Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to anti-viral composition containing at least one zinc compound and at least one phenolic antioxidant (and optionally other ingredients such as at least one analgesic) at least one hydrocarbyl containing compound, and water. Another aspect of the invention relates to a method of treating lesionous symptoms of a viral infection involving applying an effective amount of the zinc containing anti-viral composition to the lesions.

Abstract: A method for treatment of neuropsychiatric symptoms or disorders emanating from primary brain or systemic impairments includes administration of an effective dose of a dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor to a human in need of such treatment. The preferred reuptake inhibitor is sibutramine.

Abstract: A method of treating symptoms linked to menopause in warm-blooded animals by administering to warm-blooded animals in need thereof an amount of a compound of the formula wherein the substituents are defined as in the application sufficient to treat said symptoms.

Abstract: The invention relates, in part, to making of making and using, and compositions comprising, racemic and stereomerically pure cyclobutylalkylamines, including hydroxylated sibutramine and hydroxylated metabolites of sibutramine. Methods of treating and preventing a variety of diseases and disorders are disclosed, as are pharmaceutical compositions and unit dosage forms that comprise compounds of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula I wherein R1 is —H, —OH, —O(C1-C4 alkyl) , —OCOC6H5, —OCO(C1-C6 alkyl), or —OSO2 (C4-C6 alkyl); R2 is —H, —OH, —O(C1-C4 alkyl), —OCOC6H5, —OCO(C1-C6 alkyl) or —OSO2 (C4-C6 alkyl); n is 2 or 3; and R3 is 1-piperidinyl, 1-pyrrolidinyl, methyl-1-pyrrolidinyl, dimethyl-1-pyrrolidinyl, 4-morpholino, dimethylamino, diethylamino, or 1-hexamethyleneimino; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. Compounds of formula I are useful in treating osteoporosis, cardiovascular related pathological conditions, and estrogen-dependent cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods of inducing ovulation in a female host comprising the administration of a non-polypeptide cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) level modulator to the female host. In another aspect, the invention provides for specific administration of the phosphodiesterase inhibitor prior to the luteal phase of the host's ovulatory cycle. Preferred non-polypeptide cAMP level modulator include phosphodiesterase inhibitors, particularly inhibitors of phosphodiesterase 4 isoforms.

Abstract: A regimen for the administration of tramadol for the treatment of analgesia is described. The regimen involves a slower initial titration rate of tramadol which results in a significantly lower percentage of discontinuations of therapy due to a lower incidence and severity of side effects.

Abstract: A compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in which R1 and R2 are independently H or methyl (for example N,N-dimethyl-1-[1-(4-chlorophenyl) cyclobutyl]-3-methylbutyl amine hydrochloride optionally in the form of its monohydrate) is used for decreasing platelet adhesiveness.

Abstract: A compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in which R1 and R2 are independently H or methyl, including individual enantiomers or racemates thereof, (for example N,N-dimethyl-1-[1-(4-chlorophenyl)cyclobutyl]-3-methylbutylamine hydrochloride optionally in the form of its monohydrate) is used for treating sleeping disorders including sleep apnoea and snoring.

Abstract: A compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in which R1 and R2 are independently H or methyl (for example N,N-dimethyl-1-[1-(4-chlorophenyl)cyclobutyl]-3-methylbutyl amine hydrochloride optionally in the form of its monohydrate) is used for treating eating disorders, such as anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, weight-gain after smoking cessation, snacking or binge eating.

Abstract: The present invention relates to methods and compositions comprising a very low dose of cyclobenzaprine or metabolite thereof for preventing and treating Generalized Anxiety Disorder. The present invention further relates to methods and compositions for treating and preventing symptoms associated with Generalized Anxiety Disorder using a very low dose of cyclobenzaprine.

Abstract: A compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in which R1 and R2 are independently H or methyl (for example N,N-dimethyl-1-[1-(4-chlorophenyl)cyclobutyl]-3-methylbutyl amine hydrochloride optionally in the form of its monohydrate), including individual enantiomers and racemates thereof, is used for treating anxiety disorders.

Abstract: A dosage form for intranasal and/or inhalation administration of an analgesic having low opioid receptor binding activity to a warm blooded animal, that includes a pharmaceutically effective amount of the analgesic. A preferred analgesic is tramadol, a tramadol and/or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, metabolite or derivative thereof. Methods of making and using the formulation according to the invention are also provided.

Abstract: Methods are disclosed for the treatment and prevention of disorders and conditions such as, but are not limited to: eating disorders; weight gain; obesity; irritable bowel syndrome; obsessive-compulsive disorders; platelet adhesion; apnea; affective disorders such as attention deficit disorders, depression, and anxiety; male and female sexual function disorders; restless leg syndrome; osteoarthritis; substance abuse including nicotine and cocaine addiction; narcolepsy; pain such as neuropathic pain, diabetic neuropathy, and chronic pain; migraines; cerebral function disorders; chronic disorders such as premenstrual syndrome; and incontinence.

Abstract: A method for the treatment of OCD in a mammal by administering to the mammal an effective amount of 1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane derivative of Formula I wherein R is hydrogen or methyl, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: A method for inducing cognition enhancement in a mammal by administering to the mammal an effective amount of 1,7,7-trimethylbicyclo[2.2.1]heptane derivative of Formula I wherein R is hydrogen or methyl, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to high purity (1R,2S,4R)-(−)-2-[(2′-{N,N-dimethylamino}-ethoxy)]-2-[phenyl]-1,7,7-tri-[methyl]-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof containing not more than 0.2% of (1R,3S,4R)-3-[(2′-{N,N-dimethylamino}-ethyl)]-1,7,7-tri-[methyl]-bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane-2-one and/or of a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof. Furthermore the invention is concerned with a process for the preparation of these compounds. Moreover the invention relates to medicaments containing 1 or more of these compounds and their use.

Abstract: An aryloxyaniline derivative represented by the formula: wherein Ar1 and Ar2 are each a substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group, pyridyl group or naphthyl group, R1 is a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, etc., X1 is a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group, etc., y1 is a branched or unbranched alkylene group having 1 to 6 carbon atoms or a single bond; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof can provide medicines having a high affinity for MDR, and therefore, exhibiting a therapeutic or preventive effect on anxiety, related diseases thereto, depression, etc.

Abstract: Novel amine derivatives having an excellent antimycotic effect represented by general formula (1) below and salts thereof are provided. [in the formula (1, R1 represents a C1-5 alkyl group which may be halogenated, R2 represents 4-(1,1-dimethylalkyl)benzyl group, 4-(1-methyl-phenylethyl)benzyl group, 1-or 2-naphthylmethyl group, or a hydrocarbon group having 3,3-dimethyl-1-butynyl group or a phenyl group at its terminal and 1 to 3 double bonds; R3 represents oxygen atom or a methylene group which may be substituted by a C1-4 alkyl group; and R4 represents 1-or 2 naphthyl group or a phenyl group which may be substituted.

Abstract: The invention relates to a compound of formula (I), wherein R is an alkyl unsubstituted by one or more polar substituents or an alkenyl unsubstituted or substituted by one or more polar substituents, and X is aryl, or salts thereof. The compounds are effective e.g. against protozoa and trematodes.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with the identification of compounds which increase the therapeutic index of chemotherapy drugs and which stimulate the growth of cancers, their use in the treatment of cancer and with certain novel compounds useful in such treatment.

Abstract: Derivatives of mutiline of formula (1A) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and derivatives thereof, in which R1 is ethyl or vinyl, Y is a carbamoyloxy group, in which the N-atom is unsubstituted, or mono- or di-substituted, are useful in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the use of compounds capable of displacing tritiated cis-N-cyclohexyl-N-ethyl [3-(3-chloro-4-cyclohexylphenyl)-allyl]amine from its receptors for the preparation of pharmaceutical compositions intended to combat cell proliferation.

Abstract: A compound of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in which R1 and R2 are independently H or methyl (for example N,N-dimethyl-1-[1-(4-chlorophenyl)cyclobutyl]-3-methylbutyl amine hydrochloride optionally in the form of its monohydrate) is used for treating osteoarthritis or gout.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula: where S and V are various organic or inorganic substituents; G and K are the same or different and represent N or CR′ where R′ is an organic or inorganic substituent; R is hydrogen or an alkyl group; R1, X, Y, Z and T are organic or inorganic substituents; and R2 and R3 represent hydrogen or organic substituents; or NR2R3 together represents a heterocyclic ring system; and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; which are highly selective partial agonists or antagonists at brain dopamine receptor subtypes and, thus, are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of affective disorders such as schizophrenia and depression as well as certain movement disorders such as Parkinsonism.

Abstract: The use of polymers containing &bgr;-hydroxyalkylvinylamine units, as obtainable by reacting polymers containing vinylamine units with epoxides of the formula in which R is C2-C28 alkyl, phenyl, C1-C18 alkylphenyl or C2-C18 alkenyl, as biocides.

Abstract: para-Aminomethylaryl carboxamides of Formula I are antagonists of VLA-4 and/or &agr;4&bgr;7, and as such are useful in the inhibition or prevention of cell adhesion and cell-adhesion mediated pathologies. These compounds may be formulated into pharmaceutical compositions and are suitable for use in the treatment of asthma, allergies, inflammation, multiple sclerosis, and other inflammatory and autoimmune disorders.

Abstract: Controlled cessation of heart beat during coronary bypass surgery and other cardiac surgeries on a beating heart improves surgical technique, and is achieved typically by electrical stimulation of the vagus nerve and administration of a combination of drugs.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), wherein [X] represents aromatic carbocyclic rings (A) and (B), where R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4, R.sub.5, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7 are as defined in the description, salts thereof, a method and intermediates for preparing same, the use thereof as drugs, and pharmaceutical compositions containing same, are disclosed.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I): ##STR1## wherein: Z.sub.1, Z.sub.2, Z.sub.3, Z.sub.4, which may be identical or different, represent a group as defined in the description,X represents oxygen, S(O).sub.p, --(CH.sub.2).sub.n -- or --CH.sub.2 --Y--CH.sub.2 -- wherein p, n and Y are as defined in the description,A represents ##STR2## wherein m, R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and G are as defined in the description, their isomers and addition salts thereof with a pharmaceutically-acceptable acid, and medicinal products containing the same are useful in the treatment of diseases like depression, panic attacks, obsessive compulsive disorders, phobias, impulsive disorders, drug abuse or anxiety.

Abstract: The new compound of Formula (I) and salts thereof possess valuable anxiolytic properties.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (1) ##STR1## are described wherein Y represents a halogen atom or a group --OR.sup.1, where R.sup.1 is an optionally substituted alkyl group; R.sup.2 represents an optionally substituted cycloalkyl or cycloalkenyl group; R.sup.3 is a monocyclic or bicyclic aryl group optionally containing one or more heteroatoms selected from oxygen or sulphur atoms or a group --N(R.sup.4)-- where R.sup.4 is a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group; X is --O--, --S--, or --N(R.sup.5)--, where R.sup.5 is a hydrogen or an alkyl group; with the proviso that when X is --O-- then R.sup.3 is not a 3-cyanamino-6-pyridazinyl or a 3-chloro-6-pyridazinyl group; and the salts, solvates, hydrates and N-oxides thereof.The compounds are selective and potent inhibitors of phosphodiesterase IV and are useful for the prophylaxis and treatment of inflammatory diseases and the alleviation of conditions associated with central nervous malfunction.

Abstract: Derivatives of mutiline of formula (1A) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and derivatives thereof, in which R.sup.1 is ethyl or vinyl, Y is a carbamoyloxy group, in which the N-atom is unsubstituted, or mono- or di-substituted, are useful in the treatment of bacterial infections.

Abstract: Nortriptyline functionalized compounds are provided for conjugation to antigenic compositions, particularly poly(amino acids), and enzymes. The antigenic conjugates are employed for the production of antibodies, which find use in immunoassays for the determination of nortriptyline in a sample, while the enzyme conjugates find use in an enzyme assay for the determination of nortriptyline in a sample.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an optically active, substituted phenylalkylamine derivative represented by Formula [1]: ##STR1## wherein A is a substituted or non-substituted phenyl or thienyl; X.sup.1 is hydrogen, halogen, hydroxyl or a substituted or non-substituted C.sub.1-5 alkoxy; R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are equally or differently hydrogen, C.sub.1-7 alkyl, C.sub.3-7 alkenyl or C.sub.3-7 alkynyl; R.sup.3 is C.sub.1-10 alkyl, C.sub.2-10 alkenyl or C.sub.2-10 alkynyl; n is an integer from 2 to 5; and m is an integer from 1 to 4,or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and pharmaceutical use of such compound or salt. The compound of the invention is excellent in sigma 1 receptor antagonism and useful for treating schizophrenia, depression, anxiety, cerebrovascular diseases/senile troublesome behaviors, and cognitive dysfunctions and motor dysfunctions such as Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease and Huntington's disease which are neurodegenerative diseases.

Abstract: Use of a combination of the squalene epoxidase inhibitor terbinafine and an azole 14-alpha-methyldemethylase inhibitor (fluconazole or itraconazole) in mycotic infections caused by azole-resistant fungal strains, and corresponding pharmaceutical compositions, process and method.

Abstract: The invention is novel analogs of 9-cis-retinoic acid which are useful for the treatment and prevention of coronary artery disease and to protect against premature atherosclerosis by increasing HDL levels. The invention includes processes for preparing the novel 9-cis-retinoic acid analogs.

Abstract: The invention provides a compound of formula I: ##STR1## or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof; pharmaceutical compositions containing a compound of formula I, and methods of using a compound of formula I for inhibiting bone loss or bone resorption, particularly osteoporosis, and cardiovascular-related pathological conditions including hyperlipidemia, and estrogen dependent cancer.

Abstract: Use of compounds of formula (I), wherein R has various significances, in free base form or in pharmaceutically acceptable salt form, as agents against H. pylori infection and associated diseases.

Abstract: The invention provides naphthofluorene compounds, intermediates, formulations, processes, and methods of inhibiting bone loss or bone resorption, particularly osteoporosis, cardiovascular-related pathological conditions, including hyperlipidemia, and estrogen-dependent cancer.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to the certain polyaryl-poly(ethylene glycol) compounds ("polyaryl-PEG" compounds) which are useful as soluble polyvalent supports in the preparation of combinatorial libraries of compounds. The resultant combinatorial libraries are useful in screening for biologically active moieties in the drug discovery process or in developing compounds with desired physical and chemical properties.

Abstract: The invention provides tetrahydrobenzo?a!fluorene compounds, formulations, and methods of inhibiting bone loss or bone resorption, particularly osteoporosis, and cardiovascular-related pathological conditions, including hyperlipidemia.

Abstract: The invention provides dihydronaphthofluorene compounds, formulations, and methods of inhibiting bone loss or bone resorption, particularly osteoporosis, and cardiovascular-related pathological conditions.

Abstract: Angiogenesis is a composite of regulated proliferation and regulated invasion occuring in a variety of normal and pathologic conditions. Compound 1 and related analogs are useful for inhibiting angiogenesis in a host and offer a novel approach to the treatment of cancer, diabetic retinopathy, hemangiomata, vasculidities and other diseases associated with angiogenesis.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof wherein: R.sup.1 to R.sup.9 are as defined herein and m is the integer 0 or 1.These compounds are beta 3 adrenergic receptor agonists and are useful, therefore for example, in the treatment of diabetes, obesity, gastrointestinal diseases and achalasia.

Abstract: This invention relates to a 1,2-ethanediol derivative and a salt thereof, a process for producing the same, and a cerebral function-improving agent comprising the same. The cerebral function-improving agent of this invention is useful for treating cerebrovascular dementia, senile dementia, Alzheimer's dementia, sequelae of ischemic encephalopathy and cerebral apoplexy.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for treating a mammal suffering from urinary bladder dysfunctions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for treating a mammal suffering from urinary bladder dysfunctions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel method for treating a mammal suffering from urinary bladder dysfunctions.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to improved pharmaceutical compositions employing paclitaxel that are formulated to increase stability and solubility. These improved formulations are useful in long-term, multi-day continuous infusion protocols, and have the advantage of reducing the number of infusion system breaks during the entire period of drug administration. Also disclosed are kits for use in preparing paclitaxel for long-term infusion and enhanced solubility.