Abstract: Compounds of formula (I), combinations and uses thereof for disease therapy, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or solvate thereof, including all tautomers, stereoisomers and polymorphs thereof wherein: R1 represents C2-8alkyl; C2-8alkenyl; —(C1-6alkyl)-aryl; —(C1-6alkyl)-heteroaryl; —(C1-6alkyl)-carbocyclyl; —(C1-6alkyl)-heterocyclyl; -aryl; -heteroaryl; -carbocyclyl or -heterocyclyl; wherein said aryl or heteroaryl groups may be optionally substituted by one or more substituents selected from, C1-4alkyl, C1-4-fluoroalkyl, C1-4alkoxy, C1-4-fluoroalkoxy, hydroxy, —SO2(C1-4alkyl), —SO2N(C1-4alkyl)(C1-4alkyl), —SOC1-4alkyl, —SOC3-6cycloalkyl —C(O)O(C1-4alkyl), benzyloxy and phenyl; and wherein said carbocyclyl and heterocyclyl groups may be optionally substituted by one or more substituents selected from —C1-4 alkyl, —C1-4 alkoxy, hydroxyl, halogen and oxo; R2 represents H; C1-4alkyl or halogen; R3 represents H; C1-4alkyl or halogen; and R4 represents H; C1-4alkyl or halogen.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I), in which R, X, X? and R2, R2?, R2?, R3?, R2?? and R7 have the meanings indicated in claim 1, are inhibitors of CHK1 CHK2 and SGK kinases and can be employed, inter alia, for the treatment of cancer.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds and methods of imaging amyloid deposits using radiolabeled compounds. This invention also provides a method of inhibiting the aggregation of amyloid proteins to form amyloid plaques or deposits, a method of determining a therapeutic compound's ability to inhibit aggregation of amyloid protein, and a method of delivering a therapeutic agent to amyloid deposits.

Abstract: Novel fused heteroaromatic compounds, including derivatives thereof, to intermediates for their preparation, to pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to their medicinal use are described. The compounds of the present invention are potent inhibitors of transforming growth factor (“TGF”)-? signaling pathway. They are useful in the treatment of various TGF-related disease states including, for example, cancer and fibrotic diseases.

Abstract: A pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine derivative represented by formula (I) and salt thereof exhibit excellent MAPKAP-K2 inhibitory activity. Accordingly, medicines comprising this compound as an active ingredient are expected to be valuable for treating or preventing diseases mediated by MAPKAP-K2 such as inflammatory injury, autoimmune diseases, asteropathia destruens, cancer and/or growth of tumor.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine compounds of general formula (I): as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 are as defined in the claims. The compounds have specific affinity for GABAA receptor and are therefore useful in the treatment and prevention of diseases modulated by ?1- and ?2-GABAA receptors.

Abstract: The invention provides imidazopyridine derivatives represented by the general formula [I] [in which R1 and R2 may be the same or different and stand for C1-6 alkyl or the like, R3 and R4 stand for hydrogen atom, methyl group or the like, W stands for mono- or bi-cyclic 3- to 8-membered aromatic or aliphatic heterocycle or the like, and Ar stands for optionally substituted aromatic heterocycle or the like]. These compounds act as melanin-concentrating hormone receptor antagonist and are useful as medicines for central nervous system disorders, cardiovascular system disorders and metabolic disorders.

Abstract: A method for converting polymorphs of Zolpidem hemitartrate, the method comprising treating tablets comprising Zolpidem hemitartrate with heat and/or moisture.

Abstract: This invention is directed to pyridopyrimidinone compounds of formula (I): wherein n, R1, R2 and R3 are as defined herein, as a stereoisomer, enantiomer, tautomer thereof or mixtures thereof; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, solvate or prodrug thereof, useful for the treatment and/or prevention of sodium channel-mediated diseases or conditions, such as pain.

Abstract: N- and O-substituted 4[2-diaromaticmethoxy and methylamino)alkyl] piperidines exhibit high CNS activity with respect to the dopamine transporter (DAT) and serotonin transporter (SERT). Preferred compounds exhibit highly differential behavior as between the DAT and SERT and between the DAT and the norepinephrine transporter (NET). The compounds have utility in treating CNS disorders, including but not limited to cocaine addiction, depression, and Parkinson's disease.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds that demonstrate protective effects on target cells from HIV infection in a manner as to bind to a chemokine receptor, and which affect the binding of a natural ligand or chemokine to a receptor, such as CXCR4 of a target cell.

Abstract: The present invention is concerned with aryl-isoxazol-4-yl-imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine derivatives of formula wherein: R1, R2, and R3 are as defined herein and pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. These compounds have high affinity and selectivity for GABA A ?5 receptor binding sites. The invention also relates to methods for enhancing cognition and treating cognitive disorders like Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The present invention comprises a new class of compounds useful for the prophylaxis and treatment of protein kinase mediated diseases, including inflammation and related conditions. The compounds have a general Formula I wherein A, B, R1, R2, R3 and R4 are defined herein. The invention also comprises pharmaceutical compositions including one or more compounds of Formula I, uses of such compounds and compositions for treatment of P38 map kinase mediated diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis and other inflammation disorders, as well as intermediates and processes useful for the preparation of compounds of Formula I.

Abstract: An improved process for the preparation of a heteroaryl acetamide from a heteroaryl ?-hydroxyacetamide is provied. The process comprises directly hydrogenating the heteroaryl ?-hydroxyacetamide in the presence of a strong acid, a halide and a catalyst. In one embodiment, the heteroaryl acetamide is zolpidem and the heteroaryl ?-hydroxyacetamide is ?-hydroxyzolpidem.

Abstract: Imidazopyridine-based compounds and organic light emitting diodes (OLEDs) including organic layers including the imidazopyridine-based compounds are provided. The organic light emitting diodes including organic layers having the imidazopyridine-based compounds have low driving voltages, high efficiencies, high luminance, long life-times and low power consumption.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a multiparticulate, modified release solid dispersion formulation, comprising a drug substance having a pH-dependent solubility, said drug substance being a compound of the formula I, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; a hydrophobic matrix former which is a water-insoluble, non-swelling amphiphilic lipid; and a hydrophilic matrix former which is a meltable, water-soluble excipient; wherein the weight ratio hydrophobic matrix former/hydrophilic matrix former is ?1; and the particle size is less than 300 ?m. Also a unit dosage of the same, as well as a process for the preparation thereof and the use of the formulation and unit dosage is claimed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound represented by the Formula [I]: Wherein: the A ring is a 5-membered aromatic heterocyclic group containing at least one hetero atom selected from a nitrogen atom, and the like; A1 and A2, are each a nitrogen atom, and the like; X2, X3, X4, and X5 are all carbon atoms, or alternatively any one of X2, X3, X4, and X5 is a nitrogen atom and the rest are all carbon atoms; R1 is a hydrogen atom, or the like; R2, R3, R4, and R5, are each a hydrogen atom, or the like; R6 and R6?, are each a hydrogen atom, and the like; R7 is an aryl group and the like; and R8 is an amino group or a hydroxy group, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt or ester thereof.

Abstract: Novel pyrazolopyridine derivative compounds are disclosed and their use as pharmaceutical agents, in particular their use as TGF-beta signal transduction inhibitors useful in the treatment of cancer and other disease states influenced by TGF beta.

Abstract: Imidazo[1,2-a]pyridines of the formulae I and II: are disclosed. The compounds are useful to treat anxiety and insomnia. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods are also disclosed.

Abstract: The application relates to novel heterocyclic compounds of the general formula (I) (I*) in which R, R1, R2, X, Y, Z and n have the meanings defined in the description, to a process for their preparation and to the use of these compounds as medicaments, in particular as aromatase inhibitors.

Abstract: The application relates to novel heterocyclic compounds of the general formula (I) in which R, R1, R2, X, Y, Z and n have the meanings defined in the description, to a process for their preparation and to the use of these compounds as medicaments, in particular as aldosterone synthase inhibitors.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) (wherein R1 is a hydrogen atom, a hydrocarbon group which may be substituted, a non-aromatic heterocyclic group which may be substituted, R2 is a hydrocarbon group which may be substituted, a non-aromatic heterocyclic group which may be substituted, or R1 and R2 may combine to each other together with A to form a heterocyclic group which may be substituted; A is N or N+—R5.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to novel heteroatom containing tetracyclic derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of disorders mediated by one or more estrogen receptors. The compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment of disorders associated with the depletion of estrogen such as hot flashes, vaginal dryness, osteopenia and osteoporosis; hormone sensitive cancers and hyperplasia of the breast, endometrium, cervix and prostate; endometriosis, uterine fibroids, osteoarthritis and as contraceptive agents, alone or in combination with a progestogen or progestogen antagonist.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new compounds of the formula (I) a process for their preparation, pharmaceutical formulations containing said therapeutically active compounds and to the use of said active compounds in therapy, as well as intermediates used in the preparation of said active compounds

Abstract: Novel C-imidazo[1,2-?]pyridin-3-yl-methylamine compounds corresponding to formula I, wherein R1-R6 have the meanings provided in the description. Pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds are also provided, as well as methods of using these compounds for treating or inhibiting various illnesses or other conditions.

Abstract: Substituted C-imidazo [1,2-a]pyridine-3-yl methylamines and physiologically acceptable salts thereof, a method for the production thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and pharmaceutical uses thereof, e.g., as NO synthase inhibitors.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of the formula 1, in which R1, R2, R3, Arom and PG have the meanings as indicated in the description. These compounds are valuable intermediates for the preparation of pharmaceutically active compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 8-substituted imidazopyridines of a certain formula (1) in which the substitutents and symbols have the meanings indicated in the description. The compounds have gastric secretion inhibiting and excellent gastric and intestinal protective action properties.

Abstract: A compound represented by the formula: [wherein R1 is methoxy, methylthio, ethyl, etc.; R5 and R6 are each independently cyclopropylmethyl, (4-tetrahydropyranyl)methyl, etc.; and two of R40, R41 and R42 are C1-6 alkoxy while the remaining one is methoxymethyl, etc.], a salt thereof, or a hydrate of the foregoing. This compound has excellent antagonism against corticotropin-releasing factor receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel compounds of formula I and their use in the inhibition of c-Jun N-terminal kinases. The present invention further provides the use of these compounds in medicine, in particular in the prevention and/or treatment of neurodegenerative disorders related to apoptosis and/or inflammation.

Abstract: Compounds represented by the general formula: [wherein R1 represents methoxy, ethyl, methylthio, etc., R2, R3 and R4 each represent hydrogen, a halogen, etc., R5 and R6 each represent —X5—X6—X7 (wherein X5 represents a single bond or —CO—, X6 represents a single bond, —NR3a, etc. and X7 and R3a each represent hydrogen, C1-10 alkyl, etc.), and Ar represents phenyl, pyridyl, etc.], salts thereof and hydrates of the foregoing.

Abstract: The present invention provides a fused ring compound of the following formula [I] wherein each symbol is as defined in the specification, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and a therapeutic agent for hepatitis C, which contains this compound. The compound of the present invention shows an anti-hepatitis C virus (HCV) action based on the HCV polymerase inhibitory activity, and is useful as a therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for hepatitis C.

Abstract: A class of 8-fluoro-3-phenylimidazo[1,2-?]pyridine derivatives, substituted at the meta position of the phenyl ring by an optionally substituted aryl or heteroaryl group, or by a pyrrolidinonyl group, which is directly attached or bridged by an oxygen atom or by a —NH— or —OCH2— linkage, being selective ligands for GABAA receptors, in particular having high affinity for the ?2 and/or ?3 and/or ?5 subunit thereof, are accordingly of benefit in the treatment and/or prevention of adverse conditions of the central nervous system, including anxiety, convulsions and cognitive disorders.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the Formula V and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and prodrugs thereof, wherein R1, R2, R7, R8, R9, R10, R11 and W are as defined in the specification. Such compounds are MEK inhibitors and useful in the treatment of hyperproliferative diseases, such as cancer and inflammation, in mammals. Also disclosed are methods of using such compounds in the treatment of hyperproliferative diseases in mammals and pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 2-imidazo[1,2-a]pyridine group containing ?3 adrenergic receptor agonists or pharmaceutical salts thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to methods of synthesizing 2-substituted azole compunds of formula (I): The invention is also relates to compounds of formula (I) and to intermediate compounds in the synthesis method.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of the formula 1, in which the substituents and symbols have the meanings indicated in the description. The compounds are valuable intermediates for the preparation of pharmaceutical active compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 2-imidazo[1,5-a]pyridine containing ?3 adrenergic receptor agonists or pharmaceutical salts thereof.

Abstract: This invention describes reagent precursors and methods for chemical and biochemical reactions. These reagent precursors that can be activated in solution upon irradiation to generate reagents required for the subsequent chemical reactions. Specifically, photogenerated reagents (PGR) are useful for controlling parallel combinatorial synthesis and various chemical and biochemical reactions.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the Formula and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and prodrugs thereof, wherein R1, R2, R7, R8, R9 and R10, W and Y are as defined in the specification. Such compounds are MEK inhibitors and useful in the treatment of hyperproliferative diseases, such as cancer and inflammation, in mammals. Also disclosed are methods of using such compounds in the treatment of hyperproliferative diseases in mammals and pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: A class of 8-fluoroimidazo[1,2-?]pyridine derivatives, substituted at the 3-position by an optionally substituted five-membered or six-membered heteroaromatic ring, being selective ligands for GABAA receptors, in particular having high affinity for the ?2 and/or ?3 and/or ?5 subunit thereof, are accordingly of benefit in the treatment and/or prevention of adverse conditions of the central nervous system, including anxiety, convulsions and cognitive disorders.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I) provide pharmacological agents which are inhibitors of the P450 enzyme, aldosterone synthase, and thus may be employed for the treatment of aldosterone mediated conditions. Accordingly, the compounds of formula (I) may be employed for prevention, delay of progression, or treatment of hypokalemia, hypertension, congestive heart failure, renal failure, in particular, chronic renal failure, restenosis, atherosclerosis, syndrome X, obesity, nephropathy, post-myocardial infarction, coronary heart diseases, increased formation of collagen, fibrosis and remodeling following hypertension and endothelial dysfunction. Preferred are the compounds of formula (I) which are selective inhibitors of aldosterone synthase devoid of undesirable side effects due to general inhibition of cytochrome P450 enzymes.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of formula I and the use thereof for the therapeutic treatment of a CNS disorder relating to or affected by the 5-HT6 receptor

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein R1 or R2 is a tricyclic or bicyclic ring, each of which contains at least two heteroatoms, and R1, R2, R3, R3a, R3b, R4, R5, L, X, X?, Y, Y?, Z, and Z? are as defined herein, are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by histamine-3 receptor ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions comprising the histamine-3 receptor ligands, methods for using such compounds and compositions, and a process for preparing compounds within the scope of formula (I).

Abstract: The present invention relates to a ?3 adrenergic receptor agonist of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutical salt thereof; useful for treating Type II diabetes and/or obesity

Abstract: The invention features pharmaceutically-active imidazopyridines and derivatives that are substituted with phenyl, methods of making them, and methods of using them.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of imidazo[1,2-a]-5,6,7,8-tetra hydropyridin-8-ones by reaction of ?-butyrolactones with imidazols, novel imidazo[1,2-a]-5,6,7,8-tetrahydropyridin-8-ones, and their use for the preparation of imidazo[1,2-a]pyridines are described.

Abstract: A compound represented by the formula: [wherein R1 is methoxy, methylthio, ethyl, etc.; R5 and R6 are each independently cyclopropylmethyl, (4-tetrahydropyranyl)methyl, etc.; and two of R40, R41 and R42 are C1-6 alkoxy while the remaining one is methoxymethyl, etc.], a salt thereof, or a hydrate of the foregoing. This compound has excellent antagonism against corticotropin-releasing factor receptor.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I): wherein all variables are as defined herein, pharmaceutical compositions containing the same, processes for preparing the same and their use as pharmaceutical agents.

Abstract: In its many embodiments, the present invention provides a novel class of pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine compounds as inhibitors of cyclin dependent kinases, methods of preparing such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions containing one or more such compounds, methods of preparing pharmaceutical formulations comprising one or more such compounds, and methods of treatment, prevention, inhibition, or amelioration of one or more diseases associated with the CDKs using such compounds or pharmaceutical compositions.