Abstract: The present invention concerns an enantiomer R of a compound of Formula (I), wherein X is —NH—R1 or of Formula (V) or (VI), R1 is —(CH2)n—R2, R2 is a linear, branched or cyclic C1C6 aliphatic group, —O—(CH2)n—CH3, —NH—CO—(CH2)n—CH3, a 5- or 6-membered aliphatic or aromatic ring optionally comprising a heteroatom, a 5- or 6-membered aromatic ring substituted by one or two substituents, said substituents being selected from the group consisting of —OH, —O(alkyl C1C3) and —OCO(alkyl C1C3), or of Formula (V), R3 is H or a C1-C3 aliphatic group and R4 is a linear C1-C3 or a branched C3-C12 aliphatic group, or R3 is a C1-C3 aliphatic group and R4 is a linear C1-C12 aliphatic group, Y is O, CH—(CH2)n—CH3 or N(CO)(CH2)n—CH3, and n is an integer from O to 6.

Abstract: The present invention is related to N-hydroxyamide derivatives of Formula (I) and use thereof, in particular for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, respiratory diseases and fibrosis, including multiple sclerosis, arthritis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, liver and pulmonary fibrosis.

Abstract: Chemical entities that are bufalin derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment of cancer are described.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel compounds of Formula (I) pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pro-drugs thereof, biologically active metabolites thereof, isomers thereof or stereoisomers thereof wherein the variables are as defined herein. The compounds of Formula (I) are useful as chemokine receptor antagonists and as such would be useful in treating certain conditions and diseases, especially inflammatory conditions and diseases and proliferative disorders and conditions, for example, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, multiple sclerosis and asthma.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) P—W—C(?X)-L-Q??(I) wherein P is an optionally substituted aryl or heteroaryl group; W is an optionally substituted 6 or 7-membered aliphatic ring comprising ring atoms Y1 and Y2 independently selected from Oxygen and Nitrogen, X is selected from Oxygen, Nitrogen and Sulphur; L is an optional C1-4 linker; and Q is an optionally substituted 4-7 membered aliphatic ring: for use in the treatment of chemokine mediated diseases or disorders.

Abstract: The application discloses ketoconazole derivatives that are antagonists of the human pregnane X receptor (PXR), methods of preparing the derivatives, uses of the derivatives with drug therapy, and methods of inhibiting tumor cell proliferation and multidrug resistance using inhibitors of PXR.

Abstract: The present invention is related to N-hydroxyamide derivatives of Formula (I) and use thereof in particular for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, respiratory diseases and fibrosis, including multiple sclerosis, arthritis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, liver and pulmonary fibrosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound represented by the formula (I): (wherein, R3, R6, R7 and R21 are the same as or different from one another and each represents a hydroxyl group etc.), a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof or a hydrate of them. The compound (I) of the present invention suppresses angiogenesis, in particular, suppresses VEGF production in a hypoxic condition and is useful as a therapeutic agent for treating solid cancer.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds, compositions and methods for treating various diseases, syndromes, conditions and disorders, including pain. Such compounds are represented by Formula (I) as follows: wherein Y, Z, R1, and s are defined herein.

Abstract: An initiator compound comprising an aryl or heteroaryl thioacetal including a substituent defined by the formula where x is an integer from 1 to about 5, y is an integer from 1 to about 5, the sum of x and y is from about 3 to about 6, ? is carbon, sulfur, oxygen, silicon, or an amino group, and each R1 is individually hydrogen or a monovalent organic group or where two or more R1 groups may join to form one or more rings.

Abstract: The present invention is related to N-hydroxyamide derivatives of Formula (I): and use thereof in particular for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, respiratory diseases and fibrosis, including multiple sclerosis, arthritis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, liver and pulmonary fibrosis.

Abstract: The use of a compound of formula I wherein Y is a single bond, C?O, C?S or S(O)m where m is 0, 1 or 2; the ring is a 6-membered aromatic or is a 5 or 6 membered heteroaromatic ring; Ra, R1, R2, R4 and R8 are specified organic groups; n and p are independently 0-4; or salts or N-oxides thereof or compositions containing them in controlling insects, acarines, nematodes or molluscs. Novel compounds are also provided.

Abstract: The present application relates to new compounds of formula (I), to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, to processes for their preparation, and to the use of the compounds as leptin receptor modulator mimetics in the preparation of medicaments against conditions associated with weight gain, type 2 diabetes and dyslipidemias.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: wherein: A is C1-6alkyl, C3-6cycloalkyl, —CH2—R6, —CHMe-R7, —CMe2-R7, or optionally substituted aryl; wherein, when A is optionally substituted aryl, said aryl group is optionally substituted with 1 to 3 substituents, which may be the same or different, selected from the group consisting of halogen, C1-6alkyl, —CF3, C1-4alkoxy, C1fluoroalkoxy, cyano, NR8R9, and pyridyl wherein the pyridyl is optionally substituted by one methyl; R1 is chlorine, fluorine, —CF3, cyano or C1-6alkyl; R2, R3 and R5 independently are hydrogen, fluorine, chlorine, —CF3, cyano or C1-6alkyl, such that at least one of R2, R3 and R5 is other than hydrogen; R4 is hydrogen. These compounds and salts are thought to be P2X7 receptor antagonists. The invention also provides for the treatment of pain, inflammation, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, or a neurodegenerative disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new azetidine compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and the use of said compounds in the treatment of functional gastrointestinal disorders, IBS and functional dyspepsia. The compounds are neurokinin (NK) antagonists. The present invention further relates to processes for the preparation of the compounds.

Abstract: The presently disclosed subject matter is directed to metallo-oxidoreductase inhibitors having metal binding moities linked to a targeting moiety through a linking group or a direct bond, methods for screening for metallo-oxidoreductase inhibitors, and methods of treating an oxidoreductase related disorder by administering a metallo-oxidoreductase inhibitor to a subject in need of treatment thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 proteins, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which is expressed anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 protein.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to multiple a-lipoic acid-containing hydrophobic compounds (mALAs) capable of acting as scavengers of free radicals, metals and reactive oxygen species (ROS). Methods of synthesizing novel antioxidant mALAs, spontaneous emulsification or nanoprecipitaion thereof to produce antioxidant nanospheres and their use in preventing or treating diseases or conditions caused by oxidative stress and other free radical mediated conditions are also described. Another aspect of this invention is the use of these antioxidant nanospheres for the preparation of antioxidant particulate delivery system of therapeutic agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) in which y, m, n, R1, R2 and Q are as defined in the specification, a process for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy.

Abstract: The present invention provides the compound of formula (I) in a solid form which, as a bulk medicament for pharmaceutical manufacture, is uniform, has a high purity, and is easy to work with. The invention further provides a process for preparing this compound, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the same. A solid form of (8E,12E,14E)-7-{(4-cycloheptylpiperazin-1-yl)carbonyl}oxy-3,6,16,21-tetrahydroxy-6,10,12,16,20-pentamethyl-18,19-epoxytricosa-8,12,14-trien-11-olide which has uniform specifications and is easy to work with was developed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 1-(1-methylethyl)-4-{[4-(tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-yloxy)phenyl]carbonyl}piperazine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, in particular the hydrochloride salt thereof and crystalline forms of the hydrochloride salt; to processes for the preparation of the compound or its salt; to compositions containing it; and to its use in the treatment or prophylaxis of neurological or psychiatric diseases, such as cognitive impairment, fatigue or a sleep disorder, for example in a mammal such as a human. The compound or a salt thereof has affinity for and is an antagonist and/or inverse agonist of the histamine H3 receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for producing a 12-membered ring macrolide compound expected as a prophylactic or therapeutic agent for solid tumors and the like, and a production intermediate thereof. In detail, by acetalizing hydroxyl groups at 6- and 7-positions of a 12-membered ring macrolide compound being a raw material with dialkyl tin (IV) oxide and, after that, reacting the product with a carbamoyl halide derivative, the 7-position urethane derivative of the 12-membered ring macrolide compound being the target is effectively produced, without protecting hydroxyl groups at other positions.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 proteins, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which is expressed anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 protein.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 proteins, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which is expressed anti-apoptotic Bcl-2 protein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to prodrugs of a class of sulfonamides which are aspartyl protease inhibitors. In one embodiment, this invention relates to a novel class of prodrugs of HIV aspartyl protease inhibitors characterized by favorable aqueous solubility, high oral bioavailability and facile in vivo generation of the active ingredient. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these prodrugs. The prodrugs and pharmaceutical compositions of this invention are particularly well suited for decreasing the pill burden and increasing patient compliance. This invention also relates to methods of treating mammals with these prodrugs and pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) with the substituents as defined herein, and uses thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds of Formula I: which are modulators of chemokine receptors. The compounds of the invention, and compositions thereof, are useful in the treatment of diseases related to chemokine receptor expression and/or activity.

Abstract: The present invention describes polymers containing 1,2-dithiolanes capable of acting as scavengers of free radicals, metals and reactive oxygen species. Also described are methods of synthesizing the antioxidant 1,2-dithiolane derivatives and polymerization thereof to produce biodegradable antioxidant polymers. The antioxidant polymers of the present invention may be used to treat diseases or conditions caused by oxidative stress and other free radical mediated conditions. The antioxidant polymers may also be used for the preparation of antioxidant particulate delivery devices of therapeutic agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a sulfonamide derivative which is useful as an active ingredient of pharmaceutical preparations. The sulfonamide derivatives of the present invention have CCR3 (CC type chemokine receptor) antagonistic activity, and can be used for the prophylaxis and treatment of diseases associated with CCR3 activity, in particular for the treatment of asthma, atopic dermatitis, allergic rhinitis and other inflammatory/immunological disorders.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a breast cancer resistance protein (BCRP/ABCG2) inhibitor. The BCRP inhibitor contains, as an active ingredient, an acrylonitrile derivative represented by formula (1): wherein one of R1 and R2 represents a cyano group and the other represents a hydrogen atom; Ar1 represents a group selected from among the groups represented by formulas (2) to (4): and Ar2 represents an aromatic hydrocarbon group having a condensed ring which may be substituted by a halogen atom, or a group selected from among the groups represented by the following formulas (5) to (15): or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Provided herein are 5-demethoxyfumagillol and its derivatives. Also provided herein are methods of making the 5-demethoxyfumagillol and derivatives. Also provided herein are biological activities of the 5-demethoxyfumagillol and derivatives and methods of using same for treating diseases.

Abstract: To provide a novel and excellent agent for treating or preventing nociceptive pain, neuropathic pain, cancer pain, headache, bladder function disorder and the like, based on the inhibitory action on the capsaicin receptor VR1 activation. The present invention was accomplished by confirming that a benzamide derivative characterized by the possession of a benzene ring in which a single ring is condensed on the nitrogen atom of amido group and possession of a lower alkylamino or an amino group substituted with a ring group at the neighboring position of said amido group has a strong inhibitory action on VR1 activation and excellent pharmacological actions based on this and by finding that it can become an excellent agent for treating or preventing VR1-involved diseases such as nociceptive pain, neuropathic pain, cancer pain, headache, bladder function disorder and the like.

Abstract: A method of measuring the binding activity of a test compound to a splicing factor 3b (SF3b), which comprises the following steps of: (a) contacting a labeled pladienolide compound and a test compound with a cell or a cell fraction; and (b) measuring the distribution of the bound labeled compound. The method enables to screen for a novel active compound capable of acting on (binding to) a pladienolide target molecule or the like.

Abstract: A compound represented by the following general formula (I): (I) wherein R7 and R21 are the same or different and each represents optionally substituted C2-22 alkoxy, etc.; a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or hydrates of the same. The compound (1) inhibits angiogenesis and inhibits the production of VEGF particularly under hypoxic conditions, which makes it useful as a remedy for solid cancer.

Abstract: A compound of formula wherein the substituents are as described in the specification for the treatment of psychoses, pain, neurodegenerative disfunction in memory and learning, schizophrenia, dementia and other diseases in which cognitive processes are impaired, such as attention deficit disorders or Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 1-(1-methylethyl)-4-{[4-(tetrahydro-2H-pyran-4-yloxy)phenyl]carbonyl}piperazine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, in particular the hydrochloride salt thereof and crystalline forms of the hydrochloride salt; to processes for the preparation of the compound or its salt; to compositions containing it; and to its use in the treatment or prophylaxis of neurological or psychiatric diseases, such as cognitive impairment, fatigue or a sleep disorder, for example in a mammal such as a human. The compound or a salt thereof has affinity for and is an antagonist and/or inverse agonist of the histamine H3 receptor.

Abstract: A compound represented by the following general formula (1) or (100), a salt thereof or a hydrate of the foregoing has excellent cell adhesion inhibitory action and cell infiltration inhibitory action. wherein R10 represents 5- to 10-membered cycloalkyl etc. optionally substituted with hydroxyl etc., R30, R31 and R32 may be the same or different and each represents hydrogen etc., R40 represents C1-10 alkyl etc. optionally substituted with hydroxyl etc., n represents an integer of 0, 1 or 2, X1 represents CH or nitrogen, and R20, R21, R22 and R23 may be the same or different and each represents hydrogen etc.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel compounds of Formula (I) pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pro-drugs thereof, biologically active metabolites thereof, isomers thereof or stereoisomers thereof wherein the variables are as defined herein. The compounds of Formula (I) are useful as chemokine receptor antagonists and as such would be useful in treating certain conditions and diseases, especially inflammatory conditions and diseases and proliferative disorders and conditions, for example, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, multiple sclerosis and asthma.

Abstract: A cytotoxic agent comprising one or more taxanes linked to a cell binding agent. A therapeutic composition for killing selected cell populations comprising: (A) a cytotoxic amount of one or more taxanes covalently bonded to a cell binding agent through a linking group, and (B) a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent or excipient. A method for killing selected cell populations comprising contacting target cells or tissue containing target cells with an effective amount of a cytotoxic agent comprising one or more taxanes linked to a cell binding agent. Novel sulfur-containing taxanes.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to arylalkyl- and cycloalkylalkyl-piperazine derivatives, compositions containing these derivatives, and methods of their use for the prevention and treatment of conditions ameliorated by monoamine reuptake including, inter alia, vasomotor symptoms (VMS), sexual dysfunction, gastrointestinal and genitourinary disorders, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromylagia syndrome, nervous system disorders, and combinations thereof, particularly those conditions selected from the group consisting of major depressive disorder, vasomotor symptoms, stress and urge urinary incontinence, fibromyalgia, pain, diabetic neuropathy, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I): or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, or esters thereof, are useful in treating diseases or conditions mediated by CB1 receptors, such as metabolic syndrome and obesity, neuroinflammatory disorders, cognitive disorders and psychosis, addiction (e.g., smoking cessation), gastrointestinal disorders, and cardiovascular conditions.

Abstract: The invention relates to compound of the formula I wherein the substituents are as defined in the specification; in free base form or in acid addition salt form; to its preparation, to its use as medicament and to medicaments comprising it.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to alkanoyl and cycloalkanoyl-amine derivatives, compositions containing these derivatives, and methods of their use for the prevention and treatment of conditions ameliorated by monoamine reuptake including, inter alia, vasomotor symptoms (VMS), sexual dysfunction, gastrointestinal and genitourinary disorders, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromylagia syndrome, nervous system disorders, and combinations thereof, particularly those conditions selected from the group consisting of major depressive disorder, vasomotor symptoms, stress and urge urinary incontinence, fibromyalgia, pain, diabetic neuropathy, and combinations thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula (I): or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, prodrug or solvate thereof, wherein ring B represents a monocyclic aryl ring having six ring atoms or a monocyclic heteroaryl ring having up to six ring atoms and containing one or more ring heteroatoms wherein each said heteroatom is nitrogen; R2 represents a group selected from C1-6 alkyl or aryl, which said group is substituted by one or more fluorine groups; n is 1, 2 or 3; and R1 represents an optionally substituted group selected from C1-6 alkyl, C5-7 cycloalkyl, heterocycloalkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, C1-6 alkyl-aryl, C1-6 alkyl-heteroaryl, C1-6 alkyl-cycloalkyl or C1-6 alkyl-heterocycloalkyl. Processes for their preparation; pharmaceutical compositions containing them; and their use in the treatment of a disease condition mediated by one or more metalloproteinase enzymes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel benzyl(idene)-lactam derivatives, compounds of the formula I wherein R1 is a group of the formula G1 or G2 depicted below, wherein R1, R3, R6, R13 X, a, n and m are as defined herein, their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, and pharmaceutical compositions which include selective antagonists, inverse agonists and partial agonists of serotonin 1 (5-HT1) receptors, specifically, of one or both of the 5-HT1A and 5-HT1B receptors. The compounds of the invention are useful in treating or preventing depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) and other disorders for which a 5-HT1 agonist or antagonist is indicated and have reduced potential for cardiac side effects, in particular QTc prolongation.

Abstract: A cytotoxic agent comprising one or more taxanes linked to a cell binding agent. A therapeutic composition for killing selected cell populations comprising: (A) a cytotoxic amount of one or more taxanes covalently bonded to a cell binding agent through a linking group, and (B) a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, diluent or excipient. A method for killing selected cell populations comprising contacting target cells or tissue containing target cells with an effective amount of a cytotoxic agent comprising one or more taxanes linked to a cell binding agent. Novel sulfur-containing taxanes.

Abstract: The invention concerns substituted tricyclic isoxazoline derivatives according to Formula (I), the pharmaceutically acceptable acid or base addition salts thereof, the stereochemically isomeric forms thereof and the N-oxide form thereof, more in particular tricyclic dihydrobenzopyranoisoxazoline, dihydroquinolinoisoxazoline, dihydronaphthalenoisoxazoline and dihydrobenzothiopyranoisoxazoline derivatives substituted on the phenylpart of the tricyclic moiety with at least one radical that is attached to the phenyl radical by a carbon-carbon bond as well as processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and their use as a medicine, in particular for treating depression, anxiety, movement disorders, psychosis, Parkinson's disease and body weight disorders including anorexia nervosa and bulimia, wherin all variables are defined in claim 1.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound represented by the formula (I): (wherein, R3, R6, R7 and R21 are the same as or different from one another and each represents a hydroxyl group etc.), a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof or a hydrate of them. The compound (I) of the present invention suppresses angiogenesis, in particular, suppresses VEGF production in a hypoxic condition and is useful as a therapeutic agent for treating solid cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound represented by the formula (I): (wherein, R3, R6, R7 and R21 are the same as or different from one another and each represents a hydroxyl group etc.), a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof or a hydrate of them. The compound (I) of the present invention suppresses angiogenesis, in particular, suppresses VEGF production in a hypoxic condition and is useful as a therapeutic agent for treating solid cancer.

Abstract: The present invention provides the compound of formula (I) in a solid form which, as a bulk medicament for pharmaceutical manufacture, is uniform, has a high purity, and is easy to work with. The invention further provides a process for preparing this compound, and pharmaceutical compositions containing the same. A solid form of (8E,12E,14E)-7-{(4-cycloheptylpiperazin-1-yl)carbonyl}oxy-3,6,16,21-tetrahydroxy-6,10,12,16,20-pentamethyl-18,19-epoxytricosa-8,12,14-trien-11-olide which has uniform specifications and is easy to work with was developed.