Abstract: Carbapenems of the formula ##STR1## are useful antibacterial agents.

Abstract: Topical administration of a cholinomimetic agent, such as pilocarpine, in combination with a cholinergic M.sub.3 receptor antagonist, such as 4-diphenyl-acetoxy-N-methylpiperidine, to the eye of a mammal reduces intraocular pressure without the concommitant miotic effect that normally occurs with administration of a cholinomimetic agent along.

Abstract: The use of imidazoles of the formula ##STR1## and imidazolium salts of the formula ##STR2## in thromobolytic therapy are described.

Abstract: Specific 17.beta.-thiobenzoyl-4-aza-5.alpha.-androst-1-en-3-ones as antiandrogenic agents of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is selected from hydrogen, methyl and ethyl andR.sup.2 is phenyl substituted with one or more of: --SH, --SC.sub.1 --C.sub.4 alkyl, --SO--C.sub.1 --C.sub.4 alkyl, --SO.sub.2 --C.sub.1 --C.sub.4 alkyl, --SO.sub.2 N--(C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl).sub.2, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m SH, --S(CH.sub.2).sub.n OCOCH.sub.3, where m is 1-4, n is 1-3, and providing C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl is only present when one of the above sulfur-containing radicals is present, wherein the dotted line can represent a double bond, and pharmaceutically acceptable esters and salts thereof. Also included is a pharmaceutical formulation thereof. The above compounds are active as antiandrogenic agents and thus are useful topically for treatment of acne, seborrhea, female hirsutism, and systemically in treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy.

Abstract: This invention relates to cultures and processes employing these cultures which are useful for preparing compounds of structural formula (I).

Abstract: There are disclosed substituted indoles and dihydroindoles of Formula I which are useful as angiotensin II antagonists.

Abstract: New phosphonic acid derivatives are described which display antibacterial activity.

Abstract: Carbapenem intermediates having the formula: ##STR1## where Z is; ##STR2## M is a removable protecting group for carboxy and P' is a removable protecting group for hydroxy are useful intermediates for preparing antibacterial agents, especially with respect to activity against methicillin resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

Abstract: 17.beta.-Acyl-4-aza-5.alpha.-androst-1-en-3-ones of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R is selected from hydrogen, methyl and ethyl andR.sup.2 is a monovalent radical selected from straight and branched chain alkyl of from 1-12 carbons, or monocyclic aryl optionally containing 1 or more lower alkyl substituents of from 1-2 carbon atoms and/or 1 or more halo (Cl or Br) substituents, aralkyl selected from benzyl and phenethyl and heterocyclic selected from 2- or 4-pyridyl, 2-pyrrolyl, 2-furyl or thiophenyl;and R', R" and R'" are each selected from hydrogen and methyl and pharmaceutical formulation of the above compounds are active as testosterone 5.alpha.-reductase inhibitors and thus are useful topically for treatment of acne, seborrhea, female hirsutism, and systemically in treatment of benign prostatic hypertrophy.

Abstract: Described is a process for producing a new immunosuppressant, a C-31 desmethyl, C-19/C-22 cyclic hemiketal biotransformation analog (Compound I) of FR-900520, under novel fermentation conditions utilizing the novel microorganism, Streptomyces, lavendulae ATCC No. 55209. Also disclosed is the C-31 methylated devivative (Compound II) of Compound I produced by enzymatic methylation using 31-O-desmethylimmunomycin O-methyl transferase, (DIMT), a methyl transferase enzyme. The macrolide immunosuppressants are useful in preventing human host rejection of foreign organ transplants, e.g. bone marrow, liver, lung, kidney and heart transplants.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the enantioselective synthesis of the compound of Formula I and related compounds. The process comprises the synthesis of the benzofuranyl carboxaldehyde; introduction of the benzylic amine functionality with control of the absolute stereochemistry; preparation of the azetidinone fragment and its coupling to the benzofuranyl amine fragments. The carboxylic acid in Formula I is liberated using heterogenous palladium catalyzed de-allylation of the allyl esters. Compounds I have been found to be potent elastase inhibitors and thereby useful anti-inflammatory and antidegenerative agents.

Abstract: Peptide analogues of human humoral hypercalcemic factor (hHCF) that contain a lactam bridge act as inhibitors of the naturally occurring peptide. A lactam bridge between Lys and Asp situated five residues (inclusive) apart confers rigidity to that region of the peptide, and enhances the helical nature and metabolic stability of the peptide analogue.

Abstract: Dipeptide mimics which contain phosphorus and their pharmaceutical use and preparation are disclosed. The compounds have dehydropeptidase (DHP) enzyme inhibitor activity.

Abstract: Novel chemical compounds are provided which selectively inhibit the metabolism of dipeptidase (E.C.3.4.13.11) and therefore are useful in combination with antibacterial products. These chemical compounds are z-2-acylamino-3-monosubstituted propenoates.

Abstract: Macrolides of the general structural Formula I: ##STR1## have been prepared. These macrolides are antagonists of FK-506-type immunosuppressants and are useful for modifying dosages of FK-506-type immunosuppressants in the treatment of autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases and/or the prevention of rejection of foreign organ transplants. Furthermore, the compounds of the present invention may have utility as antidotes for overdoses of FK-506-type immunosuppressants. In addition, these macrolide immunosuppressants are useful in a mammalian host for the treatment of autoimmune diseases, infectious diseases and/or the prevention of rejection of foreign organ transplants.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is C.sub.2- C.sub.12 linear or branched unsubstituted alkyl; C.sub.1- C.sub.12 linear or branched substituted alkyl; C.sub.2 -C.sub.12 linear or branched monoalkenyl; C.sub.2 -C.sub.12 linear or branched alkynyl; C.sub.7 -C.sub.20 aralkyl, wherein the alkyl chain is linear or branched C.sub.1- C.sub.8 and the aryl moiety is C.sub.6- C.sub.12 ; C.sub.4- C.sub.10 cycloalkylalkyl; C.sub.3- C.sub.7 cycloalkyl; wherein these values for R.sub.1, other than C.sub.2- C.sub.12 linear or branched unsubstituted alkyl, can be substituted by one or more of C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy, C.sub.3- C.sub.6 cycloalkyloxy, C.sub.3- C.sub.6 cycloalkylthio, C.sub.6- C.sub.12 aryloxy, C.sub.1- C.sub.4 alkylthio, C.sub.6- C.sub.12 arylthio, C.sub.7- C.sub.10 aralkyloxy, C.sub.7- C.sub.16 aralkyl-thio; and R.sub.5 is H or C.sub.1- C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl; C.sub.2- C.sub.12 linear or branched monoalkenyl; C.sub.7- C.sub.

Abstract: A process is described for the stereocontrolled synthesis of (3R,4R)-3-[(1R)-1-hydroxyethyl]-4-benzoyloxyazetidin-2-ones and their derivatives by cycloaddition involving an imine and a ketone, generated from 3(S)-hydroxybutyrate which are useful intermediates in the synthesis of carbapenem antibiotics.

Abstract: Carbapenems of the formula ##STR1## are useful intermediates in the preparation of 2-(9-fluorenonyl)-carbapenem antibacterial agents.

Abstract: New 3-(1-aminoalkylphosphinyl)-(2-substituted)propionic acids are described which display antibacterial activity and potentiate carbapenem antibiotics.

Abstract: Novel C-3" and C-4" halogen-substituted macrolides of FK-506 type structural Formula I: ##STR1## are described. These macrolide immunosuppressants are useful in a mammalian host for the treatment of autoimmune diseases (such as juvenile-onset diabetes melitus, multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis), infectious diseases and/or the prevention of rejection of foreign organ transplants, e.g. bone marrow and heart transplants. In addition, these macrolide immunosuppressants are useful in the topical treatment of inflammatory and hyperproliferative skin diseases and cutaneous manifestations of immunologically-mediated illnesses such as: psoriasis, atopical dermatitiis, contact dermatitis and further eczematous dermatitises, seborrhoeic dermatitis, Lichen planus, Pemphigus, bullous Pemphigoid, Epidermolysis bullosa, urticaria, angioedemas, vasulitides erythemas, cutaneous eosinophilias, Lupus erythematosus or Alopecia areata.