Abstract: The use of products of formula (I) is described, wherein X and Y represent hydrogen, hydroxy or alkoxy; and R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 represent H, alkyl, alkenyl or alkynyl, arylalkyl, acyl or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 together with nitrogen form a heterocycle for preparing an antitumoral drug.

Abstract: A novel series of polycyclic amines, derivatives, methods of making the compounds, novel intermediates, compositions containing them, and methods for using them in the treatment and prevention of cerebrovascular disorders are disclosed.

Abstract: Nitroaryl carbonyl Formula (IIA) compounds, their nitrodihydroaryl carbonyl Formula (I) intermediates, processes for preparing Formula (II) compounds, and a process for preparing Formula (I) compounds, wherein each process comprises the reaction of a nitroaryl compound with a silane.

Abstract: Cyclophanes of the general formula ##STR1## wherein X.sub.1, X.sub.2, A, R and R.sub.1 to R.sub.4 are as defined herein, the enantiomers, diastereomers and addition salts thereof and, more particularly, for pharmaceutical use, the physiologically acceptable addition salts thereof, which have pharmacological properties such as lowering blood pressure, dilating the coronary blood vessels and a mild heart rate lowering activity, pharmaceutical compositions which contain these compounds and processes for preparing them.

Abstract: Novel tricyclic compounds having a TXA.sub.2 antagonizing activity represented by formula (I): ##STR1## possess a potent antagonizing action against thromboxane A.sub.2 and also an antiallergic and/or antihistaminic acitvity, and are expected to have preventive and therapeutic effects on ischemic diseases, cerebro-vascular diseases, etc.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel NMDA receptor antagonists and methods for their use. The present invention also provided pharmaceutical compositions comprising such NMDA receptor antagonists.

Abstract: Substituted 3-aminosydnone imines of the formula I ##STR1## and their pharmacologically acceptable acid addition salts, in which A denotes, for example, --CH.sub.2 --,R.sup.1 denotes hydrogen or the radical --COR.sup.5,R.sup.2, R.sup.3 denote alkyl having 1 to 4 C atoms,R.sup.5 denotes, for example, an aliphatic radical having 1 to 4 C atoms,and methods for preparing such compounds by cyclization of a compound of the formula II ##STR2## and if desired subsequent acylation. The invention also includes formulations containing effective amounts of such compounds, and methods for administering same to patients for the control and prophylaxis of cardiovascular disorders.

Abstract: Various cyproheptadine derivatives sensitize multidrug resistant cells to certain chemotherapeutic agents. As such, these cyproheptadine derivatives are useful as adjuncts in the reversal of multidrug resistance in mammalian tumor cells either as compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, or pharmaceutical composition ingredients in combination with anticancer chemotherapeutic agents or compounds.

Abstract: A cyclic amine compound is defined by the formula: ##STR1## in which J is indanyl, indanonyl, indenyl, indenonyl, indanedionyl, tetralonyl, benzosuberonyl, indanolyl or a divalent group thereof, K is phenyl, an arylalkyl or cynnamyl, B is --(CHR22) r--, R22 being H or methyl, --CO-- (CHR22)r--, .dbd.(CH--CH.dbd.CH)b--, .dbd.CH--(CH2)c-- or .dbd.(CH--CH)d.dbd. and the ring including T and Q is piperidine. The compound is useful to treat senile dementia.

Abstract: Certain propanobicyclic amine compounds are described for treatment of CNS disorders such as psychotic disorders, convulsions, dystonia and cerebral ischemia. Compounds of particular interest are of the formula ##STR1## wherein each R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, Y and Z is independently selected from hydrido, hydroxy, alkyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, phenalkyl, phenyl, alkoxy, phenoxy, phenalkoxy, alkoxyalkyl, halo, haloalkyl and hydroxyalkyl; wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 may be taken together to form oxo;wherein each of R.sup.9, R.sup.10, R.sup.11, R.sup.12, R.sup.13 and R.sup.14 is independently selected from hydrido, alkyl, cycloalkyl, hydroxyalkyl, fluoroalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, henalkyl and phenyl; wherein G within the nitrogen-containing cyclohetero moiety is selected from ##STR2## wherein R.sup.15 is selected from hydrido, alkyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, phenyl, phenalkyl, alkoxyalkyl and hydroxyalkyl; wherein each of R.sup.16 and R.sup.

Abstract: A piperidine derivative represented by the following general formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R represents a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl group; X represents --CH.dbd.CH--, --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --, or --CH.sub.2 O--; Y represents an alkylene group having 1 to 5 carbon atoms which may be optionally substituted with a lower alkyl group, or Y represents an --A--O--B-- group wherein A and B are the same or different and each independently represented an alkylene group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms which may be optionally substituted with a lower alkyl group is disclosed. Also disclosed are a pharmacologically acceptable salt of a compound of formula (I), a method for preparation of a compound of formula (I), an antihistaminic and antiallergic agent comprising a compound of formula (I), a pharmaceutical composition comprising a compound of formula (I), and a method for the treatment of an allergic disease by administering a compound of formula (I).

Abstract: Certain ethanobicyclic amine compounds are described for treatment of CNS disorders such as psychotic disorders, convulsions, dystonia and cerebral ischemia. Compounds of particular interest are of the formula ##STR1## wherein each of R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, Y and Z is independently selected from hydrido, hydroxy, alkyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, phenalkyl, phenyl, alkoxy, phenoxy, phenalkoxy, alkoxyalkyl, halo, haloalkyl and hydroxyalkyl; wherein R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 may be taken together to form oxo;wherein each of R.sup.5, R.sup.6, R.sup.7, R.sup.8, R.sup.9 and R.sup.10 is independently selected from hydrido, alkyl, cycloalkyl, hydroxyalkyl, fluoroalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, alkoxyalkyl, phenalkyl and phenyl; wherein G within the nitrogen-containing cyclohetero moiety is selected from ##STR2## wherein R.sup.11 is selected from hydrido, alkyl, cycloalkyl, cycloalkylalkyl, phenyl, phenalkyl, alkoxyalkyl and hydroxyalkyl wherein each of R.sup.12 and R.sup.

Abstract: A novel series of polycyclic amines, derivatives, methods of making the compounds, novel intermediates, compositions containing them, and methods for using them in the treatment and prevention of cerebrovascular disorders are disclosed.

Abstract: Insecticidally active substituted heteroaryl phenyl ethers of the formula ##STR1## in which Het represents an optionally substituted heteroaromatic radical,X represents O, S, --CH.sub.2 --, --O--CH.sub.2 --, --S--CH.sub.2 --, --CH.sub.2 --O--, ##STR2## Y represents O, --O--CH.sub.2 -- or S, Z represents an optionally substituted aromatic or heteroaromatic radical;m represents integers from 1-4n represents 0, 1, 2, 3, 4O represents 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, provided than n and o do not simultaneously represent 0p represents integers from 1-4,R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 independently of one another represent hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 -alkyl which is optionally substituted; two radicals adjacent to one another can also, together with the C atoms to which they are bonded, form a saturated carbocyclic 5- or 6-ring,R.sup.1 represents identical or different radicals hydrogen, halogen, CN, C.sub.1-4 -alkyl, 1-5-halogeno-C.sub.1-4 -alkyl, C.sub.1-4 -alkoxy, C.sub.1-4 -alkylthio, 1-5-halogeno-C.sub.

Abstract: The Michael addition products of N-hydroxy hindered amines with alpha,beta-unsaturated carbonyl compounds including derivatives of esters, amids, imides and anhydrides are effective stabilizers for protecting organic polymers from the deleterious effects of actinic light.

Abstract: This invention discloses the use of muscarinic anti-cholinergic agents for reducing or preventing the toxic or lethal effects (such as seizures and brain damage) caused by cholinergic neurotoxins. The parent application disclosed that certain muscarinic anti-cholinergics classified as aryl-cycloalkyl-alkanolamines are effective in reducing or preventing the neurotoxicity of soman, a powerful nerve gas. This invention extends that discovery and identifies other muscarinic anti-cholinergic agents, including scopolamine, benactyzine, and benztropine, as highly effective and useful agents to protect against two major classes of cholinergic neurotoxins (acetylcholine receptor agonists, and cholinesterase inhibitors). Analogs of those compounds may also be effective in protecting against cholinergic neurotoxicity, as can be determined through routine screening tests using rats.

Abstract: Chromogenic phthalides and azaphthalides of the formula ##STR1## in which V.sub.1 and V.sub.2 are each, independently of the other, hydrogen, halogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, (lower alkoxy)carbonyl or --NR.sub.1 R.sub.2, at least one of the radicals V.sub.1 and V.sub.2 being lower alkoxy or --NR.sub.1 R.sub.2, A is an unsubstituted or halogen-, cyano-, nitro-, (lower alkyl)-, (lower alkoxy)-, (lower alkyl)thio-, (lower alkyl)amino- or di(lower alkyl)amino-substituted benzene, naphthalene, pyridine, quinoline, pyrazine or quinoxaline ring, B is a substituted phenyl radical of the formula ##STR2## or a 3-indolyl of the formula ##STR3## Q is ##STR4## --S-- or --O--, R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each, independently of the others, hydrogen, unsubstituted or halogen-, hydroxy-, cyano- or (lower alkoxy)-substituted alkyl, cycloalkyl or unsubstituted or ringsubstituted phenalkyl or phenyl, or the substituent pairs (R.sub.1 and R.sub.2) and (R.sub.3 and R.sub.

Abstract: Various cyproheptadine derivatives sensitize multidrug resistant cells to certain chemotherapeutic agents. As such, these cyproheptadine derivatives are useful as adjuncts in the reversal of multidrug resistance in mammalian tumor cells either as compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, or pharmaceutical composition ingredients in combination with anticancer chemotherapeutic agents or compounds.

Abstract: A new piperidine compound is pharmacologically effective for treatment of the arrythmia and is defined by the formula: ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is a lower alkyl or a tolyl, R.sup.2 is hydrogen, hydroxyl, a lower alkoxy or a lower alkyl, R.sup.3 is hydrogen, a lower alkyl, a lower alkenyl, a cycloalkyl or a cycloalkylalkyl, X is --CO--, --CH.sub.2 -- or --CHOH--, g is an integer of 1 to 3, h is an integer of 1 to 3, Y is hydrogen, a lower alkyl, a lower alkenyl, cyano, --CH.sub.2 COOR, R being hydrogen or a lower alkyl, a cycloalkyl, a cycloalkylalkyl, ##STR2## l being 1 or 2, --A--B, A being --(CH.sub.2).sub.

Abstract: Novel tricyclic compounds having a TXA.sub.2 antagonizing activity represented by formula (I): ##STR1## possess a potent antagonizing action against thromboxane A.sub.2 and also an antiallergic and/or antihistaminic activity, and are expected to have preventive and therapeutic effects on ischemic diseases, cerebro-vascular diseases, etc.

Abstract: Ethanone oximes represented by the following general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a cycloalkyl group, aryl group, aralkyl group, aryloxy group, aralkyloxy group, arylthio group or aryl sulfonyl group, those groups being optionally substituted with a substituent selected from an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, an alkoxy group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms and a halogen atom, piperidino group, piperazino group, 4-alkyl substituted piperazino group, imidazolyl group 4-alkyl substituted imidazolyl group or substituted amino group,R.sup.2 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkoxy group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, andR.sup.3 represents a piperidino group, piperazino group or 4-alkyl substituted piperazino group, orR.sup.1 and R.sup.2 together with a phenyl group to which they are attached may form a phenothiazin-2-yl group, N-acetyl-phenothiazin-2-yl group, thianthren-2-yl group, dibenzothiophen-3-yl group, dibenzofuran-3-yl group or a group of the formula: ##STR2## wherein R.sup.

Abstract: An allyl type amine is prepared by reacting an allyl type alcohol represented by the following formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1, R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 independently stand for a hydrogen atom, an aliphatic hydrocarbon group or alicyclic hydrocarbon having 1 to 8 carbon atoms, or an aromatic hydrocarbon group,with at least one member selected from the group consisting of ammonia, a primary amine and a secondary amine in the presence of a palladium compound and a multidentate phosphorus compound.

Abstract: Ethanone oximes represented by the following general formula: ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1 represents a cycloalkyl group, aryl group, aralkyl group, aryloxy group, aralkyloxy group, arylthio group or aryl sulfonyl group, those groups being optionally substituted with a substituent selected from an alkyl group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, an alkoxy group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms and a halogen atom, piperidino group, piperazino group, 4-alkyl substituted piparazino group, imidazolyl group, 4-alkyl substituted imidazolyl group or substituted amino group,R.sup.2 represents a hydrogen atom or an alkoxy group having 1 to 3 carbon atoms, andR.sup.3 represents a piperidino group, piperazino group or 4-alkyl substituted piperazino group, orR.sup.1 and R.sup.2 together with a phenyl group to which they are attached may form a phenothiazin-2-yl group, N-acetyl-phenothiazin-2-yl group, thianthren-2-yl group, dibenzothiophen-3-yl group, dibenzofuran-3-yl group or a group of the formula: ##STR2## wherein R.sup.

Abstract: 4-Dibenzocycloheptenyl, 4-dibenzocycloheptyl, and 4-dibenzoxepinylpiperidine compounds possessing antihistaminic activity.

Abstract: The present invention deals with dibenzo-oxocin-, dibenzo-thiocin-, dibenzo-azocin- and dibenzocyclo-octenamine derivatives suitable for use as antipsychotic compounds without extra-pyrimidal side-effects.

Abstract: 1,5-substituted imidazole derivatives of formula I ##STR1## the stereochemically isomeric forms thereof, and the salts thereof, have useful herbicidal properties. The substituents R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, X.sup.1, X.sup.2, X.sup.3, A, L and m have the meanings defined herein.

Abstract: A compound which is a pyrimidinylamino derivative of piperidine of formula (I) ##STR1## in which: X is a (CH.sub.2).sub.2, CH.dbd.CH or CH.sub.2 --CO group;Y is a CH.dbd.CH gruop or sulphur;n is 2, 3 or 4;R.sub.1 is hydrogen or a halogen;R.sub.2 is hydrogen or a (C.sub.1-4) alkyl group; andR.sub.3 is hydrogen or a hydroxy group;or a pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salt thereof.

Abstract: Chromogenic phthalides and azaphthalides of the formula ##STR1## in which V.sub.1 and V.sub.2 are each, independently of the other, hydrogen, halogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, (lower alkoxy)carbonyl or --NR.sub.1 R.sub.2, at least one of the radicals V.sub.1 and V.sub.2 being lower alkoxy or --NR.sub.1 R.sub.2, A is an unsubstituted or halogen-, cyano-, nitro-, (lower alkyl)-, (lower alkoxy)-, (lower alkyl)thio-, (lower alkyl)amino- or di(lower alkyl)amino-substituted benzene, naphthalene, pyridine, quinoline, pyrazine or quinoxaline ring, B is a substituted phenyl radical of the formula ##STR2## or a 3-indolyl of the formula ##STR3## Q is ##STR4## --S-- or --O--, R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are each, independently of the others, hydrogen, unsubstituted or halogen-, hydroxy-, cyano- or (lower alkoxy)-substituted alkyl, cycloalkyl or unsubstituted or ringsubstituted phenalkyl or phenyl, or the substituent pairs (R.sub.1 and R.sub.2) and (R.sub.3 and R.sub.

Abstract: Certain 1,2-diamino-4,5-dimethoxycyclohexane amide derivatives have analgesic activity, and bind selectively to the kappa opioid receptor site. Pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and a method of alleviating pain in mammals are also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel [5,6-dichloro-3-oxo-9a-propyl-2,3,9,9a -tetrahydrofluoren-7-yl)]alkanoic acids and alkanimidamides, their derivatives and their salts. The compounds are useful for the treatment and prevention of injury to the brain and of edema due to head trauma, stroke (particularly ischemic), arrested breathing, cardiac arrest, Reye's syndrome, cerebral thrombosis, cerebral embolism, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral tumors, encephalomyelitis, spinal cord injury, hydrocephalus, post-operative brain injury trauma, edema due to cerebral infections, various brain concussions and elevated intracranial pressure.

Abstract: Drugs with high anticonvulsant and analgesic activities constituted by symmetrical .beta.-dialkoxyiminocycloalklene derivatives in which the imine double bonds are conjugated with the cyclic double bond or bonds belonging to one or more fused benzene rings.

Abstract: Compounds containing at least one N,N-dialkylatable amino or amido group (e.g., aniline, dodecylamine, acetamide) are converted in a highly efficient manner into gem cyclodialkylated compounds by reaction with an unstrained cyclic ether (e.g., tetrahydrofuran) or a polyol (e.g., 1,4-butane diol) cyclizable to an unstrained ether using titanium dioxide catalysts that have prior to use:(1) a surface area of at least 70 square meters per gram (as determined by the BET method), and(2) the capability of chemically adsorbing at 100.degree. C. at least 35.times.10.sup.4 millimoles of gaseous ammonia per square meter of surface area.

Abstract: Analogs of nipecotic acid are the novel compounds of the present invention. The analogs are GABA uptake inhibitors for use to treat epilepsy and, thus, the invention is also pharmaceutical compositions and methods of use therefor.

Abstract: Novel 4-(5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-yl)piperidine compounds are disclosed. The compounds have the property of inhibiting calcium induced contraction of the smooth muscle.

Abstract: A process for the preparation of piperidylidene-dihydro-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptene or aza-derivatives thereof and intermediates in such process are disclosed.

Abstract: Propylamines of the formula (I): ##STR1## and isomers thereof, particularly those enantiomers and racemates relative to the chiral carbon indicated by an asterisk (*). The propylamines can be used for the treatment of hypertension or angina in humans. A is pyrrolidine, piperidine or morpholine and B is an aromatic heterocycle, aromatic carbocycle or saturated carbocycle.

Abstract: A compound of the formula ##STR1## and intermediates useful in preparing same.

Abstract: 10,11-Dihydro-5H-dibenzo[a,d]cycloheptadiene derivatives of the formula I ##STR1## where R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 have the meanings stated in the description, and their preparation are described. The novel substances are useful for the treatment of disorders.

Abstract: A compound of the formula ##STR1## and intermediates useful in preparing same.

Abstract: Fluorenes bearing a 9-aminoalkyl substituent are useful antiarrhythmic agents. Pharmaceutical formulations containing such compounds are provided, as well as a method of treatment.

Abstract: Piperidines substituted in the 3- and/or 4-position are prepared by reacting a glutardialdehyde substituted in the 2- and/or 3-position with ammonia or a primary amine and hydrogen at elevated temperature and under superatmospheric pressure in the presence of a hydrogenation catalyst.

Abstract: A novel photocurable monomer having the formula: ##STR1## wherein: Ar is arylene;R.sup.1 is H, alkyl, alkoxy, amino, halogen, sulfide, sulfoxide, sulfonate, aryl or heterocyclic;R.sup.2 is H, alkyl, aryl or aralkyl; andR.sup.3 is H or methyl,is useful in preparing a polymer having a high refractive index. The polymer is useful in optical components, such as lenses.

Abstract: A new class of anti-spasmodic compounds having two branch chains is provided. The compounds have the general formula: ##STR1## wherein the substituents are defined hereinbelow.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel heterocyclic derivatives bearing an amino group and to processes for making said compounds.More particularly this invention provides novel heterocyclic compounds the hetero ring of which has two hetero atoms, the same or different, substituted with a free or substituted amino group.These compounds are useful as active ingredients of drugs.

Abstract: The invention concerns:Novel dibenz/b,e/oxepin and dibenz/b,e/thiepin compounds having the general formula: ##STR1## wherein X is O or S,R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 are the same or different and are each selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, lower alkynyl, lower cycloalkyl, lower alkoxy, lower alkylthio, lower alkylsulphinyl, lower alkylsulponyl, halogen, trifluoromethyl, trifluoromethylthio, lower dialkylsulphonamido, nitro, hydroxy, cyano, carbamyl, carboxy, lower alkoxycarbonyl, amino, N-lower alkylamino, N,N-diloweralkylamino, lower acylamido, lower alkanesulfonamido and lower acyl and, when on adjacent carbon atoms at the positions 2 and 3 and/or 8 and 9, two of the substituents R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 or R.sup.3 and R.sup.4 taken together may form a methylenedioxy group;R.sup.5 and R.sup.

Abstract: Pharmaceutical compositions comprising 4-(5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-yl)piperidine compounds and the use of 4-(5H-dibenzo[a,d]cyclohepten-5-yl)piperidine compounds for treatment of certain cardiovascular disorders are disclosed.

Abstract: Piperidylidene derivatives of formula ##STR1## wherein n is 2 or 3, R.sub.1 comprises a tricyclic nucleus and R.sub.2 is hydrogen or an acid residue, useful in the treatment and prophylaxis of asthmatic conditions.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new bisamidine derivatives of polycyclic compounds such as 5,10-dioxo-4,5,9,10-tetrahydro-4,9-dioxapyrene-6(5H)-phenanthridone and 5,10-dioxo-4,5,9,10-tetrahydro-4,9-dioxapyrenephenanthridine and to a process for their preparation. The polycyclic bisamidines according to the invention are distinguished by valuable chemotherapeutic properties, such as, for example, an action against amoebas and trichomonads.

Abstract: The invention concerns 1,8-dihydroxy-9-anthrones substituted in the 10-position of the formula: ##STR1## in which: R.sub.1 represents a group taken from the set constituted by: wherein R.sub.2 represents H, C.sub.1-8 alkyl, C.sub.1-3 mono- or poly-hydroxyalkyl, carbamoly or phenyl,R.sub.3, R.sub.4, and R.sub.5 represent H, C.sub.1-8 alkyl, C.sub.3-8 mono- or poly-hydroxyalkyl, possibly interrupted by an oxygen, C.sub.3-6 cycloalkyl, or R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 form a divalent group: --(CH.sub.2).sub.(4 or 5) --, --(CH.sub.2).sub.2 --O--(CH.sub.2).sub.2 --, or --(CH.sub.2).sub.2 --N(R.sub.8)--(CH.sub.2).sub.2 --, R.sub.8 being H, --CH.sub.3, or --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OH,R.sub.6 represents 13 CO.sub.2 R.sub.5, --CN, --CHO, --CONH.sub.2, or --CONH--CH.sub.2 OH,and R.sub.7 and R'.sub.7 are H or --CH.sub.3, and their optical isomers.Utilization of the compounds (I) in human or veterinary medicine, in particular in the treatment of psoriasis and of warts, and in cosmetics.

Abstract: A 2,2,6,6-tetramethyl-4-piperidinyl derivative having a formula comprising: ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is hydrogen, an alkyl or alkylene group having 1 to about 8 carbon atoms, or cycloalkyl or aryl groups having about 5 or 6 ring carbon atoms; R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 are individually selected from hydrogen, alkyl groups having 1 to about 8 carbon atoms, and cycloalkyl and aryl groups having about 5 or 6 ring carbon atoms; R.sub.4 is selected from hydrogen and alkyl groups having 1 to about 8 carbon atoms; and n is either 1 or 2.These compounds are useful as UV light stabilizers in plastics and cosmetics (e.g. sunscreens).