Abstract: Biaryl coupling, particularly to form 2,4-difluorobiphenyl, is accomplished by diazotizing an aniline and coupling the benzenediazonium salt with a second aromatic component in the presence of a strong acid, an inert finely divided solid and copper powder or a copper salt.

Abstract: The invention relates to a new and novel synthesis of prostaglandin E.sub.2, and it particularly relates to a novel process starting with relatively inexpensive starting materials. The invention further relates to a synthesis which is readily adaptable for large scale processing because of the high yields in the individual reaction steps.The invention further relates to novel compounds formed as intermediates in the synthesis of prostaglandin E.sub.2. The invention still further relates to synthetic analogs and known metabolites of prostaglandin E.sub.2 and prostaglandin E.sub.1, useful as standards in certain biological assays for determining prostaglandin-like activity.

Abstract: This invention relates to derivatives of dibenzocycloheptenes. In particular, the invention relates to dibenzocycloheptenes which are substituted at the 5-position with an aminomethyl group and to methods of preparing the same. The invention also relates to intermediates which are useful in the preparation of the above compounds and to methods for preparing the same.

Abstract: Racemic or optically-active prostaglandin E.sub.1 is synthesized from racemic or optically-active precursors in good yield at the various steps from 3.alpha., 6,7,7.alpha.-tetrahydro-4-methyl-2-oxo-1.beta.-indaneheptanoic acid methyl ester proceeding through 2.alpha.-(2-carboxyethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentaneheptan oic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, 2.alpha.-(2-carboxy-2-formylethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopent aneheptanoic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, 2.alpha.-(2-carboxy-2-oxoethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentane heptanoic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, and 3.beta.-hydroxy-2.alpha.-(3-oxo-1-octenyl)-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentanehepta noic acid methyl ester, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal.

Abstract: Racemic or optically-active prostaglandin E.sub.1 is synthesized from racemic or optically-active precursors in good yield at the various steps from 3.alpha., 6,7,7.alpha.-tetrahydro-4-methyl-2-oxo-1.beta.-indaneheptanoic acid methyl ester proceeding through 2.alpha.-(2-carboxyethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentaneheptan oic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, 2.alpha.-(2-carboxy-2-formylethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopent aneheptanoic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, 2.alpha.-(2-carboxy-2-oxoethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentane heptanoic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, and 3.beta.-hydroxy-2.alpha.-(3-oxo-1-octenyl)-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentanehepta noic acid methyl ester, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal.

Abstract: A specified geometrical isomer of 4-(5H-dibenzo-[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-1-methylpiperidine-N-oxide is disclosed to have pharmaceutical utility as an appetite stimulant. Also disclosed are processes for the preparation of such compound; pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compound; and methods of treatment comprising administering such compound and compositions.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with novel 16-aryloxy-, 16-alkoxy-, 16-arylthio- and 16-alkylthio-8-aza-9-dioxothia-11,12-seco-prostaglandins and processes for their preparation. These novel compounds are useful as pharmaceuticals since they can be used in animals for estrus synchronization and treatment of infertility due to persistence of luteal function.

Abstract: Racemic or optically-active prostaglandin E.sub.1 is synthesized from racemic or optically-active precursors in good yield at the various steps from 3.alpha.,6,7,7.alpha.-tetrahydro-4-methyl-2-oxo-1.beta.-indaneheptanoic acid methyl ester proceeding through 2.alpha.-(2-carboxyethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentaneheptan oic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, 2.alpha.-(2-carboxy-2-formylethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopent aneheptanoic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, 2.alpha.-(2-carboxy-2-oxoethyl)-3.beta.-hydroxy-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentane heptanoic acid methyl ester, .delta.-lactone, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal, and 3.beta.-hydroxy-2.alpha.-(3-oxo-1-octenyl)-5-oxo-1.beta.-cyclopentanehepta noic acid methyl ester, 5-cyclic ethylene acetal.

Abstract: This invention relates to 11,12-secoprostaglandins and processes for their manufacture. These compounds have prostaglandin-like biological activity and are particularly useful as renal vasodilators, for the treatment of hypertension, and for the prevention of thrombus formation.

Abstract: This invention relates to 8,10-diaza-9-oxo(and thioxo)-11,12-secoprostaglandins and processes for their manufacture. These compounds have prostaglandin-like biological activity and are particularly useful as renal vasodilators, and for the prevention of thrombus formation.

Abstract: Disclosed are 1-, 2-, or 3-cyano-N-alkyl-5H-dibenzo[a,d]-cyclohepten-5-ylidene piperidine compounds having pharmaceutical utility as tranquilizers; also disclosed are processes for the preparation of such compounds; pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds; and methods of treatment comprising administering such compounds and compositions when a tranquilizing effect is indicated.

Abstract: Esters are formed by reacting an amino carboxylic acid with an alkylating agent in an aprotic solvent.

Abstract: Disclosed are certain polycyclic imidazoles which are effective in inhibiting indoleamine-N-methyl transferase and thus useful in the treatment of mental aberrations, such as schizophrenia. Also disclosed are processes for the preparation of such imidazoles; pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds; and methods of treatment comprising administering such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to 8-aza-11,12-secoprostaglandins and processes for their manufacture. These compounds have prostaglandin-like biological activity and are particularly useful as renal vasodilators.

Abstract: A splint which can be trimmed to the size and shape of a limb and molded to the latter's contours is prepared by impregnating a knit or woven fabric of specific dimensions with a photocurable resin and, after trimming and molding, setting the whole into a strong rigid splint of perfect fit. The product has many advantages, including air and water permeability, rigidity even when wet, easily dried, etc., over splints previously known.

Abstract: The new 1-alkyl-4-(1, 2, or 3-carboxy-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-piperidine compounds are prepared from the corresponding 1, 2 or 3-carboxy-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-one by reaction with a Grignard reagent prepared from a 1-alkyl-4-halo piperidine to form an intermediate carbinol, or a 1, 2 or 3-carboxy-5-(1-alkyl-4-piperidyl)-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ol which is then dehydrated to produce the desired 1-alkyl-4-(1, 2 or 3-carboxy-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-piperidine, or alternatively by hydrolysis of a 1-alkyl-4-(1, 2 or 3-cyano-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-piperidine compound to form the corresponding 1-alkyl-4-(1, 2 or 3-carboxy-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-piperidine compound.

Abstract: A dispensing container for pellets such as capsules and pills and comprising an elongated tubular member holding the pellets in a line, the member being slit helically along its length and being resilient so that when twisted about its longitudinal axis the slit opens for dispensing a pellet.

Abstract: The new 1-alkyl-4-(10-oxo or -hydroxy-10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-ylidene)-piperidine compounds are prepared from the corresponding 10-desoxy compounds having a double bond at the 10,11-position by a process involving bromination, dehydrobomination of the resulting dibromo compound, followed by enamine formation and hydrolysis to give the desired 10-oxo compound. The compounds prepared in this manner are active as antihistamines and as appetite stimulants.

Abstract: This invention relates to new derivatives of dibenzocycloheptenes and to processes for making them. More particularly, the invention includes 5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptenes and 10,11-dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptenes which are substituted at their 5-carbon atom with an aminopropyl or an aminopropylidene radical. The amino entity may be either primary or secondary and if secondary, the substituent may be either a lower alkyl or alkenyl radical having up to 6 carbon atoms, cycloalkyl having up to 8 carbon atoms or an aralkyl radical. The dibenzocycloheptene nucleus may be further substituted. The invention also includes the intermediates used for obtaining these products. Also included are derivatives such as acyl derivatives which yield the active compound under physiological conditions.

Abstract: 2-Aminomethylphenol products and their non-toxic, pharmaceutically acceptable salts useful in the treatment of edema and inflammation are disclosed. The products may be prepared by treating an N-(2-hydroxybenzyl)carboxamide with an aqueous solution of an acid or a base.