.2 receptors and are therefore suitable for use as anti-ulcerative agents are described. Processes for the preparation of these compounds and pharmaceutical preparations containing these compounds are also described.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical preparations having an antiphlogistic action are described. The preparations contain, as active ingredient, a benzazole derivative corresponding to the general tautomeric formulae I ##STR1## wherein X represents a sulphur or oxygen atom and R.sup.1 represents a hydrogen atom and R.sup.2 a hydroxymethyl, formyl, lower carbalkoxy or lower acyl group or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 together represent the group ##STR2## wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 denote, independently of one another, a hydrogen atom or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl group, or they contain a physiologically acceptable salt thereof. These pharmaceutical preparations are suitable in particular for the treatment of inflammatory conditions and for inhibiting the lipoxygenase and/or cyclooxygenase route of arachidonic acid metabolism.