Abstract: The present invention is directed to pyrrolidine compounds of the formula I: (wherein R1, R2, R3, R4c, R4d, and R4f are defined herein) which are useful as modulators of chemokine receptor activity. In particular, these compounds are useful as modulators of the chemokine receptors CCR-3 and/or CCR-5.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of polycyclic 2-aminothiazole systems and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives for the treatment of obesity. The treatment involves administration of a compound of formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and of their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives.

Abstract: 8,8a-Dihydroindeno[1,2-d]thiazole derivatives which carry in the 2-position a substituent having a sulfonamide structure or sulfone structure; processes for their preparation and their use as medicaments The invention relates to polycyclic dihydrothiazoles and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Compounds of formula I, in which the radicals are as defined above, and their physiologically acceptable salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: 8,8a-Dihydroindeno[1,2-d]thiazole derivatives which carry in the 2-position a substituent having a sulfonamide structure or sulfone structure; processes for their preparation and their use as medicaments

Abstract: This invention is directed to methods, pharmaceutical compositions and kits comprising an aldose reductase inhibitor (ARI), a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said ARI or said prodrug and a selective COX-2 inhibitor, a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said selective COX-2 inhibitor or said prodrug. This invention further relates to methods of using those pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of diabetic complications such as diabetic neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy, diabetic retinopathy, myocardial infarction, cataracts and diabetic cardiomyopathy.

Abstract: The invention relates to a novel anilide compound and a pharmaceutical composition comprising the same.

Abstract: This invention is directed to methods, pharmaceutical compositions and kits comprising an aldose reductase inhibitor (ARI), a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said ARI or said prodrug and a selective COX-2 inhibitor, a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said selective COX-2 inhibitor or said prodrug. This invention further relates to methods of using those pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of diabetic complications such as diabetic neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy, diabetic retinopathy and diabetic cardiomyopathy.

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted 8,8a-dihydro-3aH-indeno[1,2-d]thiazoles and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Compounds of formula I, in which the radicals are as defined above, and their physiologically acceptable salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a method for repelling insects, mites and ticks from warm-blooded animals with a benzazole compound.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic dihydrothiazoles and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Compounds of formula I, in which the radicals are as defined above, and their physiologically acceptable salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 12,13-position modified epothilone derivatives, methods of preparation of the derivatives and intermediates therefor.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I): 1

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic dihydrothiazoles and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives.

Abstract: A novel class of imidazo heterocyclic compounds, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and use thereof in the treatment and/or prevention of diseases and disorders related to the histamine H3 receptor. More particularly, the compounds are useful for the treatment and/or prevention of diseases and disorders in which an interaction with the histamine H3 receptor is beneficial.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): wherein X is N, CH, CCF3, or C(C1-12 aliphatic); R4 is sulfonic acid, C1-12 aliphatic-sulfonyl, sulfonyl-C1-12 aliphatic, C1-12 aliphatic-sulfonyl-C1-6 aliphatic, C1-6 aliphatic-amino, R7-sulfonyl, R7 sulfonyl-C1-12 aliphatic, R7-aminosulfonyl, R7-aminosulfonyl-C1-12 aliphatic, R7-sulfonylamino, R7-sulfonylamino-C1-12 aliphatic, aminosulfonylamino, di-C1-12 aliphatic amino, di-C1-12 aliphatic aminocarbonyl, di-C1-12 aliphatic aminosulfonyl, di-C1-12 aliphatic amino, di-C1-12 aliphatic aminocarbonyl, di-C1-12 aliphatic aminosulfonyl-C1-12 aliphatic, (R8)1-3-Arylamino, (R8)1-3-Arylsulfonyl, (R8)1-3-Aryl-aminosulfonyl, (R8)1-3-Aryl-sulfonylamino, Het-amino, Het-sulfonyl, Het-aminosulfonyl, aminoiminoamino, or aminoiminoaminosulfonyl, R5 is hydrogen; and further wherein R4 and R5 are optionally joined to form a fused ring, pharmaceutical formulations comprising them and their use in therapy, especially in the treatment of diseases mediated by CDK2 activity, such as alopecia induced by ca

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic dihydrothiazoles, and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives. The compounds are according to formula I: in which the radicals have the meanings indicated, and their physiologically acceptable salts and process for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, for use as anorectics.

Abstract: This invention is directed to methods, pharmaceutical compositions and kits comprising an aldose reductase inhibitor (ARI), a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said ARI or said prodrug and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI), a prodrug thereof or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of said SSRI or said prodrug. This invention further relates to methods of using those pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of diabetic complications such as diabetic neuropathy, diabetic nephropathy, diabetic retinopathy, myocardial infarction, cataracts and diabetic cardiomyopathy.

Abstract: A sulfonyl divalent aromatic or heteroaromatic ring hydroxamic acid compound that inter alia inhibits matrix metalloprotease activity is disclosed as are a treatment process that comprises administering a contemplated sulfonyl divalent aromatic or heteroaromatic ring hydroxamic acid compound in a MMP enzyme-inhibiting effective amount to a host having a condition associated with pathological matrix metalloprotease activity.

Abstract: A compound represented by the formula: 1

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to novel substituted oxindole compounds and compositions. Such compounds and compositions have utility as pharmacological agents in treating diseases or conditions alleviated by the inhibition or antagonism of protein kinase activated signalling pathways. In particular, the present invention relates to a series of substituted oxindole compounds, which exhibit protein tyrosine kinase and protein serine/threonine kinase inhibition, and which are useful in inhibiting tumor growth via inhibition of such kinases as well as protecting a patient undergoing chemotherapy from chemotherapy induced alopecia.

Abstract: 8,8a-Dihydroindeno[1,2-d]thiazole derivatives which carry in the 2-position a substituent having a sulfonamide structure or sulfone structure; processes for their preparation and their use as medicaments The invention relates to polycyclic dihydrothiazoles and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Compounds of formula I, in which the radicals are as defined above, and their physiologically acceptable salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to novel amine substituted oxindole compounds and compositions. Such compounds and compositions have utility as pharmacological agents in treating diseases or conditions alleviated by the inhibition or antagonism of protein kinase activated signalling pathways in general, and in particular in the pathological processes which involve aberrant cellular proliferation, such as tumor growth. In particular, the present invention relates to a series of substituted oxindole compounds, which exhibit protein tyrosine kinase and protein serine/threonine kinase inhibition, and which are useful in inhibiting tumor growth via inhibition of tumor-related angiogenesis.

Abstract: The therapeutic use of temporary p53 inhibitors in the treatment of p53-mediated diseases, conditions, and injuries is disclosed.

Abstract: The therapeutic use of temporary p53 inhibitors in the treatment of p53-mediated diseases, conditions, and injuries is disclosed.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) wherein X is a —CONHOH group and the R groups are defined in the claims. The compounds are inhibitors of matrix metalloproteinases involved in tissue degradation and inhibitors of the release of tumour necrosis factor from cells.

Abstract: The invention relates to the use of polycyclic thiazole systems and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives for the treatment of obesity. The treatment involves administration of a compound of formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and of their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives.

Abstract: Disclosed are methods of reducing serum uric acid levels, the methods comprising administration of substituted indolealkanoic acids to patients in need of such treatment. Also disclosed are such compounds useful in the treatment of gout and related diseases. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds.

Abstract: This invention provides substituted compounds of the general formulae: 1

Abstract: 8,8a-Dihydroindeno[1,2-d]thiazole derivatives which carry in the 2-position a substituent having a sulfonamide structure or sulfone structure; processes for their preparation and their use as medicaments

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted 8,8a-dihydro-3aH-indeno[1,2-d]thiazoles and to their physiologically acceptable salts and physiologically functional derivatives.

Abstract: This invention is directed to indole and benzothiazole compounds which are selective for cloned human alpha 2 receptors. This invention is also related to uses of these compounds for any indication where use of an alpha 2 agonist may be appropriate. Specifically, this includes use as analgesic, sedative and anaesthetic agents. In addition, this invention includes using such compounds for lowering intraocular pressure, presbyopia, treating migraine, hypertension, alcohol withdrawal, drug addiction, rheumatoid arthritis, ischemic pain, spasticity, diarrhea, nasal decongestion, urinary incontinence as well as for use as cognition enhancers and ocular vasoconstriction agents. The invention further provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of the above-defined compounds and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Polycyclic dihydrothiazoles, processes for their preparation, and their pharmaceutical uses are provided. Preferred compounds are represented by the formula I wherein the radicals may have various meanings. The compounds are particularly useful as anorectics.

Abstract: The invention relates to 2-aminothiazol-fused 2-aminoindans and 2-aminotetralins having general formula (1): wherein R1 and R2, which may be identical or different, are selected from the group consisting of a hydrogen atom, alkyl or haloalkyl groups of 1 to 7 carbon atoms, (alkyl)cycloalkyl groups of 3 to 7 carbon atoms, alkenyl or alkynyl groups of 3 to 6 carbon atoms, arylalkyl having 1 to 3 carbon atoms in the alkyl moiety, while the aryl nucleus may be substituted; and n and m are 1 or 2; and the enantiomers and the acid addition salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the preparation of medicaments having an effect on the dopaminergic system of the central nervous system and/or the circulation.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines of the formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and their physiologically tolerated salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example as anorectics and in the treatment or prophylaxis of type II diabetes.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines of the formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and their physiologically tolerated salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example as anorectics and in the treatment or prophylaxis of type II diabetes.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives.

Abstract: Compounds of general formula (I) wherein: R1 is H or optionally joined with R2 to form a fused ring selected from the group consisting of five to ten membered aryl, heteroaryl or heterocyclyl rings, R2 and R3 are independently H, HET, aryl, C1-12 aliphatic, CN, NO2, halogen, R10, —OR10, —SR10, —S(O)R10, —SO2R10, —NR10R11, —NR11R12, —NR12COR11, —NR12CO2R11, —NR12CONR11R12, —NO12SO2R11, —NR12C(NR 12)NHR11, —COR11, —CO2R11, —CONR12R11, —SO2NR12R11, —OCONR12R11, C(NR12)NR12R11, R6 and R7 are independently halogen, CN, NO2, —CONR10R11, —SO2NR10R11, —NR10R11, or —OR11, where R10 and R11 are as defined below; R8 is OH, NHSO2R12 or NHCOCF3; and their use in therapy, especially in the treatment of disorders mediated by cRaf1 kinase.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I 1

Abstract: The invention concerns the therapeutic use of tricyclic salts and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts having the general formula: in which: A is either a sulfur atom, an oxygen atom, or an R3N radical where R3 is a hydrogen atom, a C1-C5 alkyl radical, or a substituted or unsubstituted aromatic ring, or a substituted or unsubstituted heteroaromatic ring. R1 is either a C1-C5 alkyl radical, or an R4NH radical where R4 is a hydrogen atom, a C1-C5 alkyl radical, or a substituted or unsubstituted aromatic ring, or a substituted or unsubstituted heteroaromatic ring, or an aromatic ring that may or may not be substituted by one or more acceptor or donor groups, or a heteroaromatic ring having one or more heteroatoms, which may or may not be substituted by acceptor or donor groups.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic 2-aminothiazole systems and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives. The polycyclic 2-aminothiazole systems are according to formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and their physiologically tolerated salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to pyrrolidine compounds of the formula I: (wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R14 and n are defined herein) which are useful as modulators of chemokine receptor activity. In particular, these compounds are useful as modulators of the chemokine receptors CCR-5 and/or CCR-3.

Abstract: A compound of the formula: wherein R1 is H or a substituent; m is 1-3; Ar is an aromatic group which may be substituted; X is a bond or a divalent straight-chain group having 1-6 atoms which may be substituted; Y is —S—, —O—, or —N(R2— (R2 is H or a substituent group), Z is —N═ or —C(R3)═ (R3 is H or a hydrocarbon group), ring A is a benzene ring; ring B is a 5- to 7-membered ring which may be substituted, or a salt thereof is useful for eliciting a prostaglandin I2 receptor agonistic effect.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclc 2-aminodihydrothiazole systems and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Compounds of the formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and their physiologically tolerated salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines of the formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and their physiologically tolerated salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example as anorectics and in the treatment or prophylaxis of type II diabetes.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel 4,5-azolo-oxindoles having the formula These compounds inhibit cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs), in particular CDK2. Thus, these compounds and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, and *prodrugs of said compounds, are anti-proliferative agents useful in the treatment or control of cell proliferative disorders, in particular cancer. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and methods for the treatment and/or prevention of cancer, particularly in the treatment or control of solid tumors using these compounds, as well as intermediates useful in the preparation of compounds of formula I.

Abstract: The invention relates to polycyclic thiazole systems and their physiologically tolerated salts and physiologically functional derivatives. Compounds of the formula I, in which the radicals have the stated meanings, and their physiologically tolerated salts and processes for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: A method for treating or preventing mastitis in mammals is disclosed. The method contemplates the intramammary injection or dipping the teat with micrococcin antibiotics, preferably micrococcin P1 or P2, which do not interfere with the production of cheese and yoghurt using milk from treated animals. Hydrophobic antibiotics such as micrococcin P1 or P2 can be administered prior to infection to effectively suppress the rate, severity, and duration of subsequent bacterial infection, or can be administered subsequent to infection to effectively treat mastitis.

Abstract: Polycyclic thiazolidin-2-ylidene amines and their physiologically tolerable salts and physiologically functional derivatives of the formula I ##STR1## in which the radicals have the meanings indicated, and their physiologically tolerable salts and a process for their preparation are described. The compounds are suitable, for example, as anorectics.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel 4,5-azolo-oxindoles having the formula ##STR1## These compounds inhibit cyclin-dependent kinases (CDKs), in particular CDK2. Thus, these compounds and their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, and prodrugs of said compounds, are anti-proliferative agents useful in the treatment or control of cell proliferative disorders, in particular cancer. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and methods for the treatment and/or prevention of cancer, particularly in the treatment or control of solid tumors using these compounds, as well as intermediates useful in the preparation of compounds of formula I.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel crop-protecting active ingredient mixtures having synergistically enhanced action, comprising at least two active ingredient components together with a suitable carrier, wherein component I is1-[[2-(2,4-dichorophenyl)-4-propyl-1,3-dioxolan-2-yl]methyl]-1H-1,2,4-triaz ole ("propiconazole")and component II is5-methyl-1,2,4-triazolo[3,4-b][1,3]benzothiazole ("tricyclazole");or in each case a salt or metal complex thereof.