Abstract: NK3 receptor antagonists of formula (I): in which: Ar is an optionally substituted phenyl group, or a naphthyl or C5-7 cycloalkdienyl group, or an optionally substituted single or fused ring heterocyclic group, having aromatic character, containing from 5 to 12 ring atoms and comprising up to four hetero-atoms in the or each ring selected from S, O, N; R is linear or branched C1-8 alkyl, C3-7 cycloalkyl, C4-7 cycloalkylalkyl, an optionally substituted phenyl group or a phenyl C1-6 alkyl group, an optionally substituted five-membered heteroaromatic ring comprising up to four heteroatoms selected from O and N, hydroxy C1-6 alkyl, amino C1-6 alkyl, C1-6 alkylaminoalkyl, di C1-6 alkylaminoalkyl, C1-6 acylaminoalkyl, C1-6 alkoxyalkyl, C1-6 alkylcarbonyl, carboxy, C1-6 alkoxyxcarbonyl, C1-6 alkoxycarbonyl C1-6 alkyl, aminocarbonyl, C1-6 alkylaminocarbonyl, di C1-6 alkylaminocarbonyl, halogeno C1-6 alkyl; or is a group —(CH2)p— when cyclized onto Ar, where p is 2 or 3; R1 and R2, whi

Abstract: The invention is related to compounds of general formula (I) wherein R is methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, iso-propyl, n-butyl or allyl; R′ is methyl, methoxy, fluoro, chloro, bromo, azido, trifluorometlhyl, or OCHxFy, wherein x=0−2, y=1−3 with the. proviso that x+y=3; R″ is hydrogen, fluoro or chloro; with the proviso that R″ is fluoro or chloro only when R′ is fluoro or chloro; R4 is hydrogen or pharmaceutically acceptable inorganic or organic cations; R5 is dimethylamino or nitro; R6 is hydrogen; and when R′ is azido R5 is also ethyl, n-propyl, iso-propyl, methoxy, ethoxy, chloro, bromo, trifluoromethyl, OCHxFy, wherein x=0−2, y=1−3 with the proviso that x+y=3, or R5 and R6 taken together are methylenedioxy; and any tautomer thereof. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing a compound of the general formula (I) together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) and tautomers thereof are effective for the treatment of mammals suffering from diseases resulting from autoimmunity and pathological inflammation.

Abstract: The present invention describes methods for the stereoselective synthesis of heterocyclic enantiomers. The methods of the present invention incorporate the stereo-preferred oxidation of quinolone thiomethyl intermediates by optically active camphor based oxaziridines to provide R(+) or S(−) quinolone methylsulfinyl derivatives.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a series of novel substituted aminoalkylamide derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in the treatment of reproductive disorders and affective conditions. Further, the compounds of the invention are antagonists of follicle stimulating hormone, a hormone associated with the human reproductive system.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing quinoline-substituted carbonate and carbamate compounds, which are important intermediates in the synthesis of 6-O-substituted macrolide antibiotics. The process employs metal-catalyzed coupling reactions to provide a carbonate or carbamate of formula (I) or (II) or a substrate that can be reduced to obtain the same.

Abstract: A 1,4-substituted cyclic amine derivative represented by the following formula or a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof: wherein A, B, C, D, T, Y, and Z each represent a methine or a nitrogen linkage; R1, R2, R3, R4, and R5 each represent a substituent; n represents 0 or an integer of 1 to 3; m represents 0 or an integer of 1 to 6; and p represents an integer of 1 to 3. The compounds have serotonin antagonism. They are therefore clinically useful as medicaments, in particular, for treating, ameliorating, and preventing spastic paralysis. They are also useful as central muscle relaxants for ameliorating myotonia.

Abstract: The present invention provides fluorinated quinolones which are fluorinated on the phenyl group thereof, along with pharmaceutical formulations containing the same, methods of treating tumors or cancer by the administration of such compounds, and methods of inhibiting cellular mitosis by the administration of such compounds.

Abstract: The problem to be solved by the present invention is to provide a quinolinone derivative formulation, and its production method, having for its active ingredient the &bgr; crystal form and/or &ggr; crystal form of the quinolinone derivative represented with chemical formula (I), which is useful as a pharmaceutical, and particularly as an antiallergic, which has superior bioabsorption and stability.

Abstract: The present invention relates to quinolone compounds and their use in the treatment of viral infections.

Abstract: The invention concerns a method for preparing quinoline-5,8-diones of formula (I) wherein R1, R2 and R3 are as defined in claim 1, by light-induced oxygenation of a 8-hydroxyquinoline.

Abstract: A 2-oxoquinoline compound or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt of general formula [I]:   (wherein each symbol in the formula is as determined in the description), and its pharmaceutical use. The compound [I] of the present invention and its pharmaceutically acceptable salts selectively act on cannabinoid receptors, particularly on peripheral type cannabinoid receptors, and have fewer side effects on the central nervous system, having great immunosuppressive action, anti-inflammatory action or antiallergic action. Therefore, these compounds are useful as cannabinoid receptors (particularly peripheral type cannabinoid receptors) modulator, immunosuppressants, anti-inflammatory agents, and antiallergic agents.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) 1

Abstract: The invention is related to compounds of general formula (I) 1

Abstract: A novel 1,4-substituted cyclic amine derivative represented by the following formula or a pharmacologically acceptable salt thereof: (wherein A, B, C, D, T, Y and Z represent each methine or nitrogen; R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 represent each a substituent; n represents 0 or an integer of 1 to 3; m represents 0 or an integer of 1 to 6; and p represents an integer of 1 to 3.) The compound has a serotonin antagonism and is clinically useful as medicament, in particular, for treating, ameliorating and preventing spastic paralysis or central muscle relaxants for ameliorating myotonia.

Abstract: As novel compounds which possess a chymase-inhibiting activity and are useful as medicines for a variety of applications, there are provided SF2809-I substance, SF2809-II substance, SF2809-III substance, SF2809-IV substance, SF2809-V substance and SF2809-VI substance which are represented by the following general formula (VII) wherein R1 is a hydrogen atom, phenyl group or p-hydroxyphenyl group, and R2 is acetylamino group —NHCOCH3 or hydroxyl group, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, and which possess the chymase-inhibiting activity. Also provided is a process for the preparation of the above SF2809 substances, as well as a pharmaceutical composition comprising one of those substances.

Abstract: Organic compounds having the formulas I and II are provided where the variables have the values described herein.

Abstract: Quinoline compound, zinc halogenide complex and zinc complex suited for use in an electro-luminescence (EL) element, a fluorescent material and an ultraviolet absorption material, and a preparation process for these compounds are described. These compounds and a tautomer of the same has a strong luminescent intensity and is used for an EL material, the compound of zinc halogenide complex and zinc complex and a tautomer of the same has absorption at a wave length of 400 nm or less and is used for an ultraviolet absorption material, and further the quinoline compound and a tautomer has a strong luminescent intensity and is used for a fluorescent material. The zinc halogenide complex and zinc complex can be prepared by related preparation processes directly from a quinoline derivative and a phthalimide derivative, or by way of the quinoline compound which is obtained from these derivatives.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for the treatment of tumors in mammals by the administration of compounds of the general formula (I) wherein A is O41 or NR42 R43 wherein R41 is hydrogen or a pharmaceutically acceptable inorganic or organic cation, or CORA wherein RA is alkyl and aryl; R42 and R43 are hydrogen, C1-C4-alkyl, cyclopropyl, cyclopentyl or cyclohexyl; or R42 is benzyl or phenethyl, optionally mono- or disubstituted by methyl, iso-propyl methoxy, fluoro, chloro, bromo, dimethylamino, trifluoromethyl or nitro and R43 is hydrogen; or R42 and R43 form a 5- or 6-membered ring; or R42 is CORB wherein RB is alkyl or aryl, —CH2N(CH3)2 or —CH2CH2COOH or CORB is a 2-acyloxymethylbenzoyl group wherein RC is methyl, ethyl, phenyl or benzyl; R42 is COORD wherein RD is C1-C4-alkyl, phenyl or benzyl; or R42 is —CH2OCO-tert.

Abstract: Disclosed are quinoline and benzazepine derivatives that inhibit farnesyl-protein transferase (FTase) and the farnesylation of the oncogenic protein Ras. Thus, the compounds are useful as anti-cancer agents. The compounds are also useful in the treatment of diseases other than cancer.

Abstract: Polymorphs Form B, Form C, and amorphous of 6-[4-(1-cyclohexyl-1H-tetrazol-5-yl)butoxy]-3,4-dihydro-2(1H)-quinolinone, commonly known as cilostazol, have been identified. These polymorphs may be formed in pure form, in combination with each other, in combination with other polymorphs of cilostazol, or together with other pharmaceutical agents. Processes for preparing these polymorphs, and combinations of these polymorphs, as well as methods of use and unit dosages of these polymorphic forms, and their combinations, are described.

Abstract: Novel pyridyl or pyrimidinyl substituted cycloalkenyl compounds and compositions for use in therapy.

Abstract: Novel quinolonecarboxylic acid derivatives of general formula (1) or salts thereof which have potent antibacterial effects on gram-positive bacteria in particular Propionibacterium acnes (wherein R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a carboxyl-protective group; R2 represents an optionally substituted cycloalkyl group; R3 represents a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, an optionally substituted alkyl, alkoxy or alkylthio group, an optionally protected hydroxyl or amino group, or a nitro group; R4 represents an optionally substituted alkyl or alkoxy group; and Z represents a pyridin-4-yl or pyridin-3-yl group which is optionally substituted with at least one group selected from a halogen atom, an optionally substituted alkyl, alkenyl, cycloalkyl, alkoxy, alkylthio or amino group and an optionally protected hydroxyl or amino group).

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of the formula: wherein Ar represents an aromatic group which may be substituted; X represents methylene, S, SO, SO2 or CO; Y represents a spacer having a main chain of 2 to 5 atoms; n represents an integer of 1 to 5; i) R1 and R2 each represents a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl which may be substituted, ii) R1 and R2 form, taken together with the adjacent nitrogen atom, a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring which may be substituted, or iii) R1 or R2 together with —(CH2)n—N═ form, bonded to a component atom of Ring B, a spiro-ring which may be substituted; Ring A represents an aromatic ring which may be substituted; Ring B represents a 4- to 7-membered nitrogen-containing non-aromatic ring which may be further substituted by alkyl or acyl, with a proviso that X represents S, SO, SO2 or CO when Ring A has as a substituent a group represented by the formula: —NHCOR11 where R11 represents alkyl, alkoxyalkyl, alkylthio

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I) are inhibitors of the bacterial enzyme S aureus methionyl tRNA synthetase and are of use in treating bacterial infections.

Abstract: A high-yield, 4-step synthesis for flosequinan starting with 4-fluoroanthranilic acid comprising cyclization with phosgene to create an intermediate -A, followed by methylation to create an intermediate -B, then by reaction with dimsyl sodium to create an intermediate -C, then by reaction with triethyl orthoformate in the presence of piperdine and acetic acid to give flosequinan. The overall yield of the disclosed process is greater than about 16%.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula 1 and pharmaceutically acceptable salts and solvates thereof wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7, R8, R9, and Z are as defined herein. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising compounds of formula 1 and to methods of inhibiting abnormal cell growth, including cancer, in a mammal by administering compounds of formula 1 to the mammal. The invention also relates to intermediates and methods useful in synthesizing compounds of formula 1.

Abstract: A method for preparing an &agr;-oxolactam comprising, reacting a corresponding &agr;-diazolactam with an oxygen donor, in the presence of a transition metal catalyst, to yield the corresponding &agr;-oxolactam.

Abstract: The present invention provides for 8-hydroxy-7-substituted quinoline compounds such as formula IA These compounds are useful as anti-viral agents. Specifically, these compounds have anti-viral activity against the herpes virus, cytomegalovirus (CMV). Many of these compounds are also active against other herpes viruses, such as the varicella zoster virus, the Epstein-Barr virus, the herpes simplex virus and the human herpes virus type 8 (HHV-8).

Abstract: Disclosed are nitrosated and/or nitrosylated phosphodiesterase inhibitors having the formula NOn-PDE inhibitor where n is 1 or 2. The invention also provides compositions comprising such compounds in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The invention also provides a composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of an phosphodiesterase inhibitor (PDE inhibitor), which can optionally be substituted with at least one NO or NO2 moiety, and one to ten fold molar excess of a compound that donates, transfers or releases nitrogen monoxide as a charged species, i. e., nitrosonium (NO+) or nitroxyl (NO−), or as the neutral species, nitric oxide (NO•) or which stimulates endogenous EDRF production. The invention also provides compositions comprising such compounds in a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. The invention also provides methods for treating sexual dysfunctions in males and females.

Abstract: The present invention provides water-soluble, pyran-based photochromic compounds characterized by improved stability when in an open, excited configuration. The advantages of the present invention are provided, at least in part, by functionalizing a pyran-based photochromic compound with carboxylate functionality in such a way that the carboxylate and/or its counter ion have sufficient mobility to engage in intermolecular and intramolecular interactions. In preferred embodiments, such a mobile carboxylate and/or counter ion provided on one side of an open pyran ring is preferably capable of complexing with functionality on the other side of the open pyran ring, greatly stabilizing the open configuration.

Abstract: Benzyloxy-substituted, fused N-heterocycles, because of their ability to act as bradykinin receptor antagonists, have been found to be useful as therapeutics for the treatment and prevention of liver cirrhosis or Alzheimer's disease. This application describes such compounds, as well as processes for their preparation and use. The compounds according to this invention include compounds of formula (I) in which B, D, R1, and R2 have the meanings indicated herein.

Abstract: The bicyclic heterocyclic compounds are prepared by reaction of correspondingly substituted carboxylic acids with amines, in particular with phenylglycinolamine. The bicyclic heterocyclic compounds according to the invention are suitable as active compounds in medicaments, in particular in medicaments having an antiatherosclerotic action.

Abstract: Selected novel substituted pyridine and pyridazine compounds are effective for prophylaxis and treatment of diseases, such as TNF-&agr;, IL-1&bgr;, IL-6 and/or IL-8 mediated diseases, and other maladies, such as cancer, pain and diabetes. The invention encompasses novel compounds, analogs, prodrugs and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, pharmaceutical compositions and methods for prophylaxis and treatment of diseases and other maladies or conditions involving inflammation, cancer, pain, diabetes and the like. The subject invention also relates to processes for making such compounds as well as to intermediates useful in such processes.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I) in which the substituents have the meaning defined in the description. These novel compounds are excellent stabilizers for organic material against the damaging effects of light, heat and oxygen.

Abstract: Novel benzimidazole derivatives represented by the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.3 is a carboxyl group, a esterified carboxyl group, an amidated carboxyl group, an amino group, an amido group, or a sulfonyl group, or their pharmaceutically acceptable salts. Because of their blood sugar-depressing effect or PDE5 inhibitory effect, these compounds or salts thereof are useful as medicines for treating impaired glucose tolerance, diabetes, diabetic complications, syndrome of insulin resistance, hyperlipidemia, atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disorders, hyperglycemia, or hypertension; or stenocardia, hypertension, pulmonary hypertension, congestive heart failure, glomerulopathy, tubulointerstitial disorders, renal failure, atherosclerosis, angiostenosis, distal angiopathy, cerebral apoplexy, chronic reversible obstructions, allergic rhinitis, urticaria, glaucoma, diseases characterized by enteromotility disorders, impotence, diabetic complications, nephritis, cancerous cachexia, or restenosis after PTCA.

Abstract: There are disclosed compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which are useful as antagonists of GnRH and as such may be useful for the treatment of a variety of sex-hormone related conditions in both men and women.

Abstract: There are disclosed compounds of formula (I) ##STR1## and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which are useful as antagonists of GnRH and as such may be useful for the treatment of a variety of sex-hormone related conditions in both men and women.

Abstract: There are disclosed compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which are useful as antagonists of GnRH and as such may be useful for the treatment of a variety of sex-hormone related conditions in both men and women.

Abstract: There are disclosed compounds of formula (I) and pharmaceutical acceptable salts thereof which are useful as antagonists of GnRH and as such may be useful for the treatment of a variety of sex-hormone related conditions.

Abstract: The invention is related to compounds of general formula (I) wherein R is methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, iso-propyl, n-butyl or allyl; R' is methyl, methoxy, fluoro, chloro, bromo, trifluoromethyl, or OCH.sub.x F.sub.y, whereinx=0-2, y=1-3 with the proviso that x+y=3, R" is hydrogen, fluoro or chloro; with the proviso that R" is fluoro or chloro only when R' is fluoro or chloro; R.sub.4 is hydrogen or pharmaceutically acceptable inorganic or organic cations;R.sub.5 is ethyl, n-propyl, iso-propyl, methoxy, ethoxy, chloro, bromo, trifluoromethyl, OCH.sub.x F.sub.y, or OCH.sub.2 CH.sub.x F.sub.y wherein x=0-2, y=1-3 with the proviso that x+y=3;R.sub.6 is hydrogen; or R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 taken together are methylenedioxy; and any tautomer thereof.The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing a compound of the general formula (I) together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel benzopyran and other benzo-fused leukotriene B.sub.4 (LTB.sub.4) antagonists and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, to pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, and to methods of using such compounds as LTB.sub.4 antagonists. The compounds and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts of this invention inhibit the action of LTB.sub.4 and are therefore useful in the treatment of LTB.sub.4 induced illnesses such as inflammatory disorders including rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, psoriasis and other skin disorders such as eczema, erythema, pruritus and acne, stroke and other forms of reperfusion injury, graft rejection, autoimmune diseases, asthma, and other conditions where marked neutrophil infiltration occurs.

Abstract: The 2-aryl-substituted pyridines are prepared by reacting pyridylaldehydes with organometallic compounds and then selectively reducing the products. The 2-aryl-substituted pyridines are suitable as active compounds in medicaments, in particular in medicaments for the treatment of arteriosclerosis.

Abstract: The invention is related to compounds of general formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R is Me, Et, n-Pr, iso-Pr, n-Bu, iso-Bu, sec.-Bu or allyl; R' is hydrogen, Me, MeO, fluoro, chloro, brorno, CF.sub.3, or OCH.sub.x F.sub.y ; R" is hydrogen or fluoro, with the proviso that R" is fluoro when R' is fluoro; and further when R' and R" are both hydrogen, R is not Me; R.sub.4 is selected from hydrogen and pharmaceutically acceptable inorganic and organic cations; R.sub.5 is selected from MeS, EtS, n-PrS, iso-PrS, MeSO, EtSO, MeSO.sub.2 and EtSO.sub.2 ; wherein x=0-2, y=1-3 with the proviso that x+y=3; and Me is methyl, Et is ethyl, Pr is propsy and Bu is butyl; and any tautomer, optical isomer and racemate thereof. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing a compound of the general formula (I) together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The present invention offers 7-aminoquinolinone derivatives, physiologically acceptable salts thereof, anti-allergic agents having as an active ingredient a 7-aminoquinolinone derivative or physiologically acceptable salt thereof, and 7-nitroquinolinone derivatives, wherein the 7-aminoquinolinone derivative is expressed by the following general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is a hydrogen atom or an alkyl group;R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are mutually different groups, each of which is selected from among hydrogen atoms, acyl groups, alkyl groups or alkenyl groups; andR.sub.4 and R.sub.5 are mutually different or identical groups, each of which is selected from among hydrogen atoms, acyl groups, alkyl groups, alkenyl groups or aralkyl groups;and physiologically acceptable salts thereof.

Abstract: This invention is directed to novel imidazole and imidazoline derivatives which are selective agonists for cloned human a, adrenergic receptors. This invention is also related to the use of these compounds for the treatment of any disease where modulation of the .alpha..sub.2 receptors may be useful. The invention further provides for a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of the above-defined compounds and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: A compound of the chemical formula (I) and its pharmaceutically acceptable salt: ##STR1## wherein Y is C.sub.2 -C.sub.4 alkylene; Z is a valence bond or C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkylene; R.sup.1 is substituted or unsubstituted aryl (e.g., phenyl and naphthyl) or heteroaryl (e.g., thienyl and furyl); R.sup.2 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl; R.sup.3 is hydrogen, hydroxy or the like; R.sup.4 is substituted or unsubstituted benzyl or the like. Typical examples are (2S*,3S*,4R*,5R*)-4-Carboxy-3-[N-(5-Isopropyl-2-methoxy-benzyl)amino]-5-me thyl-2-phenylpyrrolidine and (2S*,3S*,5S*)-5-Carboxy-3-[N-(2-methoxy-5-trifluoromethoxybenzyl)amino]-2- phenylpiperidine. The novel substituted azaheterocyclecarboxylic acids in this invention have excellent substance P antagonistic activity and are thus useful for the treatment of gastrointestinal disorders, central nervous system disorders, allergy, inflammatory diseases, asthma, pain, emesis or migraine in mammals, especially humans.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of general formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R is selected from ethyl, n-propyl, iso-propyl, n-butyl, iso-butyl, sec.-butyl and allyl; R.sub.4 is selected from hydrogen and pharmaceutically acceptable inorganic and organic cations; R.sub.5 is selected from methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, iso-propyl, methoxy, ethoxy, chloro, bromo, CF.sub.3, and OCH.sub.x F.sub.y ; wherein x=0-2, y=1-3 with the proviso that x+y=3; R.sub.6 is hydrogen; or R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 taken together are methylenedioxy; and any tautomer hereof. The invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions containing a compound of the general formula (I) together with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier. Included are also processes for the preparation of the compounds of formula (I), as well as methods of treating mammals suffering from diseases resulting from autoimmunity and pathological inflammation by administering a compound having the formula (I) to said mammal.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new substituted 2,3,3a,4,9,9a-hexahydro-8-hydroxy-1H-benz[f]indole derivatives, processes for preparing them and their use as pharmaceutical compositions.

Abstract: Heteroarylpiperidines, pyrrolidines, and piperazines are useful as antipsychotic and analgesic agents. The compounds are especially useful for treating psychoses by administering to a mammal a psychoses-treating effective amount of one of the compounds. Depot derivatives of the compounds are useful for providing long acting effects of the compounds. The compounds are also useful as analgesics by administering a pain-relieving effective amount of one of the compounds to a mammal.