Abstract: The present invention provides adamantyl-diamide derivatives of formula (I): wherein R1 and R2 are as defined herein, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; and pharmaceutical compositions and methods using the same.

Abstract: The invention provides novel bis-pyridylpyridones which are antagonists at the melanin-concentrating hormone receptor 1 (MCHR1), pharmaceutical compositions containing them, processes for their preparation, and their use in therapy and for the treatment of obesity and/or diabetes.

Abstract: Provided herein are hepatitis C virus entry inhibitor oxoacetamide compounds, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods for their use in treatment or prevention of hepatitis C virus infection in a subject in need thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of formula (I) and compositions of the present invention which are inhibitors of the sodium proton exchanger isoform-1 (NHE-I). Also disclosed are methods of using and making the same.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds Formula (I) that are gamma secretase modulators and are therefore useful for the treatment of diseases treatable by modulation of gamma secretase such as Alzheimer's disease. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and processes for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: Compounds are provided that act as potent antagonists of the CCR2 receptor. Animal testing demonstrates that these compounds are useful for treating inflammation, a hallmark disease for CCR2. The compounds are generally aryl sulfonamide derivatives and are useful in pharmaceutical compositions, methods for the treatment of CCR2-mediated diseases, and as controls in assays for the identification of CCR2 antagonists.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) comprising a lactam or a lactam derivative moiety, processes for preparing them, pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds and their uses as pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are compositions and methods for treating colitis and other inflammatory bowel diseases, inter alia, indeterminate colitis, Crohn's disease, irritable bowel syndrome and ischemic colitis.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula (I) said compound is inhibitor of MMP-12 and/or MMP-13, and thus can be employed for the treatment of a disorder or disease characterized by abnormal activity of MMP-12 and/or MMP-13. Accordingly, the compound of formula (I) can be used in treatment of disorders or diseases mediated by MMP-12 and/or MMP-13. Finally, the present invention also provides pharmaceutical composition that include the compound of formula (I).

Abstract: The instant invention provides for compounds that inhibit the four known mammalian JAK kinases (JAK1, JAK2, JAK3 and TYK2). The invention also provides for compositions comprising such inhibitory compounds and methods of inhibiting the activity of JAK1, JAK2, JAK3 and TYK2 by administering the compound to a patient in need of treatment for myeloproliferative disorders or cancer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pyridyl amide compounds which are antagonists of T-type calcium channels, and which are useful in the treatment or prevention of disorders and diseases in which T-type calcium channels 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 T-type calcium channels are involved.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the formula I, wherein R1; R2; R3; R4; R5, R13, R16, X and M have the meanings indicated in the claims. The compounds of formula I are valuable pharmacologically active compounds. They exhibit a strong anti-thrombotic effect and are suitable, for example, for the therapy and prophylaxis of cardio-vascular disorders like thromboembolic diseases or restenoses. They are reversible inhibitors of the blood clotting enzymes factor Xa (FXa) and thrombin and can in general be applied in conditions in which an undesired activity of factor Xa and/or thrombin are present or for the cure or prevention of which an inhibition of factor Xa and thrombin are intended. The invention furthermore relates to processes for the preparation of compounds of the formula I, their use, in particular as active ingredients in pharmaceuticals, and pharmaceutical preparations comprising them.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising 2-(5-(4-(2-morpholinoethoxy)phenyl)pyridin-2-yl)-N-benzylacetamide and its mesylate and dihydrochloride salts. More specifically, the invention provides an efficient process for the synthesis of 2-(5-(4-(2-morpholinoethoxy)phenyl)pyridin-2-yl)-N-benzylacetamide and its mesylate and dihydrochloride salts and methods for modulating one or more components of a kinase cascade using the compositions of the invention.

Abstract: A compound, its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, a composition containing the same and method of treatment that can provide analgesia and/or reduce inflammation are disclosed. A contemplated compound has a structure that corresponds to Formula A, wherein G, W, Q, Z, D, E, F, K, Y, d, e, f, k, n, m, and circle B and all R groups are defined within.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aralkyl piperidine derivatives, compositions containing the same, and their uses in the preparation of antalgic or ataractic medicament. The said derivatives are a free base of the compound represented by the following formula or a salt thereof. The pharmacological experiments show that they display favorable antalgic, ataractic activity and low side effects.

Abstract: This invention is in the field of pharmaceutical agents and specifically relates to compounds, compositions, uses and methods for treating cancer, by—combining VEGF(R) inhibitors and inhibitors of HGF/SF:c-Met.

Abstract: The invention relates to compositions comprising 2-(5-(4-(2-morpholinoethoxy)phenyl)pyridin-2-yl)-N-benzylacetamide and its mesylate and dihydrochloride salts. The invention provides an efficient process for the synthesis of 2-(5-(4-(2-morpholinoethoxy)phenyl)pyridin-2-yl)-N-benzylacetamide and its mesylate and dihydrochloride salts and methods for modulating one or more components of a kinase cascade using the compositions of the invention. The present invention also provides a novel polymorph of the mesylate salt of 2-(5-(4-(2-morpholinoethoxy)phenyl)pyridin-2-yl)-N-benzylacetamide (Form A), characterized by a unique X-ray diffraction pattern and Differential Scanning Calorimetry profile, as well as a unique crystalline structure.

Abstract: This invention is directed to new inhibitors of the p38 mitogen-activated protein kinase having the general formula (I) to processes for their preparation; to pharmaceutical compositions comprising them; and to their use in therapy.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by histamine-3 receptor ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the histamine-3 receptor ligands, methods for using such compounds and compositions, and a process for preparing compounds within the scope of formula (I).

Abstract: The invention relates to a topical composition and a method for treating psoriasis. The topical composition comprises one or more compound that inhibits the production of IL-12 and IL-23.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses compounds of general formula (1) wherein R1 to R4, m and n are defined as in the specification, which are suitable for the treatment of diseases characterised by excessive or abnormal cell proliferation, and the use thereof for preparing a medicament having the above-mentioned properties.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) comprising a cyclobutoxy group, processes for preparing them, pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds and their use as pharmaceuticals, useful for the treatment and prevention of diseases or pathological conditions of the central nervous system including mild-cognitive impairments, Alzheimer's disease, learning and; memory disorders, cognitive disorders, attention deficit disorder, attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, Parkinson's disease, schizophrenia, dementia, depression, epilepsy, seizures, convulsions, sleep/wake and arousal/vigilance disorders such as hypersomnia and narcolepsy, pain and/or obesity.

Abstract: The present invention provides spirolactam derivatives of formula (I): wherein R1-R7 are as defined herein; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; and pharmaceutical compositions and uses of the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds that modulate various chemokine receptors. These compounds are useful for treating inflammatory and immune diseases.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel organic compounds of Formula I: methods of use, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides novel inhibitors of hedgehog signaling that are useful as a therapeutic agents for treating malignancies where the compounds have the general formula I: wherein A, X, Y R1, R2, R3, R4, m and n are as described herein.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for modulating the activity of the hedgehog signaling pathway. In particular, the invention provides a method for inhibiting aberrant growth states resulting from phenotypes such as Ptc loss-of-function, hedgehog gain-of-function, smoothened gain-of-function or Gli gain-of-function, comprising contacting a cell with a sufficient amount of a compound of Formula I.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) are disclosed. Compounds according to the invention are agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists of the CB2 receptor, and are useful for treating inflammation. Those compounds which are agonists are additionally useful for treating pain.

Abstract: The present invention relates to substituted phenylpiperidine derivatives as melanocortin-4 receptor modulators. Depending on the structure and the stereochemistry the compounds of the invention are either selective agonists or selective antagonists of the human melanocortin-4 receptor (MC-4R). The agonists can be used for the treatment of disorders and diseases such as obesity, diabetes and sexual dysfunction, whereas the antagonists are useful for the treatment of disorders and diseases such as cancer cachexia, muscle wasting, anorexia, anxiety and depression. Generally all diseases and disorders where the regulation of the MC-4R is involved can be treated with the compounds of the invention.

Abstract: There are provided compounds of the formula wherein X, Y, R1, R2, R3, R3, R4, and R5 are as described herein and enantiomers and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and esters thereof which are useful as anticancer agents.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, which inhibit the activity of histone deacetylase 8 (HDAC8). Also described herein are methods of using such HDAC8 inhibitors, alone and in combination with other compounds, for treating diseases or conditions that would benefit from inhibition of HDAC8 activity.

Abstract: New histone deacetylase inhibitors according to the general formula (I) wherein: Q is a bond, CH2, CH—NR3R4, NR5 or oxygen, X is CH or nitrogen, Y is a bond, CH2, oxygen or NR6, Z is CH or nitrogen, R1, R2 are, independently, hydrogen, halogen, C1-C6 alkyl or C1-C6 haloalkyl, R11, R12 are, independently, hydrogen or C1-C6 alkyl, and R3, R4, R5 and R6 are as further defined in the specification.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) are disclosed. Compounds according to the invention bind to and are agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists of the CB2 receptor, and are useful for treating inflammation. Those compounds which are agonists are additionally useful for treating pain.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing a pharmaceutical tablet composition which comprises an active pharmaceutical ingredient of formula I wherein the definitions are described in claim 1, or pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof and a water soluble poloxamer in which the compound of formula I and the water soluble poloxamer are processed by hot melt extrusion, and then the hot melt extrudate is mixed with other ingredients to form a tablet, that is optionally coated with a composition comprising an immediate release film coating system and purified water. The invention also relates to such pharmaceutical compositions and hot melt extrudates.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds and methods for treating cell proliferation disorders.

Abstract: Compounds which inhibit the activity of anti-apoptotic family protein members, compositions containing the compounds and methods of treating diseases during which occur expression one or more than one of an anti-apoptotic family protein member are disclosed.

Abstract: Disclosed is a compound having a strong affinity to serotonin-4 receptors, which is useful as an enterokinesis-promoting agent or a digestive tract function-improving agent. Specifically, disclosed is a compound represented by Formula (1) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Also specifically disclosed is a pharmaceutical composition containing a compound represented by Formula (1) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. [In Formula (1), Ar represents a group represented by Formula (Ar-1) or Formula (Ar-2).

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel carboxamide compounds of the formula I and their use for the manufacture of a medicament. The carboxamide compounds are prodrugs of inhibitors of calpain (calcium dependant cysteine proteases). The invention therefore also relates to the use of these carboxamide compounds for treating a disorder associated with an elevated calpain activity.

Abstract: The present invention provides a novel benzene derivative or thiophene derivative useful as a VAP-1 inhibitor, or a medicament for the prophylaxis or treatment of a VAP-1 associated disease and the like, namely, a compound represented by the formula (I): wherein each symbol is as defined in the present specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention discloses novel compounds of Formula I or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which have histamine-H3 receptor antagonist activity as well as methods for preparing such compounds. In another embodiment, the invention discloses pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of Formula I as well as methods of using them to treat obesity and other histamine H3 receptor-related diseases.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) in which n, y, X1, X2, A, B, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined in the specification, a process for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound of e.g. the formulas (Ie) and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier which is useful in a medicine wherein the symbols and substituents have the following meaning—X— is e.g. and Y is e.g. or the pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters or amides and prodrugs of the above identified compounds can be applied to modulate the in-vitro and in-vivo binding processes mediated by E-, P- or L-selectin binding.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 3,4-substituted piperidinyl-based renin inhibitor compounds bearing at 4-position oxopyridine and having the formula (I). The invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing said compounds, as well as their use in treating cardiovascular events and renal insufficiency.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds and composition for the treatment and prevention of cancer. The invention also covers all diseases that may be treated by selective modulation of levels of reactive oxygen species in diseased cells versus normal cells. Methods for the preparation and administration of such compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides inhibitors of focal adhesion kinase, an enzyme involved in the attachment of the cytoskeleton of a cell to an extracellular matrix, which has been implicated in processes such as cell migration, cell proliferation, and cell survival. The inhibitors are derivatives of a 5-substituted 2,4-diaminopyridine wherein the substituents are as defined herein. The invention also provides a method of using the inhibitors in treatment of cancer, and methods of preparation of the inhibitors by use of coupling reactions.

Abstract: The invention relates to pyrrolidine derivatives of formula wherein R1, R2, R3, n, and o are defined in the specification and to pharmaceutically active acid-addition salts thereof. Compounds of formula I have a high affinity simultaneously to both the NK1 and the NK3 receptors (dual NK1/NK3 receptor antagonists), useful in the treatment of schizophrenia.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a new class of compounds capable of modulating the c-kit receptor and, accordingly, useful for treatment of c-kit mediated diseases, including various inflammatory, fibrotic and/or mast cell mediated diseases such as mastocytosis. The compounds have a general Formula I wherein A1-3, R1 and R3-6 are defined herein. The invention further comprises pharmaceutical compositions, methods for treatment of c-kit mediated diseases, and intermediates and processes useful for the preparation of compounds of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide an iminopyridine derivative compound having an ?1D adrenergic receptor antagonistic action, which is useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of a lower urinary tract disease and the like. The present invention provides a compound represented by the formula wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is related to thiazole derivatives of Formula (I) in particular for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of autoimmune disorders and/or inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, bacterial or viral infections, kidney diseases, platelet aggregation, cancer, transplantation, graft rejection or lung injuries.

Abstract: The present invention aims to provide an iminopyridine derivative compound having an ?1D adrenergic receptor antagonistic action, which is useful as an agent for the prophylaxis or treatment of a lower urinary tract disease and the like. The present invention provides a compound represented by the formula wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof.