Abstract: The present invention provides a method of identifying CFTR-binding compounds for treating cells having a reduced apical Cl.sup.- conductance, such as cystic fibrosis cells. This identification method involves the use of polypeptide I.alpha., which constitutes a portion of the CFTR protein. The present invention also provides a method of treating CF cells by contacting cells having a reduced apical Cl.sup.- conductance with a therapeutically effective quantity of a compound selected by the present inventive identification method. Preferred compounds for such treatment have little or no affinity for adenosine cell receptors. The present invention provides novel compounds useful in practicing the present inventive method, as well as pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein Q.sub.3 R.sub.3 and Q.sub.8 R.sub.8 are described herein. The compounds possess PDE-IV inhibitory activity and improved selectivity with regard to PDE-III inhibition. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment utilizing the disclosed compounds.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of formula (I), wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.3 and R.sup.8 are independently alkyl, aryl or aralkyl, and R.sup.2 is selected from the group consisting of S and O, R.sup.6 is selected from the group consisting of S and O, provided that R.sup.2 and R.sup.6 are not both O. The compounds are effective PDE IV inhibitors and possess improved PDE IV inhibition and improved selectivity with regard to PDE III inhibition. Methods of treatment using the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a compound of formula I: ##STR1## R.sub.1 of Formula I is substituted amino represented by formula NR.sup.5 R.sup.6 wherein R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C.sub.1-4 alkyl, and unsubstituted amino with the proviso that R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 are not both hydrogen, and further that R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 are not both amino. R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 of Formula I are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen; C.sub.1-4 alkyl; amino; substituted or unsubstituted thiol; and halogen. Moreover, R.sub.4 of Formula I is represented by the formula R.sup.12 -X.sup.12 wherein R.sup.12 is a saturated or unsaturated linear hydrocarbon chain of 5-20 carbons optionally containing one or more interruptions within the chain by a heteroatom, and optionally substituted with one or more .dbd.O, or .dbd.S. Finally, X.sup.12 is selected from the group consisting of hydroxy, an aminoalkyl group, and a known amino acid bound by its .alpha.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.3 and R.sup.8 are independently alkyl, aryl or aralkyl, and R.sup.2 is selected from the group consisting of S and O, R.sup.6 is selected from the group consisting of S and O, provided that R.sup.2 and R.sup.6 are not both O. The compounds are effective PDE IV inhibitors and possess improved PDE IV inhibition and improved selectivity with regard to PDE III inhibition. Methods of treatment using the compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: A process for preparing 7-benzylpurine derivatives is provided. An acetylpurine nucleoside is reacted with a benzyl halide to benzylate the 7-position of the purine base, and an acid is then added to the reaction mixture to hydrolyze the glycoside bond. The 7-benzylpurines may be used to prepare 9-substituted purine derivatives.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (i) ##STR1## have therapeutic utility via inhibition of TNF or phophodiesterase.

Abstract: Products comprise apatite formed from apatite-forming-systems contacted with partially alkylated xanthines.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds useful for treating cystic fibrosis cells, wherein such compounds have the formula ##STR1## wherein (a) R.sub.1 and R.sub.3 are methyl, R.sub.7 is ethyl or cyclopropylmethyl, and R.sub.8 is cyclohexyl; (b) R.sub.1 and R.sub.3 are allyl, R.sub.7 is hydrogen and R.sub.8 is cyclohexyl, cyclohexylmethyl, or cycloheptyl; (c) R.sub.1 is allyl and R.sub.3 is methyl, R.sub.7 is hydrogen, and R.sub.8 is cyclohexyl; or (d) R.sub.1 is methyl, R.sub.3 is allyl, R.sub.7 is cyclopropylmethyl or ethyl, and R.sub.8 is cyclohexyl.

Abstract: The present invention provides 8-substituted 1,3,7-trialkylxanthines useful as A.sub.2 -selective adenosine receptor antagonists and compositions comprising such compounds. Examples of the 8-substituted 1,3,7-trialkyl xanthines include: ##STR1## In compound (a), R.sub.1, R.sub.3, and R.sub.7 are methyl and X is one to three substituents, which may be the same or different and selected from the group consisting of amino, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkylcarbonylamino, carboxy C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 alkylcarbonylamino, halo, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkyloxy, amino C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyloxy, C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyloxy carbonylamino, amino C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkenyloxy, isothiocyanato, and diazonium tetrafluoroborate. In compound (b), R.sub.1, R.sub.3, and R.sub.7 are methyl, R.sub..beta. is hydrogen or methyl, and X is selected from the group consisting of R, C(.dbd.O)OR, and C(.dbd.O)NH--R, wherein R is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl.

Abstract: Purine derivatives in which a desired substituent is introduced into the 9-position only are synthesized by first introducing an easily-removable substituent in the 7-position of a purine base of natural purine nucleosides obtained through fermentation or derivatives thereof, then hydrolyzing the ribose moiety to form purine derivatives having the substituent in the 7-position, subsequently introducing the desired substituent in the 9-position, and then removing the substituent in the 7-position.

Abstract: 1,3-Disubstituted-zanthines have therapeutic utility via TNF or phosphodiesterase inhibition.

Abstract: Oxime-substituted compounds are preferably cyclic or heterocyclic compounds. The oxime-substituted compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof have the formula:CORE MOIETY--(R).sub.jincluding resolved enantiomers (both syn and anti forms) and/or diastereomers, hydrates, salts, solvates and mixtures thereof. j is an integer from one to three, the core moiety is non-cyclic or cyclic and R may be selected from among: hydrogen, halogen, hydroxyl, amino, substituted or unsubstituted C.sub.(1-10), alkyl, C.sub.(2-10) alkenyl, cyclic or heterocyclic groups, and formula I. At least one R has the formula I:--(CH.sub.2).sub.n --C--(R.sub.1).sub.p, Iwherein n is an integer from three to twenty; p is two or three; R.sub.1 is selected from among hydrogen; halogen; hydroxide; substituted or unsubstituted C.sub.(1-10) alkyl, C.sub.(1-10) alkoxy, C.sub.(2-10) alkenyl, cyclic or heterocyclic group; =N--OR.sub.2, R.sub.2 being hydrogen or a substitute or unsubstituted C.sub.(1-10) alkyl, C.sub.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel xanthine derivatives of the formula (I) which are selectively antagonistic to an adenosine A.sub.2 receptor, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. Formula (I): ##STR1## In the formula, R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are the same or different and each represents a hydrogen atom, a propyl group, a butyl group or an allyl group; R.sup.3 represents a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl group; Y.sup.1 and Y.sup.2 are the same or different and each represents a hydrogen atom or a methyl group; and Z represents a substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group, a pyridyl group, an imidazolyl group, a furyl group or a thienyl group.

Abstract: Xanthine derivatives having general structure (I) including the (R) and (S) enantiomers and racemic mixtures thereof, and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 are each independently (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)lower alkyl or (C.sub.2 -C.sub.4)lower alkenyl, Z is (II) or (III) or (IV) wherein R.sub.3 is hydrogen, (C.sub.1 -C.sub.3)lower alkyl, nitro, amino, hydroxy, fluoro, bromo or chloro, R.sub.4 is (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)lower alkyl and n is 1 or 2 which act selectively at adenosine receptors and which act in general as adenosine antagonists are disclosed. From in vitro studies it is known that specific physiological effects can be distinguished as a result of this selectivity and that adenosine receptor activity in vitro correlates with adenosine receptor activity in vivo.

Abstract: Xanthine derivatives of formula ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen, alkyl or alkynyl,R.sub.2 is different and is alkyl, alkynyl, phenyl-alkylene, phenyl alkenylene, cycloalkyl, inter alia,R.sub.3 is cycloalkyl, phenyl, norbornane, inter alia andR.sub.4 is hydrogen, methyl, benzyl, inter alia.

Abstract: In order to produce a purine of the general formula (I), ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 can be the same or different and denote H, OH, SH, NH.sub.2, N-(di)-alkyl, halogen, O-alkyl, S-alkyl, alkyl or aryl and alkyl represents an aliphatic residue with 1 to 4 carbon atoms and aryl represents a phenyl residue which is substituted if desired by CH.sub.3, OH, NH.sub.2 or halogen, from the corresponding 4-amino-5-nitrosopyrimidine of formula (II), ##STR2## in which R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 have the above-mentioned meaning, the compound of formula (II) is reductively formylated in a solvent at a temperature of 80.degree. to 220.degree. C. in the presence of formic acid and a catalyst based on a noble metal and the 4-amino-5-formylaminopyrimidine formed as an intermediate is cyclized.

Abstract: This invention relates to adenosine kinase inhibitors and to nucleoside analogs, C-4' modified pyrrolo?2,3-d!pyrimidine and pyrazolo?3,4-d!pyrimidine nucleoside analogs having activity as adenosine kinase inhibitors. The invention relates to nucleoside analogs of this kind, having zero substitutions or two substitutions at the C-4' position of the furanose (sugar) moiety. The invention also relates to the preparation and use of these adenosine kinase inhibitors in the treatment of cardiovascular, and cerebrovascular diseases, inflammation and other diseases which can be regulated by increasing the local concentration of adenosine.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for preparing xanthine derivatives of formula I: ##STR1## characterized in that a uracil derivative of formula A or B ##STR2## is dissolved in a suitable organic-aqueous solvent and cyclized in the presence of LiOH.

Abstract: Irreversible ligands for adenosine receptors are derived from agonist and antagonist functionalized congeners which contain electrophilic acylating and alkylating groups for reaction at nucleophilic residues of adenosine receptors. The ligands are based on 8-aryl-substituted xanthines as antagonists and on N.sup.6 -substituted adenosine as agonists.

Abstract: Xanthines of the formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group:R.sub.2 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group;R.sub.3 tetrahydropyran-4-yl or 1,3-dithiolan or;R.sub.3 represents one of the groups of formula ##STR2## and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. These are adenosine antagonists, capable of acting as cholinomimetics, useful for the treatment of CNS disorders such as senile dementia and Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: Novel lyxose derivatives which selectively inhibit adenosine kinase and methods of preparing these compounds are provided. These compounds are useful in treating certain conditions in vivo which may be ameliorated by increased local concentrations of adenosine.

Abstract: Process for obtaining 3,7-dialkylxanthines from 3-alkyl-xanthines3,7-Dialkylxanthines are obtained from the corresponding 3-alkylxanthines using an alkylating agent in the presence of quaternary ammonium and/or phosphonium compounds and, where appropriate, of additional polyethers in a two-phase mixture.

Abstract: Covalent conjugates of water soluble dextrans and adenosine agonists or antagonists wherein the dextran is coupled through the C6 or C8 positions of the purine ring. These compounds activate or block adenosine A.sub.1 or A.sub.2 receptors are useful in treating hypertension.

Abstract: There is provided a novel xanthine Compound(I) ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are the same or different and each represent hydroxy-substituted, oxo-substituted or unsubstituted lower alkyl, Y is a single bond or alkylene, and Q is ##STR2## wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are the same or different and each represent hydrogen or hydroxy, n is 0 or 1; provided that when both of R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are hydrogen, at least one of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 is hydroxy-substituted or oxo-substituted lower alkyl; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.The xanthine compound has adenosine A.sub.1 receptor antagonizing activity, and thus shows diuretic effect, renal-protecting effect, bronchodilatory effect, cerebral function improving effect and anti-dementia effect.

Abstract: There are described 8-(1-aminocycloalkyl)-1,3-dialckylxantaine, their derivatives and their salts with adenosine antagonist activity. A process for the preparation of said compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing them as antidepressant, nootropic and psychostimolant drugs are also described.

Abstract: There is disclosed compounds and pharmaceutical compositions having a xanthine core and one or two hydrocarbon side chains bonded to a ring nitrogen atom, wherein the hydrocarbon side chains are independently a straight chain hydrocarbon having at least one double bond in a carbon chain length of from about 4 to about 18 carbon atoms in length, wherein multiple double bonds are separated from each other by at least three carbon atoms, and wherein the hydrocarbon chain may be substituted by a hydroxyl, halo or dimethylamino group and/or interrupted by an oxygen atom. The compounds lower elevated levels of unsaturated, non-arachidonate phosphatidic acid (PA) and diacylglycerol (DAG) derived from said PA within seconds of the primary stimulus and their contact with cells. The modulatory effect depends on the nature of the target cell and the stimulus applied.

Abstract: A xanthine derivative of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 are the same or different and are substituted or unsubstituted alicyclic alkyl; m1 and m2 are the same or different and represent an integer of 0 to 2; and Q represents ##STR2## (in which R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are the same or different and are substituted or unsubstituted alicyclic alkyl) or ##STR3## (in which n is 0 or 1, and Y is a single bond or alkylene); or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is disclosed.This derivative has diuretic activity and renal protecting activity.

Abstract: A xanthine derivative of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents substituted or unsubstituted lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, lower alkynyl, substituted or unsubstituted alicyclic alkyl, substituted or unsubstituted phenyl, or substituted or unsubstituted benzyl;R.sup.2 represents --(CH.sub.2).sub.m --X, wherein m is 2 or 3, and X is ##STR2## wherein a is NH, O or S, b and d are the same or different and are CH or N, and R.sup.3 is lower alkyl, substituted or unsubstituted alicyclic alkyl, or substituted or unsubstituted phenyl, or ##STR3## wherein e, g and h are the same or different and are CH or N, and R.sup.3 is the same as defined above;Q represents substituted or unsubstituted alicyclic alkyl, ##STR4## wherein R.sup.4 and R.sup.5 are the same or different and are substituted or unsubstituted alicyclic alkyl, ##STR5## wherein Y is single bond or alkylene; and n is 0 or 1, ##STR6## wherein K-M is --CH.sub.2 --CH.sub.2 --or --CH.dbd.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I): ##STR1## or where appropriate a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 each independently represent a moiety of formula (a):--(CH.sub.2).sub.m --A (a)wherein m represents zero or an integer 1, 2 or 3, A represents a substituted or unsubstituted cyclic hydrocarbon radical; andR.sup.3 represents hydrogen, substituted or unsubstituted alkyl, substituted or unsubstituted alkenyl, substituted or unsubstituted alkynyl or a moiety of formula (a) as defined above; a pharmaceutical composition comprising such a compound a process for preparing such a compound and the use of said compound and said composition in medicine.

Abstract: Novel xanthine compounds represented by the following formula: ##STR1## wherein each of X.sup.1 and X.sup.2 independently represents oxygen or sulfur; and Q represents; ##STR2## where ----- represents a single bond or a double bond; Y represents a single bond or alkylene, n represents 0 or 1, each of W.sup.1 and W.sup.2 independently represents hydrogen, lower alkyl or amino, Z represents --CH.sub.2 -, --O--, --S-- or --NH--; represents ##STR3## each of R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 independently represents hydrogen, lower alkyl, allyl or propargyl; and R.sup.3 represents hydrogen or lower alkyl, and when Q represents the groups other than ##STR4## each of R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 independently represents hydrogen or lower alkyl;provided that when Q is ##STR5## then R.sup.1 R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are notsimultaneously methyl; and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof have a diuretic effect, a renal-protecting effect and a bronchodilatory effect.

Abstract: There are disclosed condensed purine derivatives represented by formula; ##STR1## in which R.sup.3 represents hydrogen, lower alkyl or benzyl; each of X.sup.1 and X.sup.2 independently represents hydrogen, lower alkyl, aralkyl or phenyl; and n is an integer of 0 or 1; R.sup.1 represents hydrogen, lower alkyl, alicyclic alkyl, noradamantan-3-yl, dicyclopropylmethyl or styryl; and R.sup.2 represents hydrogen, lower alkyl or alicyclic alkyl; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The derivatives and pharmaceutically acceptable salts are useful as diuretics, renal protecting agents, antiallergic agents and hypotensives.

Abstract: Xanthines of the general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a straight or branched chain alkyl, alkenyl or alkynyl group of 3-6 carbon atoms, and R.sup.2 and R.sup.3, which may be the same or different, each represent hydrogen or halogen or a methyl, methoxy, nitro or trifluoromethyl group or R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 together form a methylenedioxy or ethylenedioxy group; with the proviso that R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are not both hydrogen; and pharmacologically acceptable salts thereof with an alkali metal base or a nitrogen base containing organic base, are bronchodilators making them of value in treating asthma and vasodilators making them of interest in treating angina, hypertension, congestive heart failure and multi-infarct dementia. The compounds are also of use in combatting other conditions where inhibition of PDE type IV is thought to be beneficial.

Abstract: The invention is directed to a process for preparing 3,7-dialkylxanthines of the formula I ##STR1## (R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 denote C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 -alkyl) by the reaction of 4-amino-imidazolecarboxamide-(5) of the formula II ##STR2## with an alkali cyanate in aqueous solution at a pH of from 3 to 5 followed by cyclization of the resulting urea derivative at a pH of from 8 to 14.

Abstract: Process for obtaining almost fluorescence-free xanthines by precipitation of xanthines which still contain an unsubstituted nitrogen atom in the molecule from aqueous-alkaline solution by means of CO.sub.2.

Abstract: Novel xanthine compounds represented by the following formula: ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof have a diuretic action, a renal-protecting action and a vasodilative action.The compounds are useful as a diuretic, a renal-protecting agent and an antihypertensive agent.

Abstract: Xanthine derivative which act selectively at adenosine receptors and which act in general as adenosine antagonists are disclosed. From in vitro studies it is known that specific physiological effects can be distinguished as a result of this selectively and that adenosine receptor activity in vitro correlates with adenosine receptor activity in vivo.Pharmaceutical preparations of the subject compounds can be prepared on the basis of the selective binding activity of the compounds disclosed herein which will enhance certain physiological effects while minimizing others, such as decreasing blood pressure without decreasing heart rate.

Abstract: 1,3-Alkyl substituted-8-phenylxanthines in which the straight chain alkyl substituents are different and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of such compounds are disclosed. Preferred compounds have 1-n-propyl-3-methyl and 1-methyl-3-n-propyl substituents. The compounds are potent bronchodilators.

Abstract: A 6-thioxanthine of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof ##STR1## wherein R.sub.3 is a C.sub.2 to C.sub.6 alkyl group, a C.sub.3 to C.sub.7 cycloalkyl group or a C.sub.4 to C.sub.8 cycloalkylalkyl group and R.sub.8 is a C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl group, a C.sub.3 to C.sub.7 cycloalkyl group or a C.sub.4 to C.sub.8 cycloalkylalkyl group provided that when R.sub.3 is an ethyl, n-propyl or n-butyl group, R.sub.8 is a C.sub.3 to C.sub.6 alkyl, a C.sub.3 to C.sub.7 cycloalkyl group or a C.sub.4 to C.sub.8 cycloalkylalkyl group.These 3,8-disubstituted-6-thioxanthines have enhanced bronchodilator activity.

Abstract: A functionalized congener approach to drugs acting at A.sub.1 and A.sub.2 adenosine receptor types is applicable to prodrug design. The prodrugs affect a more efficient delivery of the drug at the particular site of the body affected and take advantage of selective biochemical cleavages and alteration in distribution characteristics. In particular, kidney functions and lipid functions are stressed in the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new compounds of Formula I ##STR1## and physiologically acceptable salts thereof wherein A and B stand for oxygen or --CH.sub.2 group with the proviso that if A stands for oxygen, then B stands for --CH.sub.2 group and R stands for hydrogen and, if A represents a --CH.sub.2 group, then B stands for oxygen, R stands for a --CH.sub.2 Q group wherein Q stands for hydrogen, and pyrrolidino, piperidino or morpholino and a process for the preparation thereof and pharmaceutical compositions containing as active ingredient a compound of the Formula (I) or a physiologically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: A 6-thioxanthine of general formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof ##STR1## wherein R.sub.3 is a C.sub.2 to C.sub.6 alkyl, a C.sub.3 to C.sub.7 cycloalkyl group or a C.sub.4 to C.sub.8 cycloalkylalkyl group and R.sub.8 is a C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 alkyl, a C.sub.3 to C.sub.7 cycloalkyl group or a C.sub.4 to C.sub.8 cycloalkylalkyl group provided that when R.sub.3 is an ethyl, n-propyl or n-butyl group, R.sub.8 is a C.sub.3 to C.sub.6 alkyl, a C.sub.3 to C.sub.7 cycloalkyl group or a C.sub.4 to C.sub.8 cycloalkylalkyl group.These 3,8-disubstituted-6-thioxanthines have enhanced bronchodilator activity.

Abstract: The synthesis of 7-n-alkyl-imidazolium[4,5-d]-pyrimidines, 6-substituted-3n-alkyl-benzimidazolium- and 3n-alkyl-5,6-substituted-benzthiazolium salts are described. There N.sup.+ -surfactants having a substituted heterocycle as a head group have distinguished small critical micelle concentrations (CMC) in the range of 10.sup.-5 -10.sup.-7 Mol/Liter. The size and shape of these micelles in watery solutions are determined by the nature of the anion. The N-surfactants can be used as pharmaceuticals as well as reporter groups in fluorescence studies including immunological assays.

Abstract: A novel competitive assay for theophylline wherein caffeine-like (7-substituted) labeled conjugates are used to detect the presence and/or amount of theophylline present in a test sample. The use of such conjugates in a competitive assay for theophylline results in improved sensitivity of the assay method. Where the assay method is a nephelometric or turbidimetric inhibition immunoassay procedure, the assay was found to be less temperature dependent than prior art immunoassays.

Abstract: Therapeutic agent for the treatment of peptic ulcer disease comprising as active ingredient at least one compound of formula I ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 =5-oxohexyl,R.sub.2 =methyl orR.sub.3 =C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 -alkyl or one compound of formula I,whereinR.sub.1 =4-oxopentyl,R.sub.2 =methyl or ethyl, andR.sub.3 =C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 alkyl,is disclosed, together with a process for using the agent.

Abstract: 1,3-alkylsubstituted-8-(3,4-,3- or 4-substituted phenyl)xanthines and pharmaceutically acceptable salts of such compounds are disclosed. The 3-substituents are hydrogen, dimethylaminomethyl, or 2,3-dihydroxypropyloxy. The 4-substituents are selected from hydroxy, cyano, --NHCON(R.sub.5).sub.2, --C(.dbd.NH)N(R.sub.5).sub.2, --NH--C(.dbd.NH)N(R.sub.5).sub.2, with each R.sub.5 independently being hydrogen or an alkyl group of one to three carbons and provided that when the 3-substituent is hydrogen the 4-substituent is not hydroxy or hydrogen.The compounds are potent adenosine receptor antagonists having relatively low lipophilicity. The compounds are intended for use as bronchodilators and cardiotonics.

Abstract: A method for the preparation of enprofylline is disclosed, which method comprises(a) treating 6-amino-1-n-propyl-2,4-(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione in formic acid with sodium nitrite in the presence of a catalyst to the formation of 6-amino-5-formamido-1-n-propyl-2,4-(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione and(b) performing a ring-closure reaction on the formed 6-amino-5-formamido-1-n-propyl-2,4-(1H,3H)-pyrimidinedione to the formation of 3,7-dihydro-3-n-propyl-1H-purin-2,6-dione.

Abstract: The present invention is various novel diallyl analogs of xanthine. Additionally, the invention is pharmaceutical compositions having as the active compound diallyl analogs of xanthines and methods of use therefor. Processes of preparation of diallyl analogs of xanthine are also the invention. The use of the analogs relates particularly to a desirable affinity at adenosine receptors, particularly the A.sub.1 receptor. The analogs are adenosine receptor antagonists. The analogs, thus, for example provide activity for use as a CNS stimultant cognition activator, antifibrillatory agent, and bronchodilator.

Abstract: Salts of basic caffeine-8-ethers having the following general formula are disclosed: ##STR1## where X=2 or 3 and R is an alkyl group having from 1 to 3 carbon atoms, whereby the chain may be branched, in the form of fumarates. The components have pharmaceutical properties including effectiveness as anti-psoriatics.

Abstract: Novel lipid derivatives of the formula ##STR1## [wherein R.sup.1 is alkyl or alkylcarbamoyl; R.sup.2 is hydrogen, hydroxy which may be substituted, amino which may be substituted or cyclic amino; R.sup.3 is a chemical binding or alkylene which may be substituted; R.sup.4 is hydrogen, alkyl or aralkyl; X and Y are independently O, S or an imino group which may be substituted, and when Y is an imino group, Y, together with the imino group represented by X or R.sup.4, may form a ring; and Z is imino or a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring which may be substituted] and salts thereof have inhibiting activity on platelet activating factor and are useful as a preventive or therapeutic agent for a variety of circulatory diseases and allergic disorders and also as an antineoplastic agent.