Abstract: The present invention relates to treatment of a condition associated with hyperinsulinaemia using the compounds described herein.

Abstract: The invention features compositions and methods for treating or preventing a neoplasia. More specifically, the invention provides compositions and methods for disrupting the interaction of a BET family polypeptide comprising a bromodomain with chromatin (e.g., disrupting a bromodomain interaction with an acetyl-lysine modification present on a histone N-terminal tail).

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of the Formula (I) and (II), and salts thereof, wherein L1, L2, A, B, Z, and RO are as defined herein. The present invention also provides synthetic intermediates, methods of preparation and use, and kits comprising such compounds. Such compounds, when bound to a label or probe (B), may be useful in various assays for identifying bromodomain binding agents, for example, specific for the BET-family of bromodomains.

Abstract: The invention features compositions and methods for treating or preventing a neoplasia. More specifically, the invention provides compositions and methods for disrupting the interaction of a BET family polypeptide comprising a bromodomain with chromatin (e.g., disrupting a bromodomain interaction with an acetyl-lysine modification present on a histone N-terminal tail).

Abstract: The invention relates to 6H-thieno[3,2-f][1,2,4]triazolo[4,3-a][1,4]diazepines, in particular for therapeutic purposes, pharmaceutical agents and use thereof in therapy, in particular for the prevention and treatment of tumour diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds useful as inhibitors of bromodomain-containing proteins. The invention also provides pharmaceutically acceptable compositions comprising compounds of the present invention and methods of using said compositions in the treatment of various disorders.

Abstract: The invention relates to new thienotriazolodiazepine derivatives of the formula (1) wherein R1 is CH3, R2 is CH3 or —(CH2)n—R4 or —(CH2)n—O—R4 or —(CH2)n—S—R4 wherein n is 1, 2, 3 or 4 and R4 is CH3, CH2CH3 or CH2CH2OCH3, and R3 is hydrogen or —OCH2O— or —OCH2CH2O— connected to the ortho/meta position or meta/para position of the phenyl ring; or wherein R1 and R2 are hydrogen and R3 is —OCH2O— Or —OCH2CH2O— connected to the ortho/meta position or meta/para position of the phenyl ring; and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. These compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing them are useful in the treatment and prevention of atherosclerotic artery diseases, such as myocardial infarction and stroke, and of Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The invention provides compositions comprising an effective amount of an agent that inhibits a BET protein (e.g., Brd2, Brd3, Brd4), and methods of using such compositions for treating or preventing metabolic syndrome, obesity, type II diabetes, insulin resistance, and related disorders characterized by undesirable alterations in metabolism or fat accumulation.

Abstract: The invention features compositions and methods for treating or preventing a neoplasia. More specifically, the invention provides compositions and methods for disrupting the interaction of a BET family polypeptide comprising a bromodomain with chromatin (e.g., disrupting a bromodomain interaction with an acetyl-lysine modification present on a histone N-terminal tail).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel antitumor agent containing a compound that inhibits binding between acetylated histone and a bromodomain-containing protein, preferably a thienotriazolodiazepine compound represented by the following formula (I) wherein each symbol is as defined in the description, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or a hydrate or solvate as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by histamine-3 receptor ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions of compounds of formula (I), methods for using such compounds and compositions, and a process for preparing the compounds.

Abstract: Benzodiazepine compounds of formula (I) and salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds and their use in therapy.

Abstract: An improved process for preparation of triazol-benzodiazepine derivatives, such as alprazolam, triazolam, brotizolam and etizolam, is presented. The process comprises a cyclization reaction of compound Formula B in toluene with catalytic amount of p-toluene sulphonic acid to obtain the triazol-benzodiazepine derivative of Formula C: wherein R is, and X is hydrogen or halogen.

Abstract: A thienotriazolodiazepine compound of the following formula (I) a pharmaceutical agent containing the compound as an active ingredient, and a production intermediate and a production method of the thienotriazolodiazepine compound. Since this compound has an inhibitory action on costimulatory signal from CD28 on T cell, it is useful for the prophylaxis or suppression of rejection reaction in transplantation of organ or bone marrow and the like, and the prophylaxis or treatment of autoimmune diseases or allergic diseases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel Tricyclic Heterocycle Derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions comprising the Tricyclic Heterocycle Derivatives and the use of these compounds for treating or preventing allergy, an allergy-induced airway response, congestion, a cardiovascular disease, an inflammatory disease, a gastrointestinal disorder, a neurological disorder, a metabolic disorder, obesity or an obesity-related disorder, diabetes, a diabetic complication, impaired glucose tolerance or impaired fasting glucose. R1 is formula (Ia), (Ib) or (Ic); R2 is alkvl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, heteroaryl, cycloalkyl or heterocycloalkyl. any of which can be optionally substituted with R11; M1 is —CH—. —C(halo)- or —N—; Y is —C(O)—, —S—. —S(O)—, —S(O)2—, —CH2— or —O—, such that Y is not —O— when an adjacent atom is N.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a novel antitumor agent containing a compound that inhibits binding between acetylated histone and a bromodomain-containing protein, preferably a thienotriazolodiazepine compound represented by the following formula (I) wherein each symbol is as defined in the description, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or a hydrate or solvate as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Use of a precursor of an n-dopant for doping an organic semiconductive material, as a blocking layer, as a charge injection layer, as an electrode material, as a storage material or as a semiconductor material itself in electronic or optoelectronic components, the precursor being selected from the following formulae 1-3c:

Abstract: The present invention provides compositions and methods of using stereospecific benzodiazepine derivatives, their salts and prodrugs for the treatment of anxiolytic or convulsant disorders having the side effects of reduced alcohol craving in human alcoholics and a concomitant reduced sedative, hypnotic, muscle relaxant and ataxic side-effects. The invention further provides pharmaceutical compositions for treatment of anxiolytic and convulsant disorders in subjects in need thereof, comprising a compound, prodrug or a salt having a chemical structure represented by any one of Formula I-XXI and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier.

Abstract: An improved process for preparation of triazol-benzodiazepine derivatives, such as alprazolam, triazolam, brotizolam and etizolam, is presented. The process comprises a cyclization reaction of compound Formula B in toluene with catalytic amount of p-toluene sulphonic acid to obtain the triazol-benzodiazepine derivative of Formula C: wherein R is, and X is hydrogen or halogen.

Abstract: Novel compounds according to general formula 1, wherein G1 is NR5R6 or a fused polycyclic group that are specific OT receptor agonists and/or V1a receptor antagonists. Pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds are useful in the treatment of, inter alia, primary dysmenorrhoea.

Abstract: Orally active benzodiazepine derivatives and their salts are disclosed. These compounds and their salts have anxiolytic and anticonvulsant activity with reduced sedative/hypnotic/muscle relaxant/ataxic effects.

Abstract: An improved process for preparing 6-aryl-4H-s-triazolo[3,4-c]-thieno[2,3-e]-1,4-diazepines of formula I, wherein: R1 is a hydrogen or halogen atom or a C1-C6 alkyl group, R2 is a hydrogen or halogen atom or a C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 hydroxyalkyl, C3-C6 cycloalkyl group or a 5- or 6-membered oxygen-, sulphur- or nitrogen-containing heterocyclic group which may optionally be substituted at the nitrogen atom by a C1-C3 alkyl group, and R3 is a hydrogen or halogen atom.

Abstract: Novel N-heterocyclic bicyclic lactone compounds of formula I and its novel hydroxyamide precursors of formula IV, 1

Abstract: A process of preparing a compound of Formula I 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to the compound 2-ethyl-10-(4-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-4H-thieno[2,3-b][l,5]benzodiazepine and its use as is or in substantially pure form in the treatment of CNS disorders including schizophrenia and bipolar disorder. The compound is prepared by reacting a substituted thiophene compound with 2-fluoronitrobenzene to form, after ring closure and reaction with N-methylpiperazine, the title compound. The compound is then purified to substantially pure form and is useful as an antipsychotic. The compound may also be combined with other active ingredients including HMG CoA reductase inhibitors such as lovastatin or simvastatin and/or antidepressants such as fluxoetine or other SSRIs to form medically useful combination products useful in treating psychotic conditions and depression while also preventing any rise beyond the normal range of cholesterol levels in any subset of patients that might develop such a condition.

Abstract: An isomer, enantiomer, diastereoisomer, or tautomer of a compound, represented by formula I: 1

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds which inhibit &bgr;-amyloid peptide release and/or its synthesis, and, accordingly, have utility in treating Alzheimer's disease. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions that include a compound which inhibits &bgr;-amyloid peptide release and/or its synthesis as well as methods for treating Alzheimer's disease both prophylactically and therapeutically with such pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: An improved process for preparing 6-aryl-4H-s-triazolo[3,4-c]-thieno[2,3-e]-1,4-diazepines of formula I, 1

Abstract: Disclosed are thiazolobenzoheterocycles of the general formula Including their isomers, racemates, enantioners and salts thereof, as well as processes for preparing these compounds and medicaments containing them.

Abstract: The invention concerns compounds of formula (I), in which R1, R2, R3 and R4 mean hydrogen or different substituents; X means hydrogen or halogen; Y means C1-6 alkoxy or X and Y together mean —O—(CH2)n—O—; n means 1, 2 or 3; and A together with nitrogen forms a saturated or unsaturated five-member heterocycle which can contain between 1 and 3 nitrogen atoms and/or an oxygen atom and/or one or two carbonyl groups. Owing to their non-competitive inhibiting of the AMPA receptors, these compounds can be used as medicaments for treating diseases of the central nervous system.

Abstract: There are provided novel compounds of formula (I) ##STR1## wherein X, R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 are as defined in the specification and optical isomers and racemates thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; together with processes for their preparation, compositions containing them and their use in therapy.

Abstract: Novel compounds of the following general formula or salts thereof. ##STR1## wherein Ring M is a heterocyclic ring having --N.dbd.C<, --CO--N< or --CS--N< as the partial structure --X . . . Y<; R.sup.a and R.sup.b are bonded to each other to form Ring A, or they are the same or different and represent, independently, a hydrogen atom or a substituent on the Ring M; Ring A and Ring B represent, independently, an optionally substituted homocyclic or heterocyclic ring, and at least one of them is optionally substituted heterocyclic ring; Ring C is optionally substituted homocyclic or heterocyclic ring; Ring Z is an optionally substituted ring; and n represents an integer of from 1 to 6, or a salt thereof, which has an excellent tachykinin receptor antagonistic effect, and their production, and pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Thienylazole compounds (I) and thienotriazolodiazepine compounds (II) of the formulas ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are hydrogen, halogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 alkyl and the like; --A.dbd.B-- is --N.dbd.N-- and the like; R.sup.3 and R.sup.19 are hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.5 alkyl and the like; Y is --NHCO--, --NHCONH--, --NHCOO-- and the like; Z.sup.1 and Z.sup.2 are aryl, heteroaryl and the like; Ar is halogen-substituted phenyl and the like; and m is 0 or an integer of 1-5.The compounds of the present invention have CCK antagonistic action and gastrin antagonistic action, particularly potent antagonistic action against CCK-A receptor, and are useful as agents for the prophylaxis and treatment of central and peripheral nervous system diseases (e.g., anxiety, schizophrenia, and the like) and digestive diseases (e.g., pancreatitis, gastric ulcer, enterelcosis, irritable bowel syndrome, constipation, and the like).

Abstract: A therapeutic agent for osteoporosis, comprising an azepine compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient, a method for treating osteoporosis comprising administering said compound and a use of said compound for the production of a therapeutic agent for osteoporosis. The compounds of the formula (I) have superior bone resorption-inhibitory activity and act to reduce the increased amount of calcium in blood serum, which is caused by bone resorption.

Abstract: Tricyclic diazepines of the formula: ##STR1## wherein A, B, D, E, F, Y and Z are defined in the specification which compounds have vasopressin and oxytocin antagonist activity.

Abstract: N-(4-(4-chlorophenyl)-2,3,9-trimethyl-6H-thieno ?3,2-f!?1,2,4!triazolo?4,3-a!?1,4!diazepin-6-yl )-N'- (2-methoxyphenyl)urea, optical isomers thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The compounds of the present invention strongly and selectively inhibit the expression of VCAM-1 and have an inhibitory effect on leukocyte adhesion to vascular endothelial cells. Accordingly, the compounds of the present invention can be used as cell adhesion inhibitors for prophylaxis or treatment of various diseases in which cell adhesion is involved in the onset and progress thereof.

Abstract: Thienotriazolodiazepine compounds of the formula (1) ##STR1## wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and pharmaceutical use thereof. The compounds of the present invention are useful as preventive and therapeutic drugs for inflammatory diseases and allergic diseases, in which cell adhesion is involved.

Abstract: Compounds of structures (I) and (Ia) are Class III antiarrhythmic agents ##STR1##

Abstract: A therapeutic agent for osteoporosis, comprising an azepine compound of the formula ##STR1## wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof as an active ingredient, a method for treating osteoporosis comprising administering said compound and a use of said compound for the production of a therapeutic agent for osteoporosis. The compounds of the formula (I) have superior bone resorption-inhibitory activity and act to reduce the increased amount of calcium in blood serum, which is caused by bone resorption.

Abstract: Tricyclic compound of the general Formula I: ##STR1## as defined herein which exhibit antagonist activity at V.sub.1 and/or V.sub.2 receptors and exhibit in vivo vasopressin antagonist activity, methods for using such compounds in treating diseases characterized by excess renal reabsorption of water, and process for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel cholecystokinin antagonists of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is aryl or substituted aryl, and a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof useful as cholecystokinin antagonists.

Abstract: This invention is concerned with novel compounds represented by structural formulae I and II. ##STR1## which are useful in the treatment of cardiac arrhythmia.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is OR.sub.6 or NHR.sub.7, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7, which may be, the same or different, are hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, cycloalkyl having between 3 to 6 carbon atoms or phenyl, R.sub.2 is lower alkyl, lower alkoxy or trifluoromethyl, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 independently, are hydrogen, chlorine, fluorine, lower alkyl or lower alkoxy, and R.sub.5 is lower alkyl or cycloalkyl having between 3 to 6 carbon atoms, and when at least one asymetric carbon is present, enantiomers, and racemates thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.The compounds of formula I and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are useful as bronchopulmonary agents for example in the relief of asthma and allergic reactions.In another aspect, the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions, methods of using the compound of formula I and intermediates.

Abstract: A triazolo-1,4-di-azepine compound of the below given formula and a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof are disclosed and useful in the pharmaceutical field, especially to treat allergic diseases: ##STR1## in which R1 and R2 are hydrogen or an alkyl, R3 is hydrogen or a halogen, R4 is hydrogen or an alkyl, X is --OCO--, --NHCO--, --CO-- or others and Y is a cycloalkyl, a cycloalkylalkyl, an alkynyl or others.

Abstract: The novel imidazodiazepine derivatives of the formula: ##STR1## wherein the substituents are as described in the specification, can be used for the control or prevention of epileptic seizures, anxiety, tension and excitation states, sleep disorders, schizophrenic symptoms, hepatic encephalopathy and senile dementia, as well as, in the partial or complete antagonization of undesired side-effects of substances acting on benzodiazepine receptors after over-dosage or after their use in intensive medicine and in anesthesia.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel 5,11-dihydro-6H-dipyrido[3,2-b; 2',3'-e][1,4]diazepines. These are useful in the prevention or treatment of HIV infection.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is OR.sub.6 or NHR.sub.7, R.sub.6 and R.sub.7, which may be, the same or different, are hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, cycloalkyl having between 3 to 6 carbon atoms or phenyl, R.sub.2 is lower alkyl, lower alkoxy or trifluoromethyl, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4, independently, are hydrogen, chlorine, fluorine, lower alkyl or lower alkoxy, and R.sub.5 is lower alkyl or cycloalkyl having between 3 to 6 carbon atoms, and when at least one asymetric carbon is present, enantiomers, and racemates thereof, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.The compounds of formula I and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are useful as bronchopulmonary agents for example in the relief of asthma and allergic reactions.In another aspect, the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions, methods of using the compound of formula I and intermediates.

Abstract: Stable crystals of an acid addition salt of an optically active thienotriazolodiazepine compound or its hydrate of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is hydrogen, R.sup.2 is 2-phenylethyl substituted by alkyl having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, 2-morpholinocarbonylethyl or alkyl having 6 to 12 carbon atoms, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 may combinedly form a saturated 5-membered ring having one substituent selected from the group consisting of morpholinomethyl, morpholinocarbonyl and N,N-dipropylcarbamoyl, R.sup.3 is halogen, alkyl having 1 to 5 carbon atoms or alkoxy having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, R.sup.4 is trifluoromethyl or alkyl having 1 to 5 carbon atoms, R.sup.5 is hydrogen or methyl, m is 1-2, and n is 0-2.

Abstract: A triazolo-1,4-di-azepine compound of the below given formulas and a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof are disclosed and useful in the pharmaceutical field, especially to allergic diseases. ##STR1## in which R1 and R2 are hydrogen or an alkyl, R3 is hydrogen or a halogen, R4 is hydrogen or an alkyl, X is --OCO--, --NHCO--, --CO-- or others and Y is a cycloalkyl, a cycloalkylalkyl, an alkynyl or others.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of general formula I: ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 represents a radical of general formula (Z.sub.0), (Z.sub.1), (Z.sub.2), (Z.sub.3) or (Z.sub.4) ##STR2## R.sub.2 represents a methylene radical, a hydroxymethylene radical, a carbonyl radical or a radical of general formula (Y.sub.1), (Y.sub.2), (Y.sub.3) or (Y.sub.4): ##STR3## or, with R.sub.12 and the nitrogen atom to which they are attached, forms a radical of general formula (W): ##STR4## R.sub.3, R.sub.4, R.sub.5, R.sub.6, R.sub.7, R.sub.8, R.sub.9, R.sub.10, R.sub.11, R.sub.12 and n being as defined in the description, medicinal products containing the same and a method-of-treating metabolic ailments therewith.