1,3-diazoles Patents (Class 514/385)
  • Patent number: 7928131
    Abstract: Imidazole compounds, compositions, and methods of using them in leukocyte recruitment inhibition, in modulating H4 receptor expression, and in treating conditions such as inflammation, H4 receptor-mediated conditions, and related conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 8, 2007
    Date of Patent: April 19, 2011
    Assignee: Janssen Pharmaceutica NV
    Inventors: Daniel J. Buzard, James P. Edwards, David E. Kindrachuk, Jennifer D. Venable
  • Publication number: 20110086761
    Abstract: The present invention relates to fungicidal compositions and their use for controlling oomycete pathogen induced disease or diseases in one or more plants.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 13, 2010
    Publication date: April 14, 2011
    Applicant: DOW AGROSCIENCES LLC
    Inventors: Norman R. Pearson, Lei Liu, Robert J. Ehr, John M. Atkinson
  • Publication number: 20110086818
    Abstract: The invention features methods, compositions, and kits for selective inhibition of pain-and itch sensing neurons (nociceptors and pruriceptors) by drug molecules of small molecule weight, while minimizing effects on non-pain-sensing neurons or other types of cells.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 11, 2009
    Publication date: April 14, 2011
    Applicants: Presidents and Fellows of Harvard College, The General Hospital Corporation
    Inventors: Bruce P. Bean, Clifford J. Woolf
  • Patent number: 7923464
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel benzimidazole derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and methods of treatment therewith. The compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment of central nervous system diseases and disorders, which are responsive to modulation of the GABAA receptor complex, and in particular for combating anxiety and related diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 4, 2006
    Date of Patent: April 12, 2011
    Assignee: Neurosearch A/S
    Inventors: Janus S. Larsen, Lene Teuber, Philip K. Ahring, Elsebet Østergaard Nielsen, Naheed Mirza
  • Patent number: 7915246
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and pain in an animal subject. The method generally involves administering a therapeutically effective amount of a dual serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein said dual serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor compound is characterized by a non-tricyclic structure and an equal or greater inhibition of norepinephrine reuptake than serotonin reuptake. In particular, the use of milnacipran to treat FMS, CFS, and pain is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 22, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 29, 2011
    Assignee: Cypress Bioscience, Inc.
    Inventors: Jay D. Kranzler, Srinivas G. Rao
  • Patent number: 7902247
    Abstract: A compound having selective modulating activity at the alpha 2B and/or alpha 2C adrenergic receptor subtypes is represented by the general Formula 1: wherein n=1-4; X is C or N; R1-R6 can be the same or different and are independently selected from the group consisting of H, C1-6 alkyl, OCH3, OH, F, Cl, Br, CH2OH, CH2N(R7)2, C(O)R8, CH2CN, CF3; wherein R7 is H or C1-6 alkyl; and R8 is C1-6 alkyl or aryl. The compounds of Formula 1 can be incorporated in pharmaceutical compositions and used in methods of treatment of alpha 2 receptor mediated diseases and conditions.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: January 9, 2008
    Date of Patent: March 8, 2011
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc.
    Inventors: Santosh C. Sinha, Todd M. Heidelbaugh, Smita S. Bhat, Ken Chow, Michael E. Garst
  • Patent number: 7893096
    Abstract: The invention provides immunostimulatory compositions comprising a small molecule immuno-poteniator (SMIP) compound and methods of administration thereof. Also provided are methods of administering a SMIP compound in an effective amount to enhance the immune response of a subject to an antigen. Further provided are novel compositions and methods of administering SMIP compounds alone or in combination with another agent for the treatment of cancer, infectious diseases and/or allergies/asthma.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: March 29, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 22, 2011
    Assignee: Novartis Vaccines and Diagnostics, Inc.
    Inventor: Nicholas M. Valiante, Jr.
  • Patent number: 7888342
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and pain in an animal subject. The method generally involves administering a therapeutically effective amount of a dual serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein said dual serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor compound is characterized by a non-tricyclic structure and an equal or greater inhibition of norepinephrine reuptake than serotonin reuptake. In particular, the use of milnacipran to treat FMS, CFS, and pain is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: December 22, 2009
    Date of Patent: February 15, 2011
    Assignee: Cypress Bioscience, Inc.
    Inventors: Jay D. Kranzler, Srinivas G. Rao
  • Patent number: 7883716
    Abstract: A water dispersible granule formulation prepared by pulverized a part of active ingredients into fine particles under wet milling and pulverized another part of the active ingredients into coarse particles under dry milling, then kneading the both active ingredients for the granulation, and a process for producing the water dispersible granule formulation are disclosed. The water dispersible granule formulation according to the present invention is applicable for production of a water dispersible granule formulation comprising an active ingredient which is easily decomposed owing to environmental conditions and allows to provide the water dispersible granule formulation provided with enhanced initial and residual biological activities.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 25, 2003
    Date of Patent: February 8, 2011
    Assignee: Nippon Soda Co., Ltd.
    Inventor: Masahiro Suzuki
  • Patent number: 7879850
    Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of the following structure; A-Q-B—C-D that are useful for treating conditions or disorders associated with DGAT1 activity in animals, particularly humans.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 26, 2008
    Date of Patent: February 1, 2011
    Assignee: Novartis AG
    Inventors: Young-Shin Kwak, Gary Mark Coppola
  • Patent number: 7872032
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to 1,3,4-oxadiazalones, compounds of formula I and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts stereoisomers, tautomers, or solvates thereof. Novel compounds include those of formula I, in which radicals are as defined herein. The compounds of this invention are modulators of PPARdelta and therefore useful as pharmaceutical agents, especially for the treatment of demyelinating diseases and disorders of fatty acid metabolism and glucose utilization.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 20, 2009
    Date of Patent: January 18, 2011
    Assignees: Aventis Parmaceuticals Inc., Sanofi-Aventis Deutschland GmbH
    Inventors: Daniel G. McGarry, Jochen Goerlitzer, Stefanie Keil, Karen Chandross, Jean Merrill, Wolfgang Wendler
  • Publication number: 20100331186
    Abstract: Disclosed is an emulsifiable concentrate composition characterized by containing not less than 0.5% by weight but not more than 25% by weight of a hydrophobic agrochemically active compound, not less than 5% by weight but not more than 15% by weight of a surfactant, not less than 2% by weight but not more than 60% by weight of an aromatic hydrocarbon solvent, not less than 2% by weight but not more than 60% by weight of an ether compound represented by the following formula (1): R1—O-A1-O-A2-(O-A3)n—O—R2 (wherein R1 and R2 respectively represent a C1-C3 alkyl group; A1, A2 and A3 respectively represent an ethylene group or a propylene group; and n represents 0, 1 or 2), and not less than 12% by weight but not more than 90% by weight of 1,3-dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone. The emulsifiable concentrate composition is also characterized in that the weight ratio of 1,3-dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone to the ether compound (1,3-dimethyl-2-imidazolidinone:ether compound) is within the range from 1:0.03 to 1:2.
    Type: Application
    Filed: January 21, 2009
    Publication date: December 30, 2010
    Inventor: Yumiko Kozuki
  • Patent number: 7858652
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula I, wherein R1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and lower alkyl; each R2 is independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and lower alkyl; each R3 is independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, phenyloxy, benzyloxy, halogen and lower alkyl substituted by halogen; R4 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and lower alkyl; X is selected from the group consisting of —CH2—, —CH— and —O—; Y is selected from the group consisting of —CH2—, —CH2CH2—, —CH— and a bond; with the proviso that, when X is —O—, Y is —CH2—; Z is selected from the group consisting of —CH2— and —CH—; m is 1 or 2; and n is 1 or 2. The invention relates also to a pharmaceutically-acceptable acid-addition salt of such a compound, methods for making the compound, and a composition comprising such a compound.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 13, 2007
    Date of Patent: December 28, 2010
    Assignee: Hoffmann-La Roche Inc.
    Inventors: Guido Galley, Katrin Groebke Zbinden, Roger Norcross, Henri Stalder
  • Publication number: 20100323978
    Abstract: The present invention relates to a delivery system for ophthalmic drugs, and more particularly, to a non aqueous oil delivery system. Low concentrations of ophthalmic drugs suspended in an oil vehicle delivery system are as therapeutically effective in man and animals as the corresponding higher concentrations of ophthalmic drugs that are commercially used in aqueous solutions. Eye drops that utilize this nonaqueous oil delivery system, when used in man, are comfortable to use and produce little ocular irritation, have a longer shelf-life, low systemic toxic potential, and only short term blurring of vision. Using this nonaqueous oil delivery system, a single drop of ophthalmic drug with a concentration that is 10 times less than the same drug used in commercially available aqueous eye drops is as effective as the commercially available aqueous ophthalmic eye drops that require many applications to be effective.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 22, 2009
    Publication date: December 23, 2010
    Inventor: Calvin Hanna
  • Patent number: 7851626
    Abstract: There is provided a compound of formula I and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts and esters thereof wherein X1, X2, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are herein described. The compounds exhibit activity as anticancer agents.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 27, 2006
    Date of Patent: December 14, 2010
    Assignee: Hoffmann-La Roche Inc.
    Inventors: Qingjie Ding, Bradford James Graves, Norman Kong, Jin-Jun Liu, Allen John Lovey, Giacomo Pizzolato, John Lawson Roberts, Sung-Sau So, Binh Thanh Vu, Peter Michael Wovkulich
  • Publication number: 20100311770
    Abstract: The present invention provides in vitro assays, e.g., FtsZ GTPase assays, and/or in vivo assays and methods of use thereof to identify particular compounds and combinations of compounds that affect microbial cell division. The invention further provides such compounds and compound combinations, including combinations that result in inhibition of cell survival or growth when present together at concentrations below their individual MICs. Certain of the compound combinations display synergism. Certain of the combinations include a compound that inhibits FtsZ GTPase activity and a compound that inhibits cell growth by a mechanism other than inhibition of FtsZ GTPase activity. The present invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions that have anti-microbial activity and methods of treating microbial infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: June 14, 2006
    Publication date: December 9, 2010
    Applicants: President and Fellows of Harvard College, Trustees of Tufts College
    Inventors: Marc Kirschner, Debrabata RayChaudhuri
  • Publication number: 20100297113
    Abstract: This application describes quinone derivatives which target the redox site of Ape1/Ref1. Also included in the invention are pharmaceutical formulations containing the derivatives and therapeutic uses of the derivatives.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 22, 2008
    Publication date: November 25, 2010
    Inventors: Mark R. Kelley, Richard F. Borch, Rodney L. Nyland Ii
  • Publication number: 20100292263
    Abstract: Compounds of formula I: (wherein variables A, m, n, J, Re, Rf, R4, Ea, Eb, Ec, RPG and Y are as described herein) which are antagonists of CGRP receptors and which are useful in the treatment or prevention of diseases in which the CGRP is involved, such as migraine; and pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and the use of these compounds and compositions in the prevention or treatment of such diseases in which CGRP is involved.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 7, 2008
    Publication date: November 18, 2010
    Inventor: Michael R Wood
  • Patent number: 7834044
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula I wherein R1 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and lower alkyl; each R2 is independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen and lower alkyl; each R3 is independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, phenyloxy, benzyloxy, halogen and lower alkyl substituted by halogen; X is selected from the group consisting of —CH2—, —CH— and —O—; Y is selected from the group consisting of —CH2—, —CH— and a bond with the proviso that, when X is —O—, Y may not be a bond; Z is selected from the group consisting of —CH2— and —CH—; m is 0, 1 or 2; and n is 0, 1 or 2; and to pharmaceutically-acceptable acid addition salts of such compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 31, 2007
    Date of Patent: November 16, 2010
    Assignee: Hoffman-LaRoche Inc.
    Inventors: Guido Galley, Katrin Groebke Zbinden, Roger Norcross, Henri Stalder
  • Publication number: 20100286212
    Abstract: Compounds that are useful in treating or preventing viral infections, such as influenza, are described herein. Further described are compositions made from these compounds and methods for using the compounds and their compositions in treating or preventing viral infections.
    Type: Application
    Filed: October 31, 2008
    Publication date: November 11, 2010
    Applicant: THE UAB RESEARCH FOUNDATION
    Inventors: Ming Luo, Zhen Yang
  • Patent number: 7825084
    Abstract: Provided are compositions comprising beta-alanylhistidine peptides and beta-alanines, and methods for administering these peptides and amino acids. In one aspect, the compositions and methods cause an increase in the blood plasma concentrations of beta-alanine and/or creatine.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: November 2, 2010
    Assignee: Natural Alternatives International, Inc.
    Inventors: Roger Harris, Mark Dunnett
  • Patent number: 7820643
    Abstract: The present invention provides a method of treating fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), and pain in an animal subject. The method generally involves administering a therapeutically effective amount of a dual serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein said dual serotonin norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor compound is characterized by a non-tricyclic structure and an equal or greater inhibition of norepinephrine reuptake than serotonin reuptake. In particular, the use of milnacipran to treat FMS, CFS, and pain is disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 18, 2003
    Date of Patent: October 26, 2010
    Assignee: Cypress Bioscience, Inc.
    Inventors: Jay D. Kranzler, Srinivas G. Rao
  • Patent number: 7812041
    Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the general formula (I) and salts and physiologically functional derivatives thereof, wherein R1 is independently hydrogen; alkyl, cycloalkyl, hydroxyalkyl, haloalkyl, haloalkyloxy, aryl, substituted aryl, heteroaryl, substituted heteroaryl, arylalkyl or substituted arylalkyl; R2 is independently —NR3R4, R3 is independently alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy, alkylamine, —OH, —SH, alkylthio, hydroxyalkyl, haloalkyl, haloalkyloxy, aryl or heteroaryl, R4 is independently alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy, alkylamine, alkylthio, hydroxyalkyl, haloalkyl, haloalkyloxy, aryl or heteroaryl; R5 is independently H, COR6, CO2R6, SOR6, SO3R6, alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy, —NH2, alkylamine, —NR7COR6, halogen, —OH, —SH, alkylthio, hydroxyalkyl, haloalkyl, haloalkyloxy, aryl or heteroaryl; R6 is independently H, alkyl, cycloalkyl, —NH2, alkylamine, aryl or heteroaryl; R7 is independently H, alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy, —OH, —SH, alkylthio, hydroxyalkyl, aryl, or heteroaryl; p is 0, or 1;
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 29, 2005
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: 4SC AG
    Inventors: Johann Leban, Harald Schmitt, Kristina Wolf, Stefano Pegoraro, Andreas Wuzik
  • Patent number: 7812046
    Abstract: Methods are provided for treating or prophylactically preventing metabolic disorders in humans without causing, promoting, or aggravating fluid retention, peripheral edema, pulmonary edema, or congestive heart failure, by administration of a therapeutically effective amount of a compound sufficient to partially or fully activate peroxisome proliferator activated receptors (PPARs) and partially or fully inhibit, antagonize or block the activity of angiotensin II type 1 receptors. Metabolic disorders that can be treated or prevented include but are not limited to type 2 diabetes, the metabolic syndrome, prediabetes, and other insulin resistance syndromes.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 27, 2007
    Date of Patent: October 12, 2010
    Assignee: Bethesda Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventor: Harrihar A. Pershadsingh
  • Publication number: 20100247606
    Abstract: Biocompatible, bioerodible sustained release implants and microspheres for intracameral or anterior vitreal placement include an anti-hypertensive agent and a biodegradable polymer effective to treat an ocular hypertensive condition (such as glaucoma) by relapsing therapeutic amount of the anti-hypertensive agent over a period of time between 10 days and 1 year.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 25, 2009
    Publication date: September 30, 2010
    Applicant: ALLERGAN, INC.
    Inventors: Michael R. ROBINSON, James A. Burke, Hui Liu, Werhner C. Orilla, Lon T. Spada, Scott Whitcup, Alazar N. Ghebremskel, Patrick M. Hughes, Kun Xu, Marianne M. Do
  • Patent number: 7803826
    Abstract: The present invention provides a compound represented by formula (I): wherein n is an integer selected from 1 to 20, Q is A is cyano or the like; B is hydrogen, halogen, or the like; X1 and X2 are each independently selected from O and S; E is a C1-4 alkyl group; and R1, R2, R3 and R4 are each independently selected from a hydrogen atom and a C1-C6 alkyl group, and a drug, a pharmaceutical composition containing the compound, and the like.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 3, 2005
    Date of Patent: September 28, 2010
    Assignee: Chugai Seiyaku Kabushiki Kaisha
    Inventors: Kazutaka Tachibana, Haruhiko Sato, Masateru Ohta, Mitsuaki Nakamura, Takuya Shiraishi, Ikuhiro Imaoka, Hitoshi Yoshino, Masahiro Nagamuta, Hiromitsu Kawata
  • Patent number: 7799797
    Abstract: Compounds of the formula I: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein m, q, Ar, R1, R2 and R7 are as defined herein. Also provided are methods for preparing, compositions comprising, and methods for using compounds of formula I.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 20, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 21, 2010
    Assignee: Roche Palo Alto LLC
    Inventor: Ralph New Harris, III
  • Patent number: 7795287
    Abstract: A compound having a structure is disclosed herein. Therapeutic methods, compositions, and medicaments related thereto are also disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 30, 2007
    Date of Patent: September 14, 2010
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc.
    Inventor: David W. Old
  • Publication number: 20100222333
    Abstract: Topically applicable pharmaceutical compositions contain at least one pharmaceutically active agent and an effective antimicrobial amount of a preservative excipient mixture and devoid of such amount of known preservative(s) as would otherwise itself impart an effective antimicrobial action thereto.
    Type: Application
    Filed: March 10, 2010
    Publication date: September 2, 2010
    Applicant: GALDERMA RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT
    Inventor: Lydie MAITRE
  • Patent number: 7776900
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel benzimidazole derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and methods of treatment therewith. The compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment of central nervous system diseases and disorders, which are responsive to modulation of the GABAA receptor complex, and in particular for combating anxiety and related diseases.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 18, 2006
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: Neurosearch A/S
    Inventors: Lene Teuber, Janus S. Larsen, Philip K. Ahring, Elsebet Østergaard Nielsen, Naheed Mirza
  • Patent number: 7776899
    Abstract: Improved drug compositions and methods useful in the treatment of male erectile dysfunction. An optimized mixture of the drugs phentolamine mesylate, papaverine hydrochloride, and alprostadil in a buffer containing L-arginine and glycine is to be injected into the penile tissue to produce an erection in otherwise impotent men.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: November 3, 2003
    Date of Patent: August 17, 2010
    Assignee: Repros Therapeutics Inc.
    Inventor: Joseph S. Podolski
  • Patent number: 7754750
    Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I) wherein z is SO2 or SO, useful as metalloproteinase inhibitors, especially as inhibitors of MMP12.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 6, 2008
    Date of Patent: July 13, 2010
    Assignee: AstraZeneca AB
    Inventors: Anders Eriksson, Matti Lepistö, Michael Lundkvist, Magnus Munck Af Rosenschöld, Pavol Zlatoidsky
  • Patent number: 7737283
    Abstract: Novel compounds and methods of using those compounds for the treatment of inflammatory conditions are provided. In a preferred embodiment, modulation of the activation state of p38 kinase protein comprises the step of contacting the kinase protein with the novel compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 9, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 15, 2010
    Assignee: Deciphera Pharmaceuticals, LLC
    Inventors: Daniel L. Flynn, Peter A. Petillo
  • Patent number: 7732473
    Abstract: Described herein are new bicyclic arylimidazolones having nootropic action (i.e., protecting and stimulating cerebral functions), analgesic action and anti hyperalgesic action; also described is the process for their preparation and pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, useful for the treatment of cognitive deficits, and of various types of pain.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 13, 2009
    Date of Patent: June 8, 2010
    Assignee: Neurotune AG
    Inventors: Carlo Farina, Stefania Gagliardi, Carlo Parini, Marisa Martinelli, Carla Ghelardini
  • Patent number: 7728026
    Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) inhibit the PARP enzyme and are useful for treating a disease or a disorder associated with PARP. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of Formula (I), method of treatment comprising compounds of Formula (I), and methods of inhibiting the PARP enzyme comprising compound of Formula (I).
    Type: Grant
    Filed: April 11, 2006
    Date of Patent: June 1, 2010
    Assignee: Abbott Laboratories, Inc.
    Inventors: Gui-Dong Zhu, Virajkumar B. Gandhi, Jianchun Gong, Thomas D. Penning, Vincent L. Giranda, Sheela Thomas
  • Publication number: 20100130432
    Abstract: This invention relates to non-natural desamino amino acid compounds, methods of making, and peptides containing these compounds as their N-terminus moieties. A preferred example is neurotensin (8-13) in which the N terminus is an alpha desamino N,N dimethyl homolysine residue.
    Type: Application
    Filed: December 15, 2006
    Publication date: May 27, 2010
    Inventors: Justin O. Brower, Thomas A. Dix
  • Patent number: 7718684
    Abstract: A modest (2-5 fold) increase in androgen receptor (AR) mRNA is the only expression change consistently associated with developing resistance to antiandrogen therapy. Increased levels of AR confer resistance to anti-androgens by amplifying signal output from low levels of residual ligand and altering the normal response to antagonists. This invention provides cell based assays for use in the examination of new therapeutic modalities and provides for the design of novel antiandrogen compounds.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: February 23, 2005
    Date of Patent: May 18, 2010
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Michael E. Jung, Samedy Ouk, Charles L. Sawyers, Charlie D. Chen, Derek Welsbie
  • Publication number: 20100113544
    Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a cerebral infarction suppressant which is effective for brain tissue necrosis after long-time ischemia as in actual cerebral infarction and has fewer side effects. The cerebral infarction suppressant of the present invention is characterized in that histidine is contained and the cerebral infarction is attributed to long-time ischemia.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 1, 2005
    Publication date: May 6, 2010
    Applicant: Ehime University
    Inventors: Naoto Adachi, Keyue Liu, Tatsuru Arai
  • Patent number: 7709517
    Abstract: The present invention relates to diarylhydantoin compounds, including diarylthiohydantoins, and methods for synthesizing them and using them in the treatment of hormone refractory prostate cancer.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 15, 2006
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2010
    Assignee: The Regents of the University of California
    Inventors: Charles L. Sawyers, Michael E. Jung, Charlie D. Chen, Samedy Ouk, Derek Welsbie, Chris Tran, John Wongvipat, Dongwon Yoo
  • Patent number: 7709514
    Abstract: Methods of inhibiting the cytokine or biological activity of Macrophage Migration Inhibitory Factor (MIF) comprising contacting MIF with a compound of formula (I) as defined herein, is provided. The invention also relates to methods of treating diseases or conditions where MIF cytokine or biological activity is implicated comprising administration of compounds of formula (I), either alone or as part of a combination therapy. Novel heterocyclic compounds are also provided for.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: June 6, 2003
    Date of Patent: May 4, 2010
    Assignee: Cortical Pty Ltd
    Inventors: Eric Francis Morand, Magdy Naguib Iskander, Basil Danylec
  • Patent number: 7700638
    Abstract: This invention relates to novel 1,5,7-trisubstituted benzimidazole derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and methods of treatment therewith. The compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment of central nervous system diseases and disorders, which are responsive to modulation of the GABAA receptor complex.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 20, 2004
    Date of Patent: April 20, 2010
    Assignees: N. V. Organon, Neurosearch A/S
    Inventors: Niall Morton Hamilton, Susan Elizabeth Napier, Morag Ann MacCall Easson, Andrew John Cooke, Lene Teuber, Naheed Mirza, Frank Wätjen
  • Publication number: 20100081678
    Abstract: Indole derivatives that are useful in the treatment of cancer as a chemotherapeutic agent or radiosensitizing agent.
    Type: Application
    Filed: September 30, 2009
    Publication date: April 1, 2010
    Inventors: Peter A. Crooks, Thirupathi R. Yerramreddy, Narsimha R. Penthala, Michael L. Freeman, Sekhar R. Konjeti
  • Patent number: 7683089
    Abstract: Compounds of Formula 1 where the variables have the meaning defined in the specification are agonists of alpha2 adrenergic receptors. Several compounds of the disclosure are specific or selective to alpha2B and/or alpha2C adrenergic receptors in preference over alpha2A adrenergic receptors. Additionally some of the claimed compounds have no or only minimal cardivascular and/or sedatory activity. The compounds of Formula 1 are useful as medicaments in mammals, including humans, for treatment of diseases and or alleviations of conditions which are responsive to treatment by agonists of alpha2 adrenergic receptors. Compounds of Formula 1 which have no significant cardiovascular and/or sedatory activity are useful for treating pain and other conditions with minimal side effects.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 20, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 23, 2010
    Assignee: Allergan, Inc
    Inventors: Todd M. Heidelbaugh, Ken Chow, Phong X. Nguyen, Daniel W. Gil, John E. Donello, Michael E. Garst, Larry A. Wheeler
  • Patent number: 7678778
    Abstract: The present disclosure relates to salts and compositions of isophosphoramide mustard and isophosphoramide mustard analogs. In one embodiment the salts can be represented by the formula wherein A+ represents an ammonium species selected from the protonated (conjugate acid) or quaternary forms of aliphatic amines and aromatic amines, including basic amino acids, heterocyclic amines, substituted and unsubstituted pyridines, guanidines and amidines; and X and Y independently represent leaving groups. Also disclosed herein are methods for making such compounds and formulating pharmaceutical compositions thereof. Methods for administering the disclosed compounds to subjects, particularly to treat hyperproliferative disorders, also are disclosed.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 25, 2005
    Date of Patent: March 16, 2010
    Assignee: DEKK-TEC, Inc.
    Inventor: Lee Roy Morgan
  • Patent number: 7662844
    Abstract: Compounds of the formula and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein n1, n2, n3, n4, G1, Q1, Z, R1, R2, R3, R4a, R4b, R5a, and R5b are defined herein, inhibit the cytochrome P450RAI enzyme and are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of various diseases and conditions which respond to treatment by retinoids and by naturally occurring retinoic acid.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: July 12, 2004
    Date of Patent: February 16, 2010
    Assignee: OSI Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
    Inventors: Vanessa Smith, Anthony Nigro, Mark Mulvihill, Cara Cesario, Patricia Anne Beck, Arlindo L. Castelhano
  • Patent number: 7659300
    Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds of Formula I: I (where A1, A2, B, J, K, m, n, R4, R5a, R5b and R5c are as defined herein) useful as antagonists of CGRP receptors and useful in the treatment or prevention of diseases in which the CGRP is involved, such as headache, migraine and cluster headache. The invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and the use of these compounds and compositions in the prevention or treatment of such diseases in which CGRP is involved.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: September 6, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Assignee: Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp.
    Inventors: Ian M. Bell, Craig A. Stump
  • Patent number: 7659294
    Abstract: The present invention encompasses compounds of Formula I: as well as the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The compounds are S1P1/Edg1 receptor agonists and thus have immunosuppressive, anti-inflammatory and hemostatic activities by modulating leukocyte trafficking, sequestering lymphocytes in secondary lymphoid tissues, and enhancing vascular integrity. The invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and methods of treatment or prevention.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: October 18, 2005
    Date of Patent: February 9, 2010
    Assignee: Merck & Co., Inc.
    Inventors: Jeffrey John Hale, Lin Yan
  • Publication number: 20100029700
    Abstract: Novel acetophenone compounds of formula (I), compositions containing (I), processes for the preparation of (I), and use of (I) as inhibitors of the glycine transporter, are provided. Definitions of Ar, R5, R6, R7, R8 and n are provided in the specification.
    Type: Application
    Filed: April 10, 2007
    Publication date: February 4, 2010
    Inventors: Clive Leslie Branch, Howard Marshall, David John Nash, Roderick Alan Porter
  • Patent number: 7652148
    Abstract: Polyimidazoline molecules and methods of making them are provided. A representative polyimidazoline has a structure: wherein: X is trifluoroacetyl or trifluoromethanesulfonyl; R1, R2, and R3 are each independently selected from a hydrogen, C1-C4 alkyl, C3-C7 cyclic alkyl, C1-C4 alkoxy, alcohol, and halogen; and n is 1 to 3.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: August 29, 2008
    Date of Patent: January 26, 2010
    Assignee: Xerox Corporation
    Inventors: Adrien Pierre Côté, Matthew A. Heuft
  • Patent number: 7645784
    Abstract: Compounds of formula I, wherein R1, m, R2, R3, p, n, R5 and R9 are as defined as in the specification, salts, solvates or solvated salts thereof, processes for their preparation, intermediates used in the preparation thereof, pharmaceutical formulations containing said compounds and the use of said compounds in therapy.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 13, 2004
    Date of Patent: January 12, 2010
    Assignee: AstraZeneca AB
    Inventors: Yevgeni Besidski, Inger Kers, Martin Nylöf, Didier Rotticci, Andis Slaitas, Mats Svensson