Abstract: This invention encompasses the novel compounds of formula A, which are useful in the treatment of prostaglandin mediated diseases, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate or ester thereof. The invention also encompasses pharmaceutical compositions and methods for treatment of prostaglandin mediated diseases.

Abstract: A chemical compound of formula (I), wherein R1 to R3 are independently selected from hydrogen and alkyl; R4 is selected from hydrogen, alkyl, alkoxy, formyl and cyano; X1 is selected from N and C—R7; X2 is selected from N and C—R8; X3 is selected from N and C—R9; X4 is selected from N and C—R10; wherein at least one of X1, X2, X3 and X4 is N; and R5 to R10 are independently selected from hydrogen, halogen, hydroxy, alkyl, aryl, alkoxy, aryloxy, alkylthio, arylthio, alkylsulfoxyl, alkylsulfonyl, arylsulfoxyl, arylsulfonyl, amino, monoalkylamino, dialkylamino, nitro, cyano, carboxaldehyde, alkylcarbonyl, arylcarbonyl, aminocarbonyl, monoalkylaminocarbonyl, dialkylaminocarbonyl, alkoxycarbonylamino, aminocarbonyloxy, monoalkylaminocarbonyloxy, dialkylaminocarbonyloxy, monoalkylaminocarbonylamino and dialkylaminocarbonylamino, and the use thereof in therapy, particularly for the treatment of disorders of the central nervous system; damage to the central nervous system; card

Abstract: Compound of formula (I): wherein: R1 represents hydrogen or wherein A is as defined in the description, R2 and R3 each independently represents alkyl, cycloalkyl, heterocycloalkyl, optionally substituted aryl, optionally substituted heteroaryl, cycloalkylalkyl, heterocycloalkylalkyl, optionally substituted arylalkyl, optionally substituted heteroarylalkyl,or optionally substituted aminoalkyl or R2 and R3, together with the carbon atom carrying them, form cycloalkyl or monocyclic heterocyclic group, substituted or unsubstituted, R40 represents hydrogen or a group selected from optionally substituted alkyl, optionally substituted alkenyl and optionally substituted alkynyl or Q or —V—Q wherein V represents alkylene, alkenylene or alkynylene and Q represents optionally substituted cycloalkyl, optionally substituted aryl, optionally substituted heterocycloalkyl,or optionally substituted heteroaryl, R41 and R5 together form a bond or each represents hydrogen, R6,

Abstract: Phenylalanine derivatives of formula (1) are described: in which: Ar1 is an aromatic or heteroaromatic group; L1 is a linker atom or group; R is a carboxylic acid or a derivative thereof; Ar2 is an optionally substituted aromatic or heteroaromatic group; and the salts, solvates, hydrates and N-oxides thereof. The compounds are able to inhibit the binding of &agr;4 integrins to their ligands and are of use in the prophylaxis and treatment of immune or inflammatory disorders.

Abstract: The present invention relates to acylguanidine derivatives of the formula I in which R1, R2, R4, Ar, X and n have the meanings indicated in the claims, their physiologically tolerable salts and their prodrugs. The compounds of the formula I are valuable pharmacologically active compounds. They are vitronectin receptor antagonists and inhibitors of cell adhesion. They inhibit, for example, bone resorption by osteoclasts and are suitable for the therapy and prophylaxis of diseases which are caused at least partially by an undesired extent of bone resorption, for example osteoporosis. The invention furthermore relates to processes for the preparation of compounds of the formula I, their use, in particular as active ingredients in pharmaceutical preparations, and pharmaceutical preparations comprising them.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of compounds of the formula: or the pharmaceutically acceptable nontoxic salts thereof wherein: X is oxygen, H2 or sulfur Y is hydrogen, or optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, (substituted)arylalkyl, aryl or heteroaryl, or a carbonyl group substituted with alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, or amino groups; W is alkyl, arylalkyl or heteroarylalkyl, where each aryl group is optionally substituted with up to two groups; or W is aryl, thienyl, pyridyl or heteroaryl, each of which is optionally substituted; and Z1, Z2, Z3, and Z4 independently represent nitrogen or C—R1 where R1 is hydrogen, halogen, hydroxy, amino, or phenyl or pyridyl optionally mono- or independently disubstituted with halogen, hydroxy, lower alkyl, or lower alkoxy, which compounds are highly selective agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors or prodrugs of agonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof useful in the treatment of pain. The compounds of the present invention are azaadamantanes, azanoradamantanes and azahomoadamantanes.

Abstract: This invention concerns the treatment of smooth muscle spasticity or excess muscle contraction such as urge urinary incontinence with a compound of the formula wherein: R1 and R2 are independently straight chain alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, branched alkyl of 3 to 6 carbons atoms, or cycloalkyl of 3 to 6 carbons atoms where R1 and R2 may be substituted by F, Cl, Br, I, OH, NH2, cyano, C1-C6 alkoxy, C1-C6alkylthio, COOH or COOC1-C6 alkyl; R3 is an aryl or heteroaryl as defined herein, optionally substituted with 0 to 4 groups selected independently from C1-C6 alkyl, C1-C6 alkoxy, cyano, F, Cl, Br, C1-C6 alkylthio, CO2R1, CONH2, OH, NH2, and NO2; n is 0 or 1; R4 is a straight chain alkyl group of 1 to 10 carbons atoms, a branched alkyl of 3 to 10 carbons, or a cycloalkyl of 3 to 10 carbons; and all crystalline forms and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: Chlorosulfonyl substituted aromatic heterocyclic compounds, such as 2-chlorosulfonyl[1,2,4]triazolo[1,5-c]pyrimidine compounds, were prepared in good yield by chloroxidation of di(aromatic heterocyclyl) disulfide compounds in a medium containing water, a water-immiscible organic solvent, and a phase transfer catalyst, such at tetrabutylammonium chloride.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of compounds of the formula: or the pharmaceutically acceptable nontoxic salts thereof wherein:X is oxygen, H.sub.2 or sulfurY is hydrogen, or optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, (substituted)arylalkyl, aryl or heteroaryl, or a carbonyl group substituted with alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, or amino groups;W is alkyl, arylalkyl or heteroarylalkyl, where each aryl group is optionally substituted with up to two groups; orW is aryl, thienyl, pyridyl or heteroaryl, each of which is optionally substituted; andZ.sub.1, Z.sub.2, Z.sub.3, and Z.sub.4 independently represent nitrogen or C-R.sub.1 where R.sub.1 is hydrogen, halogen, hydroxy, amino, or phenyl or pyridyl optionally mono- or independently disubstituted with halogen, hydroxy, lower alkyl, or lower alkoxy,which compounds are highly selective agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors or prodrugs of agonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: A compound of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 is lower alkyl,R.sup.2 is hydrogen, lower alkyl or a heterocyclic group,R.sup.3 is hydrogen, lower alkyl or halogen,R.sup.4 is lower alkyl or halogen,R.sup.5 is nitro or amino substituted with substituent(s) selected from the group consisting of lower alkyl and acyl, andA is lower alkylene.

Abstract: Novel compounds which are effective PDE IV inhibitors are disclosed. The compounds possess improved PDE IV inhibition as compared to theophylline or rolipram, with improved selectivity with regard to, e.g., PDE V inhibition.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel 1,2,4-triazin-5-one biphenyl derivatives having structural formula (I) useful as non-peptide antagonists of angiotensin II receptor: ##STR1## where R.sub.1 represents alkyl, cycloalkyl, or substituted or unsubstituted aryl;R.sub.2 represents alkyl, substituted or unsubstituted aryl, or arylalkyl;A and D independently represent C--R.sub.3, N, NH or C.dbd.O, wherein when A and D independently denote C--R.sub.3 or N, b and c are independently a double bond, and when A and D independently denote NH or C.dbd.O, b and c are independently a single bond; provided that b and c are not both double bonds; andR.sub.3 is hydrogen, dialkylphosphonate or halogen;and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.Also disclosed is the use of the compounds of formula (I) as non-peptide antagonists of angiotensin II receptor, in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases, in particular hypertension and congestive heart failure.

Abstract: A fluorine-containing polyether compound, a lubricant, and a magnetic recording medium comprising the lubricant.

Abstract: A method of treating viral infections, and in particular HIV-1, hepatitis B virus and herpes viruses, is disclosed. The method comprising administering to a subject in need of such treatment an infection-combating amount of a phospholipid or phospholipid derivative.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses structures of the Formula: ##STR1## or the pharmaceutically acceptable non-toxic salts thereof wherein: X is oxygen, H.sub.2, or sulfur;Y is oxygen or sulfur;W is alkyl, arylalkyl, or heteroarylalkyl, each of which is optionally substituted; orW is aryl or heteroaryl; ##STR2## wherein: Z.sub.1, Z.sub.2, Z.sub.3, and Z.sub.4 independently represent nitrogen or C--R.sub.a, whereeach R.sub.a independently is hydrogen, an inorganic substitutent or an optionally substituted aromatic group;n is 1, 2 or 3; andR.sub.b is hydrogen, alkyl, or an optionally substituted aromatic group,which compounds are highly selective agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors or prodrugs thereof and are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, sleep, and seizure disorders, overdose with benzodiazepine drugs, and enhancement of memory.

Abstract: This invention relates to a method of treating cancer by administering a compound of the formula wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.5, E.sup.1, E.sup.2, p, Het' and Het" are defined as indicated in the specification.

Abstract: The invention encompasses the novel compound of Formula I useful in the treatment of cyclooxygenase-2 mediated diseases. ##STR1## The invention also encompasses certain pharmaceutical compositions for treatment of cyclooxygenase-2 mediated diseases comprising compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: Substituted cycloalkylamino and cycloalkoxy heterocycles, processes for preparing them and their use as pesticides The invention relates to (I) ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 to R.sup.5, A, X, E, U, p and n are as defined in claim 1, to processes for their preparation and their use as pesticides, such as insecticides, acaricides and fungicides.

Abstract: Nucleotide phosphonate esters characterized by the presence of an ester linked group which is bonded to the phosphorus atom of phosphonate nucleotide analogs are disclosed. The analogs comprise an ester bond that is hydrolyzed in vivo to yield a corresponding phosphonate nucleotide analog. Methods and intermediates for their synthesis and use are described.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), wherein R.sub.1 is (a), (b), (c) or (d); n is 0, 1 or 2; A, B, C and D are each independently nitrogen or carbon; R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are each independently hydrogen, C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl, aryl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.3 alkyl-aryl, halogen (e.g. fluorine, chlorine, bromine or iodine), cyano, nitro, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 R.sub.15, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m OR.sub.9, --SR.sub.9, --SO.sub.2 NR.sub.14 R.sub.15, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 SO.sub.2 R.sub.15 --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 CO.sub.2 R.sub.9, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 COR.sub.9, --(CH.sub.2).sub.m NR.sub.14 CONHR.sub.9, --CONR.sub.14 R.sub.15, or --CO.sub.2 R.sub.9 ; R.sub.2 and R.sub.3, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4, or R.sub.4 and R.sub.

Abstract: The present invention relates to heteroatom-containing cyclopentanopyridyl-oxazolidinones, processes for their preparation and their use as medicaments, in particular as antibacterial medicaments.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of formula I ##STR1## in which T is --CONH-- or --CH=CH--;R.sup.a and R.sup.b are independently C.sub.1-6 alkyl;R.sup.C is C.sub.1-6 alkyl or hydrogen; andR is heteroaryl.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel classes of compounds which are inhibitors of interleukin-1.beta. converting enzyme. The ICE inhibitors of this invention are characterized by specific structural and physicochemical features. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions of this invention are particularly well suited for inhibiting ICE activity and consequently, may be advantageously used as agents against interleukin-1 mediated diseases, including inflammatory diseases, autoimmune diseases and neurodegenerative diseases. This invention also relates to methods for inhibiting ICE activity and methods for treating interleukin-1 mediated diseases using the compounds and compositions of this invention.

Abstract: A compound represented by formula (I) and a salt thereof, and a hydrate and solvate thereof: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 represent independently, for example, hydrogen atom, hydroxyl group, or C.sub.1-3 alkoxy group; R.sub.4 represents, for example, C.sub.1-7 alkyl group or C.sub.3-7 cycloalkyl group; R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 represent independently, for example, hydrogen atom or C.sub.1-3 alkyl group; Y represents C.sub.1-3 alkyl group, a heterocyclic group containing 1 to 4 nitrogen atoms and 5 or 6 ring-membered atoms, or C.sub.6-10 aryl group; k represents an integer of 1 to 3; and l represents an integer of 2 to 4. These urea compounds have excellent inhibitory activities against ACAT and are useful as active ingredients of medicines for preventive and/or therapeutic treatment of hyperlipemia and atherosclerosis.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of compounds of the formula: ##STR1## or the pharmaceutically acceptable nontoxic salts thereof wherein: X is oxygen, H.sub.2 or sulfurY is hydrogen, or optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, (substituted)arylalkyl, aryl or heteroaryl, or a carbonyl group substituted with alkyl, cycloalkyl, aryl, or amino groups;W is alkyl, arylalkyl or heteroarylalkyl, where each aryl group is optionally substituted with up to two groups; orW is aryl, thienyl, pyridyl or heteroaryl, each of which is optionally substituted; andZ.sub.1, Z.sub.2, Z.sub.3, and Z.sub.4 independently represent nitrogen or C-R.sub.1 whereR.sub.1 is hydrogen, halogen, hydroxy, amino, or phenyl or pyridyl optionally mono- or independently disubstituted with halogen, hydroxy, lower alkyl, or lower alkoxy,which compounds are highly selective agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors or prodrugs of agonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel heterocycles including 3-?1-?3-(imidazolin-2-ylamino)propyl!indazol-5-ylcarbonylamino!-2-(benzylo xycarbonylamino)propionic acid, which are useful as antagonists of the .alpha..sub.v .beta..sub.3 integrin and related cell surface adhesive protein receptors, to pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, processes for preparing such compounds, and to methods of using these compounds, alone or in combination with other therapeutic agents, for the inhibition of cell adhesion, the treatment of angiogenic disorders, inflammation, bone degradation, cancer metastasis, diabetic retinopathy, thrombosis, restenosis, macular degeneration, and other conditions mediated by cell adhesion and/or cell migration and/or angiogenesis.

Abstract: Stable, electroactive material which when a potential is applied from the outside is subjected to one or more reversible redox reactions, for use in devices with an electrochromic display or another electrochromic color change or in batteries.The material comprises a condensed ring structure, the oxidized form of which is of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sub.1, R.sub.2, X, and A may have any meaning with the proviso that the condensed ring structure maintains the reversible properties.The material can be prepared by various processes and it is suited for use as electrochromic material for use in devices with an electrochromic display or as coating on windows because it presents a distinct and easily visible color change when it is subjected to a potential. In addition, the material is suited for use in rechargeable batteries because is possesses an excellent capacity and reversibility.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: Non-steroidal compounds which are high affinity, high selectivity modulators for steroid receptors are disclosed. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions incorporating such compounds, methods for employing the disclosed compounds and compositions for treating patients requiring steroid receptor agonist or antagonist therapy, intermediates useful in the preparation of the compounds and processes for the preparation of the steroid receptor modulator compounds.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses structures of the Formula: ##STR1## or the pharmaceutically acceptable non-toxic salts thereof wherein: X is oxygen, H.sub.2, or sulfur;Y is oxygen or sulfur;W is alkyl, arylalkyl, or heteroarylalkyl, each of which is optionally substituted; orW is aryl or heteroaryl; ##STR2## wherein: Z.sub.1, Z.sub.2, Z.sub.3, and Z.sub.4 independently represent nitrogen or C--R.sub.a, whereeach R.sub.a independently is hydrogen, an inorganic substitutent or an optionally substituted aromatic group;n is 1, 2 or 3; andR.sub.b is hydrogen, alkyl, or an optionally substituted aromatic group,which compounds are highly selective agonists, antagonists or inverse agonists for GABAa brain receptors or prodrugs thereof and are useful in the diagnosis and treatment of anxiety, sleep, and seizure disorders, overdose with benzodiazepine drugs, and enhancement of memory.

Abstract: A condensed heterocyclic derivative of the formula (I): ##STR1## (wherein R is a hydroxyl group, R.sup.3 or R.sup.4 is an alkoxy group, W is an oxygen atom, Yn is a hydrogen atom, Z is a methine group, and A is a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic ring which may be substituted, and a herbicide, are presented. When used for paddy field treatment, upland soil treatment and foliage treatment, the condensed heterocyclic derivative of the present invention exhibits excellent herbicidal activities against gramineous and non-gramineous weeds without adversely affecting crop plants.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): ##STR1## [wherein: R.sup.1 is a cyclic amino group, or a dialkylamino group; R.sup.2 a group of formula --NHCHR.sup.3 R.sup.4 wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are each alkyl aryl or aralkyl, or together form a cycloalkyl group, or R.sup.2 is an aromatic heterocyclic group, or a group of formula --B--S(O).sub.m --R.sup.5 wherein R.sup.5 is a substituted alkyl group, or an aromatic heterocyclic group; B is an alkylene or alkylidene group; m is 0, 1 or 2; A is a group of formula --CH.dbd.CH-- or --(CH.sub.2).sub.n --, where n is 1, 2 or 3]; and salts thereof have valuable anti-ulcer activity.

Abstract: Novel polycyanate compositions containing one or more mesogenic moieties as lateral substituents are disclosed which provide improved processability relative to polycyanates containing one or more mesogenic moieties in the main chain of the molecule. Molecular level ordering of the resulting thermosets is maintained much similar to that found thermosets of polycyanates which have one or more mesogenic moieties in the main chain.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel 1,2-dihydro-1,2,4,5-tetrazine derivatives of the formula (IV) ##STR1## wherein means fluorine, chlorine or bromine; andY stands for hydrogen or fluorine,as well as to a process for the preparation thereof. The compounds according to the invention have acaricidal, larvicidal and ovicidal effects.

Abstract: Anhydride compounds which contain at least one rodlike mesogenic moiety and at least two anhydride groups per molecule, wherein each of said aromatic anhydride groups is linked to the mesogen via an ester linkage are prepared. These anhydride compounds are useful in curing epoxy resins to provide the cured products with one or more improved properties.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein: A represents arylalkyl, aryl or heteroaryl; X is nitrogen or CH; and R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R.sub.4 and R.sub.5 represent organic or inorganic substituents;and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; useful for treating disorders of the central nervous system.

Abstract: Fungicidal compounds of the formula (I): ##STR1## and stereoisomers thereof, wherein K is oxygen or sulphur; Z is optionally substituted aryl or optionally substituted heteroaryl; X is a specified linking group; and A, B and E, which may be the same or different, are H, hydroxy, halo, C.sub.1-4 alkyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxy, C.sub.1-4 haloalkyl, C.sub.1-4 haloalkoxy, C.sub.1-4 alkylcarbonyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxycarbonyl, phenoxy, nitro or cyano; except that when Z is unsubstituted phenyl and X and K are oxygen, A, B and E are not all hydrogen.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel tetrazine derivatives of the formula (I), ##STR1## wherein X is fluorine, chlorine or bromine; andY is hydrogen or fluorine, as well as to a process for the preparation thereof.Furthermore, the invention relates to compositions containing the above compounds as well as to a process for the preparation thereof. The compounds and compositions according to the invention have acaricidal; larvicidal an ovicidal effects.

Abstract: There are provided 13-alkyl-11beta-phenyl-gonanes of formula I ##STR1## wherein Z is an oxygen atom or N--OH;R.sup.2 is alpha- or beta-position methyl or ethyl;R.sup.1 is selected from heteroaryl radicals, cycloalkyl radicals, cycloalkenyl radicals, aryl radicals, alkenyl radicals, and alkyl radicals where R.sup.2 is in the alpha-position and an ethyl radical where R.sup.2 is in the beta-position; andR.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are selected from one of two different groups of substituent pairs, the group from which the selection is made being determined by the position of R.sup.2.

Abstract: Heterocyclic compounds useful as anticancer drug potentiaters having a potentiating effect on the incorporation of anticancer drugs into cancer cells are disclosed, the compounds each synthesized by, for example, reacting a epoxy compound obtained by reacting a heterocyclic compound with an epihalogenohydrin, with an amine derivative.

Abstract: The present invention encompasses compounds of formula I: ##STR1## and the pharmaceutically acceptable non-toxic salts thereof; wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen, lower alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, alkylcycloalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, or phenylalkyl;R.sub.2 is hydrogen, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, cycloalkyl, alkylcycloalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, or phenylalkyl; orNR.sub.1 R.sub.2 forms a nitrogen heterocycle; andR.sub.3 is hydrogen, an amino acid or a peptide residue.These compounds may be employed as substrates in assays for determining proteolytic enzyme activity or as enzyme inhibitors. The invention also encompasses methods for determining proteolytic enzyme activity using the compounds of formula I.

Abstract: Compounds of the Formula (5) and processes for their preparation and use, particularly in the manufacture of unsymmetrical triphenodioxazine dyes: ##STR1## wherein: Y is H, alkyl, substituted alkyl, alkoxy, Cl or Br;R is a group of Formula (3) ##STR2## R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are each independently alkyl, or R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 together with the carbon atom to which they are attached form an optionally substituted 4, 5 or 6 membered alicyclic or heterocyclic ring;R.sup.3 is H;Z is Cl, Br or A--NH; andA is H or the residue of a primary amine.

Abstract: A method of making 3,6-diamino-1,2,4,5-tetrazine.