Abstract: This invention relates to CCK-A agonists of Formula (I) wherein R1-R4, A, B, X, D, E and G are as defined in the specificiation, as well as, among other things, pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds and methods of use of the compounds and compositions. The compounds are useful in treating obesity.

Abstract: The present invention is directed at substituted heteroaryl- and phenylsulfamoyl compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and the use of such compounds as peroxisome proliferator activator receptor (PPAR) agonists. PPAR alpha activators, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and the use of such compounds to elevate certain plasma lipid levels, including high density lipoprotein-cholesterol and to lower certain other plasma lipid levels, such as LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides and accordingly to treat diseases which are exacerbated by low levels of HDL cholesterol and/or high levels of LDL-cholesterol and triglycerides, such as atherosclerosis and cardiovascular diseases, in mammals, including humans. The compounds are also useful for the treatment of negative energy balance (NEB) and associated diseases in ruminants.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a class of 5,7-diaminopyrazolo[4,3-d]pyrimidine compounds. These compounds are useful as phosphodiesterase type 5 inhibitors. The present invention further comprises compositions containing the compounds use of the compounds and compositions to treat hypertension and other conditions, processes for the preparation of the compounds, and intermediates used in the preparation of the compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel triazolo-pyridines of the formula I wherein R1 is fluoro; s is an integer from two to three; R2 is (C3-C6)cycloalkyl optionally substituted by one or two moieties independently selected from the group consisting of halo, (C1-C4)alkyl, hydroxy, (C1-C6)alkoxy and (C1-C6)alkyl-(C?O)—O—; or R2 is (C1-C6)alkyl optionally substituted by one or two moieties independently selected from the group consisting of halo, (C1-C6)alkyl, hydroxy, (C1-C6)alkoxy and (C1-C6)alkyl-(C?O)—O—; with the proviso that said compound of formula I cannot be 6-[4-(2,4-Difluoro-phenyl)-oxazol-5-yl]-3-isopropyl-[1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a]pyridine; or 6-[4-(3,4-Difluoro-phenyl)-oxazol-5-yl]-3-isopropyl-[1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a]pyridine; to intermediates for their preparation, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to their medicinal use. The compounds of the present invention are potent inhibitors of MAP kinases, preferably p38 kinase.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical combination compositions including certain estrogen agonists/antagonists and prostaglandins or prostaglandin agonists/antagonists. The compositions are useful for the treatment of bone disorders including osteoporosis.

Abstract: Novel lincomycin derivatives are disclosed. These lincomycin derivatives exhibit antibacterial activity. The compounds of the subject invention may exhibit potent activities against bacteria, including Gram positive organisms, and may be useful antimicrobial agents. Methods of synthesis and of use of the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted aryl and heteroaryl (R)-Chiral Halogenated 1-Substitutedamino-(n+1)-Alkanol compounds useful as inhibitors of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP; plasma lipid transfer protein-I) and compounds, compositions and methods for treating atherosclerosis and other coronary artery diseases. Novel high yield, stereoselective processes for the preparation of the chiral substituted alkanol compounds from chiral and achiral intermediates are described.

Abstract: A method of treating or preventing chronic organ transplant rejection comprising administering a compound of the formula wherein R1, R2 and R3 are as defined above.

Abstract: The invention relates to genetic approaches to supply nucleotide sequences encoding modified forms of the native forms of apolipoprotein A-I (ApoA-I): mature ApoA-I, preproApoA-I and proApoA-I; including native ApoA-I modified to contain ApoA-I agonists, peptides which mimic the activity of ApoA-I; ApoA-I superagonists, peptides which exceed the activity of native ApoA-I; and modified native ApoA-I having one or more amphipathic helices replaced by the nucleotide sequences of one or more ApoA-I agonists; for the treatment of disorders associated with dyslipoproteinemia, including cardiovascular disease, atherosclerosis, restenosis, hyperlipidemia, and other disorders such as septic shock.

Abstract: HMGCo-A reductase inhibitor compounds useful as hypocholesterolemic and hypolipidemic compounds are provided. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions of the compounds. Methods of making and methods of using the compounds are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (1) and to processes for the preparation of, intermediates used in the preparation of, compositions containing and the uses of, such derivatives. The compounds according to the present invention are useful in numerous diseases, disorders and conditions, in particular inflammatory, allergic and respiratory diseases, disorders and conditions.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (1) and to processes for the preparation of, intermediates used in the preparation of, compositions containing and the uses of, such derivatives. The compounds according to the present invention are useful in numerous diseases, disorders and conditions, in particular inflammatory, allergic and respiratory diseases, disorders and conditions.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) and (II) that act as cannabinoid receptor ligands and their uses in the treatment of diseases linked to the mediation of the cannabinoid receptors in animals are described herein

Abstract: The subject invention relates to 3-azabicyclo[3.2.1]octane derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such derivatives and methods of using such derivatives to treat disease states, disorders and conditions mediated by opioid receptors. The subject invention also particularly relates to using such derivatives to treat certain disorders and conditions, for example irritable bowel syndrome, drug addiction, depression, anxiety, schizophrenia and eating disorders, among others.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition comprises a solid amorphous dispersion of a cholesteryl ester transfer protein inhibitor and a concentration-enhancing polymer.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions of a particularly effective sparingly soluble glycogen phosphorylase inhibitor are disclosed, as well as methods of making such compositions and dosage forms from such compositions.

Abstract: An apparatus, system, method, and computer readable medium containing computer-executable code for implementing image analysis uses multivariate statistical analysis of sample images, and allows segmentation of the image into different groups or classes, depending on a correlation to one or more sample textures, or sample surface features. In one embodiment, the invention performs multivariate statistical analysis of ultrasound images, wherein a tumor may be characterized by segmenting viable tissue from necrotic tissue, allowing for more detailed in vivo analysis of tumor growth beyond simple dimensional measurements or univariate statistical analysis. Application of the apparatus and method may also be used for characterizing other types of samples having textured features including, for example, tumor angiogenesis biomarkers from Power Doppler.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I) and (II) that act as cannabinoid receptor ligands and their uses in the treatment of diseases linked to the mediation of the cannabinoid receptors in animals are described herein.

Abstract: Methods for the preparation of N-arylated oxazolidinone compounds via a copper catalyzed cross coupling reaction are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a method for easily producing an (R)-3-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenylamino]-pentanoic acid amide derivative useful for an intermediate for pharmaceutical products, particularly an inhibitor of a cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP) from easily available raw materials. In the present invention, (S)-N-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-3-hydroxypentanoic acid amide prepared from easily available raw materials leads a production of (R)-4-ethyl-1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-2-azetidinone to give (R)-3-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenylamino]-pentanoic acid amide. Furthermore, (R)-4-ethyl-1-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl]-2-azetidinone is reacted with a carbamic acid ester to give an (R)-3-[4-(trifluoromethyl)phenylamino]-pentanoic acid amide derivative.