Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions including, but are not limited to, erectile dysfunction, affective disorders, weight gain, cerebral functional disorders, pain, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance abuse, chronic disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, migraines, and incontinence. The methods comprise the administration of a dopamine reuptake inhibitor and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound. Pharmaceutical compositions and dosage forms are also disclosed that comprise a dopamine reuptake inhibitor and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound. Preferred dopamine reuptake inhibitors are racemic or optically pure sibutramine metabolites and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and clathrates thereof. Preferred additional pharmacologically active compounds include drugs that affect the central nervous system, such as 5-HT3 antagonists.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions and dosage forms are disclosed that comprise a racemic or optically pure sibutramine metabolite and a phosphodiesterase inhibitor.

Abstract: The invention is directed to compositions comprising, and methods of using, racemic N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (?)-N-desmethylzopiclone in the treatment and prevention of diseases and conditions in mammals. The invention is further directed to novel methods of preparing N-desmethylzopiclone, optically pure (+)-N-desmethylzopiclone, and optically pure (?)-N-desmethylzopiclone.

Abstract: Methods of preparing, and compositions comprising, derivatives of (?)-venlafaxine are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of treating and preventing diseases and disorders including, but not limited to, affective disorders such as depression, bipolar and manic disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cerebral function disorders, obesity and weight gain, incontinence, dementia and related disorders.

Abstract: Methods of preparing, and compositions comprising, derivatives of (−)-venlafaxine are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of treating and preventing diseases and disorders including, but not limited to, affective disorders such as depression, bipolar and manic disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cerebral function disorders, obesity and weight gain, incontinence, dementia and related disorders.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I are effective in treating disorders modulated by opiate receptor activity and/or monoamine activity. In formula I, R1 is selected from alkyl, aryl, alkylaryl, substituted alkyl, substituted aryl, and substituted alkylaryl; R2 is selected from hydrogen, hydroxy, cyano, haloalkyl, glycosyl, SO2R5, and OR5; R3 and R4 are independently selected from hydrogen and lower alkyl, or R3 and R4 taken together with nitrogen form a five- or six-membered heterocyclic or substituted heterocyclic ring; and R5 is selected from alkyl, aryl, alkylaryl, substituted alkyl, substituted aryl, and substituted alkylaryl.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions such as, but are not limited to: eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: The invention is directed to racemic and stereomerically pure compounds of Formula 3: 1

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions such as, but are not limited to: eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: Methods of preparing, and compositions comprising, derivatives of venlafaxine are disclosed. Also disclosed are methods of treating and preventing diseases and disorders including, but not limited to, affective disorders such as depression, bipolar and manic disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity, Parkinson's disease, epilepsy, cerebral function disorders, obesity and weight gain, incontinence, dementia and related disorders.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions such as, but are not limited to: eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: Treatment of CNS disorders with (1R,4S)-trans 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-napthalenamine; and (1S,4R)-trans 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-napthalenamine is disclosed. A process for preparing 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-napthalenamine is also disclosed. The process includes the preparation of all four isomers of N-[4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-1-yl]formamide, which are also useful.

Abstract: Treatment of central nervous system disorders with (1R,4S)-trans 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-N-methyl-1-napthalenamine and with (1S,4R)-trans 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-N-methyl-1-napthalenamine is disclosed. A process for preparing 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-N-methyl-1-napthalenamine is also disclosed.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions such as, but are not limited to: eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: Compositons employing and methods utilizing the optically pure (+) isomer of norcisapride are disclosed. This compound has surprisingly been found to be a potent drug for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system. The compound, (+) norcisapride, has also been found to be a potent antiemetic agent. Finally, the (+) isomer of norcisapride also avoids certain adverse side effects and certain adverse drug interactions.

Abstract: Methods of treating neuropathic pain, tinnitus, and related disorders are disclosed. These methods comprise the administration of optically pure R(−)-ketoprofen. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of neuropathic pain and tinnitus which comprise optically pure R(−)-ketoprofen.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions including, but are not limited to, erectile dysfunction, affective disorders, weight gain, cerebral functional disorders, pain, obsessive-compulsive disorder, substance abuse, chronic disorders, anxiety, eating disorders, migraines, and incontinence. The methods comprise the administration of a dopamine reuptake inhibitor and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound. Pharmaceutical compositions and dosage forms are also disclosed that comprise a dopamine reuptake inhibitor and optionally an additional pharmacologically active compound. Preferred dopamine reuptake inhibitors are racemic or optically pure sibutrarnine metabolites and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, and clathrates thereof. Preferred additional pharmacologically active compounds include drugs that affect the central nervous system, such as 5-HT3 antagonists.

Abstract: Compositions and methods utilizing the optically pure (+) isomer of norcisapride are disclosed. This compound has surprisingly been found to be a potent drug for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system. The compound, (+) norcisapride, has also been found to be a potent antiemetic agent. Finally, the (+) isomer of norcisapride also avoids certain adverse side effects and certain adverse drug interactions.

Abstract: Methods of treating neuropathic pain, tinnitus, and related disorders are disclosed. These methods comprise the administration of optically pure R(−)-ketoprofen. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions useful in the treatment of neuropathic pain and tinnitus which comprise optically pure R(−)-ketoprofen.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I are effective in treating disorders modulated by opiate receptor activity and/or monoamine activity.