Abstract: The invention is directed to Compounds of Formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof, as well as methods of making and using the compounds.

Abstract: The invention is directed to Compounds of Formula I: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof, as well as methods of making and using the compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to screening for compounds and compositions that modulate neurotrophic factor signaling as reflected by modulation of factor-induced neurite outgrowth. The compounds and compositions are useful in the treatment of a variety of disorders. The invention also provides methods for preparing compounds for treatment of such disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of formulae I and II and therapeutically acceptable salts thereof, their pharmaceutical compositions processes for making them and their use in therapeutic methods for treatment and/or prevention of various diseases. In particular, the invention relates to compounds which interfere with ?-secretase and/or its substrate and hence modulate the formation of A? peptides.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula I: pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds of Formula I, and the use of compounds of Formula I to treat diseases and disorders including schizophrenia, paranoia, depression, manic-depressive illness and anxiety wherein W1-W5, X1-X4, Y, Z1-Z5, m, n, p, and R1-R6 in Formula I are defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel oxadiazole derivatives having pharmacological activity, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of various disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel oxadiazole derivatives having pharmacological activity, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of various disorders.

Abstract: A method for inhibiting ileal bile acid transporter activity in a subject, comprising administering to said subject an effective amount of a compound represented by formula (1):

Abstract: A non-aqueous, particle-forming, fused pyrrolocarbazole-containing composition is disclosed. Upon contact with an aqueous medium, the particle-forming composition spontaneously disperses into suspended particles, thereby forming a stable suspension that provides greatly improved bioavailability of orally administered fused pyrrolocarbazole compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to tetracyclic indole compounds of formula (I): wherein R1, R2, A, Ar, W, X, Y and Z are defined herein, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, and their use for the treatment or prevention of infection by hepatitis C virus.

Abstract: Certain imidazopyrazines and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are provided herein. Methods of treating patients suffering from certain diseases and disorders responsive to the inhibition of Syk activity, which comprises administering to such patients an amount of at least one chemical entity effective to reduce signs or symptoms of the disease or disorder are provided. Also provided are methods for determining the presence or absence of Syk kinase in a sample.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I), their use as an inhibitor of a p53-MDM2 interaction as well as pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds: wherein n, s, t, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, X, Y, Q, Z, G, E and D have defined meanings.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new substituted glycinamides of general formula (I) wherein D, M, R3, R4 and R5 are defined as in the specification, the tautomers, enantiomers, diastereomers, mixtures and salts thereof, particularly the physiologically acceptable salts thereof with inorganic or organic acids or bases, which have valuable properties.

Abstract: Methods of using fused 1,2,4-triazoles for modulating the activity of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11?HSD1) are described. The present compounds are modulators and more specifically inhibitors of the activity of 11?HSD1 and may be useful in the treatment, prevention and/or prophylaxis of a range of medical disorders where a decreased intracellular concentration of active glucocorticoid is desirable, including type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: The present invention provides 2-aryl or heteroaryl indole derivatives which are ASIC channel modulators, maceutical compositions containing such compounds, and methods of using them as therapeutic agents.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I): wherein A, B, D, M, Ar, W, X, Y, Z and R1 are as defined herein, are useful in the prevention and treatment of hepatitis C infections. The compounds, their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in medicine are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new compounds of formula I, or salts, solvates or solvated salts thereof, process for their preparation and to new intermediates used in the preparation thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing said compounds and to the use of said compounds in the treatment of 5-HT6 mediated disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, cognitive disorders, cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia, obesity and Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention relates to a novel class of phenylmorpholine and phenylthiomorpholine compounds useful as ?2C adrenergic receptor agonists, pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, and methods of treatment, prevention, inhibition, or amelioration of one or more diseases associated with the ?2C adrenergic receptor agonists using such compounds or pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: A dermal or transdermal therapeutic system comprising a reservoir that contains at least one active substance, an active substance-permeable membrane which delimits the active-substance reservoir, and a closing layer. The closing layer is impermeable to the active substance at a temperature lying below the skin temperature while being permeable at skin temperature and above.

Abstract: This invention is directed to tricyclic spiro-oxindole derivatives of formula (I), wherein j, k, m, n, w, q, Y, Q, X, R1, R2 and R3 are as defined herein, as a stereoisomer, enantiomer, tautomer thereof or mixtures thereof; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate or prodrug thereof, which are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of sodium channel-mediated diseases or conditions, such as pain. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds and methods of preparing and using the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds according to general Formula (I), a prodrug thereof, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of a prodrug thereof. More particularly, the present invention provides high affinity non-steroidal compounds which are agonists, partial agonists or antagonists of the progesterone receptor.

Abstract: Disclosed are substituted xanthines of general formula wherein R1 to R4 are defined hereinbelow, the tautomers, the stereoisomers, the mixtures thereof, the prodrugs thereof and the salts thereof, which have valuable pharmacological properties, particularly an inhibitory effect on the activity of the enzyme dipeptidylpeptidase-IV (DPP-IV).

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of inhibitors of different N-methyl transferases in the therapy of Parkinson's syndrome, in particular idiopathic Parkinson's syndrome.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are analogs of clozapine and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters, amides, or prodrugs thereof; methods of synthesizing the analogs; and methods of using the analogs for treating neuropsychiatric disorders. In some embodiments, the analogs are amino substituted diaryl[a,d]cycloheptenes.

Abstract: Provided herein are methods of utilizing bile acid transport inhibitors for the treatment of obesity and diabetes.

Abstract: The use of fused 1,2,4-triazoles for modulating the activity of 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11?HSD1) and the use of these compounds as pharmaceutical compositions has been described. Also a novel class of fused 1,2,4-triazoles, their use in therapy, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds, as well as their use in the manufacture of medicaments has been described. The present compounds are modulators and more specifically inhibitors of the activity of 11?HSD1 and may be useful in the treatment, prevention and/or prophylaxis of a range of medical disorders where a decreased intracellular concentration of active glucocorticoid is desirable.

Abstract: Disclosed is a compound represented by the general formula shown below, which can bind to a retinoid X receptor (RXR), which is one of nuclear receptors, and exhibit an agonistic or antagonistic action. [Wherein, R1 is selected from the group consisting of an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group and an aryl group. R2 is selected from the group consisting of an alkoxy group, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group and an aryl group. W is NR3 or CR3; and R3 is selected from a hydrogen, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group and an aryl group. X1 and Y1 are selected from CH or N. X2 and Y2 are selected from CH, CR4 or N. R4 is selected from an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group, an alkoxy group, a halogen, a nitro group and an amino group. Z is selected from a carboxylic acid, a carboxylate ester or a hydroxamic acid, which is bound directly or via an alkyl group, an alkenyl group or an alkynyl group.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to azabicyclic containing pharmaceutical agents, and in particular, to azabicyclic metalloprotease inhibiting compounds. More particularly, the present invention provides a new class of azabicyclic MMP-3, MMP-8 and/or MMP-13 inhibiting compounds, which exhibit an increased potency and selectivity in relation to currently known MMP-13, MMP-8 and MMP-3 inhibitors.

Abstract: [Purpose] The present invention provides compounds useful as agents for the prevention or treatment of a sex hormone-dependent disease or the like. [Solution] The present invention provides nitrogen-containing fused ring derivatives represented by the following general formula (I) which has a GnRH antagonistic activity, prodrugs, salts, pharmaceutical compositions containing the same, medicinal uses thereof and the like. In the formula (I), rings A and B are independently aryl or heteroaryl; RA and RB are independently halogen, cyano, alkyl, alkylsulfonyl, —OW1, —SW1, —COW2, —NW3W4, —SO2NW3W4, aryl, etc.; RC is H or alkyl; E is oxygen atom, etc.; U is single bond or alkylene; and X is Y, —CO—Y, —SO2—Y, —S-(alkylene)-Y, —O-(alkylene)-Y, —SO2-(alkylene)-Y, etc.; Y is Z or amino, etc.; and Z is cycloalkyl, heterocycloalkyl, aryl, heteroaryl, etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new compounds of formula (I), or salts, solvates or solvated salts thereof, process for their preparation and to new intermediates used in the preparation thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing said compounds and to the use of said compounds in the treatment of 5-HT6 mediated disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, cognitive disorders, cognitive impairment associated with schizophrenia, obesity and Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds of Formula I and salts, hydrates, solvates, complexes, and prodrugs thereof. The present invention further provides methods for synthesizing compounds of Formula I. The invention additionally provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds of Formula I and methods of using the pharmaceutical compositions of Formula I to treat and prevent disorders and diseases associated with the RyR receptors that regulate calcium channel functioning in cells. Such disorders and diseases include, by way of example only, cardiac disorders and diseases, skeletal muscular disorders and diseases, cognitive disorders and diseases, malignant hyperthermia, diabetes, and sudden infant death syndrome.

Abstract: Compounds represented by the general formula (I): wherein each symbol is as defined in the description [with the proviso that 9-chloro-7-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1,4-benz-oxazepine and N-[[(5S)-2-oxo-3-(2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1,4-benz-oxazepin-7-yl)-5-oxazolidinyl]methyl]acetamide are excluded], salts of the same, and prodrugs thereof have selective activation effect on serotonin 5-HT2C receptor and are useful as preventive and therapeutic agents for lower urinary tract diseases, obesity, and/or pelvic organ prolapse.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula I are inhibitors of HIV integrase and inhibitors of HIV replication: wherein X1, X2, Y, R1A, R1B, R2 and R3 are defined herein. The compounds are useful for the prophylaxis or treatment of infection by HIV and the prophylaxis, treatment, or delay in the onset or progression of AIDS. The compounds are employed against HIV infection and AIDS as compounds per se (or as hydrates or solvates thereof) or in the form of pharmaceutically acceptable salts. The compounds and their salts can be employed as ingredients in pharmaceutical compositions, optionally in combination with other antivirals, immunomodulators, antibiotics or vaccines. Processes for making compounds of Formula I and intermediates thereof are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to azatriocyclic containing pharmaceutical agents, and in particular, to azatricyclic metalloprotease inhibiting compounds. More particularly, the present invention provides a new class of azatricyclic MMP-3, MMP-8 and/or MMP-13 inhibiting compounds, that exhibit an increased potency and selectivity in relation to currently known MMP-13, MMP-8 and MMP-3 inhibitors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new dibenzothiazepine modulators of D1 receptors, D2 receptors, alpha-1 adrenergic receptors, alpha-2 adrenergic receptors, H1 receptors, 5-HT1A receptors, and/or 5-HT2 receptors, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to synthetic cytoskeletal active compounds that are related to natural Latrunculin A or Latrunculin B. The present invention is also directed to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The invention is additionally directed to a method of preventing or treating diseases or conditions associated with actin polymerization. In one embodiment of the invention, the method treats increased intraocular pressure, such as primary open-angle glaucoma. The method comprises administering to a subject a therapeutically effective amount of a cytoskeletal active compound of Formula I or II, wherein said amount is effective to influence the cytoskeleton, for example by inhibiting actin polymerization.

Abstract: The present invention provides a combinatorial approach to a library of novel compounds having four diversity points. The compounds provide for the mapping of urotensin II and somatostatin 5 receptors by differential binding of said receptors. The present invention further relates to a method of treating diseases for which modulation of the urotensin II receptor produces a physiologically beneficial response in said disease, such as those associated with CNS function and cardiovascular diseases. The present invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these agents for the treatment of these diseases adapted to modulate the urotensin II receptor.

Abstract: Compounds are disclosed that have a formula represented by the following: Formula (I). 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: 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: The invention relates to the compounds of general formula (I) where R1 represents H, a (C1-C4)alkyl, —CO(C1-C4)alkyl, (C1-C4)alkylphenyl or —CO-phenyl group, said phenyl being optionally substituted, R2 represents H, a halogen atom, an —S(O)zR3, —NHSO2R3, —NHSO2-phenyl or —NHSO2—(C1-C4)alkylphenyl group where z is equal to 0, 1 or 2 and where R3 represents a (C1-C4)alkyl group, said phenyl being optionally substituted; A is chosen from where n is equal to 0, 1 or 2, R4 and R5 represent H, a (C1-C4)alkyl, hydroxyl, cyano, phenyl, benzyl, piperidyl, —CONH2, —CO-phenyl, —COOR3, —CH(phenyl) (OH) and —C(phenyl)2(OH) group, or R4 and R5 form together an optionally substituted 6-membered aromatic ring, R6 represents H, a (C1-C4)alkyl, phenyl or benzyl group, and B represents a 5- or 6-membered nitrogen-containing heterocycle or homocycle optionally fused with a phenyl Group or optionally substituted; their addition salts; their method of preparation and their therapeutic application.

Abstract: Substituted sulfonamide compounds corresponding to formula I: a process for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, and the use of such substituted sulfonamide compounds in pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of pain or other disorders or diseases that are mediated at least in part by B1R receptors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted imidazo-pyridinones and imidazo-pyridazinones of general formula wherein Y and R1 to R4 are defined as in claim 1, the tautomers, enantiomers, diastereomers, the mixtures thereof and the salts thereof, which have valuable pharmacological properties, particularly an inhibiting effect on the activity of the enzyme dipeptidylpeptidase-IV (DPP-IV).

Abstract: Compounds of Formula I are inhibitors of FHV integrase and inhibitors of FHV replication (I), wherein m, n, X, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7; R8, R9 and R10 are defined herein. The compounds are useful for the prophylaxis or treatment of infection by HTV and the prophylaxis, treatment, or delay in the onset of AIDS. The compounds are employed against HTV infection and ADDS as compounds per se or in the form of pharmaceutically acceptable salts. The compounds and their salts can be employed as ingredients in pharmaceutical compositions, optionally in combination with other antivirals, immunomodulators, antibiotics or vaccines.

Abstract: A drug effective for prevention and therapy of endometriosis is disclosed. The drug for prevention and/or therapy of endometriosis according to the present invention comprises an antiallergic agent as an effective ingredient.

Abstract: [1,2]Imidazo[4,5-c] ring compounds (e.g., imidazo[4,5-c]quinolines, imidazo[4,5-c]naphthyridines, and imidazo[4,5-c]pyridines) substituted with a fused ring containing an oxygen and/or nitrogen atom attached at the 1- and/or 2-position, pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, intermediates, methods of making the compounds, and methods of use of these compounds as immunomodulators, for inducing cytokine biosynthesis in animals and in the treatment of diseases including viral and neoplastic diseases, are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the compounds of Formula I, their preparation and pharmaceutical compositions comprising them. The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions are useful, for example, for the treatment and prevention of obesity, obesity-related disorders and eating disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted imidazo-pyridinones and imidazo-pyridazinones of general formula wherein Y and R1 to R4 are defined as in claim 1, the tautomers, enantiomers, diastereomers, the mixtures thereof and the salts thereof, which have valuable pharmacological properties, particularly an inhibiting effect on the activity of the enzyme dipeptidylpeptidase-IV (DPP-IV).

Abstract: The present invention provides novel 1,4-benzothiazepine intermediates and derivatives, methods for synthesizing same, and methods for assaying same. The present invention also provides methods for using these novel compounds to limit or prevent a decrease in the level of RyR2-bound FKBP12.6 in a subject; to prevent exercise-induced sudden cardiac death in a subject; and to treat or prevent heart failure, atrial fibrillation, or exercise-induced cardiac arrhythmia in a subject. The present invention further provides methods for identifying an agent that enhances binding of RyR2 and FKBP12.6, and agents identified by these methods. Additionally, the present invention provides methods for identifying agents for use in treating or preventing heart failure, atrial fibrillation, or exercise-induced cardiac arrhythmia, and in preventing exercise-induced sudden cardiac death. Also provided are agents identified by such methods.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a compound of Formula I or a single isomer thereof; where the compound is optionally as a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate, solvate or combination thereof, in addition to methods of preparing a Compound of Formula I, and methods of using a Compound of Formula I to treat cancer.

Abstract: A method of treatment of functional constipation or C-IBS in a warm-blooded animal is disclosed, which comprises the administration of an IBAT inhibitor.