Abstract: In one aspect, a system includes a conventional, film-based X-ray machine and a digital imaging assembly. The X-ray machine includes an X-ray source and a bracket assembly configured to hold X-ray film. The digital imaging assembly is configured to be mounted on the bracket assembly of the X-ray machine. The digital imaging assembly includes a scintillation screen and a digital image sensor. The digital image sensor is coupled with one or more processors that is configured to receive user input that selects a mode of operation from between a still image capture mode and a video capture mode, receive digital signals from the digital image sensor, process the digital signals to generate digital X-ray image data in accordance with the selected mode of operation, and present the generated digital X-ray image data on a display device.

Abstract: In one aspect, a system includes a conventional, film-based X-ray machine and a digital imaging assembly. The X-ray machine includes an X-ray source and a bracket assembly configured to hold X-ray film. The digital imaging assembly is configured to be mounted on the bracket assembly of the X-ray machine. The digital imaging assembly includes a scintillation screen and a digital image sensor. The digital image sensor is coupled with one or more processors that is configured to receive user input that selects a mode of operation from between a still image capture mode and a video capture mode, receive digital signals from the digital image sensor, process the digital signals to generate digital X-ray image data in accordance with the selected mode of operation, and present the generated digital X-ray image data on a display device.

Abstract: Compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds are disclosed, wherein the compounds have the structure of Formula (I) as defined in the specification. Corresponding pharmaceutical compositions, methods of treatment methods of synthesis, and intermediates are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of Formula I wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R6, R7 and A are as defined. Compounds of Formula I have activity inhibiting production of A?-peptide. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating diseases and disorders, for example, neurodegenerative and/or neurological disorders, e.g., Alzheimer's disease, in a mammal comprising compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of Formula I wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R6, R7 and A are as defined. Compounds of Formula I have activity inhibiting production of A?-peptide. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treating diseases and disorders, for example, neurodegenerative and/or neurological disorders, e.g., Alzheimer's disease, in a mammal comprising compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel fused bicyclicpyrrolidine pyridone compounds of the formula (I) wherein R, RP and n are as defined herein, their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, pharmaceutical compositions and their use in treating addictive disorders such as the use of tobacco or other nicotine containing products and in the treatment of neurological and mental disorders related to a decrease in cholinergic function.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound having the structure of formula I: wherein R1 is hydrogen, (C1–C6) alkyl, unconjugated (C3–C6) alkenyl, benzyl, YC(?O)(C1–C6) alkyl or —CH2CH2—O—(C1–C4) alkyl; X is CH2 or CH2CH2; Y is (C2–C6) alkylene; Z is (CH2)m, CF2, or C(?O), where m is 0, 1 or 2; R2 and R3 are selected independently from hydrogen, halogen, —(C1–C6) alkyl optionally substituted with from 1 to 7 halogen atoms, and —O(C1–C6) alkyl optionally substituted with from 1 to 7 halogen atoms, or R2 and R3 each together with the atom to which it is connected independently form C(?O), S?O, S(?O)2, or N?O; and is a 5- to 7-membered monocyclic heteroaryl group selected from pyridinyl, pyridone, pyridazinyl, imidazolyl, pyrimidinyl, pyrazolyl, triazolyl, pyrazinyl, furyl, thienyl, isoxazolyl, thiazolyl, oxazolyl, isothiazolyl, pyrrolyl, cinnolinyl, triazinyl, oxadiazolyl, thiadiazolyl and furazanyl groups.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compounds of formula I: wherein A, B, D, E and F are defined herein; that are useful in treating central nervous system (CNS) diseases, disorders and conditions, such as but not limited to nicotine addiction, schizophrenia, depression, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and ADHD. The present invention further comprises pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and methods of treatment comprising the use of such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compounds of formula I: 1

Abstract: Pyridone-fused azabicyclic compounds of the formula and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts and prodrugs, wherein R1, R2 and R3 are defined below, intermediates and methods for their preparation. Compositions and methods for using compounds of the formula I in the treatment of neurological and mental disorders related to a decrease in cholinergic function such as nicotine addiction, Huntington's Chorea, tardive dyskinesia, hyperkinesia, mania, dyslexia, schizophrenia, analgesia, attention deficit disorder (ADD), multi-infarct demetia, age related cognitive decline, epilepsy, neurological and mental disorders related to a decrease in cholinergic function, senile dementia of the Alzheimer's type, Parkinson's disease, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), anxiety, obesity, Tourette's Syndrome and ulcerative colitis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel aminomethylene substituted non-aromatic heterocycles and, specifically, to compounds of formula (Ia) or (Ib) wherein W, R1, R2, R3, A, X′, Y′ and Z′ are as defined in the specification, and to intermediates used in the syntheses of such compounds. The novel compounds of formulae (Ia) and (Ib) are useful in the treatment of inflammatory and central nervous system disorders, as well as other disorders.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are disclosed for the treatment of acute, chronic and/or neuropathic pain. The pharmaceutical compositions are comprised of a therapeutically effective combination of a nicotine receptor partial agonist and an analgesic agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The analgesic agent is selected from opioid analgesics, NMDA antagonists, substance P antagonists, COX 1 and COX 2 inhibitors, tricyclic antidepressants (TCA), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), capsaicin receptor agonists, anesthetic agents, benzodiazepines, skeletal muscle relaxants, migraine therapeutic agents, anti-convulsants, anti-hypertensives, anti-arrythmics, antihistamines, steroids, caffeine, and botulinum toxin. The method of using these compounds and a method of treating acute, chronic and/or neuropathic pain and migraine in a mammal including a human is also disclosed.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are disclosed for the treatment of nicotine dependence or addiction, tobacco dependence or addiction, reduction of nicotine withdrawal symptoms or aiding in the cessation or lessening of tobacco use or substance abuse. The pharmaceutical compositions are comprised of a therapeutically effective combination of a nicotine receptor partial agonist and an anti-depressant or anxiolytic agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The method of using these compounds is also disclosed.

Abstract: Pyridone-fused azabicyclic compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating disorders of the central nervous system (CNS) and other disorders in a mammal, including a human, by administering to the mammal a CNS-penetrant &agr;7 nicotinic receptor agonist. It also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and a CNS-penetrant &agr;7 nicotinic receptor agonist.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel aminomethylene substituted non-aromatic heterocycles and, specifically, to compounds of the formula wherein W, R1, R2, R3, A, X′, Y′ and Z′ are as defined in the specification, and to intermediates used in the synthesis of such compounds. The novel compounds of formulae Ia and Ib are useful in the treatment of inflammatory and central nervous system disorders, as well as other disorders.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions are disclosed for the treatment of acute, chronic and/or neuropathic pain. The pharmaceutical compositions are comprised of a therapeutically effective combination of a nicotine receptor partial agonist and an analgesic agent and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The analgesic agent is selected from opioid analgesics, NMDA antagonists, substance P antagonists, COX 1 and COX 2 inhibitors , tricyclic antidepressants (TCA), selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRI), capsaicin receptor agonists, anesthetic agents, benzodiazepines, skeletal muscle relaxants, migraine therapeutic agents, anti-convulsants, anti-hypertensives, anti-arrythmics, antihistamines, steroids, caffeine, and botulinum toxin. The method of using these compounds and a method of treating acute, chronic and/or neuropathic pain and migraine in a mammal including a human is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel aminomethylene substituted non-aromatic heterocycles and, specifically, to compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: This invention involves optionally substituted 1,2,3,4,5,6-hexahydro-1,5-methano-pyrido[1,2a][1,5]diazocin-8-one derivatives, their preparation, compositions containing same and method of treating addictive disorders and neurological or mental disorders related to a decrease in cholinergic function.

Abstract: Pharmaceutically active benzimidazole derivatives are disclosed comprising compounds of the formula: ##STR1## particularly wherein X is nitrogen, R.sup.1 is phenyl or heteroaryl, and one of R.sup.2 or R.sup.3 is hydroxy.