Abstract: This invention provides compounds having drug and bio-affecting properties, their pharmaceutical compositions and method of use. In particular, the invention is concerned with amido piperazine derivatives. These compounds possess unique antiviral activity, whether used alone or in combination with other antivirals, antiinfectives, immunomodulators or HIV entry inhibitors. More particularly, the present invention relates to the treatment of HIV and AIDS.

Abstract: Compounds are described that are active on PPARs, including pan-active compounds. Also described are methods for developing or identifying compounds having a desired selectivity profile.

Abstract: Compounds of a certain formula (I), in which Ra and Rb have the meanings indicated in the description, are novel effective compounds with anti-proliferative and apoptosis inducing activity.

Abstract: Preferred embodiments of the present invention are related to novel therapeutic drugs and drug combinations, and associated methods, for treating and/or preventing complications or otherwise treating disease in patients with hypertension, diabetes, metabolic syndrome, obesity and/or other metabolic disorders.

Abstract: The use of a compound of formula (I) an isomer thereof, a prodrug of said compound or isomer, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said compound, isomer or prodrug, in the manufacture of a medicament for the palliative, prophylactic or curative treatment of negative energy balance in ruminants. The use of a compound of formula 1, in the manufacture of a medicament for the palliative, prophylactic or curative treatment of ruminant disease associated with negative energy balance in ruminants, wherein, preferably, the ruminant disease associated with negative energy balance in ruminants is selected from fatty liver syndrome, dystocia, immune dysfunction, impaired immune function, toxification, primary ketosis, secondary ketosis, downer cow syndrome, indigestion, inappetence, retained placenta, displaced abomasum, mastitis, (endo-)-metritis, infertility, low fertility, and lameness.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula wherein the substituents are as defined in the claims, are useful as fungicides.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel compound of the formula I: and/or all stereoisomeric forms of the compound of the formula I and/or mixtures of these forms in any ratio, and/or a physiologically tolerated salt of the compound of the formula I, in which R1 to R5 and V1, V2 have the meanings stated in the claims and specification. The inventive compounds are suitable as inhibitors of metalloproteases, especially of ADAMTS proteases and TNF-? converting enzyme (TACE), and for the treatment of disorders such as but not limited to osteoarthrosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Abstract: Compounds are disclosed that have a formula represented by the following: The compounds may be prepared as pharmaceutical compositions, and may be used for the prevention and treatment of a variety of conditions in mammals including humans, including by way of non-limiting example, pain, inflammation, traumatic injury, and others.

Abstract: This invention relates to iminodiacetic acid and diamine hydroxamic acid derivatives, that are inhibitors of histone deacetylase (HDAC), and are useful in the prevention and/or treatment of cellular proliferative diseases, for example cancer, autoimmune, allergic and inflammatory diseases, diseases of the central nervous system (CNS) such as neurodegenerative diseases, and in the prevention and/or treatment of restenosis.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel substituted isoxazole compounds, pharmaceutical compositions, therapeutic uses and processes for preparing the same.

Abstract: A compound of the formula (1): wherein m, n and p is independently an integer of 0 to 4 with the proviso that 3?m+n?8; X is the formula: NR4, etc.; R1, R3 and R4 are a substituted or unsubstituted aryl group, etc.; R2 is a hydrogen atom, etc.; a, b, c, d, e and f are a hydrogen atom or a substituted or unsubstituted alkyl group, etc.; Y is the formula: —SO2—, etc.; and Z is an oxygen atom, etc.; or a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of the same has an activity of potentiating an expression of a low density lipoprotein receptor and thus is useful as an agent for treating hyperlipidemia or arteriosclerosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for treating one or more diabetic microvascular complications in a patient in need of said treatment comprising: (a) diagnosing the severity of at least three different microvascular complications in said patient by calculating a diabetes microvascular complications score with a diabetes microvascular complications scoring tool; and (b) administering to said patient in need thereof a therapeutic amount of a compound selected from the group consisting of ruboxistaurin, enzastaurin, PKC 412, candesartan cilexetil, fidarestat, lidorestat, pyridoxamine and pegaptanib, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and ranibizumab; in an amount that is effective in treating one or more diabetic microvascular complications in said diabetic patient.

Abstract: To provide an amorphous composition for nasal administration or for administration by adhering to oral mucosa in which absorption property and chemical and physical stabilities of (2R)—N-(1-benzylpiperidin-4-yl)-3-cyclohexylmethylthio-2-[(4R)-3-tert-butoxycarbonylthiazolidin-4-ylcarbonylamino]propanamide which is useful as an N type calcium channel inhibitor are improved. A preparation comprising the amorphous composition of the present invention has been found to be excellent in physical stability and chemical stability and to be useful as a nasal preparation or a preparation for adhering to the oral mucosa. As a result, the resulting preparation has a high BA value and is useful for prevention and/or the treatment of a disease mediated by the N type calcium channel including pain (such as neuropathic pain, cancerous pain, intractable pain, postoperative pain, acute pain, chronic pain, neuralgia and infectious pain).

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 4-phenyl-4-[1H-imidazol-2-yl]-piperidine derivatives according to Formula (I) the pharmaceutically acceptable acid or base addition salts thereof, the stereochemically isomeric forms thereof, the tautomeric forms thereof and the N-oxide forms thereof. In particular are claimed compounds according to Formula (I) in which A=B is C?O or SO2, X is a covalent bond, R1 is alkyloxy, alkyloxyalkyl, Ar or NR9R10, wherein R9 and R10 each independently are hydrogen or Ar; or A=B and R1 together form a benzoxazolyl radical; p is zero, R3 is benzyl optionally substituted with hydroxy, alkyl or alkyloxycarbonyl and R4 and R5 each are hydrogen. The invention also relates to processes for the preparation of the compounds according to the invention and their use in medicine, in particular as selective non-peptide ?-opioid agonists for use in the treatment of various pain conditions.

Abstract: Methods of using DAS-431 under conditions where it is administered at a dose that results in improved cognitive performance but without significant side effects are provided. Symptoms can be ameliorated during the period of treatment and, frequently, for substantially longer periods thereafter. In addition, the DAS-431 is provided at a level which does not negatively affect responsiveness to subsequent doses of DAS-431. Few adverse effects are observed, and the treatments can result in long term relief, so as to avoid frequent repetitive treatment.

Abstract: The invention encompasses a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of a cyclooxygenase-2 selective inhibitor selected from rofecoxib and etoricoxib or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a therapeutically effective amount of a proton pump inhibitor selected from the group consisting of: omeprazole, lansoprazole, rabeprazole, pantoprazole, and esomeprazole, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of any of the aforementioned, in combination with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The invention also encompasses a method for treating a cyclooxygenase-2 mediated disease or condition in a human patient at risk of a thrombotic cardiovascular event, wherein the patient is on aspirin therapy to reduce the risk of the thrombotic cardiovascular event, comprising administering to the patient this pharmaceutical composition.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, compounds that inhibit viral replication, preferably Hepatitis C Virus (HCV) replication, have been identified, and methods for their use provided. In one aspect of the invention, compounds useful in the treatment or prevention of a viral infection are provided. In another aspect of the invention, compounds useful in the treatment or prevention of HCV infection are provided.

Abstract: There is disclosed the use of a compound of formula (I), (I) wherein X, Y, W and Q are as defined in the specification, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, in the manufacture of a medicament, for the treatment or prophylaxis of diseases or conditions in which inhibition of the enzyme myeloperoxidase (MPO) is beneficial. Certain novel compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are disclosed, together with processes for their preparation. The compounds of formulae (I) are MPO inhibitors and are thereby particularly useful in the treatment or prophylaxis of neuroinflammatory disorders.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I); pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of using the same, processes or preparing the same, and intermediates thereof.

Abstract: Certain oxadiazole ketone compounds are useful as FAAH inhibitors. Such compounds may be used in pharmaceutical compositions and methods for the treatment of disease states, disorders, and conditions mediated by fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) activity. Thus, the compounds may be administered to treat anxiety, pain, inflammation, sleep disorders, eating disorders, or movement disorders (such as MS).

Abstract: A compound of general formula (I): A process for preparing this compound. A fungicidal composition comprising a compound of general formula (I). A method for treating plants by applying a compound of general formula (I) or a composition comprising it.

Abstract: A compound of general formula (I): A process for preparing this compound. A fungicidal composition comprising a compound of general formula (I). A method for treating plants by applying a compound of general formula (I) or a composition comprising it.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aromatic compounds of the formula I wherein Ar is phenyl or an aromatic 5- or 6-membered C-bound heteroaromatic radical, wherein Ar may carry 1 radical Ra and wherein Ar may also carry 1 or 2 radicals Rb; X is N or CH; E is CR6R7 or NR3; R1 is C1-C4-alkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkylmethyl, C3-C4-alkenyl, fluorinated C1-C4-alkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkylmethyl, fluorinated C3-C4-alkenyl, formyl or C1-C3-alkylcarbonyl; R1a is H, C1-C4-alkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkylmethyl, C3-C4-alkenyl, fluorinated C1-C4-alkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkylmethyl, fluorinated C3-C4-alkenyl, or R1a and R2 together are (CH2)n with n being 2, 3 or 4, or R1a and R2a together are (CH2)n with n being 2, 3 or 4; R2 and R2a are are independently of each other H, C1-C4-alkyl or fluorinated C1-C4-alkyl or R2a and R2 together are (CH2)m with m being 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5; R3 is H or C1-C4-alkyl; R6, R7 independently of e

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds which are potentiators of metabotropic glutamate receptors, including the mGluR2 receptor, and which are useful in the treatment or prevention of neurological and psychiatric disorders associated with glutamate dysfunction and diseases in which metabotropic glutamate receptors are involved. The invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and the use of these compounds and compositions in the prevention or treatment of such diseases in which metabotropic glutamate receptors are involved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the formula I wherein A1, A2, R1, R2, R3, X and n are as defined in the claims, which are valuable pharmaceutically active compounds for the therapy and prophylaxis of diseases, for example of cardiovascular diseases such as hypertension, angina pectoris, cardiac insufficiency, thromboses or atherosclerosis. The compounds of the formula I are capable of modulating the body's production of cyclic guanosine monophosphate (cGMP) and are generally suitable for the therapy and prophylaxis of diseases which are associated with a disturbed cGMP balance. The invention furthermore relates to processes for preparing compounds of the formula I, to their use for the therapy and prophylaxis of the abovementioned diseases and for preparing pharmaceuticals for this purpose, and to pharmaceutical preparations which comprise compounds of the formula I.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with novel hexafluoroisopropanol derivatives of formula (I) wherein R1 to R6, m and n are as defined in the description and in the claims, as well as physiologically acceptable salts and esters thereof. These compounds bind to LXR alpha and LXR beta and can be used as medicaments.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds formula I, their preparation, and their use as pharmaceutically active immunosuppressive agents for the treatment of autoimmune disorders, organ transplant rejection, disorders associated with an activated immune system, as well as other disorders modulated by lymphopenia or S1P receptors.

Abstract: A novel process for the preparation of S(?)-2-amino-6-propylamino-4,5,6,7-tetrahydrobenzothiazole (pramipexole).

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) in free or salt or solvate form, wherein T has the meaning as indicated in the specification, are useful for treating conditions that are prevented or alleviated by activation of the ?2-adrenoreceptor. Pharmaceutical compositions that contain the compounds and a process for preparing the compounds are also described.

Abstract: A method of treating viral infections by the administration of a halogenated benzamide derivative according to formula (III): in which R1 is a halogen atom, and R2-R6 are independently hydrogen, hydroxyl, C1-C4 alkyl, —C1-C4 alkoxy, acyloxy, nitro, halogen, —C(O)R7 where R7 is —C1-C4 alkyl, or, aromatic including salts and hydrates of these compounds.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof wherein the variables G, L, A, W, E, R2, R2, R4, R5, RN, and RC are defined herein. These compounds interact with and inhibit the activity of the enzyme beta-secretase. These compounds are therefore useful in treating Alzheimer's disease and other similar diseases. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment of these diseases are also disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I in free or salt form, wherein T, X, R1, R2, Ra, R3, R4, R5 and U have the meanings as indicated in the specification, are useful for treating a condition mediated by CCR-3, particularly an inflammatory or allergic condition such as an inflammatory or obstructive airways disease. Pharmaceutical compositions that contain the compounds and processes for preparing the compounds are also described.

Abstract: The invention relates to hydrates of pharmaceutically acceptable alkaline-earth salts of irbesartan and to their preparation in an aqueous medium.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel amorphous losartan potassium, novel losartan potassium in a crystalline form that is a hydrate, novel crystalline losartan potassium Form IV and solvates thereof, novel crystalline losartan potassium Form V and solvates thereof, to processes for their preparation, to compositions containing them and to their use in medicine. This invention further relates to a novel process for preparing crystalline losartan potassium Form I and Form II.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of anastrozole.

Abstract: The invention relates to intravenously highly compatible imexon injection preparations and processes for their production as well as imexon lyophilisates stable in storage for the production of the injection preparations.

Abstract: A method and solution for local inhibition of pain and inflammation by application of a serotonin antagonist, and serotonin antagonist compositions for local delivery.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel indazolyl-substituted pyrroline compounds of Formula (I): useful as kinase or dual-kinase inhibitors, methods for producing such compounds and methods for treating or ameliorating a kinase or dual-kinase mediated disorder.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I): and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates (including hydrates) of said compounds and salts, or prodrugs of said compound, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates of said prodrugs, wherein the substituents are as herein defined, are useful in therapy, for example they may be useful for treating progesterone-mediated conditions such as endometriosis, uterine fibroids (leiomyomata), menorrhagia, adenomyosis, primary and secondary dysmenorrhoea (including symptoms of dyspareunia, dyschexia and chronic pelvic pain), or chronic pelvic pain syndrome.

Abstract: This invention relates to carvedilol monocitrate monohydrate, compositions containing this salt of carvedilol and methods of using this compound to treat hypertension, congestive heart failure and angina.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for the prevention and treatment of all forms of atherosclerosis are described. Administration of compounds such as thalidomide, its analogs, hydrolysis products, metabolites, derivatives and precursors as well as additional compounds capable of inhibiting tumor necrosis factor ? (TNF-?) are used in the invention. Also disclosed is the coating of prosthetic devices, such as stents, with the compounds of the invention for the prevention and/or treatment of restenosis.

Abstract: The invention is concerned with novel vinylogous acid derivatives of formula I: wherein A and R1 to R5 are as defined in the description and in the claims, as well as physiologically acceptable salts thereof. These compounds are useful as chymase inhibitors.

Abstract: There are disclosed bicyclic compounds according to formula I, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and methods of using such compounds in the treatment of androgen receptor-associated conditions, such as age-related diseases, for example sarcopenia, wherein R1, R2, R5, X and n are defined herein.

Abstract: This invention is directed to a compound of formula I, as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; a pharmaceutical composition containing a compound of formula I, a process of preparation of a compound of formula I, a method of treatment of a disorder or condition that may be treated by antagonizing histamine H3 receptors, the method comprising administering to a mammal in need of such treatment a compound of formula I as described above, and a method of treatment of a disorder or condition selected from the group consisting of depression, mood disorders, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, Alzheimer's disease, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), psychotic disorders, cognitive disorders, sleep disorders, obesity, dizziness, epilepsy, motion sickness, respiratory diseases, allergy, allergy-induced airway responses, allergic rhinitis, nasal congestion, allergic congestion, congestion, hypotension, cardiovascular disease, diseases of the GI tract, hyper and hypo motility and

Abstract: The present invention is related to the use of malonomicin compounds and derivatives in fungicidal applications and to new derivatives of malonomicin.

Abstract: The present invention provides an albumin-binding compound essentially of the following elements: a spacer group, a water-soluble bridging group, a fatty acid chain and an acidic group characterised in that the acidic group is attached to the distal end of the fatty acid chain. The invention also provides an albumin-binding compound to which one or more biologically active moieties are attached.

Abstract: The object of the present invention is to provide an antibacterial composition which has an improved antibacterial effect and a wider antibacterial spectrum than conventional antibacterial agents and which is highly safe. This object is achieved with an antibacterial composition comprising 9-(3?,7?-dimethyl-2?,6?-octadienyl)-4-hydroxy-7H-furo[3,2-?][1]benzopyran-7-one and 8-(3?,7?-dimethyl-2,6?-octadienyl)-5-hydroxy-7-methoxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one.

Abstract: Contemplated compositions and methods include a catechin at a concentration effective to inactivate SARS at least by a factor of 2 log 10 units when the formulation is applied to a surface. Preferably, the catechins are provided as a complex mixture, and most preferably as a near-native catechin preparation from green tea.

Abstract: The disclosures herein relate generally to acyloxyalkyl carbamate prodrugs of (±)-4-amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)butanoic acid and analogs thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, methods of making prodrugs of (±)-4-amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)butanoic acid and analogs thereof, methods of using prodrugs of (±)-4-amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)butanoic acid and analogs thereof, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof for treating or preventing common diseases and/or disorders such as spasticity and/or acid reflux disease. The disclosures herein also relate to acyloxyalkyl carbamate prodrugs of (±)-4-amino-3-(4-chlorophenyl)butanoic acid and analogs thereof which are suitable for oral administration and to sustained release oral dosage forms thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is generally drawn to novel isolated therapeutic agents, termed resolving, generated from the interaction between a dietary omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acid (PUFA) such as eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) or docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), cyclooxygenase-II (COX-2) and an analgesic, such as aspirin (ASA). Surprisingly, careful isolation of compounds generated from the combination of components in an appropriate environment provide di- and tri-hydroxy EPA or DHA compounds having unique structural and physiological properties. The present invention therefore provides for many new useful therapeutic di- or tri-hydroxy derivatives of EPA or DHA (resolvins) that diminish, prevent, or eliminate inflammation or PMN migration, for example. The present invention also provides methods of use, methods of preparation, and packaged pharmaceuticals for use as medicaments for the compounds disclosed throughout the specification.