Abstract: The subject of the invention is the products of formula (I): in which R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and G are as defined in the description, the dotted lines represent an optional second bond, as well as the addition salts with acids and bases and the esters, their preparation process and the intermediates of this process, their use as medicines and the pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: The object is to provide a promoting agent for bone formation, a therapeutic method for bone formation and a process for preparing a promoting agent for bone formation. A promoting agent for bone formation which comprises at least one of kistrin, echstatin, a peptide or polypeptide containing the amino acid sequence ArgGlyAsp in the molecule such as a peptide represented by Gly-Arg-Gly-Asp-Ser or a compound represented by the following general formula (IX) and so on, as well as a biologically acceptable salt thereof wherein R16 represents —N(R20)2 (R20 represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-C4 alkyl group), R17 represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-C4 alkyl group, R18 represents a hydrogen atom, a C1-C4 alkyl group and so on, R19 represents OH, NH2 and so on, Y represents —NH—, —O— or a direct bond, a represents 1-3, b represents 1 or 2, c represents 0 or 1 and d represents 0 or 1.

Abstract: The present invention comprises growth hormone releasing peptides/peptidomimetics (GHRP) capable of causing release of growth hormone from the pituitary. Compositions containing the GHRP's of this invention are used to promote growth in mammals either alone or in combination with other growth promoting compounds, especially IGF-1. In a method of this invention GHRP's in combination with IGF-1 are used to treat Type II diabetes. An exemplary compound of this invention is provided below.

Abstract: Human receptor selective atrial natriuretic factor variants containing various substitutions, especially G16R, show equal potency and binding affinity for the human A-receptor but have decreased affinity for the human clearance or C-receptor. These ANF variants have natriuretic, diuretic and vasorelaxant activity but have increased metabolic stability, making them suitable for treating congestive heart failure, acute kidney failure and renal hypertension.

Abstract: Benzodiazepine derivatives represented by the structure below are disclosed that act as potent inhibitors of ras farnesyl:protein transferase. Pharmaceutical compositions containing these benzodiazepines are provided for treatment of diseases foe which inhibition of the ras farnesyl:protein transferase as indicated.

Abstract: The present invention comprises growth hormone releasing peptides/peptidomimetics (GHRP) capable of causing release of growth hormone from the pituitary. Compositions containing the GHRP's of this invention are used to promote growth in mammals either alone or in combination with other growth promoting compounds, especially IGF-1. In a method of this invention GHRP's in combination with IGF-1 are used to treat Type II diabetes. An exemplary compound of this invention is provided below.

Abstract: A peptide containing the tripeptide recognition sequences RGD or KGD in a cycle and an exocyclic group bearing a positive charge is provided. The compound is provided in therapeutic form for administration to a mammal and exhibits high specificity and potency as a platelet aggregation inhibitor without undesireable side effects.

Abstract: Human receptor selective atrial natriuretic factor variants containing various substitutions, especially G16R, show equal potency and binding affinity for the human A-receptor but have decreased affinity for the human clearance or C-receptor. These ANF variants have natriuretic, diuretic and vasorelaxant activity but have increased metabolic stability, making them suitable for treating congestive heart failure, acute kidney failure and renal hypertension.

Abstract: Benzodiazepine derivatives are disclosed that act as potent inhibitors of ras farnesyl:protein transferase. Pharmaceutical compositions containing these benzodiazepines are provided for treatment of diseases for which inhibition of the ras farnesyl:protein transferase is indicated.

Abstract: A peptide containing the tripeptide recognition sequences RGD or KGD in a cycle and an exocyclic group bearing a positive charge is provided. The compound is provided in therapeutic form for administration to a mammal and exhibits high specificity and potency as a platelet aggregation inhibitor without undesireable side effects.