Abstract: Novel peptoids of .alpha.-substituted Trp derivatives useful as agents in the treatment of obesity, hypersecretion of gastric acid in the gut, gastrin-dependent tumors, or as antipsychotics are disclosed. Further the compounds are antianxiety agents and antiulcer agents. They are agents useful for preventing the response to withdrawal from chronic treatment or use of nicotine, diazepam, alcohol, cocaine, caffeine, or opioids. The compounds are also useful in the treatment and/or prevention of panic attacks. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment using the peptoids as well as processes for preparing them and novel intermediates useful in their preparation. An additional feature of the invention is the use of the subject compounds to prepare diagnostic compositions.

Abstract: Novel substituted polyhydro-.beta.-carboline derivatives useful as agents in the treatment of obesity, hypersecretion of gastric acid in the gut, gastrin-dependent tumors, or as antipsychotic agents are disclosed. Further the compounds are antianxiety agents and antiulcer agents. Further, the compounds are useful for treating and/or preventing panic attacks. They are agents useful for preventing the response to withdrawal from chronic treatment with or use of nicotine, caffeine, diazepam, alcohol, cocaine or opioids. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment using the compounds as well as processes for preparing them and novel intermediates useful in their preparation. An additional feature of the invention is the use of the subject compounds in diagnostic compositions.

Abstract: Novel .alpha.-substituted Trp dipeptoid derivatives cyclized at the C-terminal useful as agents in the treatment of obesity, hypersecretion of gastric acid in the gut, gastrin-dependent tumors, or as antipsychotics are disclosed. Further, the compounds are antianxiety agents and antiulcer agents. They are agents useful for preventing the response to the withdrawal from chronic treatment with or use of nicotine, diazepam, alcohol, cocaine, caffeine, or opioids. The compounds of the invention are also useful in treating and/or preventing panic attacks. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment using the compounds as well as processes for preparing them and novel intermediates useful in their preparation. An additional feature of the invention is the use of the compounds in diagnostic compositions.

Abstract: Novel didehydrotryptophan derivatives useful as agents in the reduction of gastric acid secretion and in the treatment of anxiety, psychoses, and the symptoms of cognitive decline are disclosed. Processes for making the compounds and novel intermediates useful in the processes as well as compositions containing the compounds and methods of using them are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods for using substituted phenoxy-, 1-, and 2-naphthalenyloxy-, indenyl-, indolyl-, benzo[b]-furanyl-, and benzo[b]thienylcarboxamides of 7,8-(substituted-diamino)-1-oxaspiro[4.5]decanes as cerebrovascular, diuretic, and antiinflammatory agents are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions employing the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention concerns a series of novel 2-amino-monomethoxycyclohexyl amides having analgesic and neuroprotective activity. The compounds bind selectivity to the kappa opioid receptor. Pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, methods of using them, and processes for preparing them are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel 1,2-cyclohexylaminoaryl amides useful as analgesic agents having very high kappa-opioid affinity and selectivity and potency and useful as analgesics, diuretics, antiinflammatory and psychotherapeutic agents are disclosed. Methods for making the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods for using substituted phenoxy-, 1-, and 2-naphthalenyloxy-, indenyl-, indolyl-, benzo[b]-furanyl-, and benzo[b]thienylcarboxamides of 7,8-(substituted-diamino)-1-oxaspiro[4.5]decanes as cerebrovascular, diuretic, and antiinflammatory agents are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions employing the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel 1,2-cyclohexylaminoaryl amides useful as analgesic agents having very high kappa-opioid affinity and selectivity and potency and useful as analgesics, diuretics, antiinflammatory and psychotherapeutic agents are disclosed. Methods for making the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are also disclosed.

Abstract: Certain 1,2-diamino-4,5-dimethoxycyclohexane amide derivatives have analgesic activity, and bind selectively to the kappa opioid receptor site. Pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and a method of alleviating pain in mammals are also disclosed.

Abstract: Certain 2-substituted-[2-substituted-amino]-N-arylalkyl-3-[indol-3-yl]propanamides demonstrate activity as appetite suppressants. The compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, and a method of suppressing appetite are disclosed.

Abstract: Substituted phenoxy-, 1-, and 2-naphthalenyloxy-, indenyl-, indolyl-, benzofuranyl-, and benzo[b]thiofuranylcarboxamides of 7,8-(substituted-diamino)-1-oxaspiro[4.5]decanes are useful as analgesic agents.A method of making the compounds, pharmaceutical compositions employing the compounds, and a method of alleviating pain in warm-blooded animals are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel amines of formula:R--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --NR.sup.1 R.sup.2where R is cis-2-phenylbicyclo[2,2,2]octane or 2-phenylbicyclo[2,2,2]oct-2-ene nucleus, n is 1 to 3, R.sup.1 is C.sub.1-3 alkyl and R.sup.2 is hydrogen or C.sub.1-3 alkyl, and acid-addition salts thereof, which are useful for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system.

Abstract: Substituted trans-1,2-diaminocyclohexyl amide compounds demonstrating selective opioid receptor binding possess utility as analgesic, diuretic, and psychotherapeutic agents. A method of preparing the compounds, pharmaceutical compositions employing the compounds, and a method of alleviating pain employing the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: Substituted naphthalenyloxy- or naphthalenylthiooxyamides of trans-1,2-diaminocyclohexanes possess selective kappa opioid receptor site binding activity and are thus useful as analgesic or diuretic agents. Methods of preparing the compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, and a method for their use as analgesic agents are also disclosed.

Abstract: Substituted trans-1,2-diaminocyclohexyl amide compounds demonstrating selective opioid receptor binding possess utility as analgesic, diuretic, and psychotherapeutic agents. A method of preparing the compounds, pharmaceutical compositions employing the compounds, and a method of alleviating pain employing the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: Substituted trans-1,2-diaminocyclohexyl amide compounds demonstrating selective opioid receptor binding possess utility as analgesic, diuretic, and psychotherapeutic agents. A method of preparing the compounds, pharmaceutical compositions employing the compounds, and a method of alleviating pain employing the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: Isoquinoline compounds of the following formula are described: ##STR1## wherein the moiety A-B represents a group of formula;--CH.sub.2 --NR.sup.3 -- or --NR.sup.3 --CH.sub.2 --;wherein R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl C.sub.1-4 alkyl, optionally substituted benzyl, C.sub.3-6 alkenyl or C.sub.1-4 alkanoyl;wherein R represents hydrogen, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl, or optionally substituted benzyl;wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 each represent hydrogen or taken together represent a chemical bond; and wherein X is hydrogen or halogen; or an acid-addition salt thereof.The compounds are pharmaceuticals and especially useful in the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system.

Abstract: Isoquinoline compounds of the following formula are described: ##STR1## wherein the moiety A-B represents a group of formula:--CH.sub.2 --NR.sup.3 -- or --NR.sup.3 --CH.sub.2 --;wherein R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl-C.sub.1-4 alkyl, optionally substituted benzyl, C.sub.3-6 alkenyl or C.sub.1-4 alkanoyl;wherein R represents hydrogen, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl, or optionally substituted benzyl;wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 each represent hydrogen or taken together represent a chemical bond; and wherein X is hydrogen or halogen; or an acid-addition salt thereof.The compounds are pharmaceuticals and especially useful in the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system.

Abstract: Isoquinoline compounds of the following formula are described: ##STR1## wherein the moiety A-B represents a group of formula:--CH.sub.2 --NR.sup.3 -- or --NR.sup.3 --CH.sub.2 --;wherein R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl-C.sub.1-4 alkyl, optionally substituted benzyl, C.sub.3-6 alkenyl or C.sub.1-4 alkanoyl;wherein R represents hydrogen, C.sub.1-6 alkyl, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl, or optionally substituted benzyl;wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 each represent hydrogen or taken together represent a chemical bond; and wherein X is hydrogen or halogen; or an acid-addition salt thereof.The compounds are pharmaceuticals and especially useful in the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system.