Abstract: The present invention relates to a group of novel 1H-imidazole derivatives, to methods for the preparation of these compounds, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing one or more of these compounds as an active component. These 1H-imidazole derivatives are potent cannabinoid-CB1 receptor agonists, partial agonists or antagonists, useful for the treatment of psychiatric and neurological disorders, as well as and other diseases involving cannabinoid neurotransmission. The compounds have the general formula (I), wherein R and R1-R4 have the meanings given in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention relates to sulphur containing pyrazole derivatives, and their S-oxidized active metabolites, as selective cannabinoid CB1 receptor antagonists having a high CB1/CB2 receptor subtype selectivity, to methods for the preparation of these compounds, to novel intermediates useful for the synthesis of these pyrazole derivatives, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising one or more of these pyrazole derivatives as active ingredients, as well as to the use of these pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of psychiatric and neurological disorders. The compounds have the general formula (I) wherein the symbols have the meanings given in the specification.

Abstract: The invention is directed to 4,5-dihydro-(1H)-pyrazole (pyrazoline) derivatives as cannabinoid CB1 receptor modulators, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, to methods for their syntheses, to methods for preparing novel intermediates useful for their syntheses, and to methods for preparing compositions. The invention also relates to the uses of compounds and compositions administered to patients to achieve a therapeutic effect in multiple sclerosis, traumatic brain injury, pain including chronic pain, neuropathic pain, acute pain and inflammatory pain, osteoporosis, appetite disorders, epilepsy, Alzheimer's disease, Tourette's syndrome, cerebral ischaemia, emesis, nausea, and gastrointestinal disorders. Compounds of the present disclosure are directed to formula (I): wherein the substituents have the definitions given in the specification.

Abstract: Azaindole derivatives of formula (I): wherein the symbols have the meanings given in the specification, are described. These compounds have a combination of partial nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonism and dopamine reuptake inhibition. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, to methods for preparing them, methods for preparing novel intermediates useful for their synthesis, methods for preparing compositions, and uses of such compounds and compositions, for example, their use in administering them to patients to achieve a therapeutic effect in disorders in which nicotinic receptors and/or dopamine transporters are involved, or that can be treated via manipulation of those receptors.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel process for the preparation of 3-amino-8-(1-piperazinyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one, a broad spectrum 5-HT receptor binding ligand having potent 5-HT1A-agonistic as well as 5-HT1D-antagonistic activity. The invention also relates to novel salts and solvates, in particular hydrates of salts of said compound, as well as to their use as medicaments.

Abstract: Compounds with a combination of cannabinoid CB1 antagonism and serotonin reuptake inhibition, pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, methods for preparing these compounds, methods for preparing novel intermediates useful for their synthesis, and methods for preparing these compositions are disclosed. Uses of such compounds and compositions, particularly their use in administering them to patients to achieve a therapeutic effect in psychosis, anxiety, depression, attention deficits, cognitive disorders, obesity, drug dependence, Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's disease, pain disorders, neuropathic pain disorders and sexual disorders are disclosed. In at least one embodiment, the invention relates to compounds of the general formula (1): wherein the substitutents have the definitions given in the specification.

Abstract: The invention relates to the novel mesylate of a phenylpiperazine derivative of the formula (I). This salt has a favorable properties as compared with the free base of this compound.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a composition containing bifeprunox or its N-oxide, or at least one pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof: and L-DOPA or at least one pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof, for simultaneous, separate or sequential use in the treatment of disorders requiring recovery of dopaminergic function, including Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome.

Abstract: The invention relates to a group of novel phenylpiperazine derivatives with a dual mode of action: serotonin reuptake inhibition and partial agonism on dopamine-D2 receptors. The invention also relates to the use of a compound disclosed herein for the manufacture of a medicament giving a beneficial effect. The compounds have the general formula (1): wherein the symbols have the meanings given in the specification, and tautomers, stereoisomers and N-oxides thereof, as well as pharmacologically acceptable salts, hydrates and solvates of said compounds of formula (1) and its tautomers, stereoisomers and N-oxides.

Abstract: The present invention relates to heterocyclic compounds of the formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, a solvate or hydrate thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to a group of novel benzimidazolone and quinazolinone derivatives which are agonists on human ORL1 (nociceptin) receptors. The invention also relates to the preparation of these compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions containing a pharmacologically active amount of at least one of these imidazolone and quinazolinone derivatives as an active ingredient, as well as to the use of these pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of disorders in which ORL1 receptors are involved. The invention relates to compounds of the general formula (1): wherein the symbols have the meanings as given in the description.

Abstract: Embodiments of this invention relate to compounds having a combination of cannabinoid-CB1 antagonism and cholinesterase inhibition, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, to methods for preparing these compounds, methods for preparing novel intermediates useful for the synthesis of these compounds, and methods for preparing compositions comprising these compounds. The invention also relates to methods of treating Alzheimer's disease, cognitive disorders, memory disorders, dementia, attention deficit disorder, traumatic brain injury, drug dependence, addiction or substance abuse by administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising these compounds to a patient in need thereof. A compound with a combination of cannabinoid-CB1 antagonism and cholinesterase inhibition is a compound of formula (1) wherein the symbols have the meanings given in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention is related to an optionally coated pharmaceutical hydrophilic gel forming matrix formulation comprising one or more active substances and having a prolonged release of said one or more active substances upon exposure to gastrointestinal fluids, characterized in that said release is substantially ion-strength independent. The invention is further related to a method of preparing this formulation which can be used in the administration of active substances for the treatment of a large number of disorders.

Abstract: Azaindole derivatives of formula (I): wherein the symbols have the meanings given in the specification, are described. These compounds have a combination of partial nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonism and dopamine reuptake inhibition. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, to methods for preparing them, methods for preparing novel intermediates useful for their synthesis, methods for preparing compositions, and uses of such compounds and compositions, for example, their use in administering them to patients to achieve a therapeutic effect in disorders in which nicotinic receptors and/or dopamine transporters are involved, or that can be treated via manipulation of those receptors.

Abstract: The present disclosure provides novel pharmaceutical dosage forms such as a maintenance treatment dose and methods for making the same, and methods for using said compounds and maintenance treatment doses to treat and prevent diseases and/or disorders.

Abstract: The invention is directed to 5-(hetero)aryl-4,5-dihydro-(1H)-pyrazole (pyrazoline) derivatives as cannabinoid CB1 receptor agonists, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, to methods for their syntheses, methods for preparing novel intermediates useful for their syntheses, and methods for preparing compositions. The invention also relates to the uses of such compounds and compositions, administered to patients to achieve a therapeutic effect in disorders in which CB1 receptors are involved, or that can be treated via manipulation of those receptors. Compounds of the present invention include compounds of formula (I): wherein the substituents have the definitions given in the specification.

Abstract: An immediate release pharmaceutical formulation of a poorly water-soluble biologically active substance with enhanced bio-availability, the formulation being a homogeneous and thermostable solid solution, and the solid solution including as percentages of the total weight of the formulation: a) 10 to 50% of the active substance; b) 20 to 70% of a non-ionic hydrophilic surfactant which is liquid between 15 and 30° C.; c) 5 to 70% of a pharmaceutically acceptable organic polymer or polymer mixture which is liquid above 60° C. and solid below 30° C., and d) optionally, 1 to 10% of a disintegrating agent; as well as active substances formulated into such form, and methods for producing such formulations.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a thermostable solid composition containing nanosized micelles, the micelles containing a poorly soluble chemical substance, such as a biologically active substance, dissolved in an auxiliary material, and the micelles being embedded in a water soluble carrier. The invention further relates to a process for preparing a thermostable solid composition and to a process for preparing pharmaceutical dosage forms comprising the same.

Abstract: A composition containing SLV308 or its N-oxide, or at least one pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof: and L-DOPA or at least one pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof, for simultaneous, separate or sequential use in the treatment of disorders requiring recovery of dopaminergic function using this composition, including Parkinson's disease and restless leg syndrome.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel process for the preparation of 3-amino-8-(1-piperazinyl)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one, a broad spectrum 5-HT receptor binding ligand having potent 5-HT1A-agonistic as well as 5-HT1D-antagonistic activity. The invention also relates to novel salts and solvates, in particular hydrates of salts of said compound, as well as to their use as medicaments.