Abstract: This invention describes novel pyrazole compositions comprising a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier and a compound of formula VIII: wherein Z1 is N or C—R9, Z2 is N or CH, and Z3 is N or C—Rx, provided that one of Z1 and Z3 is nitrogen; G is Ring C or Ring D; Ring C is selected from a phenyl, pyridinyl, pyrimidinyl, pyridazinyl, pyrazinyl, or 1,2,4-triazinyl ring, wherein said Ring C has one or two ortho substituents independently selected from —R1; Ring D is a 5-7 membered monocyclic ring or 8-10 membered bicyclic ring selected from aryl, heteroaryl, heterocyclyl or carbocyclyl; and Rx, R1, R2, R2′, R3, and R9 are as described in the specification. The compounds are useful as protein kinase inhibitors, especially as inhibitors of aurora-2 and GSK-3, for treating diseases such as cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The subject invention pertains to novel compounds (and salts thereof), and compositions comprising the compounds, for the treatment of cardiac arrhythmias. The subject invention further concerns methods of making the novel compounds. The novel compounds are rapidly metabolized analogs of amiodarone, having the distinct and advantageous characteristic of being metabolized to a less lipophilic compound. This results in an improved safety profile. The new compounds have particular utility for treating life-threatening ventricular tachyarrhythmias, especially in patients with congestive heart failure (CHF). The compounds also provide effective management for ventricular arrhythmias and supraventricular arrhythmias, including atrial fibrillation and re-entrant tachyarrhythmias involving accessory pathways.

Abstract: A melanin-concentrating hormone antagonist comprising a compound of the formula: 1

Abstract: Disclosed are cathepsin S reversible inhibitory compounds of the formulas (I),(Ia) and (II),(IIa) as defined herein. The compounds are useful for treating autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula (I) Z—OCH2—C≡CCH2—NRR1  (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof wherein Z can represent the formula (1A) or (1B). The compounds possess antiproliferative activity and are useful as modulators of multiple drug resistance in cancer chemotherapy. The compounds may also be useful for the manufacture of a medicament for the treatment or prevention of neoplasms, menopausal disorders and osteoporosis.

Abstract: Novel compounds are disclosed which inhibit the activity of phospholipase enzymes in a mammal, particularly cytosolic phospholipase A2. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds and methods of treatment using such compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an indazole derivative, pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvated product and isomer thereof substituted with 1,1-dioxoisothiazolidine which are useful as inhibitors for Cyclin Dependent Kinase (CDK). The present invention also relates to an agent for inhibiting and treating diseases involving cell proliferation, e.g., cancer, inflammation, restenosis, angiogenesis, etc. which comprises the compound of formula (1) as an active ingredient together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of Formula (I), represented by the structure 1

Abstract: This invention provides methods for treating in mammals asthma and asthmatic conditions using substituted indole compounds of the general formula: 1

Abstract: The present invention discloses disubstiuted 4-oxo-1,4-dihydro-3-quinolinecarboxamide derivatives. The compounds are useful as antiviral agents, in particular, as agents against viruses of the herpes family.

Abstract: The invention provides a novel class of substituted isoindolinone derivatives. Pharmaceutical compositions, and methods of making and using the compounds, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, hydrates, prodrugs, or mixtures thereof are also described.

Abstract: Compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and methods are provided that are useful in the treatment of inflammatory and immune-related conditions or disorders. In particular, the invention provides compounds which modulate the expression and/or function of proteins involved in inflammation, immune response regulation and cell proliferation. The subject compounds are 2-amino-imidazole derivatives.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula: 1

Abstract: Provided is a method of treating or ameliorating hypertension in an animal comprising administering an effective amount of a compound of formula I:

Abstract: A series of compounds of Formula I are disclosed which are useful in treating viral hepatitus C.

Abstract: A compound of formula I, wherein A, Ra, Rb, R1 to R5, m and t are as defined as disclosed, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or ester thereof, useful as an alpha-2 antagonist. The compounds I can be used for the treatment of diseases or conditions where alpha-2 antagonists are indicated to be effective.

Abstract: A method of treating acute myeloid leukemia in patient positive for FLT-3-ITD is described. The treatment is accomplished by administration of a compound of Formula I or II as defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new 2-Phenyl-1-[4-(2-Aminoethoxy)-Benzyl]-Indole compounds which are useful as estrogenic agents, as well as pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment utilizing these compounds, which have the general structures below: 1

Abstract: A method is disclosed for the treatment of non-rheumatoid arthritis by administering to a mammal in need thereof a therapeutically effective amount of an sPLA 2 inhibitor.

Abstract: This invention concerns compounds of formula 1

Abstract: Novel compounds, their salts and compositions related thereto having activity against mammalian factor Xa are disclosed. The compounds are useful in vitro or in vivo for preventing or treating coagulation disorders.

Abstract: Provided herein are compounds of the formula (I): wherein R1-R8 are as described herein, R4 being aryl or heteroaryl Such compounds are particularly useful in the treatment of a disorder which is created by or is dependent upon decreased availability of serotonin, norepinephrine or dopamine.

Abstract: Quinolone derivatives of formula (1) are described: 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to the therapeutic use of non-amine tropane analogues that bind to the SERT to treat neuropsychiatric disorders.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula I: 1

Abstract: This invention relates to [4-oxo-(5-trifluoromethyl-benzothiazol-2-ylmethyl)-3,4-dihydro-phthalazin-1-yl]-acetic acid ethanolamine salt, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and methods of treating diabetic complications in mammals comprising administering to said mammals said salt and said compositions. This invention is also directed to combinations of said diethylamine salt with NHE-1 inhibitors, selective serotonin retuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), glycogen phosphorylase inhibitors (GPIs), sorbitol dehydrogenase inhibitors (SDIs) and antihypertensive agents. Said combinations are useful in treating diabetic complications in mammals.

Abstract: A method for treating or preventing symptoms of tardive dyskensia comprises administering melatonin to patient exhibiting or liable to develop such symptoms. The melatonin is administered in an amount effective to ameliorate or prevent symptoms of tardive dyskensia developing in the patient.

Abstract: Disclosed are substituted indoles, pharmaceutical compositions containing such indoles, and their use in treating or preventing PPAR-&ggr; mediated diseases or conditions, such as osteopenia, osteoporosis, cancer, diabetes and atherosclerosis.

Abstract: Compounds that modulate the estrogen receptor (ER) are disclosed, as well as pharmaceutical compositions containing the same. In a specific embodiment, the compounds are selective modulators for ER-&bgr; over ER-&agr;. Methods are disclosed for modulating ER-&bgr; in cell and/or tissues expressing the same, including cells and/or tissue that preferentially express ER-&bgr;. More generally, methods for treating estrogen-related conditions are also disclosed, including conditions such as is breast cancer, testicular cancer, osteoporosis, endometriosis, cardiovascular disease, hypercholesterolemia, prostatic hypertrophy, prostatic carcinomas, obesity, hot flashes, skin effects, mood swings, memory loss, urinary incontinence, hairloss, cataracts, natural hormonal imbalances, and adverse reproductive effects associated with exposure to environmental chemicals.

Abstract: The present invention provides the use of a compound of the formula I wherein: R1 is a base defined by one of the formulae R2 is hydrogen, C1-C4 alkyl, bromo, fluoro, chloro or iodo; or a pharmaceutically-acceptable salt thereof for the manufacture of a medicament for immunosuppressive therapy of the human or animal body.

Abstract: The invention provides chromone derivatives of the following general formula, a process for preparing such chromone derivatives and a prophylactic and therapeutic agent comprising such chromone derivatives for bone diseases and chondropathy: wherein the ring A is an optionally substituted benzene ring; R1 is an optionally substituted non-aromatic heterocyclic group; R2 is a hydrogen atom or hydrocarbon group; R3 is a hydrogen atom, hydrocarbon group or halogen; n is an integer of 0-3; or a salt thereof.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: RC(O)O-spacer-OC(O)R′, wherein (i) RC(O)— is the acyl residue of an NSAID or other pharmaceutically active agent bearing a carboxylic acid function, (ii) spacer is Cn alkyl, (iii) n is from 1 to 6, and (iv) R′ is substituted or unsubstituted heteroaryl or heterocycle, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

Abstract: Benzimidazole and indole derivatives that act as selective modulators of CRF 1 receptors are provided. These compounds are useful in the treatment of a number of CNS and periphereal disorders, particularly stress, anxiety, depression, cardiovascular disorders, and eating disorders. Methods of treatment of such disorders and well as packaged pharmaceutical compositions are also provided.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel benzimidazole derivatives with general formula I, whereby radicals R1, R2, R3, A, B and Y have the meanings that are indicated in the description and the claims, the use of these compounds for the production of a pharmaceutical agent for treating and for preventing diseases that are associated with microglia activation, as well as pharmaceutical preparations that contain these compounds.

Abstract: A method for treating Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) in humans and the symptoms associated therewith, inattentiveness, and hyperactivity with impulsivity, using eltoprazine and related compounds is provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to pyrrolidiones, pharmaceutical compostions containing them and their use as antagonist of urotensin II.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of the following general formula (I): in which: R1 and R2 represent a hydrogen atom, or form a ring, especially a benzene ring, R3 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group, especially a methyl group, X and Y, independently of one another, represent a carbon atom, or a heteroatom such as a sulphur atom S, or a group with the formula (a) in which R4 and R5 represent a hydrogen atom or a methyl group, or R4 and R5 form a heterocycle, and their use for the preparation of a drug intended for the treatment of pathologies associated with abnormally high concentrations of extracellular glutamate.

Abstract: The invention provides methods of treating prophylactically an individual in whom Type 2 diabetes mellitus has not yet presented, but in whom there is an increased risk of developing such condition, which methods comprise administering to an individual in need thereof an effective amount of a glycogen phosphorylase inhibitor; effective amounts of a glycogen phosphorylase inhibitor and a non-glycogen phosphorylase inhibiting anti-diabetic agent; or effective amounts of a glycogen phosphorylase inhibitor and an anti-obesity agent.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain 4-heteroaryl-3-heteroarylidenyl-2-indolinones compounds and their physiologically acceptable salts which modulate the activity of protein kinases (“PKs”), in particular CDK2. The compounds of the present invention are therefore useful in treating disorders related to abnormal PK activity. Pharmaceutical composition containing these compounds and methods of preparing these compounds are also described.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel aromatic compounds of the formula (I) wherein G, X, Ar, L and Q are defined herein. The compounds are useful in pharmaceutic compositions for treating diseases or pathological conditions involving inflammation such as chronic inflammatory diseases. Also disclosed are processes of making such compounds.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) 1

Abstract: The present invention relates compounds of the formula (I): wherein Z is —CR9R10CH2— or —CH2CR9R10—; and R1, R2, R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as defined herein. The compounds are of particular use in the treatment or prevention of depression, anxiety, pain, inflammation, migaine, emesis or postherpetic neuralgia.

Abstract: The present invention discloses disubstiuted 4-oxo-1,4-dihydro-3-quinolinecarboxamide derivatives. The compounds are useful as antiviral agents, in particular, as agents against viruses of the herpes family.

Abstract: A method for treating the psychiatric disorders known as oppositional defiant disorder and conduct disorder is disclosed. The method comprises the administration of molindone or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of molindone to a patient suffering from oppositional defiant disorder and/or conduct disorder. The molindone may be either a racemic mixture or the levorotatory form. It may be short acting or in a sustained release, long acting form.

Abstract: Tertiary amines containing a multiplicity of heteroaromatic substituents are useful as chemokine receptor modulators.

Abstract: The invention relates to new hydroxyindoles of the Formula, 1

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of Formula I 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula and quaternary ammonium ions thereof, wherein R1 and R2 are the same or different and are carbocyclic aryl or aromatic heterocyclic; A is methylene, carbonyl or sulfonyl; B is a single bond, C1-C4 alkylene or C2-C4 alkenylene; D is oxygen or sulfur; E is C2-C6 alkylene, C1-C6 haloalkylene, C3-C6 cycloalkane-1,1-diyl or C3-C6-cycloalkane-1,1-diylmethyl; G is C1-C4 alkylene or C2-C4 alkenylene; and L is —NR3 or —C(R4)(R5), wherein R3 is a carbocyclic aryl or an aromatic heterocyclic; R4 is hydrogen, carbocyclic aryl or aromatic heterocyclic; R5 is —COR6, C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkoxy, amino, or acylamino, wherein R6 is C1-C6 alkyl or C1-C6 alkoxy, or R4 and R5 together with the carbon atom to which they are attached represent a C5-C10 cycloalkyl or a C5-C10 heterocyclic. The compounds have tachykinin receptor antagonist activity and exhibit an activity against both the NK1 and NK2 receptors.

Abstract: The invention relates to new hydroxyindoles of the Formula, 1