Abstract: The present invention provides cycloalkylfused indole, benzothiophene, benzofuran, and indene derivatives, and methods for using them to, for example, treat, prevent and/or ameliorate central nervous system diseases by antagonizing 5-HT1A receptors and modulating serotonin levels.

Abstract: This invention provides pyrrolobenzodiazepine pyridine carboxamides selected from those of Formula (1), which act as follicle stimulating hormone receptor antagonists. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment utilizing the compounds of Formulae (1) and (2).

Abstract: A compound of the formulae (I) or (II): wherein: Y is a moiety selected from NR or —(CH2)n; wherein R is hydrogen or (C1-C6) lower alkyl, and n is 1; represents: (1) a phenyl ring optionally substituted with one or two substituents selected, independently, from the group comprising hydrogen, (C1-C6) lower alkyl, halogen, cyano, CF3, hydroxy, (C1-C6) lower alkoxy, (C1-C6) lower alkoxy carbonyl, carboxy, —CONH2, —CONH[(C1-C6) lower alkyl], —CON[(C1-C6) lower alkyl]2; or (2) a 6-membered aromatic (unsaturated) heterocyclic ring having one nitrogen atom, optionally substituted by (C1-C6) lower alkyl, halogen or (C1-C6) lower alkoxy; represents: (1) a phenyl ring optionally substituted with one or two substituents selected, independently, from the group comprising hydrogen, (C1-C6) lower alkyl, halogen, cyano, CF3, hydroxy, (C1-C6) lower alkoxy, or (C1-C6) lower alkoxy carbonyl, carboxy, —CONH2, —CONH[(C1-C6) lower alkyl], —CON[(C1-C6) lower alkyl]2; or (2) a 5-membered aromatic (unsaturated) hete

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I: are useful for the treatment of depression (including but not limited to major depressive disorder, childhood depression and dysthymia), anxiety, panic disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, premenstrual dysphoric disorder (also known as pre-menstrual syndrome), attention deficit disorder (with and without hyperactivity), obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, obesity, eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa, vasomotor flushing, cocaine and alcohol addiction, sexual dysfunction and related illnesses.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R, R1, R2, R3, A, and B are as defined in the accompanying specification. Methods of making such compounds are also provided.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R, R1, R2, R3, and B are as defined in the accompanying specification. Methods of making such compounds are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention provides cycloalkylfused indole, benzothiophene, benzofuran, and indene derivatives, and methods for using them to, for example, treat, prevent and/or ameliorate central nervous system diseases by antagonizing 5-HT1A receptors and modulating serotonin levels.

Abstract: This invention provides pyrrolobenzodiazepine arylcarboxamides selected from those of Formula (1), which act as follicle stimulating hormone receptor antagonists, as well as pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of the general formulas: wherein Y is NR or —(CH2)n; R is H or alkyl; “Z” represents optionally substituted phenyl or a 6-membered aromatic ring having one nitrogen atom; “W” represents a optionally substituted phenyl or 5-membered aromatic ring having one nitrogen atom; “X” represents an optionally substituted 5-membered aromatic ring having one sulfur atom; as well as methods and pharmaceutical compositions utilizing these compounds for the inducing temporary delay of urination or treatment of disorders remedied by vasopressin agonist activity, including diabetes insipidus, nocturnal enuresis, nocturia, urinary incontinence, or bleeding and coagulation disorders.

Abstract: Synthetic methods are provided for production of compounds of the formula: where R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11, R12, R13 and R14 are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: A compound of the formulae (I) or (II): wherein: Y is a moiety selected from NR or —(CH2)n; wherein R is hydrogen or (C1-C6) lower alkyl, and n is 1; represents: (1) a phenyl ring optionally substituted with one or two substituents selected, independently, from the group comprising hydrogen, (C1-C6) lower alkyl, halogen, cyano, CF3, hydroxy, (C1-C6) lower alkoxy, (C1-C6) lower alkoxy carbonyl, carboxy, —CONH2, —CONH[(C1-C6) lower alkyl], —CON[(C1-C6) lower alkyl]2; or (2) a 6-membered aromatic (unsaturated) heterocyclic ring having one nitrogen atom, optionally substituted by (C1-C6) lower alkyl, halogen or (C1-C6) lower alkoxy; represents: (1) a phenyl ring optionally substituted with one or two substituents selected, independently, from the group comprising hydrogen, (C1-C6) lower alkyl, halogen, cyano, CF3, hydroxy, (C1-C6) lower alkoxy, or (C1-C6) lower alkoxy carbonyl, carboxy, —CONH2, —CONH[(C1-C6) lower alkyl], —CON[(C1-C6) lower alkyl]2; or (2) a 5-membered aromatic (unsaturated) he

Abstract: 3-Amino chroman and 2-amino tetralin derivatives and compositions containing such compounds are disclosed. Methods of using the 3-amino chroman and 2-amino tetralin compounds and compositions containing such compounds in the treatment of serotonin disorders, such as depression and anxiety, are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention concerns compounds of formula (I) ##STR1## where R.sup.1 is alkyl, haloalkyl, alkenyl, or alkynyl containing 1 to 6 carbon atoms; or an aromatic moiety selected from phenyl, naphthyl and 4-(phenylaza) phenyl wherein said aromatic group is optionally substituted by one or more substituents selected from C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkoxy, hydroxy, amino, mono- or di-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.6)alkylamino, carboxy, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkoxy)carbonyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.7 alkanoyl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6) thioalkyl, halo, cyano, nitro, trifuluoromethyl, trifluoromethoxy or R.sup.1 is a heteroaromatic group of 5 to 10 ring atoms containing oxygen, nitrogen and/or sulfur as heteroatom(s) wherein said heteroaromatic group is optionally substituted by one or more substituents selected form C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkoxy, hydroxy, amino, mono- or di-(C.sub.1 -C.sub.6)alkylamino, carboxy, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkoxy)carbonyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.7 alkanoyl, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: N-[2-(dimethylamino)ethyl]-N'-[3-[3-[(1-piperidinyl)methyl]phenoxy]-propyl] -1,2,5-thiadiazole-3,4-diamine, 1-oxide is a long acting histamine H-2 receptor antagonist. The compound inhibits gastric acid secretion, and prevents and alleviates ulcers.

Abstract: The N-substituted dimeric cyclopeptide derivatives of formula ##STR1## in which A is a peptide residue having one to four amino acid residues; R.sup.1 is lower alkyl, phenyl or phenyl(lower)alkylene; R.sup.2 is lower alkyl, cyclo(lower)alkyl or lower alkoxycarbonyl(lower)alkylene; and R.sup.3 is a neutral amino acid side chain and a method for the preparation of the compounds of formula I are disclosed. The compounds of formula I are useful for treating microbial infections. Pharmaceutical compositions also are disclosed.

Abstract: The N-substituted cyclopeptide derivatives of formula I ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is lower alkyl, R.sup.2 is lower alkyl or cyclo(lower)alkyl, R.sup.3 is a neutral amino acid side chain and Y is a peptide residue having three to nine amino acid residues and a method for the preparation of the compounds of formula I are disclosed. The compounds of formula I are useful antibacterial and antifungal agents. Pharmaceutical compositions also are disclosed.

Abstract: Indole derivatives characterized by having a 1,3,4,9-tetrahydropyrano[3,4-b]indole or 1,3,4,9-tetrahydrothiopyrano[3,4-b]indole nucleus with a hydroxyalkanamine or lower alkoxyalkanamine substituent and a lower alkyl group at position 1 are disclosed. The nucelus is optionally further substituted at position 9 and on the aromatic ring. The derivatives are useful diuretic agents, and methods for their preparation and use are also disclosed.

Abstract: The N-substituted dimeric cyclopeptide derivatives of formula ##STR1## in which A is a peptide residue having one to four amino acid residues; R.sup.1 is lower alkyl, phenyl or pheny(lower) alkylene; R.sup.2 is lower alkyl, cyclo(lower)alkyl or lower alkoxycarbonyl(lower)alkylene; R.sup.3 is a neutral amino acid side chain and a method for the preparation of the compounds of formula I are disclosed. The compounds of formula I are useful for treating microbial infections. Pharmaceutical compositions also are disclosed.

Abstract: The N-substituted cyclopeptide derivatives of formula I ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is lower alkyl, R.sup.2 is lower alkyl or cyclo(lower)alkyl, R.sup.3 is a neutral amino acid side chain and Y is a peptide residue having three to nine amino acid residues and a method for the preparation of the compounds of formula I are disclosed. The compounds of formula I are useful antibacterial and antifungal agents. Pharmaceutical compositions also are disclosed.

Abstract: The tripeptide derivatives of formulaH--L--Pro--N(R.sup.1)CH(R.sup.2)CO--Y--R.sup.3 (1)in which R.sup.1 is hydrogen, lower alkyl or NR.sup.4 R.sup.5 wherein R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 each are lower alkyl, R.sup.2 is hydrogen or lower alkyl, R.sup.3 is amino, lower alkylamino, di(lower)alkylamino or amino(lower)alkylamino and Y is one of the amino acid residues Gly or D-Ala with the proviso that when R' is NR.sup.4 R.sup.5 wherein R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 are as defined herein and R.sup.2 and Y are as defined herein, R.sup.3 is lower alkylamino, di(lower)alkylamino or amino(lower)alkylamino, .Iadd.and with the further proviso that when R.sup.1 is hydrogen, R.sup.2 is hydrogen or lower alkyl and Y is Gly then R.sup.3 is amino(lower)alkylamino, .Iaddend.and a method for their preparation are disclosed. The tripeptide derivatives of formula 1 possess central nervous system activity and methods for their use are given.