Abstract: This invention relates to novel lactams of Formula (I): having drug and bio-affecting properties, their pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use. These novel compounds inhibit the processing of amyloid precursor protein and, more specifically, inhibit the production of A?-peptide, thereby acting to prevent the formation of neurological deposits of amyloid protein. More particularly, the present invention relates to the treatment of neurological disorders related to ?-amyloid production such as Alzheimer's disease and Down's Syndrome.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel cyclic malonamides having the formula (I): to their pharmaceutical compositions and to their methods of use. These novel compounds inhibit the processing of amyloid precursor protein and, more specifically, inhibit the production of A?-peptide, thereby acting to prevent the formation of neurological deposits of amyloid protein. More particularly, the present invention relates to the treatment of neurological disorders related to ?-amyloid production such as Alzheimer's disease and Down's Syndrome.

Abstract: A ?-crystalline form of ivabradine hydrochloride of formula (I): characterised by its powder X-ray diffraction data. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as bradycardics.

Abstract: A ?-Crystalline form of ivabradine hydrochloride of formula (I): characterised by its powder X-ray diffraction data. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as bradycardics.

Abstract: A ?d-Crystalline form of ivabradine hydrochloride of formula (I): characterised by its powder X-ray diffraction data. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as bradycardics.

Abstract: A ?d-crystalline form of ivabradine hydrochloride of formula (I): characterised by its powder X-ray diffraction data. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as bradycardics.

Abstract: A ?d-Crystalline form of ivabradine hydrochloride of formula (I): characterised by its powder X-ray diffraction data. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as bradycardics.

Abstract: There is provided a combination product comprising: (A) BH4, a functional derivative or biosynthetic precursor thereof, or a pharmaceutically-acceptable derivative of BH4 or its derivative or precursor; and (B) an inhibitor of the biosynthesis and/or vasopressor function of AII, or a pharmaceutically-acceptable derivative thereof, wherein each of components (A) and (B) is formulated in admixture with a pharmaceutically-acceptable adjuvant, diluent or carrier, as well as the use of such a combination product in the treatment of hypertension and/or conditions characterised by vascular dysfunction and/or lesions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to formulations of anti-hypertensive drugs. The present invention includes a modified-release formulation of diltiazem hydrochloride that is suitable for once-daily use and which provides delivery of drug either in the early morning hours, or overnight, so as to blunt the natural rise in blood pressure (BP) and heart rate (HR) in the morning and to reduce the slope of the increase in BP in patients with elevated BP (hypertension).

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds and also to methods of treating at least one disease, disorder, or condition associated with amyloidosis using such compounds. Amyloidosis refers to a collection of diseases, disorders, and conditions associated with abnormal deposition of A-beta protein.

Abstract: The present invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising benazepril and amlodipine wherein the benazepril and the amlodipine are in physical contact with one another, and methods for making the same.

Abstract: This invention provides progesterone receptor modulators having the structure: wherein R1 to R7, X, and Q are as defined in the specification; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: A new use of darusentan is provided in preparation of a pharmaceutical composition for lowering blood pressure in a patient exhibiting resistance to a baseline antihypertensive therapy with one or more drugs. The composition comprises darusentan in an amount providing a therapeutically effective daily dose; wherein (a) the composition is orally deliverable and/or (b) the daily dose of darusentan is effective to provide a reduction of at least about 3 mmHg in one or more blood pressure parameters selected from trough sitting systolic, trough sitting diastolic, 24-hour ambulatory systolic, 24-hour ambulatory diastolic, maximum diurnal systolic and maximum diurnal diastolic blood pressures.

Abstract: Association comprising a selective and specific sinus node If current inhibitor, more especially ivabradine, and a calcium inhibitor. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating angina.

Abstract: Angiogenesis may be initiated or increased through the use of gamma-secretase inhibitors. The gamma-secretase inhibitor can be a dipeptide class, sulfonamide class, transition state mimic class, benzodiazepine class, or benzocaprolactam class gamma secretase inhibitor. Methods for initiating and increasing angiogenesis are used for disease prevention and treatment as well as for generating research models.

Abstract: Association of a sinus node If current inhibitor and a ?-blocker and also pharmaceutical compositions containing it. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating angina pectoris, ischaemia, and heart failure.

Abstract: The invention describes novel compositions comprising at least one apocynin compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and at least one nitric oxide donor, and, optionally, at least one therapeutic agent. The invention also provides novel kits comprising at least one apocynin compound or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and at least one nitric oxide donor compound, and, optionally, at least one therapeutic agent. The invention also provides methods for (a) treating cardiovascular diseases; (b) treating renovascular diseases; (c) treating diabetes; (d) treating diseases resulting from oxidative stress; (e) treating endothelial dysfunctions; (f) treating diseases caused by endothelial dysfunctions; (g) treating gastrointestinal disorders; (h) treating inflammatory disorders; and (j) treating respiratory disorders. The apocynin compound may preferably be apocynin. The nitric oxide donor compound may preferably be isosorbide dinitrate and/or isosorbide mononitrate.

Abstract: Benzazepinone compounds represented by Formula (I), or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Pharmaceutical compositions comprise an effective amount of the instant compounds, either alone, or in combination with one or more other therapeutically active compounds, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Methods of treating conditions associated with, or caused by, sodium channel activity, including, for example, acute pain, chronic pain, visceral pain, inflammatory pain, neuropathic pain, epilepsy, irritable bowel syndrome, urinary incontinence, pruritis, itchiness, allergic dermatitis, depression, anxiety, multiple sclerosis, and bipolar disorder, comprise administering an effective amount of the present compounds, either alone, or in combination with one or more other therapeutically active compounds.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula are inhibitors of protein tyrosine phosphatases (PTPases) and, thus, may be employed for the treatment of conditions mediated by PTPase activity. The compounds of the present invention may also be employed as inhibitors of other enzymes characterized with a phosphotyrosine binding region such as the SH2 domain. Accordingly, the compounds of formula (I) may be employed for prevention and/or treatment of insulin resistance associated with obesity, glucose intolerance, diabetes mellitus, hypertension and ischemic diseases of the large and small blood vessels, conditions that accompany type-2 diabetes, including hyperlipidemia, hypertriglyceridemia, atherosclerosis, vascular restenosis, irritable bowel syndrome, pancreatitis, adipose cell tumors and carcinomas such as liposarcoma, dyslipidemia, and other disorders where insulin resistance is indicated.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of an angiotensin II receptor antagonist or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment of acute MI and for the secondary prevention of acute MI.

Abstract: Field of the Invention This invention relates to novel lactams of Formula (I): having drug and bio-affecting properties, their pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use. These novel compounds inhibit the processing of amyloid precursor protein and, more specifically, inhibit the production of A?-peptide, thereby acting to prevent the formation of neurological deposits of amyloid protein. More particularly, the present invention relates to the treatment of neurological disorders related to ?-amyloid production such as Alzheimer's disease and Down's Syndrome.

Abstract: The invention relates to a salt of an ACE inhibitor dicarboxylic acid with an organic amine and/or an alkali compound, a transdermal therapeutic system comprising the salt, and a method of producing the transdermal therapeutic system.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses compounds of general formula (1), wherein A, W, X, Y, Z, Ra, Rb, Rc, R1 and R3 are defined as in claim 1, which are suitable for the treatment of diseases characterised by excessive or abnormal cell proliferation, and the use thereof for preparing a pharmaceutical composition having the above-mentioned properties.

Abstract: The invention relates particularly to 2-alkoxy-3,4,5-trihydroxy-alkylamides, preparation thereof, compositions containing them and use thereof as a medicament, particularly as anti-cancer agents.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising a combination of a particular dipeptidyl peptidase-4 (DPP-4) inhibitor and an anti-hypertensive agent selected from the group consisting of an angiotensin II receptor antag-onist and an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, kits containing such combinations and methods of using such compositions for the treatment of diabetes, diabetes-related disorders, hypertension, and hypertension-related disorders.

Abstract: The invention encompasses constrained bicyclic and tricyclic CGRP-receptor antagonists, methods for identifying them, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, and methods for their use in therapy for treatment of migraine and other headaches, neurogenic vasodilation, neurogenic inflammation, thermal injury, circulatory shock, flushing associated with menopause, airway inflammatory diseases, such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), and other conditions the treatment of which can be effected by the antagonism of CGRP-receptors.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention relates to use of an ACE inhibitor and/or angiotensin II receptor antagonist for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of a dermatological disorder, particularly by topical application of said ACE inhibitor and/or angiotensin II receptor antagonist. The present invention also provides cosmetic methods for improving and/or maintaining the skin tone of an individual suffering from, or at risk of suffering from, a dermatological disorder, said method comprising contacting the skin of said individual with an ACE inhibitor and/or angiotensin II receptor antagonist.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a combination, especially a pharmaceutical composition, comprising (a) an insulin secretion enhancer or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof and (b) at least one of the active ingredients selected from the group consisting of (i) HMG-Co-A reductase inhibitors or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; and (ii) ACE inhibitors or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; and, in case of a pharmaceutical composition, a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 2-alkoxy-3,4,5-trihydroxyalkylamide benzodiazepine compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds, to methods of treatment comprising administering such compounds, to processes for the preparation of such compounds, and to intermediate precursors to such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the association of an anti-atherothrombotic and an angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitor (ACEI), and also to pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and to methods of treating vascular complications associated with diabetes, with atherothrombotic diseases, with hyperlipidaemia, with hypertension, with chronic venous diseases, with inflammation, with metabolic syndrome associated with obesity, or with cancer, with such association.

Abstract: Combination therapy comprising the administration of an 11?-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 inhibitor and an antihypertensive agent useful for treating, preventing and reducing the risk of developing insulin resistance, dyslipidemia, obesity, hypertension and other related diseases and disorders.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel lactams having the Formula (I): to their pharmaceutical compositions and to their methods of use. These novel compounds inhibit the processing of amyloid precursor protein and, more specifically, inhibit the production of A?-peptide, thereby acting to prevent the formation of neurological deposits of amyloid protein. More particularly, the present invention relates to the treatment of neurological disorders related to ?-amyloid production such as Alzheimer's disease and Down's Syndrome.

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 invention provides compounds of the formula: and pharmaceutically acceptable salts or prodrugs thereof, wherein m, p, q, r, A, E, X, Y, R1, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9 and are as defined herein. The invention also provides methods for preparing, compositions comprising, and methods for using compounds of formula I.

Abstract: The present invention provides crystalline (N)-((S)-2-hydroxy-3-methyl-butyryl)-1-(L-alaninyl)-(S)-1-amino-3-methyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-3-benzazepin-2-one, a crystalline anydrate and dihydrates thereof, compositions comprising (N)-((S)-2-hydroxy-3-methyl-butyryl)-1-(L-alaninyl)-(S)-1-amino-3-methyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-3-benzazepin-2-one, its crystalline anhydrate or dihydrate, and methods for using the same.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods of treating an ocular neovascular disorder in a mammal by administration of pyrimidine derivatives, benzodiazepinyl derivatives and pharmaceutical compositions containing the same. The invention encompasses methods of treating an ocular neovascular disorder by administration of 5-[[4-[(2,3-Dimethyl-2H-indazol-6-yl)methylamino]-2-pyrimidinyl]amino]-2-methylbenzenesulfonamide, (S)-3-oxo-8-[3-(pyridin-2-ylamino)-1-propyloxy]-2-(2,2,2-trifluoroethyl)-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-1H-2-benzazepine-4-acetic acid or salts or solvates thereof. Combination therapies for the treatment of ocular neovascular disorders are also encompassed.

Abstract: The invention describes compositions and kits comprising at least qrie organic nitric oxide enhancing salt of an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, and, optionally, at least one nitric oxide enhancing compound and/or at least one therapeutic agent. The invention also provides methods for (a) treating cardiovascular diseases; (b) treating renovascular diseases; (c) treating diabetes; (d) treating diseases resulting from oxidative stress; (e) treating endothelial dysfunctions; (f) treating diseases caused by endothelial dysfunctions; (g) treating cirrhosis; (h) treating pre-eclampsia; Q) treating osteoporosis; (k) treating nephropathy; (l) treating peripheral vascular diseases; (m) treating portal hypertension; (n) treating ophthalmic disorders; (o) treating metabolic syndrome; and (p) treating hyperlipidemia.

Abstract: Compounds having neutral endopeptidase (NEP) and/or human soluble endopeptidase (hSEP) inhibitory activity corresponding to the formula I, wherein the substituents R1, R2, R3 and R4 have the meanings given in the description and also pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, in particular pharmaceutical compositions suitable for treating or inhibiting cardiovascular diseases, sexual dysfunction and/or adverse conditions associated with apoptosis.

Abstract: The technical field of the invention relates to stable solid dosage forms of amlodipine besylate and benazepril hydrochloride; and processes for their preparation. In particular, the solid dosage forms having reduced levels of 3-ethyl methyl [(2-aminoethoxy)methyl](2-chlorophenyl)methylpyridine-3,5 dicarboxylate (“impurity D”) and total impurities when free of dicalcium phosphate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel chemical compounds, methods for their discovery, and their therapeutic use. In particular, the present invention provides benzodiazepine compounds, and structurally and functionally related compounds, and methods of using such compounds as therapeutic agents to treat a number of conditions associated with the faulty regulation of the processes of programmed cell death, autoimmunity, inflammation, hyperproliferation, vascular abnormalities, and the like.

Abstract: The present invention is related to a method for reducing cardiovascular morbidity and/or mortality comprising administering a combination comprising an ACE inhibitor and a CCB, specifically benazapril and amlodipine besylate.

Abstract: The present invention features quinolones, tetrahydroquinolines, and related compounds that inhibit nitric oxide synthase (NOS), particularly those that selectively inhibit neuronal nitric oxide synthase (nNOS) in preference to other NOS isoforms. The NOS inhibitors of the invention, alone or in combination with other pharmaceutically active agents, can be used for treating or preventing various medical conditions.

Abstract: Compounds having neutral endopeptidase (NEP) and/or human soluble endopeptidase (hSEP) inhibitory activity corresponding to the formula I, wherein the substituents R1, R2, R3 and R4 have the meanings given in the description and also pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, in particular pharmaceutical compositions suitable for treating or inhibiting cardiovascular diseases, sexual dysfunction and/or adverse conditions associated with apoptosis.

Abstract: A ?d-crystalline form of ivabradine hydrochloride of formula (I): characterised by its powder X-ray diffraction data. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful as bradycardics.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of cyclic compounds as ligands of integrin receptors, in particular as ligands of the ?V?3 integrin receptor, the novel compounds themselves, their use, and pharmaceutical preparations comprising these compounds.

Abstract: Use of ivabradine, or 3-{3-[{[(7S)-3,4-dimethoxybicyclo[4.2.0]octa-1,3,5-trien-7-yl]-methyl}-(methyl)-amino]-propyl}-7,8-dimethoxy-1,3,4,5-tetrahydro-2H-3-benzazepin-2-one, its addition salts with a pharmaceutically acceptable acid and their hydrates, for obtaining a medicament intended for the treatment of endothelial dysfunction.

Abstract: A stable pharmaceutical composition consisting of (a) benazepril, in free or pharmaceutically acceptable salt form; and (b) amlodipine, in free or pharmaceutically acceptable salt form. The composition is free of alkali and alkaline earth metal carbonates and phosphates. The composition is also free of excipients which increase the pH of microenvironment above 5. It is therefore not required to physically separate the two drugs from each other.

Abstract: Compounds having neutral endopeptidase (NEP) and/or human soluble endopeptidase (hSEP) inhibitory activity corresponding to the formula I, wherein the substituents R1, R2, R3 and R4 have the meanings given in the description and also pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, in particular pharmaceutical compositions suitable for treating or inhibiting cardiovascular diseases, sexual dysfunction and/or adverse conditions associated with apoptosis.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel lactams having the formula (I): to their pharmaceutical compositions and to their methods of use. These novel compounds inhibit the processing of amyloid precursor protein and, more specifically, inhibit the production of A?-peptide, thereby acting to prevent the formation of neurological deposits of amyloid protein. More particularly, the present invention relates to the treatment of neurological disorders related to ?-amyloid production such as Alzheimer's disease and Down's Syndrome.

Abstract: The instant disclosure describes methods for treating diseases and conditions of the central and peripheral nervous system by stimulating or increasing neurogenesis. The invention includes compositions and methods based on modulation angiotensin activity to stimulate or activate the formation of new nerve cells.