Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula (I) wherein R5 is a group of formula (II) or (III) and R1, R2, R3, R4, R6, a, b, Z, Y and X are as defined in the specification, a process for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, a process for preparing pharmaceutical compositions, their use in therapy and intermediates of use in their preparation.

Abstract: [Problems] Provided is a compound which has an antagonistic action on a muscarinic M3 receptor and is useful as an active ingredient of a prophylactic and/or therapeutic agent for an inflammatory disease such as a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and the like. [Means for Solving Problems] The present inventors have made studies on a compound having an antagonistic action on the binding of a muscarinic M3 receptor, and they have found that an aza-bridged-ring compound or a salt thereof has an antagonistic action on the binding of a muscarinic M3 receptor, thereby completing the present invention. The aza-bridged-ring compound of the present invention has an antagonistic action on the binding of a muscarinic M3 receptor, and can be used as a prophylactic and/or therapeutic agent for an inflammatory disease such as a chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), asthma and the like.

Abstract: An alcohol oxidation catalyst which is an organic oxidation catalyst to oxidize an alcohol, which contains azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonane N-oxyl represented by the following formula (1) having an N-oxyl group incorporated in a bicycle[3.3.1]nonane skeleton: wherein X is H2, O or NOH.

Abstract: The invention provides a method for producing optically active 3-quinuclidinols having one or more substituted groups at the 2-position; wherein 3-quinuclidinones having one or more substituted groups at the 2-position are reacted with compounds providing hydrogen in the presence of a certain metal complex.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel isoquinoline-3-carboxylic acid amides having ?7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor agonistic activity, their preparation, their use as pharmaceuticals and pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein n is 0, 1, or 2; X is O, S, —NH—, and —N-alkyl-; Ar1 is a 6-membered aromatic ring; and Ar2 is a fused bicycloheterocycle. The compounds are useful in treating conditions or disorders prevented by or ameliorated by ?7 nAChR ligands. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions having compounds of formula (I) and methods for using such compounds and compositions.

Abstract: This invention relates to M3 antagonists of formula (I) wherein R2, R4, R5, R6, W, V, A, D, X, t, u and v are as defined herein; pharmaceutical compositions containing them; methods for their preparation; and their use in the treatment of diseases where enhanced M3 receptor activation is implicated.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I in salt or zwitterionic form wherein, wherein R1, R2, R3, and R4 have the meanings as indicated in the specification, are useful for treating conditions that are mediated by the muscarinic M3 receptor. Pharmaceutical compositions that contain the compounds and a process for preparing the compounds are also described.

Abstract: Quinuclidine carbonate derivatives act as muscarinic receptor antagonists and are effective for the prevention and/or treatment of a broncho-obstructive or inflammatory diseases.

Abstract: This invention provides improved methods for making solifenacin and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof. The instant methods are unexpectedly advantageous in their simplicity and efficiency.

Abstract: Azabicyclo pyridazinyl compounds including azabicyclooctyl-pyridazinyl-oxy compounds, which are found to be cholinergic ligands at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors and modulators of the monoamine receptors and transporters. Due to their pharmacological profile, the compounds may be used for the treatment of various diseases or disorders, including those related to the cholinergic system of the central nervous system (CNS), the peripheral nervous system (PNS), diseases or disorders related to smooth muscle contraction, endocrine diseases or disorders, diseases or disorders related to neuro-degeneration, diseases or disorders related to inflammation, pain, and withdrawal symptoms caused by the termination of abuse of chemical substances.

Abstract: The present invention provides an isoquinuclidine derivative which can be used to easily synthesize oseltamivir or an analog thereof. In particular, the present invention provides an isoquinuclidine derivative represented by the following formula (1) or an enantiomer thereof: wherein in the formula (1), A represents a protective group for the nitrogen atom; R1 to R1 each independently represent an alkyl group which may have a substituent, an aryl group which may have a substituent, or a hydrogen atom; and X represents a halogen atom.

Abstract: The present invention relates to solifenacin in solid form and a process for its preparation and to a process for the preparation of (1S)-1-Phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-isoquinoline, a key intermediate in the synthesis of solifenacin and its salts.

Abstract: The subject invention provides methods and/or processes for making stereoisomeric compounds of formula (X): wherein the variables are as defined herein, and compositions for the safe and effective treatment of various gastrointestinal disorders including, but not limited to, gastroparesis, gastroesophageal reflux and related conditions. The compounds of the subject invention are also useful in treating a variety of conditions involving the central nervous system.

Abstract: Compounds represented by formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof have excellent sodium channel inhibitory action and are useful as therapeutic agents and analgesics for various kinds of neuralgia, neuropathy, epilepsy, insomnia, premature ejaculation and the like. wherein Q represents ethylene, etc., R1, R2 and R3 represent hydrogen, etc., X1 represents C1-6 alkylene, etc., X2 represents C1-6 alkylene, etc., A1 represents a 5- to 6-membered heterocyclic group, etc., and A2 represents C6-14 aryl, etc.

Abstract: A surfactant comprising a polyether segment including at least one pendant alkoxyfluoroalkyl group, and a cationic substituent defined by one of the formulae: or the substituted derivatives thereof.

Abstract: A novel ruthenium complex which is a highly efficient catalyst useful for the production of optically active 3-quinuclidinols, and a process for production of optically active 3-quinuclidinols using the ruthenium complex as a catalyst, where the optically active 3-quinuclidinols are useful as an optically active, physiologically active compound utilized in medicines and agrichemicals or as a synthetic intermediate such as a liquid crystal material.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 1-aza-bicycloalkyl derivatives of formula I, wherein X is CH2 or a single bond; Y is a group of formula and wherein R has the meanings as defined in the specification, which compounds are alpha 7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) agonists; to processes for their production, their use as pharmaceuticals and to pharmaceutical compositions comprising them.

Abstract: This invention encompasses nicotinic acetylcholine receptor reactive compounds in accord with formula (I) Wherein: D represents O; E represents CH2, NH, O or S; n is 1 or 2 and stereoisomers, enantiomers, in vivo-hydrolysable precursors and pharmaceutically-acceptable salts of such compounds, pharmaceutical compositions and formulations containing them, methods of using them to treat diseases and conditions either alone or in combination with other therapeutically-active compounds or substances, processes and intermediates used to prepare them, uses of them as medicaments, uses of them in the manufacture of medicaments and uses of them for diagnostic and analytic purposes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to intermediates useful in the synthesis of Dolasetron and synthetic precursors thereof, as well as to processes for obtaining them. In addition, it refers to the hydrochloric salt of Dolasetron and polymorphic forms of Dolasetron and precursors thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to the quinuclidine compounds of formula I having quaternary ammonium group, its preparation, and the pharmaceutical composition comprising an effective amount of the compound of formula I. The compound and the composition are used to prevent and treat the diseases by blocking acetylcholine receptor. Wherein: R1 is selected from C1-12 saturated straight-chain alkyl and cycloalkyl; R2 is selected from C1-12 saturated straight-chain alkyl or straight-chain alkyl; X is selected from halogen ion, organic and inorganic acid radical.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel azabicyclic aryl derivatives which are found to be cholinergic ligands at the nicotinic acetylcholine receptors. Due to their pharmacological profile the compounds of the invention may be useful for the treatment of diseases or disorders as diverse as those related to the cholinergic system of the central nervous system (CNS), the peripheral nervous system (PNS), diseases or disorders related to smooth muscle contraction, endocrine diseases or disorders, diseases or disorders related to neuro-degeneration, diseases or disorders related to inflammation, pain, and withdrawal symptoms caused by the termination of abuse of chemical substances.

Abstract: Carbamates of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, including quaternary ammonium salts of formula (II) are disclosed; as well as processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and their use in therapy as antagonists of M3 muscarinic receptors.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 1-aza-bicycloalkyl derivatives of formula I, wherein X is CH2 or a single bond; Y is a group of formula and wherein R has the meanings as defined in the specification, which compounds are alpha 7 nicotinic acetylcholine receptor (nAChR) agonists; to processes for their production, their use as pharmaceuticals and to pharmaceutical compositions comprising them.

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I); in salt or zwitterionic form wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 have the meanings as indicated in the specification, are useful for treating conditions that are mediated by the muscarinic M3 receptor, especially inflammatory or obstructive airways diseases. Pharmaceutical compositions that contain the compounds and a process for preparing the compounds are also described.

Abstract: New quinuclidine amide derivatives having the chemical structure of general formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof including quaternary salts of formula (II) are disclosed; as well as processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions 10 comprising them and their use in therapy as antagonists of M3 muscarinic receptors.

Abstract: Novel compounds are provided which are GPR119 G protein-coupled receptor modulators. GPR119 G protein-coupled receptor modulators are useful in treating, preventing, or slowing the progression of diseases requiring GPR 119 G protein-coupled receptor modulator therapy. These novel compounds have the structure Formula I or Formula IA.

Abstract: An object of the present invention is to provide a process for producing optically active 3-quinuclidinol having high optical purity or the salt thereof at high yield. The invention relates to a process for producing optically active 3-quinuclidinol or the salt thereof by reacting 3-quinuclidinone or the salt thereof with hydrogen in the presence of a basic compound, a complex of a transition metal in Groups 8 to 10, an optically active bidentate ligand and an optically active diamine.

Abstract: The invention describes compositions and kits comprising at least qrie organic nitric oxide enhancing salt of an angiotensin converting enzyme inhibitor, and, optionally, at least one nitric oxide enhancing compound and/or at least one therapeutic agent. The invention also provides methods for (a) treating cardiovascular diseases; (b) treating renovascular diseases; (c) treating diabetes; (d) treating diseases resulting from oxidative stress; (e) treating endothelial dysfunctions; (f) treating diseases caused by endothelial dysfunctions; (g) treating cirrhosis; (h) treating pre-eclampsia; Q) treating osteoporosis; (k) treating nephropathy; (l) treating peripheral vascular diseases; (m) treating portal hypertension; (n) treating ophthalmic disorders; (o) treating metabolic syndrome; and (p) treating hyperlipidemia.

Abstract: Carbamate of general formula (I), wherein R1, R2, and R3 are H, OH, NO2, SH, CN, F, Cl, Br, I, COOH, CONH2, (C1-C4)-alkoxycarbonyl, (C1-C4)-alkylsulfanyl, (C1-C4)-alkylsulfinyl, (C1-C4)-alkylsulfonyl, (C1-C4)-alkoxyl optionally substituted with one or several F, and (C1-C4)-alkyl optionally substituted with one or several F or OH; R4 is cycloalkyl, phenyl, heteroaryl or a bicyclic ring system; R5 is cycloalkyl, (C5-C10)-alkyl, a substituted (C1-C10)-alkyl; and X? is a physiologically acceptable anion. Carbamate (I) is selective M3 receptor antagonists versus M2 receptor and may be used for the treatment of urinary incontinence (particularly, the one caused by overactive bladder), irritable bowel syndrome, and respiratory disorders (particularly, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, chronic bronchitis, asthma, emphysema, and rhinitis), as well as in ophthalmic interventions.

Abstract: Carbamates of formula (I) or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, including quaternary ammonium salts of formula (II) are disclosed; as well as processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions comprising them and their use in therapy as antagonists of M3 muscarinic receptors.

Abstract: An industrially acceptable process for the preparation of 2-methylspiro(1,3-oxathiolane-5,3?)quiniclidine. The cis-isomer of 2-methylspiro(1,3-oxathiolane-5,3?)quiniclidine is known generally as Cevimeline.

Abstract: The invention relates to the quinuclidine compounds of formula I having quaternary ammonium group, its preparation, and the pharmaceutical composition comprising an effective amount of the compound of formula I. The compound and the composition are used to prevent and treat the diseases by blocking acetylcholine receptor. Wherein: R1 is selected from C1-12 saturated straight-chain alkyl and cycloalkyl; R2 is selected from C1-12 saturated straight-chain alkyl or straight-chain alkyl; X is selected from halogen ion, organic and inorganic acid radical.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, which are useful for the inhibition of the uptake of one or more physiologically active monoamines (serotonin, norepinephrine, and dopamine).

Abstract: The present invention provides an improved synthetic strategy for the preparation of solifenacin and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: An alcohol oxidation catalyst which is an organic oxidation catalyst to oxidize an alcohol, which contains azabicyclo [3.3.1]nonane N-oxyl represented by the following formula (1) having an N-oxyl group incorporated in a bicycle[3.3.1]nonane skeleton: wherein X is H2, O or NOH.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) wherein the different substituents and/or radicals have the values defined in the claims. The invention also relates to a process for the preparation of said compounds, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising them, as well as to combinations of said compounds with other compounds which are active in the treatment of respiratory, urological or gastrointestinal disorders or diseases. Finally the invention also relates to the use of the compounds of formula (I) for the treatment of respiratory, urological or gastrointestinal disorders or diseases.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of the formula (I) or a salt, tautomer, solvate or N-oxides thereof; wherein: R1 is selected from (a) 2,6-dichlorophenyl; (b) 2,6-difluorophenyl; (c) a 2,3,6-trisubstituted phenyl group wherein the substituents are fluorine, chlorine, methyl or methoxy; and (d) a group R0 wherein R0 is a 3-12 membered carbocyclic or heterocyclic group; or optionally substituted C1-8 hydrocarbyl; R2a and R2b are each hydrogen or methyl; and R3 is as defined in the claims. The compounds have activity as inhibitors of Cyclin Dependent Kinases (CDK) and Glycogen Synthase Kinases (GSK) kinases and are useful in the treatment or prophylaxis of disease states or conditions mediated by the kinases.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a method for obtaining Dolasetron that comprises: a) Esterification of the alcohol of formula (IV) with indole-3-carboxylic acid (compound (III)) or a reactive derivative thereof, to give a compound of formula (V), followed by step b) which includes Dieckmann reaction of the intermediate (V), by reaction with a strong organic or inorganic base, to give the intermediate (VI), and step c) which comprises dealcoxycarbonylation of the intermediate (VI) to give Dolasetron base and, if desired, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, hydrates or solvates of the base of said salt. The invention also relates to the intermediates (V) and (VI), and methods for obtaining them. With the method of the present invention Dolasetron is obtained at industrial scale with good yields, with decreased use of reactants and solvents, while said method is also of greater atomic efficiency.

Abstract: A series of N-substituted 9-azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonan-3?-yl phenylcarbamate analogs are disclosed, as well as methods of their preparation. Their affinities for sigma (?1 and ?2) receptors are described. Two new compounds, N-(9-(4-aminobutyl)-9-azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonan-3?-yl)-N?-(2-methoxy-5-methylphenyl)carbamate and N-(9-(6-aminohexyl)-9-azabicyclo[3.3.1]nonan-3?-yl)-N?-(2-methoxy-5-methylphenyl)carbamate, are shown to have a high affinity and selectivity for ?2 versus ?1 receptors. Among the disclosed compounds are biotinylated and fluorescent analogs. These compounds can serve as probes to the ?2 receptor. In addition, some disclosed compounds can induce apoptotic cell death by both caspase-dependent and caspase-independent mechanisms, and are effective for treatment of tumors. The compounds can be used as chemotherapeutics or chemosensitizers in the treatment of a wide variety of solid tumors.

Abstract: Polymorphic forms of solifenacin base have been prepared and characterized. These polymorphic forms are particularly useful for preparing solifenacin salts.

Abstract: The invention concerns quinuclidine derivatives of formula I or II wherein the substituents are as defined in the specification, as well as their use as pharmaceuticals. The compounds of the invention show high affinities for m3 and/or m2 muscarinic receptors and are particularly suited for treating urinary incontinence.

Abstract: The invention provides 1-phenethyl-3 (R)-(9[H]-xanthene-9-carbonyloxy)-1 -azoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane in salt form, pharmaceutical compositions comprising it, and methods of using it for treatment of respiratory disorders.

Abstract: A depressant of capsaicin-sensitive sensory nerve, containing quinuclidin-3?-yl 1-phenyl-1,2,3,4-tetrahydroisoquinoline-2-carboxylate or a salt thereof as an active ingredient, specifically a therapeutic drug of interstitial cystitis, hypersensitive disorder of the lower urinary tract, and/or abacterial prostatitis.

Abstract: The subject invention provides methods and/or processes for making stereoisomeric compounds of formula (X): wherein the variables are as defined herein, and compositions for the safe and effective treatment of various gastrointestinal disorders including, but not limited to, gastroparesis, gastroesophageal reflux and related conditions. The compounds of the subject invention are also useful in treating a variety of conditions involving the central nervous system.

Abstract: A compound which is a carbamate of formula: wherein R1 represents R2 represents a benzyl, phenethyl, furan-2-ylmethyl, furan-3-ylmethyl, thiophen-2-ylmethyl or thiophen-3-ylmethyl group or a straight or branched alkyl group having 3 to 8 carbon atoms, an alkenyl group having 3 to 8 carbon atoms, or a cycloalkyl group of 3 to 6 carbon atoms; p is 1 or 2 and the substitution in the azoniabicyclic ring may be in the 2, 3 or 4 position including all possible configurations of the asymmetric carbons; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides 3 (R)-(2-hydroxy-2,2-dithien-2-ylacetoxy)-1-(3-phenoxypropyl)-1 -azoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane in salt form, pharmaceutical compositions comprising it, and methods of using it for treatment of respiratory disorders, in association with phosphodiesterase 4 inhibitors.

Abstract: Patients susceptible to or suffering from disorders, such as central nervous system disorders, which are characterized by an alteration in normal neurotransmitter release, such as dopamine release (e.g., Parkinsonism, Parkinson's Disease, Tourette's Syndrome, attention deficient disorder, or schizophrenia), are treated by administering a 1-aza-2-(3-pyridyl)bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, a 1-aza-2-(3-pyridyl)bicyclo[2.2.2]octane, a 1-aza-2-(3-pyridyl)bicyclo[3.2.1]octane, a 1-aza-2-(3-pyridyl)bicyclo[3.2.2]nonane, a 1-aza-7-(3-pyridyl) bicyclo[2.2.1]heptane, a 1-aza-3-(3-pyridyl)bicyclo[3.2.2]nonane, or a 1-aza-7-(3-pyridyl)bicyclo[3.2.2]nonane. The compounds can exist as individual stereoisomers, racemic mixtures, diastereomers and the like.

Abstract: A compound which is a carbamate of formula: wherein R1 represents R2 represents a benzyl, phenethyl, furan-2-ylmethyl, furan-3-ylmethyl, thiophen-2-ylmethyl or thiophen-3-ylmethyl group or a straight or branched alkyl group having 3 to 8 carbon atoms, an alkenyl group having 3 to 8 carbon atoms, or a cycloalkyl group of 3 to 6 carbon atoms; p is 1 or 2 and the substitution in the azoniabicyclic ring may be in the 2, 3 or 4 position including all possible configurations of the asymmetric carbons; or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides 3(R)-(2-hydroxy-2,2-dithien-2-ylacetoxy)-1-(3-phenoxypropyl)-1-azoniabicyclo[2.2.2]octane in salt form, pharmaceutical compositions comprising it, and methods of using it for treatment of respiratory disorders, in association with steroids.