Abstract: The present invention relates to cyanoisoquinoline compounds suitable for use in treating hypoxia inducible factor-mediated and/or erythropoietin-associated conditions.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, are GPCR (GPR119) agonists and are useful as for the treatment of diabetes and obesity.

Abstract: There are described cyclohexyl amide derivatives of Formula I, which are useful as corticotropin releasing factor (CRF) receptor antagonists and as pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: Disclosed are oxo-hydroquinazolines that are useful as selective TSHR agonists. The compounds may be used for detecting or treating thyroid cancer, or treating a bone degenerative disorder.

Abstract: The invention relates to 6-substituted isoquinoline and isoquinolinone derivatives of the formula (I) useful for the treatment and/or prevention of diseases associated with Rho-kinase and/or Rho-kinase mediated phosphorylation of myosin light chain phosphatase, and compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted isoquinoline and isoquinolinones of the formula (I) useful for the treatment and/or prevention of diseases associated with Rho-kinase and/or Rho-kinase mediated phosphorylation of myosin light chain phosphatase, and compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to bi- and polycyclic substituted isoquinoline and isoquinolinones of the formula (I) wherein R1 to R12 are as defined in the application useful for the treatment and/or prevention of diseases associated with Rho-kinase and/or Rho-kinase mediated phosphorylation of myosin light chain phosphatase, and compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: Inhibitors of HCV of formula (I) and the N-oxides, salts, and stereochemically isomeric forms thereof, wherein the terms R1, L, R2, R3, R4, and n have specific definitions; pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds of formula (I), and processes for preparing compounds of formula (I). Bioavailable combinations of the inhibitors of HCV of formula (I) with ritonavir are also provided.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds that inhibit of focal adhesion kinase function, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them as the active ingredient, to their use as medicaments and to their use in the manufacture of medicaments for use in the treatment in warm-blooded animals such as humans of diseases such as cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods for treating erythropoietin-associated conditions by increasing endogenous erythropoietin in vitro and in vivo. Methods for treating, pretreating or preconditioning, or preventing erythropoietin-associated conditions are also included. Compounds for use in these methods are provided, as are methods of identifying such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention provides the compounds represented by formula (I): or pharmaceutical salts thereof, wherein: X1 represents oxygen atoms and the like, X2 represents nitrogen atoms and the like, X3 represents nitrogen atoms and the like, X4 represents nitrogen atoms and the like, R1 represents formula (II-1): wherein X5 represents sulfur atoms and the like, A1 represents carbon atoms and the like, A2 represents nitrogen atoms and the like and A ring represents phenyl group and the like, having mGluR1 inhibiting effect, and being useful for preventing or treating convulsion, acute pain, inflammatory pain, chronic pain, brain disorder such as cerebral infarction or transient ischemick attack, psychotic disorder such as schizophrenia, anxiety, drug dependence, Parkinson's disease, or gastrointestinal disorder.

Abstract: The subject invention provides a method of treating a subject afflicted with a form of multiple sclerosis comprising periodically administering to the subject an amount of glatiramer acetate and an amount of mitoxantrone, wherein the amounts when taken together are effective to alleviate a symptom of the form of multiple sclerosis in the subject so as to thereby treat the subject. The subject invention also provides a package comprising glatiramer acetate, mitoxantrone and instructions for use of the together to alleviate a symptom of a form of multiple sclerosis in a subject. Additionally, the subject invention provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising an amount of glatiramer acetate and an amount of mitoxantrone, wherein the amounts when taken together are effective to alleviate a symptom of a form of multiple sclerosis in a subject.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to methods, kits, and uses of inhibitors of LCMV mediated NF-?B activation to treat viral infections and inflammatory conditions.

Abstract: The invention provides a method, compounds and compositions 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 GIi gain-of-function, comprising contacting a cell with a sufficient amount of a compound of Formula (I).

Abstract: A compound represented by the formula (1) [A represents a nitrogen-containing saturated ring; m represents an integer of 0 to 2; n represents an integer of 1 to 4; G1 represents hydrogen atom, chlorine atom, hydroxyl group, an alkoxy group, or amino group; G2 represents a halogen atom, hydroxyl group, cyano group, carboxy group, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group, an alkoxy group, an alkylthio group, an amino group, an alkylsulfinyl group, an alkylsulfonyl group, or an aryl group; G3 represents hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, hydroxyl group, cyano group, carboxy group, an alkyl group, an alkenyl group, an alkynyl group, an alkoxy group, an alkylthio group, an amino group, an alkoxycarbonyl group, an acyl group, an acyloxy group, an alkylsulfinyl group, an alkylsulfonyl group, or an aryl group; Y represents a single bond, or —C(R3)(R4)— (R3 and R4 represent hydrogen atom, or an alkyl group, or alkylene groups which combine together to form a saturated hydrocarbon ring group); G4 represents hydro

Abstract: The present invention is directed to certain oxazole derivatives which are useful as inhibitors of Fatty Acid Amide Hydrolase (FAAH). The invention is also concerned with pharmaceutical formulations comprising these compounds as active ingredients and the use of the compounds and their formulations in the treatment of certain disorders, including osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, diabetic neuropathy, postherpetic neuralgia, skeletomuscular pain, and fibromyalgia, as well as acute pain, migraine, sleep disorder, Alzeimer Disease, and Parkinson's Disease.

Abstract: A series of disubstituted dihydroisoquinolinone and isoquinolinedione derivatives represented by Formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are presented. 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, calcium channel activity, including, for example, acute pain, chronic pain, visceral pain, inflammatory pain, neuropathic pain, urinary incontinence, itchiness, allergic dermatitis, epilepsy, diabetic neuropathy, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, anxiety, multiple sclerosis, sleep disorder, bipolar disorder and stroke, comprise administering an effective amount of the present compounds, either alone, or in combination with one or more other therapeutically active compounds.

Abstract: The present application includes novel inhibitors of HCV, compositions containing such compounds, therapeutic methods that include the administration of such compounds.

Abstract: Isoquinolone derivatives of the general formula Ik? are provided. The compounds are NK3 antagonists and useful for the treatment of e.g. psychosis and schizophrenia.

Abstract: The invention provides a salt of (R)-3-[2-(2-hydroxymethylpyrrolidin-1-yl)ethyl]-5-methyl-2H-isoquinolin-1-one and a crystal thereof. (R)-3-[2-(2-Hydroxymethylpyrrolidin-1-yl)ethyl]-5-methyl-2H-isoquinolin-1-one monophosphate is a compound which is chemically stable, has high solubility, and shows less weight change due to humidity as compared to a free form and monohydrochloride dihydrate, and is superior as a bulk drug for pharmaceutical products.

Abstract: Isoquinolone derivatives of the general formula I are provided. The compounds are NK3 antagonists and useful for the treatment of e.g. psychosis and schizophrenia.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to compounds having a general structure: wherein the variables are defined herein, which are useful as allosteric potentiators/positive allosteric modulators of the metabotropic glutamate receptor subtype 4 (mGluR4); synthetic methods for making the compounds; pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds; and methods of using the compounds, for example, in treating neurological and psychiatric disorders or other disease state associated with glutamate dysfunction. This abstract is intended as a scanning tool for purposes of searching in the particular art and is not intended to be limiting of the present invention.

Abstract: Bicycloheteroaryl compounds are disclosed that have 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: The invention relates to compounds of formula I wherein the definitions of X, R and R1 are as defined herein. The compounds of formula I have a good affinity to the trace amine associated receptors (TAARs), especially for TAAR1. The compounds can be used for the treatment of depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), stress-related disorders, psychotic disorders such as schizophrenia, neurological diseases such as Parkinson's disease, neurodegenerative disorders such as Alzheimer's disease, epilepsy, migraine, hypertension, substance abuse and metabolic disorders such as eating disorders, diabetes, diabetic complications, obesity, dyslipidemia, disorders of energy consumption and assimilation, disorders and malfunction of body temperature homeostasis, disorders of sleep and circadian rhythm, and cardiovascular disorders.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula (I): which are useful as antagonists of the CRTH2 receptors. Pharmaceutical compositions containing compounds of Formula (I) and the use of compounds of Formula (I) to treat diseases or disorders that are responsive to inhibition of the binding of endogenous ligands to the CRTH2 receptor are also disclosed. Methods for preparing and using these compounds are further described.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I are provided: wherein Ar1 and Ar2 are substituted aromatic rings and L1 and L2 are independent divalent linking groups. The compounds are useful as platelet ADP receptor inhibitors, for treating thrombosis and for reducing the likelihood and/or severity of a secondary ischemic event in a patient.

Abstract: The invention relates to derivative compounds of partially-reduced isoquinoline with substitution of a sec-butyl group at position 3 with calpain inhibitor activity. The inventive compound comprises an ester or amide derived from (3-sec-butyl-1-oxo-2,3-dihydro-1H-isoquinolin-4-yliden)-acetic acid and (3-sec-butyl-1-thioxo-2, 3-dihydro-1H-isoquinolin-4-yliden)-acetic acid. Compounds having formula I or II can be used in the preventive or therapeutic treatment of a degenerative disease.

Abstract: Bicycloheteroaryl compounds are disclosed that have a formula represented by the following: 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: The embodiments provide compounds of the general Formulae I, Ia, II, III, IV, V, VI-1, VI-2, VII, VIII, IX, X, XI, and XII, as well as compositions, including pharmaceutical compositions, comprising a subject compound. The embodiments further provide treatment methods, including methods of treating a hepatitis C virus infection and methods of treating liver fibrosis, the methods generally involving administering to an individual in need thereof an effective amount of a subject compound or composition.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula I: a stereoisomer or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein the variables R1, R2, R3, R4, X and n are defined as defined herein. Additionally, a method for treating dopamine-related neurological disorders selected form the group consisting of neurological, psychological, cardiovascular, cognitive or attention disorders, substance abuse and addictive behavior, or a combination thereof, comprising administering to a patient in need of such treatment a therapeutically effective amount of compounds of formula I.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to compounds, compositions and methods for the treatment of Hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and methods for using these compounds in the treatment of HCV infection.

Abstract: Disclosed herein are 2-(1-oxo-1H-isoquinolin-2-yl)acetamide derivative of formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts or solvates thereof wherein each of the substituents is given the definition as set forth in the specification and claims. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising 2-(1-oxo-1H-isoquinolin-2-yl)acetamide derivatives according to the present invention and their use in therapy.

Abstract: Novel compounds of the formula (I), in which D, W, X, Y, T and R1 are as defined in Patent Claim 1, are inhibitors of coagulation factor Xa and can be employed for the prophylaxis and/or therapy of thromboembolic diseases and for the treatment of tumors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of one of the formulas I to XXI; a pharmaceutical composition comprising at least one such compound; and the use of at least one such compound in preparing a drug to treat, in a subject, a genetic disease resulting from at least one splicing anomaly.

Abstract: Disclosed are N-aroyl cyclic amine derivatives having the formula: where the variables are as define herein, and their use as pharmaceuticals, specifically as orexin receptor antagonists.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 6-substituted isoquinoline derivatives having the general Formula I wherein X is O, S or NH; Y is OH or NH2; m is 0, 1 or 2; n is 0 or 1; o is 0 or 1; R1 is H, when Y is NH2; or R1 is H, (C1-4)alkyl or halogen, when Y is OH; R2 and R3 are independently H, (C1-4)alkyl or halogen; R4 is H or (C1-6)alkyl, optionally substituted with halogen, (C3-7)cycloalkyl, (C6-10)aryl or a saturated 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic ring comprising 1-3 heteroatoms independently selected from O, S and N, the (C6-10)aryl and heterocyclic ring being optionally substituted with (C1-4)alkyl, (C1-4)alkyloxy or halogen; R5 is H or (C1-4)alkyl; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, with the proviso that the compounds of Formula I wherein X is O, Y is OH , n is 0 and m+o=2 are excluded, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising the same, as well as to the use of said 6-substituted isoquinoline derivatives for the preparation of a medicament for the treatment of ROCK-I related disorders such as

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compounds for regulating or enhancing erthropoiesis and iron metabolism, and for treating or preventing iron deficiency and anemia of chronic disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides methods and medicaments for reducing blood pressure. Methods and medicaments for treating or preventing hypertension are also provided.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of formula (I): wherein R1, R2, G, m, n, p and q have values as described in the specification, useful as inhibitors of HDAC6. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds of the invention and methods of using the compositions in the treatment of proliferative, inflammatory, infectious, neurological or cardiovascular diseases or disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to farnesoid X receptors (FXR, NR1H4). FXR is a member of the nuclear receptor class of ligand-activate transcription factors. More particularly, the present invention relates to compounds useful as agonists for FXR, pharmaceutical formulations comprising such compounds, and therapeutic use of the same. Novel isoxazole compounds are disclosed as part of pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of a condition mediated by decreased FXR activity, such as obesity, diabetes, cholestatic liver disease, liver fibrosis, and metabolic syndrome.

Abstract: A method is disclosed for treating and inducing the regression of established atherosclerotic plaques. A method is disclosed for treating asthma, including treatment of an ongoing asthma attack. In both cases, treatment with PARP inhibitors, such as the PARP inhibitor TIQ-A (Thieno[2,3-c]isoquinolin-5-one), can lead to regression of existing disease and symptoms.

Abstract: The present invention is related to sulfonamide derivatives of Formula (Ia) where the groups are as defined in the description, and use thereof in particular for the treatment and/or prophylaxis of autoimmune disorders, inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular diseases, neurodegenerative diseases, cancer, respiratory diseases and fibrosis, including multiple sclerosis, arthritis, emphysema, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, liver and pulmonary fibrosis.

Abstract: This invention relates to prodrugs of caspase inhibitors comprising of a furo[3,2-d]oxazolin-5-one moiety which, under specific conditions, can convert into biologically active compounds, particularly caspase inhibitors. This invention also relates to the processes for preparing these prodrugs of caspase inhibitors. This invention further relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising said prodrugs and to the use thereof for the treatment of diseases related to inflammatory or degenerative conditions.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds according to the general formula (I), where the definitions of the substituents R1, R2, Ar and X are as specified in the description, and to their physiologically tolerated salts, methods for the preparation of these compounds and their use as medicaments. These compounds are poly(ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of sulfonyl-substituted 2-sulfonylaminobenzoic acid N-phenylamides of the formula I, wherein A and R1 to R6 have the meanings indicated in the claims, for treating pain and for manufacturing a medicament for the treatment of pain.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula I that modulate the activity of the G-protein-coupled receptor GPR119 and their uses in the treatment of diseases linked to the modulation of the G-protein-coupled receptor GPR119 in animals are described herein.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods and compounds for treating anemia of cancer. In particular, methods for treating anemia of cancer in a subject having cancer, and methods for increasing reticulocytes, increasing hemoglobin, increasing hematocrit, and increasing red blood cell count in subjects having anemia of cancer, wherein such subjects are refractory to treatment with recombinant human erythropoietin (EPO) are encompassed herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound derived from indole corresponding to the following formula II: wherein X represents N, CR8 or N+R8, wherein R8 represents a hydrogen atom, a hydroxyl or alkyl or methoxy group optionally substituted with a phenyl group; R2, R3 and R4 independently represent a hydrogen atom or a halogen atom or an optionally substituted alkyl, amine, alkene, ester, sulfonamide, ether or benzyl group; R5 represents a hydrogen atom or an optionally substituted, saturated or unsaturated alkyl group, amine, benzyl group; R6 represents an optionally substituted C1-C3 alkyl group; R7 represents a hydrogen atom or an optionally substituted C1-C3 alkyl group and R7 is absent when the ring A is in the b position, and A represents a ring; R9 and R10 represent together a carbon bond or independently represent an R11 OR11, SR11 group; wherein R11 represents a hydrogen atom, an optionally substituted, saturated or unsaturated, C1-C3 alkyl group, which may contain one or more sulfur, oxygen or

Abstract: Chemokine receptor antagonists, in particular, compounds of Formula (I) that act as antagonists of the chemokine CCR2 receptor, including pharmaceutical compositions and uses thereof to treat or prevent diseases associated with monocyte accumulation, lymphocyte accumulation or leukocyte accumulation are described herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to improved methods for treating anemia. Methods and compounds useful for treating anemia, wherein the anemia treatment is associated with a lower risk of thrombosis or hypertension compared to that observed with rhEPO therapy, are provided.