Abstract: The present invention provides a heterocyclic compound having an orexin type 2 receptor agonist activity. A compound represented by the formula (I): wherein each symbol is as described in the specification, or a salt thereof has an orexin type 2 receptor agonist activity, and is useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of narcolepsy.

Abstract: The present invention provides an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of autoimmune diseases (e.g., psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Behcet's disease, multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus etc.) and the like, which has a superior Tyk2 inhibitory action. The present invention relates to a compound represented by the formula wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of autoimmune diseases (e.g., psoriasis, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, Sjogren's syndrome, Behcet's disease, multiple sclerosis, systemic lupus erythematosus etc.) and the like, which has a superior Tyk2 inhibitory action. The present invention relates to a compound represented by the formula wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Provided is a compound having a monoamine reuptake inhibitory activity, which is represented by the formula (I) wherein ring A is an optionally substituted 6-membered aromatic ring, ring B is the substituents on ring A are optionally bonded to form, together with ring A, an optionally substituted 9- or 10-membered aromatic fused ring, and other symbols are as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Provided is a compound having a monoamine reuptake inhibitory activity, which is represented by the formula (I) wherein ring A is an optionally substituted 6-membered aromatic ring, ring B is the substituents on ring A are optionally bonded to form, together with ring A, an optionally substituted 9- or 10-membered aromatic fused ring, and other symbols are as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Agents for improving potency of the urinary bladder which comprise an amine compound of non-carbamate-type having an acetylcholinesterase-inhibiting action. Particularly, crystals of a tricyclic, condensed, heterocyclic derivative are provided, which possess an excellent action to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and an action to improve the excretory potency of the urinary bladder. As an example, crystals of 8-[3-[1-[(3-fluorophenyl)-methyl]-4-piperidinyl]-1-oxopropyl]-1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-4H-pyrrolo[3,2,1-ij]quinolin-4-one or a salt thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are disclosed.

Abstract: Provided is a compound having a monoamine reuptake inhibitory activity, which is represented by the formula (I) wherein ring A is an optionally substituted 6-membered aromatic ring, ring B is the substituents on ring A are optionally bonded to form, together with ring A, an optionally substituted 9- or 10-membered aromatic fused ring, and other symbols are as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: It is intended to provide a TGR5 receptor agonist containing a fused ring compound represented by the following general formula, its salt or a prodrug thereof: (1) wherein ring A represents an optionally substituted aromatic ring; and the ring B? represents a 5- to 8-membered ring having one or more substituents; which is useful in treating various diseases.

Abstract: Agents for improving potency of the urinary bladder which comprise an amine compound of non-carbamate-type having an acetylcholinesterase-inhibiting action. Particularly, crystals of a tricyclic, condensed, heterocyclic derivative are provided, which possess an excellent action to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and an action to improve the excretory potency of the urinary bladder. As an example, crystals of 8-[3-[1-[(3-fluorophenyl)-methyl]-4-piperidinyl]-1-oxopropyl]-1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-4H-pyrrolo[3,2,1-ij]quinolin-4-one or a salt thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are disclosed.

Abstract: Preventives/remedies for voiding disturbance containing a compound having both of an acetylcholinesterase inhibitory action and an ?1 antagonistic action which exhibits an excellent effect of improving the urinary function of the bladder (i.e., effects of improving urine flow rate and voiding efficiency) without affecting the urinary pressure or the blood pressure.

Abstract: A compound represented by the formula: wherein Ar represents a group represented by the formula: (wherein Y represents methylene or an oxygen atom, R1 represents aminosulfonyl, C1-6 alkylaminosulfonyl, C1-6 alkylcarbonylamino or C1-6 alkylsulfonylamino, R2 represents a hydrogen atom or C1-6 alkyl, R3 represents C1-6 alkyl, and R4 represents a hydrogen atom or C1-6 alkyl); X represents a carbonyl group, or a methylene group which may be substituted with a hydroxy group; and L represents an optionally substituted C4-5 alkylene group, or a salt thereof is provided.

Abstract: Agents for improving potentcy of the urinary bladder which comprise an amine compound of non-carbamate-type having an acetylcholinesterase-inhibiting action. Particularly, crystals of a tricyclic, condensed, heterocyclic derivative are provided, which possess an excellent action to inhibit acetylcholinesterase and an action to improve the excretory potency of the urinary bladder. As an example, crystals of of 8-[3-[1-[(3-fluorophenyl)-methyl]-4-piperidinyl]-1-oxopropyl]-1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-4H-pyrrolo[3,2,1-ij]quinolin-4-one or a salt thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are disclosed.

Abstract: Preventives/remedies for voiding disturbance containing a compound having both of an acetylcholinesterase inhibitory action and an ?1 antagonistic action which exhibits an excellent effect of improving the urinary function of the bladder (i.e., effects of improving urine flow rate and voiding efficiency) without affecting the urinary pressure or the blood pressure.

Abstract: Preventives/remedies for voiding disturbance containing a compound having both of an acetylcholinesterase inhibitory action and an ?1 antagonistic action which exhibits an excellent effect of improving the urinary function of the bladder (i.e., effects of improving urine flow rate and voiding efficiency) without affecting the urinary pressure or the blood pressure.

Abstract: Preventives/remedies for voiding disturbance containing a compound having both of an acetylcholinesterase inhibitory action and an al antagonistic action which exhibits an excellent effect of improving the urinary function of the bladder (i.e., effects of improving urine flow rate and voiding efficiency) without affecting the urinary pressure or the blood pressure.

Abstract: The present invention provides a TGR5 receptor agonist comprising a fused ring compound represented by the formula wherein ring A is an optionally substituted aromatic ring; and ring B? is a 5- to 8-membered ring having one or more substituents or a salt thereof or a prodrug thereof, which is useful for the treatment of various diseases.

Abstract: Preventives/remedies for voiding disturbance containing a compound having both of an acetylcholinesterase inhibitory action and an ?1 antagonistic action which exhibits an excellent effect of improving the urinary function of the bladder (i.e., effects of improving urine flow rate and voiding efficiency) without affecting the urinary pressure or the blood pressure.

Abstract: Preventives/remedies for voiding disturbance containing a compound having both of an acetylcholinesterase inhibitory action and an ?1 antagonistic action which exhibits an excellent effect of improving the urinary function of the bladder (i.e., effects of improving urine flow rate and voiding efficiency) without affecting the urinary pressure or the blood pressure.

Abstract: Agents for improving excretory potency of the urinary bladder which comprises an amine compound of non-carbamate-type having an acetylcholinesterase-inhibiting action.

Abstract: Agents for improving potentcy of the urinary bladder which comprises an amine compound of non-carbamate-type having an acetylcholinesterase-inhibiting action. Particularly, crystals of a tricyclic, condensed, heterocyclic derivative are provided, which possess an excellent action to inhibit acetylcholine esterase and an action to improve the excretory potency of urinary bladder. As an example, crystals of of 8-[3-[1-[(3-fluorophenyl)-methyl]-4-piperidinyl]-1-oxopropyl]-1,2,5,6-tetrahydro-4H-pyrrolo[3,2,1-ij]quinolin-4-one or a salt thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are disclosed.