Abstract: Novel 3,4-disubstituted-4-aryl-piperidine compounds are disclosed. Pharmaceutical compositions containing the 3,4-disubstituted-4-aryl-piperidine compounds and methods of their pharmaceutical uses are also disclosed. The compounds disclosed are useful, inter alia, as antagonists of opioid receptors.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula (I) wherein R represents OH or NHOH; R1 represents hydrogen, optionally substituted lower alkyl, aryl-lower alkyl, cycloalkyl-lower alkyl, or acyl derived from a carboxylic acid, from a carbonic acid, from a carbamic acid of from a sulfonic acid; R2 represents biarylsulfonyl or aryloxyarylsufonyl; R3 represents hydrogen, optionally substituted lower alkyl, aryl-lower alkyl, cycloalkyl-lower alkyl or acyl derived from a carboxylic acid, from a carbonic acid or form a carbamic acid; R4 and R5 represent independently hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxycarbonyl, aryl-lower alkyl or cycloalkyl-lower alkyl; m is zero, 1, 2 or 3; pharmaceutically acceptable prodrug derivatives thereof; pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds; and their use for inhibiting matrix degrading metalloproteinases and preventing or treating matrix metalloproteinase dependent conditions in mammals.

Abstract: An improved, highly efficient method for the preparation of flecainide acetate (I) or other pharmaceutically acceptable salts of flecainide. The method involves a technique for preparing the staring material 1,4-bis (2,2,2-trifuoroethoxy) benzene (III) in high yields by reacting 4-fluoro-1-bromobenzene (VI) with TFE in the presence of a base and a copper-containing catalyst.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to novel heterocyclic compounds. A second aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the novel heterocyclic compounds as ligands for various cellular receptors, including opiate receptors, other G-protein-coupled receptors, and ion channels. An additional aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the novel heterocyclic compounds as analgesics.

Abstract: The present invention describes a method of separation of the enantiomers of N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-1-propyl-2-piperidinocarboxamide. Another object of the present invention refers to the enantiomeric manipulation of the enantiomers of N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-1-propyl-2-piperidinocarboxamide, in order to achiever compounds and pharmaceutical compositions presenting diverse enantiomeric excesses of (S)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-1-propyl-2-piperidinocarboxamide, in order to quantify and determine the participation of (R)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-1-propyl-2-piperidinocarboxamide in the anesthetic and cardiotoxic effects. These compounds and compositions enantiomerically manipulated demonstrate to present a significant improvement in itsanesthetic properties, presenting a cardiotoxic profile equivalent to pure enantiomer, a (S)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)-1-propyl-2-piperidinocarboxamide.

Abstract: This invention relates to organic compounds of formula I, 1

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new class of serotonin 5HT2 antagonists and thier use in the treatment of a variety of diseases.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for preparing a 4-amino-4-phenylpiperidine (I): 1

Abstract: Compounds of general formula I: R1 is selected from any one of phenyl, pyridinyl, pyrrolyl, thienyl, furanyl, imidazolyl, triazolyl, thiazolyl and pyridine N-oxide; where each R1 phenyl ring and R1 heteroaromatic ring may optionally and independently be further substituted by 1, 2 or 3 substituents selected from straight and branched C1-C?6? alkyl, NO2, CF3, C1-C6 alkoxy, chloro, fluoro, bromo, and iodo. The substitutions on the phenyl ring and on the heteroaromatic ring may take place in any position on said ring systems; arc disclosed and claimed in the present application, as well as salts and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the novel compounds and their use in therapy, in particular in the management of pain, anxiety and functional gastrointestinal disorders.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of the formula: and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof wherein Q, X, Y, Z, and R1 R9, and R12-R19 are defined herein. These compounds are selective modulators of MCH 1 receptors that are, therefore, useful in the treatment of a variety of metabolic, feeding, and sexual disorders. Methods of treatment of such disorders and well as packaged pharmaceutical compositions are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel heterocyclo compounds useful as inhibitors of potassium channel function (especially inhibitors of the Kv1 subfamily of voltage gated K+ channels, especially inhibitors Kv1.5 which has been linked to the ultra-rapidly activating delayed rectifier K+ current IKur), methods of using such compounds in the prevention and treatment of arrhythmia and IKur-associated conditions, and pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds.

Abstract: This invention is directed to proteinase (protease) inhibitors, and more particularly to thiol sulfonamide inhibitors for matrix metalloproteinase 13(MMP-13), compositions of proteinase inhibitors, intermediates for the syntheses of proteinase inhibitors, processes for the preparation of proteinase inhibitors and processes for treating pathological conditions associated with pathological matrix metalloproteinase activity related to MMP-13.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of the formula I, in which R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, A, X, m and n have the meanings indicated in the claims. The compounds of the formula I are valuable pharmacologically active compounds. They exhibit a strong antithrombotic effect and are suitable, for example, for the therapy and prophylaxis of thromboembolic diseases and restenoses. They are reversible inhibitors of the blood clotting enzyme factor VIIa and can in general be applied in conditions in which an undesired activity of factor VIIa is present or for the cure or prevention of which an inhibition of factor VIIa is intended. The invention furthermore relates to processes for the preparation of compounds of the formula I, their use, for example as active ingredients in pharmaceuticals, and pharmaceutical preparations comprising them.

Abstract: This invention relates to 3-amino piperadine derivatives, their intermediates and methods of manufacture.

Abstract: An amide of the formula I 1

Abstract: This invention is directed to sulfonyl aromatic hydroxamic acid compounds and salts thereof that, inter alia, inhibit matrix metalloprotease (MMP) activity and/or aggrecanase activity. In some particularly preferred embodiments, the compound corresponds in structure to one of the following formulas: wherein W2, the R groups, and —A—R—E—Y are described in more detail in Applicants' specification. This invention also is directed to a process that comprises administering such a compound or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof to a host animal having a condition associated with MMP activity.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula: 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to the potentiation of glutamate receptor function using certain sulphonamide derivatives. It also relates to novel sulphonamide derivatives, to processes for their preparation and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: This invention relates to certain cyclic amine derivatives of Formula (I) that are CCR-3 receptor antagonists, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, methods for their use and methods for preparing these compounds.

Abstract: Generally, the present invention is directed to central nervous system dopamine transporter-imaging agents and methods of use thereof. In certain embodiments, the present invention relates to radiolabeled piperidine derivatives for use as imaging agents in the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Another aspect of the present invention relates to piperidine monoamine transporter ligands, comprising a functional group capable of chelating a radionuclide, e.g., technetium, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: One aspect of the present invention relates to heterocyclic compounds. A second aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the heterocyclic compounds as ligands for various mammalian cellular receptors, including dopamine, serotonin, or norepinephrine transporters. The compounds of the present invention will find use in the treatment of numerous ailments, conditions and diseases which afflict mammals, including but not limited to addiction, anxiety, depression, sexual dysfunction, hypertension, migraine, Alzheimer's disease, obesity, emesis, psychosis, schizophrenia, Parkinson's disease, inflammatory pain, neuropathic pain, Lesche-Nyhane disease, Wilson's disease, and Tourette's syndrome. An additional aspect of the present invention relates to the synthesis of combinatorial libraries of the heterocyclic compounds, and the screening of those libraries for biological activity, e.g., in assays based on dopamine transporters.

Abstract: The invention relates to non-peptidic compounds that possess bioactive properties, such as the ability to protect neuronal cells from otherwise lethal treatments or the ability to promote the growth or regeneration of neuronal cells. In part, the invention provides compounds that interact with or bind to a cyclophilin and compounds that have activity towards neuronal cells. Methods for using the compounds, such as administering them to cells or animals or using them to treat neurodegenerative conditions, are specifically included.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof which is useful for the treatment of conditions associated with glutamate hypofunction, such as psychiatric and neurological disorders 1

Abstract: Compounds and methods are provided for the treatment of disease conditions in which modification of serotonergic receptor activity has a beneficial effect. In the method, an effective amount of a compound is adminstered to a patient in need of such treatment.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel imaging probes and methods for using the probes in diagnostic imaging processes and other imaging processes to determine physiological functions.

Abstract: Generally, the present invention is directed to central nervous system dopamine transporter-imaging agents and methods of use thereof. In certain embodiments, the present invention relates to radiolabeled piperidine derivatives for use as imaging agents in the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Another aspect of the present invention relates to piperidine monoamine transporter ligands, comprising a functional group capable of chelating a radionuclide, e.g., technetium, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The present application describes modulators of CCR3 of formula (I): or pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, useful for the prevention of asthma and other allergic diseases.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of formula (I) 1

Abstract: This invention relates to derivatives of alpha-amino acid amides, to pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, and to their use in medicine as inhibitors of cysteine proteases, particularly the cathepsins. A compound of formula (I) is described or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrate or solvate thereof. Pharmaceutically acceptable salts of the compounds of this invention include the sodium, potassium, magnesium, calcium, hydrogen chloride, tartaric acid, succinic acid, fumaric acid and p-toluenesulfonic acid salts.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel aromatic amines of general formula (I) and to the use of these amines for the treatment of obesity, anorexia, inflammation, mental disorders an other diseases associated with the melanocortin receptors or related systems, e.g. the melanocyte stimulating hormones.

Abstract: This application relates to a compound of formula I (or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof) as defined herein, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and its use as an inhibitor of factor Xa, as well as a process for its preparation and intermediates therefor.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of general formula (I) wherein m, n, Q, Z1, Z2, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, R7 and R8 are as defined in the specification, processes for their preparation, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and their use in therapy.

Abstract: Compounds having kappa opioid agonist activity, compositions containing them and method of using them as analgesics are provided.

Abstract: The present invention discloses compounds, which are novel antagonists for melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH), as well as methods for preparing such compounds. In another embodiment, the invention discloses pharmaceutical compositions comprising such MCH antagonists as well as methods of using them to treat obesity, metabolic disorders, eating disorders such as hyperphagia, and diabetes.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds which have activity as 5-HT1A agonists and antagonists which may be useful for the treatment of anxiety, depression, cognitive deficits, and prostate cancer, having the formula 1

Abstract: The present application relates to novel opioid receptor antagonists and agonists, methods of making these compounds, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: This disclosure relates to the use of &agr;,&agr;-dibromo-&agr;-chloroacetophenone compounds as intermediates for the preparation of aromatic carbonyl compounds, especially aromatic amides. The compound 2,5-bis(2,2,2-trifluoroethoxy)-&agr;,&agr;-dibromo-&agr;-chloroacetophenone is especially useful as an intermediate for the preparation of flecainide, a known pharmaceutical.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of formula (I) 1

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds of formula (I) for treating for example sexual dysfunction, wherein R1 is optionally substituted C1-6alkyl, optionally substituted carbocyclyl, optionally substituted heterocyclyl, hydrogen, C1-6alkoxy, —NR2 R3 or —NR4SO2R5; X is the linkage —(CH2)n— or —(CH2)q—O— (wherein Y is attached to the oxygen); wherein one or more hydrogen atoms in linkage X may be replaced independently by C1-4alkoxy; hydroxy; hydroxy(C1-3alkyl); C3-7cycloalkyl; carbocyclyl; heterocyclyl; or by C1-4alkyl optionally substituted by one or more fluoro or phenyl groups; n is 3, 4, 5, 6 or 7; and q is 2, 3, 4, 5 or 6; and Y is phenyl or pyridyl, each of which may be substituted; or two R8 groups on adjacent carbon atoms together with the interconnecting carbon atoms may form a fused optionally substituted 5- or 6-membered carbocyclic or heterocyclyic ring.

Abstract: Methods for the detection of creatine compound levels in body fluid samples are discussed. Portable kits capable of determining creatine levels using non-invasive and visually detectable methods are also included.

Abstract: The present invention of compounds of formula (I) 1

Abstract: Phenyl acetamide compounds are described, including compounds of Formula I: 1

Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds of the formula I: (wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6 and X are defined herein) which are useful as modulators of chemokine receptor activity. In particular, these compounds are useful as modulators of the chemokine receptor CCR-2.

Abstract: The present application describes modulators of MCP-1 of formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds that block calcium channels having the Formula I shown below.

Abstract: 6-tert-Butyl-1,1-dimethylindane derivatives which are unsaturated in the 4-position of formula: X represents: (i) either a radical of formula: (a)  and Y represents a radical of formula: (b) (ii) or a radical of formula: (c)  and Y represents either a radical of formula (b) or a radical of formula: Z being —O—, —S— or R1 represents —CH3, —(CH2)p—OR4, —(CH2)p—COR5 or —S(O)t—R6, p being 0, 1, 2 or 3, t being 0, 1 or 2, R2 represents H or lower alkyl, R3 represents H, lower alkyl or —COR7, R4 represents H, lower alkyl, —COR7, aryl, aralkyl, mono- or polyhydroxyalkyl, or a polyether radical, R5 represents H, lower alkyl, —OR8 or —N(r′)(r″), R6 represents H or lower alkyl, R7 represents lower alkyl, R8 represents H, alkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, aryl, aralkyl, mono- or polyhydroxyalkyl, a sugar residu

Abstract: N-Substituted-N′-substituted urea derivatives represented by the following formula, analogs thereof or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are herein provided. These compounds show a TNF-&agr; production inhibitory activity.

Abstract: The present application describes modulators of CCR3 of formula (I): or pharmaceutically acceptable salt forms thereof, useful for the prevention of asthma and other allergic diseases.

Abstract: Succinoylamino hydroxyethylamino sulfonyl urea derivatives are effective as retroviral protease inhibitors, and in particular as inhibitors of HIV protease.

Abstract: Generally, the present invention is directed to central nervous system dopamine transporter-imaging agents and methods of use thereof. In certain embodiments, the present invention relates to radiolabeled piperidine derivatives for use as imaging agents in the diagnosis of Parkinson's disease. Another aspect of the present invention relates to piperidine monoamine transporter ligands, comprising a functional group capable of chelating a radionuclide, e.g., technetium, and methods of use thereof.