Abstract: A method of deprotection which comprises reacting a compound having at least one of amino, hydroxyl, mercapto and carboxyl groups protected by a substituted or unsubstituted benzyloxycarbonyl group or by a substituted or unsubstituted benzyl group with zinc in a buffer, thereby splitting off the protective benzyloxycarbonyl or benzyl group.

Abstract: (1R,5S,6S)-6-[(R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-1-methyl-2-[(1,2-diiminomethyl)-4-pyrazol idinyl]-thio-carbapenem-3-carboxylic acid is provided as an intermediate, which is converted into (1R,5S,6S)-2-[(6,7-dihydro-5H-pyrazolo[1,2-a][1,2,4]triazolium-6-yl)]thio- 6-[R-1-hydroxyethyl]-1-methyl-carbapenem-3-carboxylate. This compound is an antibacterial agent, which also may be in the form of the corresponding acid or pharmaceutically acceptable salt, in which case there is included an anionic group balancing the traizolinium positive charge. As such an anionic group may be mentioned, for example, the chloride, acatate or carbonate. As the salt may be mentioned the alkali metal salts, for example, sodium.

Abstract: Methods and compositions are provided for controlling or preventing a bacterial infection which are based upon (1R,5S,6S)-2-[(6,7-dihydro-5H-pyrazolo[1,2-a][1,2,4]triazolium-6-yl)]thio- 6-[R-1-hydroxyethyl]-1-methyl-carbapenem-3-carboxylate or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: An azetidin-2-one derivative represented by the following formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a hydrogen atom, a lower alkyl group, an aryl group, an aralkyl group, a lower alkoxy group, aralkoxy group, a lower alkylthio group, an aralkylthio group, or a substituted amino group, R.sup.2 represents a hydrogen atom, a lower alkyl group, an aryl group or an aralkyl group, and R.sup.3 represents a hydrogen atom or a group of the formula ##STR2## in which R.sup.4 represents a hydrogen atom or a protective group for the hydroxyl group; and a process for production thereof.

Abstract: (1R,5S,6S)-6-[(R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-1-methyl-2-[(1,2-diiminomethyl)-4-pyrazol idinyl]-thio-carbapenum-3-carboxylic acid is provided as an intermediate, which is converted into (1R,5S,6S)-2-[(6,7-dihydro-5H-pyrazolo[1,2-a][1,2,4]triazolium-6-yl)]thio- 6-[R-1-hydroxyethyl]-1-methyl-carbapenum-3-carboxylate. This compound is an antibacterial agent, which also may be in the form of the corresponding acid or pharmaceutically acceptable salt, in which case there is included an anionic group balancing the traizolinium positive charge. As such an anionic group may be mentioned, for example, the chloride, acatate or carbonate. As the salt may be mentioned the alkali metal salts, for example, sodium.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition stably containing minocycline for treating periodontal diseases which comprises minocycline or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and a base composed of a polyhydric alcohol containing a magnesium compound. Optionally, the base can further contain a water soluble high molecular weight compound, ethyl methacrylate/chlrortrimethylammnoniumethyl methacrylate copolymer and its solubilizer. A method for treating periodontal diseases comprising topically applying the composition to the oral cavity is also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel crystals of sodium 7.beta.-[2-(2-aminothiazol-4-yl)-(Z)-2-methoxyiminoacetamido]-3-[(1,2,3-th iadiazol-5-yl)thiomethyl] ceph-3-em-4-carboxylate showing characteristic peaks at interplanar spacings (d) of 9.3, 8.9, 5.3, 5.1, 4.4, 4.3 and 3.8 .ANG. in the powder X-ray diffraction pattern which are very stable and do not easily cause discoloration and decomposition.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical oil-in-water type micro-emulsion comprising fine particles of an oil or fat containing an effective amount of a 4-biphenylylacetic acid ester of the formula ##STR1## wherein R represents an alkyl group, an aqueous medium and a physiologically acceptable emulsifier for dispersing said fine particles in said aqueous medium.This micro-emulsion is useful for treating inflammation, pain and/or fever in a mammal.

Abstract: A method for preparing a 5-mercapto-1,2,3-thiadiazole salt represented by the general formula (I) is disclosed: ##STR1## the method comprises the steps of: providing a sulfonylhydrazone derivative represented by the general formula (II): ##STR2## providing a sulfide represented by the general formula (III):M--S--M' (III)(wherein R is an aryl group, X is a chlorine or bromine atom, M is an alkali metal atom and M' is a hydrogen atom or an alkali metal atom);combining the sulfonylhydrazone derivative represented by the general formula (II) and the sulfide represented by the general formula (III) and allowing a reaction to occur; andobtaining the 5-mercapto-1,2,3-thiadiazole salt represented by the general formula (I).

Abstract: An antiinflammatory analgesic gelled ointment comprising a phenylacetic acid type antiinflammatory analgesic agent, a carboxyvinyl polymer in an amount sufficient for gel formation, a water-soluble organic amine, a lower alcohol and water and having a pH in the range of from 7.0 to 9.0.