Abstract: Disclosed is an improved treatment for men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), involving combination therapy of a 5.alpha.-reductase inhibitor, e.g. a 17.beta.-substituted 4-azasteroid, a 17.beta.-substituted non-azasteroid, 17.beta.-acyl-3-carboxy-androst-3,5-diene, benzoylaminophenoxybutanoic acid derivative, fused benz(thio)amide or cinnamoylamide derivative, aromatic 1,2-diethers or thioethers, aromatic ortho acylaminophenoxy alkanoic acids, ortho thioalkylacylaminophenoxy alkanoic acids, pharmaceutically acceptable salts and esters thereof, and particularly finasteride, in combination with an .alpha..sub.1 -adrenergic receptor blocker, i.e., terazosin. The combination provides therapy at the molecular level for the underlying cause of the disease as well as providing symptomatic relief. Pharmaceutical compositions useful for treatment are also disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## where A, B, D, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 have the meanings stated in the description, are described. The compounds are suitable for controlling diseases.The novel compounds are prepared via compounds of the formulaH.sub.2 N--CH.sub.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the isolation and characterization of six new crambescidin compounds, the structures of which are shown below: ##STR1## .

Abstract: Substituted amino compounds of general formula (I) ##STR1## are described, as are a method of preparing them and their use as drugs, especially as analgesics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a food and a feed having lipid metabolism improving activity or anti-obesity activity, and a lipid metabolism improving agent or an anti-obesity agent for humans or animals which comprise, as an active ingredient, a compound represented by formula (I): ##STR1## wherein >A--B-- represents >CR.sup.1 --NR.sup.2 -- (wherein R.sup.1 represents hydrogen or hydroxy, and R.sup.2 represents hydrogen or lower alkyl; or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are combined together to form a bond) or >C.dbd.N.sup.+ (R.sup.3)-- (wherein R.sup.3 represents lower alkyl); n represents 0 when >A--B-- is >CR.sup.1 --NR.sup.2 --, and represents 1 when >A--B-- is >C.dbd.N.sup.+ (R.sup.3)--; and X.sup.- represents an anion, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: The aryl pyrimidine derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and N-oxides thereof, exhibit useful pharmacological properties, including utility as selective 5HT.sub.2B -antagonists.

Abstract: In accordance with the present invention, there is provided a class of compounds which are capable of modulating processes mediated by peroxisome proliferator activated receptor-gamma (PPAR-.gamma.). The identification of such compounds makes it possible to intervene in PPAR-.gamma. mediated pathways.

Abstract: Antihypertensive and bronchodilating compounds of the formula or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a process for preparing them are disclosed, wherein:R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sup.a, R.sup.b and R.sup.c as defined in the disclosure;pharmaceutical compositions containing said compounds;methods of treatment using said compounds; anda process for preparing polycyclic guanines comprisinga) reducing a nitrosopyrimidine, and treating the reduced nitrosopyrimidine with an acylating reagent to give the amidopyrimidine;b) reacting the amidopyrimidine with a halogenating/cyclizing reagent to give a halopurine;c) reacting, in the presence of a base, the halopurine with an amine to give the substituted aminopurine; andd) closing the ring of the substituted aminopurine with a suitable dehydrating agent.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), wherein R.sub.1 is (a), (b), (c) or (d); n is 0, 1 or 2; A, B, C and D are each independently nitrogen or carbon; R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl, aryl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.3 alkyl-aryl, halogen (e.g. fluorine, chlorine, bromine or iodine), cyano, nitro, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 R.sub.15, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m OR.sub.9, --SR.sub.9, --SO.sub.2 NR.sub.14 R.sub.15, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 SO.sub.2 R.sub.15 --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 CO.sub.2 R.sub.9, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 COR.sub.9, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 CONHR.sub.9, --CONR.sub.14 R.sub.15, or --CO.sub.2 R.sub.9 ; R.sub.2 and R.sub.3, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4, or R.sub.4 and R.sub.

Abstract: A compound, as well as its stereoisomers and addition salts, possssing antagonist activity with respect to corticotropin releasing hormone (CRF) has the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sub.1, and R.sub.21 which are identical or different, are independently selected from a halogen atom; a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.5)hydroxyalkyl radical; a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.5)alkyl; a (C.sub.7 -C.sub.10)aralkyl; a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.5)alkoxy; a trifluoromethyl; a nitro; a nitrile; an --SR group in which R is selected from hydrogen, a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.5)alkyl radical and a (C.sub.7 -C.sub.10)aralkyl radical; an --S--CO--R group in which R is selected from a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.5)alkyl radical and an aralkyl radical in which the aryl part is (C.sub.6 -C.sub.8) and the alkyl part is (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4); a --COOR' group in which R' is selected from hydrogen and a (C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: Dehydroevodiamine-HCl, a constituent of Evodia rutaecarpa Benth. (DHED) exhibits anti-AChE activity and improves the memory impairment of animals produced by scopolamine in the passive avoidance test. Thus, DHED can be a potent, long term memory enhancing and anti-dementia agent if it is used together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula I: ##STR1## are leukotriene antagonists and inhibitors of leukotriene biosynthesis. These compounds are useful as anti-asthmatic, anti-allergic, anti-inflammatory, and cytoprotective agents. They are also useful in treating angina, cerebral spasm, glomerular nephritis, hepatitis, endotoxemia, uveitis, and allograft rejection.

Abstract: A sulfonamide derivative or a sulfonic ester derivative represented by the following general formula (I): ##STR1## {G represents an aromatic 5- or 6-membered ring; L represents O or --N(R.sup.1)-- (R.sup.1 represents hydrogen or lower alkyl); and M represents ##STR2## rings A and B represent each an unsaturated 5- or 6-membered ring; Y represents O, S(O).sub.n, C(R.sup.3)(R.sup.4), C(O), N(R.sup.5), CH(R.sup.6)CH(R.sup.7), C(R.sup.8).dbd.C(R.sup.9), N(R.sup.10)C(O), N.dbd.C(R.sup.11), OCH(R.sup.12), S(O).sub.n CH(R.sup.13) or N(R.sup.14)CH(R.sup.15).

Abstract: Antihypertensive and bronchodilating phosphoclusterose inhibitory compounds of the formula ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein X is fluoro, chloro or bromo.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I): ##STR1## are prepared by reaction of the phenylacetic acid derivatives substituted by the appropriate heterocycles, optionally in an activated form, with phenylglycinols. The compounds are suitable as active compounds in medicaments, in particular in medicaments having antiatherosclerotic activity.

Abstract: The disclosed pyrimidine derivatives, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, exhibit useful pharmacological properties, in particular use as 5HT.sub.2C - antagonists. The invention is also directed to formulations and methods for treatment.

Abstract: A method of ascertaining if a prodrug is useful for treating a disease is disclosed. The prodrug is acceptable if it is metabolized in liver cells by aldehyde oxidase to produce an active drug or metabolite. Prodrugs are shown equally effective in treating diseases as the active drug itself with many benefits and without as many associated side effects. Methods for treating cancers with 5-iodo-2-pyrimidinone-deoxyribose and 5-fluoro-2-pyrimidinone are also described.

Abstract: A cosmetic or dermatological composition with a depigmenting action comprises derivatives of 2,5-dihydroxyphenylcarboxylic acids, their homologs, and their salts, with the derivatives having the following structural formula: ##STR1## wherein: R.sub.1 represents OR.sub.5, OH, or ##STR2## R.sub.5 is a linear or branched C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl radical, a linear or branched C.sub.2 -C.sub.20 alkenyl radical, or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl radical substituted by one or more hydroxy or alkoxy groups;r' and r", identical or different, represent a hydrogen atom, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.20 alkyl radical, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 hydroxyalkyl radical, or a C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 polyhydroxyalkyl, or r' and r" taken together, with the nitrogen atom, form a heterocycle;the number of carbon atoms in the --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --COR.sub.1 chain is less than or equal to 21;R.sub.2 and R.sub.3, identical or different, represent a hydrogen atom, a linear or branched C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl radical, or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy; R.sub.

Abstract: Triazolopyrimidines of the formula ##STR1## where A, D and X have the meanings stated in the description, and their preparation are described. The novel compounds are suitable for controlling diseases.

Abstract: Quinazoline compounds represented by general formula (1) or (2) possess an activity of significantly inhibiting the production or secretion of a tumor necrosis factor and are useful as drugs for the treatment of diseases wherein a tumor necrosis factor is considered to be involved in causing those diseases: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 through R.sup.

Abstract: An antidiabetic compound selected from those of formula (I): ##STR1## wherein A, B, C, D, n, R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4, X, Y and Z are as defined in the description.Medicaments containing the same.

Abstract: A class of substituted phenylpyrimidine compounds are disclosed which are potent inhibitors of the excitatory amino acid, glutamate. Such compounds are useful in the treatment or prevention of a range of CNS disorders including cerebral ischaemic damage and epilepsy.

Abstract: Novel triazoloquinazolines of the formula I ##STR1## where A, X R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 have the meanings stated in the description, and their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable for controlling diseases.

Abstract: The use of triazoloquinazolines for the production of drugs for controlling central nervous disorders is described. The triazoloquinazolines have the formula ##STR1## where R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and X have the meanings stated in the description.

Abstract: Substitutued heterocyclylisoquinolinium salts, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and methods for the treatment or prevention of neurodegenerative disorders or neurotoxic injuries utilizing them.

Abstract: Compounds for treating cardiovascular or circulatory disorders of the formula ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.7, Ar.sup.1, Ar.sup.2, X, Y, and n are defined herein.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula ##STR1## and the other variables are as defined herein, and are indicated for use in the treatment and prophylaxis of, for example, hypertension, congestive heart failure, ocular hypertension, renal failure, and CNS disorders, or are intermediates thereto.

Abstract: The invention relates to TS-inhibiting compounds of the formula ##STR1## where W is an alkylene group; D is a structure having two rings that are unsubstituted or substituted, where (i) one ring is a phenyl ring and (ii) the other ring is a phenyl ring or a 6-membered heterocyclic ring; R is a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group; and X and Y together form ##STR2## and to salts of these compounds. The moiety W can be CH.sub.2, and D can be a phenyl ring bridged through a sulfonyl group to another ring.

Abstract: The invention discloses imidazo[1,5-a]quinoxalines (I) ##STR1## which do not contain an endocyclic carbonyl group that are useful as anxiolytic and sedative/hypnotic agents.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compounds which are azolo-fused pyrimidine compounds having the formula ##STR1## in which .dbd.

Abstract: Substitutued heterocyclylisoquinolinium salts, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and methods for the treatment or prevention of neurodegenerative disorders or neurotoxic injuries utilizing them.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain novel amide derivatives which are pyrido[3,4-d]pyrimidin-7-ylacetamides which are inhibitors of human leukocyte elastase (HLE), also known as human neutrophil elastase (HNE), making them useful whenever such inhibition is desired, such as for research tools in pharmacological, diagnostic and related studies and in the treatment of diseases in mammals in which HLE is implicated. The invention also includes intermediates useful in the synthesis of these amide derivatives, processes for preparing the amide derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing such amide derivatives and methods for their use.

Abstract: The present invention includes a method for increasing bone mass in a subject by administration of PTH and raloxifene. Another aspect of the invention is a method for treating bone loss in a subject by administration of PTH and raloxifene. The invention further provides for a composition of PTH and raloxifene for increasing bone mass in a subject. Another aspect of the invention is a composition of PTH and raloxifene for treatment of bone loss in a subject.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method of treating cranial fluid volume dysfunctions such as glaucoma in an individual, comprising administering compounds which effect an increase in cyclic GMP at the site of the dysfunction or at the site of synthesis or removal of the accumulating fluid. In particular, the method of treatment involves the topical use of hydralazine, non-organic nitrites or nitroglycerine, and the systematic use of hydralazine or non-organic nitrites.

Abstract: Compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof formally derived by bridging the 1- and 2-positions of 1H-imidazo[4,5-c]quinolin-4-amines. Also, methods of using such compounds and pharmaceutical formulations containing such compounds. Said compounds are useful to induce interferon biosynthesis in an animal.

Abstract: Novel compound represented by the formula: ##STR1## such as 6-Chloro-N-(2,6-diethoxyphenyl)-4-(2-methylphenyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-3- acetamide: ##STR2## or a salt thereof. The compound has an excellent activity of inhibiting ACAT, lowering the cholesterol in blood and inhibiting tachykinin receptor. The present invention also relates to the production and use of the disclosed compound.

Abstract: The disclosed compounds have the formula ##STR1## wherein Q is a 6-membered saturated heterocyclic group or a group S(O)pR.sup.3, whereinp is 0, 1, or 2, andR.sup.3 is alkyl, alkenyl, or phenyl-, which may have halogen or nitro substituents, or phenyl optionally substituted;or NR.sup.4 R.sup.5 whereinR.sup.4 and R.sup.5 are hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, phenyl-alkyl, or di-alkyl-amino-alkyl;R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are hydrogen or alkyl, ortogether form a group (CH.sub.2)n--Y--(CH.sub.2)m, wherein Y is CH.sub.2, or NR.sup.6, wherein R.sup.6 is phenyl-alkyl,n and m are 0 or 1 to 5;Z is NR.sup.7 R.sup.8, whereinR.sup.7 and R.sup.8 each are hydrogen, alkenyl, cycloalkyl, adamantayl, or phenyl-alkyl, which may have one or more substituents ortogether form a group of (CH.sub.2)j--W--(CH.sub.2)k, wherein j and k each are 1 to 3, and W is oxygen, CH.sub.2, CHOH, or NR.sup.10 , wherein R.sup.10 is hydrogen, alkoxycarbonyl, or alkyl, which latter may be substituted.or SR.sup.9, whereinR.sup.

Abstract: Methods, compounds and compositions are provided form inhibiting the growth of pathogenic mycobacteria in vitro and of treatment of pathogenic mycobacterial infections in vivo using indolo[2,1-b]quinazoline-6,12-dione compounds of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H are independently selected from carbon and nitrogen, or A and B or C and D can be taken together to be nitrogen or sulfur, and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The methods, compounds and compositons are particularly useful for inhibiting the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis, and may be used alone, or in combination with other anti-Mycobacterium tuberculosis agents, such as isoniazid, rifampin, pyrazinamide, rifabutin, streptomycin and ciprofloxacin, to provide new agents for the treatment of tuberculosis, including multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDRTB).

Abstract: The invention is concerned with novel sulphonamides and their use as medicaments. In particular, the invention is concerned with compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen, lower-alkyl, lower-alkoxy, lower-alkylthio, halogen or trifluoromethyl;R.sup.2 is hydrogen, lower-alkyl, halogen, lower-alkoxy, trifluoromethyl or --OCH.sub.2 COOR.sup.9 ;R.sup.3 is hydrogen, lower-alkyl, halogen, lower-alkylthio, trifluoromethyl, lower-alkoxy or trifluoromethoxy;R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 together are butadienyl, methylenedioxy, ethylenedioxy or isopropylidenedioxy;R.sup.

Abstract: A method of inhibiting cartilage degradation comprising administering to a human or other mammal in need of treatment an effective amount of a compound having the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.3 are independently hydrogen, ##STR2## wherein Ar is optionally substituted phenyl; R.sup.2 is selected from the group consisting of pyrrolidino and piperidino, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof.

Abstract: Novel polycylic guanine derivatives of the formula: ##STR1## wherein J is oxygen or sulfur, R.sup.1 is hydrogen, alkyl or alkyl substituted with aryl or hydroxy;R.sup.2 is hydrogen, aryl, heteroaryl, cycloalkyl, alkyl or alkyl substituted with aryl, heteroaryl, hydroxy, alkoxy, amino, monoalkyl amino or dialkylamino, or --(CH.sub.2).sub.m TCOR.sup.20 wherein m is an integer from 1 to 6, T is oxygen or --NH-- and R.sup.20 is hydrogen, aryl, heteroaryl, alkyl or alkyl substituted with aryl or heteroaryl;R.sup.3 is hydrogen, halo, trifluoromethyl, alkoxy, alkylthio, alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, aminosulfonyl, amino, monoalkylamino, dialkylamino, hydroxyalkylamino, aminoalkylamino, carboxy, alkoxycarbonyl or aminocarbonyl or alkyl substituted with awl, hydroxy, alkoxy, amino, monoalkylamino or dialkylamino;R.sup.a, R.sup.b, R.sup.c, and R.sup.d are defined in the specification; and n is zero or one.The compounds of formulas (I) and (I') are useful as antihypertensive, muscle relaxant and bronchodilating agents.

Abstract: Formulations of oxypurinol and/or its alkali or alkaline earth salts in non-crystalline form, containing the active substance in the form of a solids dispersion with pharmacologically harmless adjuvants. They have more rapid and higher solubility than oxypurinol and/or its alkali or alkaline earth salts. They can be used for the preparation of drugs having high bioavailability of the active substance oxypurinol.

Abstract: A pharmaceutical composition for treatment of cancer comprises:(A) a therapeutically effective amount of at least one compound selected from the group consisting of compounds represented by the General Formula (I) ##STR1## wherein X.sub.1 and X.sub.2, which may be the same or different, each represents O, S, Se, --CH.dbd.CH--, ##STR2## Y.sub.1 represents O, S, Se, or ##STR3## R.sub.1 and R.sub.3, which may be the same or different, each represents an alkyl group;R.sub.2 represents an alkyl group, an aryl group or a heterocyclic group;Z.sub.1 and Z.sub.2, which may be the same or different, each represents an atomic group necessary to form a 5- or 6-membered ring;L.sub.1 represents a methine group or L.sub.1 and R.sub.3 may combine and form a 5- or 6-membered ring;R.sub.4 and R.sub.5, which may be the same or different, each represents a alkyl group;R.sub.6 and R.sub.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain substituted 17 .beta.-substituted carbonyl-6-azaandrost-4-en-3-ones of formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 arei) independently hydrogen or lower alkyl and the bond between the carbons bearing R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is a single or a double bond, orii) taken together are a --CH.sub.2 -- group to form a cyclopropane ring, and the bond between the carbons bearing R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is a single bond;X is ##STR2## wherein R.sup.5, R.sup.6, R.sup.7 and R.sup.8 are independently hydrogen or lower alkyl,p and q are independently either 0 or 1;R.sup.3 is lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, lower cycloalkyl, lower alkoxy, thiopyridyl, adamantyl, --NR.sup.9 R.sup.10 or --Ar--NR.sup.9 R.sup.10whereinR.sup.9 and R.sup.

Abstract: Macrocyclic compounds of general Structure I: ##STR1## Wherein M is C or N are angiotensin II receptor (A-II) antagonists useful in the treatment of certain cardiovascular dysfunctions and ocular hypertension.

Abstract: 2-Amino-pyrimidininone derivatives possessing serotonin-antagonistic and anti-histaminic properties. Compositions containing these compounds as the active ingredient. Method of treating subjects suffering from diseases and/or disorders associated with the release of neurotransmitters, in particular, a method of treating subjects suffering form sleep disorders with 2-aminopyrimidinone derivatives substituted with a 4-bis(aryl)methylene-1-piperidinyl group; and a method of treating subjects suffering from psychotic diseases and/or disorders with 2-aminopyrimidinone derivatives substituted with a 4-arylcarbonyl-1-piperidinyl, 4-benzazolyl-1-piperidinyl, 4-benzazolyl-1-piperazinyl or 4-indolyl-1-piperidinyl, 4-benzo[b]furanyl-1-piperidinyl or 4-benzo[b]thienyl-1-piperidinyl group.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds of formula ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are similar or different and are each independently hydrogen or a group selected from CO.sub.2 N.dbd.C(NH.sub.2).sub.2, CONHNHCONH.sub.2, CONHNHCSNH.sub.2, C(OC.sub.2 H.sub.5).dbd.NCO.sub.2 CH.sub.3, COCH.sub.2 CO.sub.2 H.sub.5, N(OH)-CONHCOOC.sub.2 NCO.sub.2 CH.sub.3, COCH.sub.2 CO.sub.2 H.sub.5, N(OH)-CONHCOOC.sub.2 H.sub.5, C(OC.sub.2 H.sub.5).dbd.NH or a nitrogen heterocycle; with the proviso that at least one of the substituents R.sub.1 or R.sub.2 is other than hydrogen;R.sub.3 is a hydrogen, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, a C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 alkenyl, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.7 cycloalkyl, a phenyl, a phenylalkyl, or a phenylalkenyl;R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are each independently a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.7 cycloalkyl, a phenyl or a phenylalkyl; orR.sub.4 and R.sub.5, bonded together, are either a group of the formula (CH.sub.2).sub.n or a group of the formula (CH.sub.2).sub.p Y (CH.sub.2).sub.

Abstract: Imidazotriazoloquinazoline compounds having the general formula ##STR1## wherein A together with the .alpha.-marked carbon atom and the .beta.-marked nitrogen atom is one of the groups ##STR2## cyano or CO.sub.2 R.sup.5, wherein R.sup.5 is H, alkyl, cycloalkyl, trifluoromethyl or alkoxymethyl; and R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 independently are H, hydroxy, halogen, CN, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, trifluoromethyl, alkoxy, dialkylaminoalkoxy, aralkoxy, aryloxy which may be substituted, acyclic amino group, or NR.sup.6 R.sup.7, wherein R.sup.6 and R.sup.7 independently are H or alkyl.The compounds are useful in psychopharmaceutical preparations as anticonvulsants, anxiolytics, hypnotics, antipsychotics, antiemetics, or in improving the cognitive function of the brain of mammals, or as benzodiazepine antagonsists.

Abstract: 9.alpha.-Hydroxy-19,11.beta.-bridged steroids of general formula I ##STR1## are described. The more detailed meaning of A, B, R.sup.1, R.sup.2, G, Z, R.sup.4 --Y and R.sup.4' --Y' follows from the description. The steroids of general formula I have antigestagen and/or antiglucocorticoidal action and can be used for the production of pharmaceutical agents.