Abstract: Compounds characterized generally as pyridinyl-terminated alkylamino ethynyl alanine amino diol derivatives are useful as renin inhibitors for the treatment of hypertension. Compounds of particular interest are those of Formula I ##STR1## wherein A is selected from CO and SO.sub.2 ; wherein X is selected from oxygen atom and methylene; wherein G is a pyridinyl group; wherein R.sub.1 is selected from hydrido, methyl, ethyl, isopropyl and n-propyl; wherein R.sub.2 is phenylmethyl; wherein each of R.sub.3 and R.sub.5 is hydrido; wherein R.sub.4 is selected from ##STR2## wherein V is selected from hydrido and methyl; wherein R.sub.6 is cyclohexylmethyl; wherein R.sub.7 is selected from isobutyl, cyclopropyl and cyclopropylmethyl; wherein q is a number selected from zero through three, inclusive; and wherein n is a number selected from zero through three, inclusive; or a pharmaceutically-acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: A class of N-substituted imidazol-2-one compounds is described for use in treatment of circulatory disorders. Compounds of particular interest are angiotensin II antagonists of the formula ##STR1## wherein m is one; wherein R.sup.1 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, 4-methylbutyl, n-pentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, cyclohexylethyl, cyclohexanoyl, 1-oxo-2-cyclohexylethyl, benzoyl, 1-oxo-2-phenethyl, 1-oxopropyl, 1-oxobutyl, 1-oxopentyl and 2-hydroxybutyl; wherein R.sup.0 is selected from hydrido, methyl, fluoro, chloro, monofluoromethyl, difluoromethyl, trifluoromethyl, formyl, carboxyl and dimethoxymethyl; wherein R.sup.2 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, n-pentyl, isopentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, propylthio, butylthio, and hydroxyalkyl; wherein each of R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.6, R.sup.7, R.sup.8, R.

Abstract: Renal-selective compounds are described which, in one embodiment, are prodrugs preferentially converted in the kidney to compounds capable of blocking angiotensin II (AII) receptors. These prodrugs are conjugates formed from two components, namely, a first component provided by an AII antagonist compound and a second component which is capable of being cleaved from the first component when both components are chemically linked within the conjugate. The two components are chemically linked by a bond which is cleaved selectively in the kidney, for example, by an enzyme. The liberated AII antagonist compound is then available to block AII receptors within the kidney.

Abstract: A class of N-substituted (.alpha.-imidazolyl-toluyl)pyrrole compounds described for use in treatment of circulatory disorders. Compounds of particular interest are angiotensin II antagonists of the formula ##STR1## wherein m is one; wherein each of R.sup.0 and R.sup.1 is independently selected from hydrido, alkyl, hydroxyalkyl, formyl, halo, haloalkyl, cycloalkylcarbonyl, alkoxy, aroyl, aryloxy, aralkoxy, alkylcarbonyl, alkoxycarbonyl, cyano, nitro, carboxyl, alkylcarbonyloxy, alkylcarbonyloxyalkyl, alkoxycarbonylalkyl, aralkoxycarbonylalkyl, alkylsulfonyl, aralkylsulfonyl, arylsulfonyl; wherein R.sup.2 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, n-pentyl, isopentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, propylthio, butylthio, and hydroxyalkyl; wherein each of R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.5, R.sup.6, R.sup.7, R.sup.8, R.sup.9 and R.sup.

Abstract: A class of N-substituted N-(.alpha.-triazolyltoluyl)pyrrole compounds described for use in treatment of circulatory disorders. Compounds of particular interest are angiotensin II antagonists of the formula ##STR1## wherein m is one; wherein R.sup.1 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, 4-methylbutyl, n-pentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, cyclohexylethyl, cyclohexanoyl, 1-oxo-2-cyclohexylethyl, benzoyl, 1-oxo-2-phenethyl, 1-oxopropyl, 1-oxobutyl, 1-oxopentyl and 2-hydroxybutyl; wherein R.sup.2 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, n-pentyl, isopentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, propylthio, butylthio, and hydroxyalkyl; wherein each of R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.5, R.sup.6, R.sup.7, R.sup.8, R.sup.9 and R.sup.

Abstract: A class of N-arylheteroarylalkyl imidazol-2-one compounds is described for use in treatment of circulatory disorders such as hypertension and congestive heart failure. Compounds of particular interest are angiotensin II antagonists of the formula ##STR1## wherein A is selected from ##STR2## wherein m is one; wherein R.sup.1 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, 4-methylbutyl, n-pentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, cyclohexylethyl, cyclohexanoyl, 1-oxo-2-cyclohexylethyl, benzoyl, 1-oxo-2-phenethyl, 1-oxopropyl, 1-oxobutyl, 1-oxopentyl and 2-hydroxybutyl; wherein R.sup.0 is selected from hydrido, methyl, fluoro, chloro, monofluoromethyl, difluoromethyl, trifluoromethyl, formyl, carboxyl and dimethoxymethyl; wherein R.sup.

Abstract: Synthesis and use of novel oligopeptides are described, many of which peptides contain one or several unnatural amino acids. These short linear peptide derivatives are characterized by the presence of a free sulfhydryl function. These compounds have a high affinity for the Atrial Natriuretic Peptide (ANP) receptor coupled to particulate guanylate cyclase. Such peptides are full agonists at the ANP receptor as demonstrated by the ability of the peptides to stimulate the production of cGMP and to relax smooth muscles in vitro. In accord with these observations, the compounds of the invention lower blood pressure in mammals. Preferred peptides are the following:Cys-Cha-Gly-Gly-Arg-Ile-Asp-Arg-Ile-GlyNH.sub.2 ; D-Cys-Cha-Gly-Gly-Arg-Ile-Asp-Arg-Ile-GlyNH.sub.2 ; L-Pen-Cha-Gly-Gly-Arg-Ile-Asp-Arg-Ile-GlyNH.sub.2 ; and Cys-Cha-Gly-Gly-Arg-Ile-Asp-Arg-IleNH.sub.2.

Abstract: A class of N-substituted imidazol-2-one compounds is described for use in treatment of circulatory disorders. Compounds of particular interest are angiotensin II antagonists of the formula ##STR1## wherein m is one; wherein R.sup.1 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, 4-methylbutyl, n-pentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, cyclohexylethyl, cyclohexanoyl, 1-oxo-2-cyclohexylethyl, benzoyl, 1-oxo-2-phenethyl, 1-oxopropyl, 1-oxobutyl, 1-oxopentyl and 2-hydroxybutyl; wherein R.sup.0 is selected from hydrido, methyl, fluoro, chloro, monofluoromethyl, difluoromethyl, trifluoromethyl, formyl, carboxyl and dimethoxymethyl; wherein R.sup.2 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, sec-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, n-pentyl, isopentyl, neopentyl, phenyl, benzyl, phenethyl, cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, propylthio, butylthio, and hydroxyalkyl; wherein each of R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.6, R.sub.7, R.sup.8, R.

Abstract: A class of 8-azapurin-6-one derivatives is described for use in control of hypertension. A compound of particular interest is 8-aza-2-(2-n-propoxyphenyl)purin-6-one.

Abstract: A high-temperature, high-shear viscometer includes a closed end tube having a chamber. A first inlet to the tube is for introducing pressurized gas therein. A second inlet to the tube is for introducing the liquid into the chamber and removing excess liquid from the chamber. A capillary tube is in communication with the chamber. An outlet for the liquid is in communication with the capillary tube. A timer is provided for measuring the efflux time of the liquid in the capillary tube. The timer is started by a device in communication with the first inlet. The timer is stopped by a device which senses the movement of the pressurized gas. The movement sensor includes a thermistor.

Abstract: A high-temperature, high-shear viscometer includes a closed end tube having a chamber. A first inlet to the tube is for introducing pressurized gas therein. A second inlet to the tube is for introducing the liquid into the chamber and removing excess liquid from the chamber. A capillary tube is in communication with the chamber. An outlet for the liquid is in communication with the capillary tube. A timer is provided for measuring the efflux time of the liquid in the capillary tube. The timer is started by a device in communication with the first inlet. The timer is stopped by a device which senses the movement of the pressurized gas.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the aspermatogenesis activity of(a) compounds of the formula: ##STR1## where m is an integer from 1 to 4X represents hydrogen or --OHR represents Ar, ##STR2## Ar represents ##STR3## R.sub.1 represents hydrogen, fluoro, chloro, lower alkyl or lower alkoxy, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 each, independently, represent lower alkyl, orR.sub.2 and R.sub.3 together with N represent ##STR4## wherein n is 1, 2 or 3,R.sub.4 represents hydrogen or lower alkyl, andR.sub.5 represents hydrogen or lower alkyl, unsubstituted phenyl or phenyl mono- or di-substituted with fluoro, chloro, lower alkyl or lower alkoxy, or(b) compounds of the formula: ##STR5## where R' is Ar or ##STR6## Ar, R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are as defined above, or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof.

Abstract: An electrical plug is described that mates with existing standard electrical jacks to intercept the electrical signal making it available for controlling the off/on condition or volume of the output transducer of the electrical device or for monitoring or measuring the signal without interruption of the operation of the device.

Abstract: A low twist, high bulk filtration roving is prepared by wrapping a sliver comprised of individual fibers, around a core in the conventional manner. Exemplary of the bulk fibers which may be employed are naturally occurring fibers such as jute, cotton, animal hair; synthetic polymer fibers, such as acrylic, nylon, polyester, olefin, aramid, teflon; man-made organic fibers deriving from natural sources such as rayon or cellulose acetate; and inorganic fibers such as metal, glass, graphite; or a blend of two or more of these fibers. Examples of the core, which can be continuous filaments, monofilaments or spun yarn, are one or more strands of the same composition as the fibers, or a combination thereof, twisted paper which can be plain, impregnated or metallized, and metal wire. Where the material is capable of being cast in film form, slit film may be employed as the strand(s). The composite roving is wound upon a rigid perforated tubular center to form a filter cartridge.

Abstract: 2-amino-5-(substituted or unsubstituted phenylalkyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazoles, e.g., 2-amino-5-(3-trifluoromethylbenzyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazole, prepared, e.g., by ring closure, of corresponding 1-(substituted or unsubstituted phenylalkanoyl)-thiosemicarbazide in a strong acid medium. The compounds are useful as minor tranquilizers and sleep inducers.

Abstract: 2-amino-5-(substituted or unsubstituted phenylalkyl)-thiadiazoles, e.g., 2-amino-5-(4-[phenylbutyl])-thiadiazole, prepared, e.g., by ring closure, of corresponding 1-(substituted or unsubstituted phenylalkanoyl)-thiosemicarbazide in a strong acid medium. The compounds are useful as minor tranquilizers and sedative hypnotics.

Abstract: Substituted benzylidene hydrazines e.g. N-(4-phenylbenzylidene)-N'-amidino hydrazine and their use as hypoglycemic-antihyperglycemic agents, anti-obesity agents and anti-inflammatory agents.

Abstract: Amino and substituted amino-hydrazinopyridazines, e.g., 4-methyl-amino-3-hydrazinopyridazine and 4-ethylamino-6-chloro-3-hydrazinopyridazine, are prepared from 3,4,6-trihalopyridazines and are active as hypotensive/antihypertensive agents.

Abstract: N-substituted-4-t-butyl-1-pyridinethiocarboxamides, e.g. N-methyl-4-t-1,2,3,6-tetrahydro-1-pyridinethiocarboxamides, are prepared by treating 4-t-butyl-1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridine with a substituted isothiocyanate and are useful as anti-inflammatory and non-narcotic analgesic agents.

Abstract: 2-amino-5-(substituted or unsubstituted phenylalkyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazoles, e.g., 2-amino-5-(3-trifluoromethylbenzyl)-1,3,4-thiadiazole, prepared, e.g., by ring closure, of corresponding 1-(substituted or unsubstituted phenylalkanoyl)-thio-semicarbazide in a strong acid medium. The compounds are useful as minor tranquilizers and sleep inducers.