Abstract: The present invention discloses (1S,5S)-3-(5,6-dichloro-3-pyridinyl)-3,6-diazabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane, salts thereof, and its use to treat pain and other disorders associated with the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor.

Abstract: The present invention discloses (1S,5S)-3-(5,6-dichloro-3-pyridinyl)-3,6-diazabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane, salts thereof, and its use to treat pain and other disorders associated with the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n is 0, 1, or 2; A is N or N+—O—; X is O, S, —NH—, and —N-alkyl-; Ar1 is a 6-membered aromatic ring; and Ar2 is a fused bicycloheterocycle. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein A and B are amine-substituted sidechains, Y1 and Y2 form various tricyclic cores, Xa and Xb are C, CH, or N, as defined herein, and Rx is an optional substituent. Compounds and compositions of formula (I) are contemplated as well as methods for treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7nAChR ligands that encompass compounds of formula (I) and other tricyclic derivatives. Methods of using amino-substituted tricyclic derivatives also are described herein.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein A and B are amine-substituted sidechains, Y1 and Y2 form various tricyclic cores, and Rx is an optional substituent. Compounds and compositions of formula (I) are contemplated as well as methods for treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands that encompass compounds of formula (I) and other tricyclic derivatives.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein A is N or N+—O?; n is 0, 1, or 2; Y is O, S, —NH—, and —N-alkyl-; Ar1 is both 6-membered aromatic rings; Ar2 is 5- or 6-membered aromatic rings with a —NR8R9 group, as defined herein. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n is 0, 1, or 2; A is N or N+—O?; X is O, S, —NH—, and —N-alkyl-; Ar1 is a 6-membered aromatic ring; and Ar2 is a fused bicycloheterocycle. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n is 0, 1, or 2; X is O, S, —NH—, and —N-alkyl-; Ar1 is a 6-membered aromatic ring; and Ar2 is a fused bicycloheterocycle. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n1 is 0, 1, or 2; n2 is 0, 1, or 2; X is a bond, O, S, or NR1; and Ar1 is a 5-membered aromatic ring, 6-membered aromatic ring, or a fused bicycloheterocycle. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters, amides, or prodrugs thereof, wherein: A and G are each independently N or N+—O?; m and n are each independently 0, 1, or 2; X1 and X3 are each independently O, S, and —N(R1)—; X2 is O, S, —N(R1)—, —N(Ar2)—, and —N(R2)C(O)—; Ar1 is a six-membered aromatic ring; Ar2 is cyclohexyl or a mono- or bicyclic aromatic ring, and R13 is hydrogen, alkyl, or halogen, as defined herein. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formulas (I) and (II) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, amide, or prodrug thereof, wherein: n is 0, 1, or 2; X1 is O, S, —N(R1)—, —N(Ar2)—, and N(R2)C(O)—; Ar1 is a six-membered aromatic ring; Ar2 is cyclohexyl or a mono- or bicyclic aromatic ring, as defined herein. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n is 0, 1, or 2; Y is O, S, —NH—, and —N-alkyl-; Ar1 is both 6-membered aromatic rings; Ar2 is 5- or 6-membered aromatic rings with a —NR8R9 group, as defined herein. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n1 is 0, 1, or 2; n2 is 0, 1, or 2; X is a bond, O, S, or NR1; and Ar1 is a 5-membered aromatic ring, 6-membered aromatic ring, or a fused bicycloheterocycle. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) Z-Ar1—Ar2??(I) wherein Z is a diazabicyclic amine, Ar1 is a 5- or 6-membered aromatic ring, and Ar2 is selected from the group consisting of an unsubstituted or substituted 5- or 6-membered heteroaryl ring; unsubstituted or substituted bicyclic heteroaryl ring; 3,4-(methylenedioxy)phenyl; carbazolyl; tetrahydrocarbazolyl; naphthyl; and phenyl; wherein the phenyl is substituted with 0, 1, 2, or 3 substituents in the meta- or para-positions. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) Z-Ar1—Ar2??(I) wherein Z is a diazabicyclic amine, Ar1 is a 5- or 6-membered aromatic ring, and Ar2 is selected from an unsubstituted or substituted 5-membered heteroaryl ring; an unsubstituted or substituted 6-membered heteroaryl ring; 3,4-(methylenedioxy)phenyl; and phenyl substituted with 0, 1, 2, or 3 substituents in the meta- or para-positions. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: Heterocyclic substituted aminoazacyclic compounds of formula I Z-R3 ??I, wherein Z is a defined aminoazacycle and R3 is a defined heterocycle moiety, pharmaceutical compositions of these compounds, and use of said compositions to control synaptic transmission in mammals.

Abstract: Heterocyclic substituted aminoazacyclic compounds of formula I Z—R3  I, wherein Z is a defined aminoazacycle and R3 is a defined heterocycle moiety, pharmaceutical compositions of these compounds, and use of said compositions to control synaptic transmission in mammals.

Abstract: The present invention discloses (1S,5S)-3-(5,6-dichloro-3-pyridinyl)-3,6-diazabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane and its use to treat pain and other disorders associated with the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor.

Abstract: The present invention discloses (1S,5S)-3-(5,6-dichloro-3-pyridinyl)-3,6-diazabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane and its use to treat pain and other disorders associated with the nicotinic acetylcholine receptor.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I pharmaceutical compositions of these compounds, and use of said compositions to control synaptic transmission in mammals.