Abstract: The invention relates to cyclopropylamine compounds, in particular the compounds of Formula (I), and their use in therapy, including e.g. in the treatment or prevention of cancer, a neurological disease or condition, or viral infection.

Abstract: Alkaloid aminoester compounds which act as muscarinic receptor antagonists are useful for the prevention and/or treatment of a broncho-obstructive or inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to compounds which can modulate G-protein coupled receptor 88, compositions comprising such compounds, and methods for modulating G-protein coupled receptor 88.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein m, A, B, C, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined herein. Also disclosed are methods of making the compounds and using the compounds for treatment of inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.

Abstract: Provided are methods of treating a cancer characterized by the presence of a mutant allele of IDH1 comprising administering to a subject in need thereof a compound described here.

Abstract: Compounds, methods and pharmaceutical compositions for treating viral infections, by administering certain novel compounds in therapeutically effective amounts are disclosed. Methods for preparing the compounds and methods of using the compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are also disclosed. In particular, the treatment and prophylaxis of viral infections such as caused by hemorrhagic fever viruses is disclosed, i.e., including but not limited to, Arenaviridae (Junin, Machupo, Guanarito, Sabia, Lassa, Tacaribe, and Pichinde), Filoviridae (Ebola and Marburg viruses), Flaviviridae (yellow fever, Omsk hemorrhagic fever and Kyasanur Forest disease viruses), and Bunyaviridae (Rift Valley fever).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of Formula I, or an isomer, pharmaceutically acceptable salt and solvate of the compound, and to a composition comprising the compound of Formula I, or the isomer, pharmaceutically acceptable salt and solvate thereof, and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, excipient or diluents. The present invention also relates to use of the compound of Formula I, or the isomer, pharmaceutically acceptable salt and solvate thereof for combating apoptosis, preventing or treating a disease or disorder associated with apoptosis; and especially use for protecting cardiomyocyte, and for preventing or treating a disease or disorder associated with cardiomyocyte apoptosis.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel amine derivatives, processes for preparing them, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use as pharmaceuticals as modulators of sphingosine-1-phosphate receptors.

Abstract: Screening methods for identifying compounds and compounds and pharmaceutical compositions for treating and preventing cancer are disclosed. The compounds affect signal transduction downstream of the MET receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula (I): or stereoisomers, tautomers, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates, or prodrugs thereof, wherein the variables A, L1, R3, and R11 are as defined herein. The compounds of Formula (I) are useful as selective inhibitors of serine protease enzymes of the coagulation cascade and/or contact activation system; for example thrombin, factor Xa, factor XIa, factor IXa, factor VIIa and/or plasma kallikrein. In particular, it relates to compounds that are selective factor XIa inhibitors. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and methods of treating thromboembolic and/or inflammatory disorders using the same.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 2-adamantylurea derivatives of formula I as selective inhibitors of the enzyme 11-beta-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase type 1 (11?-HSD1) and the use of such compounds for the treatment and prevention of metabolic syndrome, diabetes, insulin resistance, obesity, lipid disorders, glaucoma, osteoporosis, cognitive disorders, anxiety, depression, immune disorders, hypertension and other diseases and conditions.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to methods of using fatty acid amide hydrolase (FAAH) inhibitors to treat aspects of Parkinson's disease (PD), restless legs syndrome (RLS) and periodic limb movement disorder (PLMD), the use of FAAH inhibitors for the manufacture of medicaments for use in the treatment of PD, RLS and PLMD, as well as pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising FAAH inhibitors for use in the treatment of PD, RLS and PLMD.

Abstract: In one aspect, the present invention is directed to a dry, flowable and compressible composition, useful as a pharmaceutical excipient, which composition comprises a mixture of hydrophobic and hydrophilic poly(ethylene oxide)-polypropylene oxide)-poly(ethylene oxide) block copolymers, and which possesses a Carr index of less than about 20. In other aspects, the present invention is directed a pharmaceutical composition comprising such adjuvant and a pharmaceutically active ingredient; as well as to a method of making the compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel derivatives of 4-hydroxybutyric acid and prodrugs thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the foregoing. This invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating narcolepsy, fibromyalgia, other disorders or conditions that are beneficially treated by improving nocturnal sleep or by administering sodium oxybate.

Abstract: Embodiments disclosed herein generally relate to acamprosate formulations, methods of use of the formulations, to methods of using the formulations in combination with at least one other medication, and to combination products and compositions comprising the formulations and at least one other medication, such as neuroleptic (antipsychotic) and/or antidepressant drugs.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of formulas I, Ia, Ib, Ic, Id, Ie, and or salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of formulas I, Ia, Ib, Ic, Id, Ie, and a pharmaceutically acceptable excipient, methods of modulating the androgen receptor, methods of treating diseases beneficially treated by an androgen receptor modulator (e.g., sarcopenia, prostate cancer, contraception, type 2 diabetes related disorders or diseases, anemia, depression, and renal disease) and processes for making compounds of formulas I, Ia, Ib, Ic, Id, Ie, and intermediates useful in the preparation of same.

Abstract: Disclosed is a novel biaryl amide derivative represented by formula (1) and having an affinity for the aldosterone receptor; also disclosed is a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. (In the formula, A is any of the groups represented by formula (a); L is —CONH—, etc.; R1 is a substitutable aminosulfonyl group, etc.; R2 is a hydrogen atom, etc.; R3 is a hydrogen atom, etc.; R4 is a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, hydroxy group, a substitutable amino group, a substitutable C1-6 alkoxy group, a substitutable 4- to 7-membered cyclic amino group, etc.; R5a, R5b and R5c are each independently hydrogen atoms, etc.; R6 is a halogen atom, a cyano group, etc.; R7 and R8 are each independently a hydrogen atom, etc.; and m is an integer such as 0.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds, compositions and methods for treating various diseases, syndromes, conditions and disorders, including pain. Such compounds are represented by Formula I as follows: wherein Y, R1, R2, R3, R4, RA, and RB are defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to, among other things, methods for treating trigeminal cephalgias such as migraine and migraine like headaches and other cerebrovascular conditions associated with pain and or inflammation. When non-steroidal anti inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), such as ketoprofen, are applied locally using specific topical formulations immediate relief of pain is obtained. Intense pain is typically reduced to mild pain or no pain within 30 minutes of application of the topical formulation. The NSAID may be given in combination with other pharmacological agents, such as vasoconstrictors, opioids, decongestants and/or non-opioid migraine drugs, such as triptans and ergots and agents that affect serotonin receptors as agonists, antagonists or partial agonists.

Abstract: The present invention provides biaryl oxyacetic acid compounds which may be useful for treating inflammatory disorders, including disorders affecting the respiratory system and skin.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound having formula (I) wherein: R1 is chosen from the group consisting of: phenyl group, possibly substituted, —CH2—C6H4—R?1 group, R?1 being chosen from the group consisting of: H, —OH, halogen, alkyl, aryl, CHO, —CN, —NO2, —SR?, —OR?, —NR?R?, —CONR?R?, —COOR?, and —NHCOR?, R? and R? representing independently from each other H, an alkyl group or an aryl group, R?1 being preferably in para position, and —CH2—CO—R? group, R? representing an aryl or heteroaryl group, said aryl and heteroaryl groups being possibly substituted, R2 is chosen from the group consisting of: —OH and halogen, and R3, R4, R5 and R6 are in particular H, for its use for the prevention and/or the treatment of bacterial infections.

Abstract: The present invention is related to the preparation and pharmaceutical use of novel haloallylamine derivatives as SSAO/VAP-1 inhibitors having the structure of Formula I, as defined in the specification: (I). The invention also relates to methods of using invention compounds, or pharmaceutically acceptable salt or derivatives thereof, for the treatment of a variety of indications, e.g., inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: Provided are compounds which generally have a triketone structure. Examples of the compounds include derivatives of 1,3-cyclohexanedione, such as: 1,3-cyclohexanedione, 2-propanoyl-5-cyclohexyl-; 1,3-cyclohexanedione, 2-propanoyl-5-[4-fluorophenyl]-; 1,3-cyclohexanedione, 2-acetyl-5-[thien-2-yl]-; 1,3-cyclohexanedione, 2-acetyl-5-butyl-; and 1,3-cyclohexanedione, 2-propanoyl-5-[bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2-en-5-yl]-. The compounds can be used to alter the lifespan of eukaryotic organisms and treat inflammation.

Abstract: This invention discloses a series of novel propynoic acid carbamoyl methyl-amides (PACMAs), methods for synthesizing the PACMAs and pharmaceutical compositions containing the PACMAs. These novel compounds and compositions show cytotoxicity in cancer cells and are useful as lead compounds for anti-cancer drugs or pharmaceutical agents. This invention also discloses treatment methods that uses the PACMAs and pharmaceutical compositions as well as methods for promoting the release and nuclear localization of the transcription factor Nrf2.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) have antibacterial activity: wherein R represents hydrogen or 1, 2 or 3 optional substituents; W is ?C(R1)— or ?N—; R1 is hydrogen or an optional substituent and R2 is hydrogen, methyl, or fluorine; or R1 and R2 taken together are —CH2—, —CH2CH2—, —O—, or, in either orientation, —O—CH2— or —OCH2CH2—; R3 is a radical of formula -(Alk1)m-(Z)p-(Alk2)n-Q wherein m, p and n are independently 0 or 1, provided that at least one of m, p and n is 1, Z is —O—, —S—, —S(O)—, —S(O2)—, —NH—, —N(CH3)—, —N(CH2CH3)—, —C(?O)—, —O—(C?O)—, —C(?O)—O—, or an optionally substituted divalent monocyclic carbocyclic or heterocyclic radical having 3 to 6 ring atoms; or an optionally substituted divalent bicyclic heterocyclic radical having 5 to 10 ring atoms; Alk1 and Alk2 are optionally substituted C1-C6 alkylene, C2-C6 alkenylene, or C2-C6 alkynylene radicals, which may optionally terminate with or be interrupted by —O—, —S—, —S(O)—, —S(O2)—, —NH—, —N(CH3)—, or —N(CH2CH3)—; and Q is hydrogen, halogen, nit

Abstract: A composition for regenerative treatment of cartilage disease, which comprises a PDE4 inhibitor as an active ingredient, specifically a composition comprising a PDE4 inhibitor and a biocompatible and biodegradable polymer is provided, which composition, when formulated into a form suited to administer locally to affected cartilage region, such as microsphere preparation, can provide a pharmaceutical composition showing an excellent effect in regenerative treatment of cartilage.

Abstract: A compound represented by the general formula (C): (wherein R101 represents a substituted or unsubstituted aromatic heterocyclic group, R102, R103, R104 and R105 may be the same or different, and each represents a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, or a haloalkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, and R106 represents a hydrogen atom, or a saturated or unsaturated hydrocarbon group which is a straight or branched chain having 1 to 12 carbon atoms, but excluded is the case where R101 is a 3-furyl group, R102, R103, R104 and R105 are all methyl groups, and R106 is a methyl group, a 4-methyl-3-pentenyl group or a 4,8-dimethyl-3,7-nonadienyl group); or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof has selective inhibitory activity on hypoxic cell growth in a broad range of the concentration and therefore is useful as an active ingredient of a medicament for cancer prevention or treatment.

Abstract: A method of making a pharmaceutical tablet comprises (a) combining (i) an aqueous networked cellulose gel with (ii) filler and (iii) an active agent to form a mixture thereof; (b) casting the mixture to form a wet tablet; (c) drying the wet tablet to form a dry pharmaceutical tablet; and then (d) optionally coating the tablet (e.g., with an enteric coating). Pharmaceutical tablets produced by such methods are also described.

Abstract: The invention provides novel compositions and compounds that inhibit CatSper channel activity, that preferentially inhibits sperm hyperactivity over sperm motility, or both. The compounds of the invention are useful as contraceptive agents that may be adminstered to males, females, or concurrently to both sexual partners. The invention further provides methods of conducting drug discovery business and of conducting a reproductive medicine business. The invention also provides methods of identifying compounds that modulate sperm hypermotility.

Abstract: The present invention relates to cyclopentane heptenoic acid-5-cis-2-(3?-hydroxy or lower alkyloxy-5-thienylpentyl)-3, 5-dihydroxy, [1?, 2?, 3?, 5?] compounds, lower alkyl, hydroxyl lower alkyl and indole lower alkyl amides and esters thereof as potent ocular hypotensives that are particularly suited for the management of glaucoma.

Abstract: New uses of safinamide, safinamide derivatives and MAO-B inhibitors in novel types of treatment for Parkinson's Disease are described. More specifically, the invention relates to methods for treating Parkinson's Disease through the administration of safinamide, a safinamide derivative, or a MAO-B inhibitor, in combination with other Parkinson's Disease agents or treatments, such as levodopa/PDI or dopamine agonists.

Abstract: A mechanism of monoamine oxidases (MAOs) driven epithelium-to-mesenchymal transition (EMT) is disclosed. Also disclosed are methods for treating cancer by inhibiting or suppressing MAOs in cancer cells. Novel MAOs inhibitors, such as small molecules, siRNA, shRNA, antisense oligonucleotides, aptamers, decoys, and pharmaceutical compositions useful for treating cancer by disrupting the workings of MAOs are provided. In particular, a class of conjugates formed by covalently conjugating near infrared dye 783, IR-780, and MHI-148 to a MAO inhibitor, such as clorgyline, with and without encapsulation it in a nanoparticle is provided. Other aspects of the invention include methods for forming the nano-conjugates, method for monitoring treatment progress in a cancer patient by monitoring the changes in MAO activity, methods for screening patients who are at risk of cancer or differentiating different forms of cancer by assaying the level and location of MAO activity.

Abstract: This invention relates to a novel class of compounds which are cysteine protease inhibitors, including but not limited to, inhibitors of cathepsins K, L, S and B. These compounds are useful for treating diseases in which inhibition of bone resorption is indicated, such as osteoporosis.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound of the formulas (Ia) or (Ib) and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier which is useful in a medicine wherein the symbols, indices and substituents have the following meaning R1?H, CN, NO2, CF3, F, Cl, Br, I, CH3 R2?H, CN, NO2, CF3, F, Cl, Br, I, CH3, Et, n-Pr, i-Pr, n-Bu, t-Bu, phenyl, thienyl, furyl, thiazolyl and either R1 or R2 must be H R3?H, CN, NO2, CF3, F, Cl, Br, I, CH3, Et, n-Pr, i-Pr, n-Bu, t-Bu, phenyl, thienyl, furyl, thiazolyl then X is e.g. with R4 being H, CH3, CH2CH3 or and Y being or the pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters or amides and prodrugs of the above identified compounds of formulas (Ia) or (Ib). The compounds are 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 a compound represented by formula (I), which has a GPR120 agonist action and thus is useful for treatment of diabetes mellitus or hyperlipidemia, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. In the formula, (AA) represents a phenyl or the like, which may be substituted with a lower alkoxy group or the like; (BB) represents a divalent group or the like, derived by removal of two hydrogen atoms from a benzene which may be substituted with a halogen atom or the like; X represents a spacer having a main chain composed of 1-8 carbon atoms wherein 1-3 carbon atoms in the main chain may be substituted with an oxygen atom or the like; and Y represents a hydrogen atom or the like.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel 4-trimethylammoniobutyrates of the formula wherein A1, R1, m and n are as defined in the description and in the claims, as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. These compounds inhibit carnitine palmitoyl transferase (CPT) activity, in particular CPT2 activity, and can be used as medicaments.

Abstract: A compound of the formula is disclosed as an HIV protease inhibitor. Methods and compositions for inhibiting an HIV infection are also disclosed.

Abstract: There is provided a compound of formula I, wherein R1a, R1b, X, Y1, Y2, Y3, Y4, Z1, Z2, R2 and R3 have meanings given in the description, and pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof, which compounds are useful as selective agonists of the AT2 receptor, and thus, in particular, in the treatment of inter alia gastrointestinal conditions, such as dyspepsia, IBS and MOF, and cardiovascular disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to N-containing heterocyclic compounds that are inhibitors of protein kinases including JAK kinases. In particular, the compounds are selective for JAK1, JAK2, JAK3 or TYK2 kinases and combinations thereof such as JAK1 and JAK2. The kinase inhibitors can be used in the treatment of kinase associated diseases such as immunological and inflammatory diseases including organ transplants; hyperproliferative diseases including cancer and myeloproliferative diseases; viral diseases; metabolic diseases; and vascular diseases.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel derivatives of 4-hydroxybutyric acid and prodrugs thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the foregoing. This invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising a compound of this invention and the use of such compositions in methods of treating narcolepsy, fibromyalgia, other disorders or conditions that are beneficially treated by improving nocturnal sleep or by administering sodium oxybate.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula (I) wherein X, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined herein, which are useful for treating diseases which respond to CXCR2 receptor mediators. Pharmaceutical compositions that contain the compounds and processes for preparing the compounds are also described.

Abstract: The instant invention relates to a combination, particularly a synergistic combination, of an alpha-2-delta ligand and a dual serotonin-noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (DSNRI) or one or both of a selective serotonin re-uptake inhibitor (SSRI) and a selective noradrenaline re-uptake inhibitor (SNRI), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions thereof and their use in the treatment of pain, particularly neuropathic pain.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a class of compounds, including the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds, having the structure of formula I: as defined in the specification. The invention is also directed to compositions containing and uses of the compounds of formula I.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for stabilizing rotigotine, the method comprising providing a solid dispersion comprising polyvinylpyrrolidone and a non-crystalline form of rotigotine, wherein the weight ratio of rotigotine to polyvinylpyrrolidone is in a range from about 9:3.5 to about 9:6. The present invention also relates to a solid dispersion comprising a dispersing agent and a dispersed phase, said dispersed phase comprising rotigotine and polyvinylpyrrolidone, wherein the weight ratio of rotigotine to polyvinylpyrrolidone is in a range from about 9:3.5 to about 9:6, a pharmaceutical composition comprising such a solid dispersion, in particular a transdermal therapeutic system, as well as a method for the preparation thereof.

Abstract: A method of reducing virulence in a bacterium comprising at least one of a GacS/GacA-type system, a HrpX/HrpY-type system, a T3SS-type system, and a Rsm-type system, the method comprising contacting the bacterium with an effective amount of a compound described herein.

Abstract: The present invention provides substituted di-, tri-, tetra- and penta-sulfide compounds and compositions, and methods of using the same for the treatment and/or prevention of a cell proliferative disorder. The present invention also provides methods for preparing trisulfide compounds and compositions.

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 present invention embraces methods for identifying compounds that modulate the activity of telomerase. Compounds of the invention are identified by designing or screening for a compound which binds to at least one amino acid residue of the TRBD, “thumb,” “finger,” and/or “palm” domain; or FP-pocket, PT-pocket or Th-pocket of telomerase and testing the compound for its ability to modulate the activity of telomerase. Compounds selected for interacting with the T-pocket or Fingers-Palm pocket of telomerase are also provided.

Abstract: A biguanide derivative compound with N4-N5 substitution, which is represented by Formula 1, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, a method of preparing the same, and a pharmaceutical composition containing the same as an active ingredient are provided. The biguanide derivative may exhibit excellent effect on activation of AMPK and inhibition of cancer cell proliferation in a low dose, compared with conventional drugs, and thus, may be useful to treat diabetes mellitus, obesity, hyperlipidemia, hypercholesterolemia, fatty liver, coronary artery disease, osteoporosis, polycystic ovarian syndrome, metabolic syndrome, cancer, etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain bisamide derivatives of formula (I), to processes and intermediates for preparing them, to insecticidal, acaricidal, nematicidal or molluscicidal compositions comprising them and to methods of using them to combat and control insect, acarine, nematode or mollusc pests compounds.