Abstract: The present invention is directed to compounds useful in the treatment of diseases associated with prenylation of proteins and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising same, and to methods for inhibiting protein prenylation in an organism using the same.

Abstract: Bombesin receptor antagonists are provided which are useful for the diagnosis, prevention, or treatment of male sexual dysfunction in humans and animals, female sexual dysfunction in humans and animals, anxiety and panic disorders, social phobia, depression, psychoses, sleeping disorders, memory impairment, pulmonary hypertension, lung repair and lung development disorders, cancer including prostate cancer and pancreatic cancer, hepatic porphyria, gastrointestinal secretory disturbances, gastrointestinal disorders including colitis, Crohn's disease and inflammatory bowel disease, emesis, anorexia, pain, seasonal affective disorders, feeding disorders, or pruritus.

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 invention provides photochromic bis-naphthopyran compounds as well as methods for their manufacture and their use. The bis-naphthopyran compounds of the invention exhibit a wide range of color, i.e., from pink to purple to blue gray, upon activation by a source of UV light. Additionally, the bis-naphthopyran compounds of the present invention exhibit broad coloration ability, fast response as to both color change on activation and return to original color, and good fatigue-resistance.

Abstract: A description follows of ligands having general formula (I) wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, and R6, the same or different, are selected form hydrogen, halogen, C1-C10 alkyl, C6-C15 aryl optionally halogenated, or adjacent pairs of Ri groups (with i ranging from 1 to 6) are bound to each other to give cyclic hydrocarbon structures condensed with the thiophene or pyridine ring: R7 is selected from H, C1-C10 alkyl, C6-C15 aryl: R8 is selected from C1-C10 alkyl and C6-C15 aryl. The complexes of the above ligands with transition metals are also described.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a &bgr;3 adrenergic receptor agonist of formula (I) or a pharmaceutical salt thereof, which is capable of increasing lipolysis and energy expenditure in cells and, therefore, is useful for treating Type II diabetes and/or obesity. The compound can also be used to lower triglyceride levels and cholesterol levels or raise high density lipoprotein levels or to decrease gut motility. In addition, the compound can be used to reduced neurogenic inflammation or as an antidepressant agent. Compositions and methods for the use of the compounds in the treatment of diabetes and obesity and for lowering triglyceride levels and cholesterol levels or raising high density lipoprotein levels or for decreasing gut motility are also disclosed.

Abstract: A compound of the structure A method for the inhibition of the binding of &agr;4&bgr;1 integrin to its receptors, for example VCAM-1(vascular cell adhesion molecule-1) and fibronectin; pharmaceutically active compositions comprising these compounds; and the use of these compounds for the control or prevention of diseases states in which &agr;4&bgr;1 is involved are also disclosed.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) selected from: 1

Abstract: The present application describes oxygen and sulfur containing heteroaromatics and derivatives thereof of formula I: 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula where the symbols have the meaning described in the application, have retinoid-like or retinoid antagonist-like biological activity.

Abstract: The invention relates to compounds represented by Structural Formula I, which can bind to CCR9 receptors and block the binding of a ligand (e.g., TECK) to the receptors. The invention also relates to a method of inhibiting a function of CCR9, and to the use compounds represented by Structural Formula I in research, therapeutic, prophylactic and diagnostic methods.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel benzofuran derivatives represented by the following formula (I) or salts thereof: wherein Py is a 2-, 3-, or 4-pyridyl group and R is a substituted or unsubstituted phenyl group or a substituted or unsubstituted aromatic heterocyclic group. The present invention also relates to inhibitors of steroid 17&agr;-hydroxylase and/or steroid C17-20 lyase and pharmaceutical compositions containing a benzofuran derivative of the above formula (I), or the salt.

Abstract: Novel anthelmintic compositions containing thiophene derivatives as active ingredients are disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of formula [I] in which: W may represent a —(CH2)2—, —(CH2)3—, —CH2—C≡C— or —CH2—CH═CH— group, R2 may in particular represent a piperidyl group, an optionally substituted 1,2,3,6-tetrahydropyridyl group, a hexahydro-1H-azepinyl group, an optionally substituted piperazinyl group or a morpholinyl group, R3 may in particular represent a group —COR1, A may in particular represent an optionally substituted phenyl group, a heterocycle or a cyclopentyl group, and B may in particular represent a pyridyl group, an aminopyrazinyl group, an aminopyridazinyl group, a pyrimidinyl group optionally substituted with an amino group, piperidyl group or an aminopyridyl group optionally substituted on the pyridine with a (C1-C4)alkyl or (C1-C4)alkoxy group, the amino group possibly also being substituted with a (C1-C4)alkyl group, their preparation and their therapeutic application.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for treating the symptoms of an acute or chronic disorder mediated by the classical pathway of the complement cascade, comprising administering to a mammal in need of such treatment a therapeutically effective amount of a compound of Formula I 1

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds of formula I: wherein R, A, B and X have the meaning given in claim 1; and the agronomically acceptable salts or N-oxides thereof, and to herbicidal compositions containing such compounds as active ingredients.

Abstract: &bgr;-lactamases are the most widespread resistance mechanism to &bgr;-lactam antibiotics, such as penicillins and cephalosporins. In response to these enzymes, inhibitors have been introduced. Unfortunately, these inhibitors are also &bgr;-lactams, and resistance to them has developed rapidly. Consequently, the present invention provides a novel structure-based approach to inhibitors of these enzymes.

Abstract: A compound of formula I wherein X represents an optionally halo-substituted (C2-4)alkynylene group bonded via vicinal unsaturated carbon atoms.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I, wherein R1 represents C1-4 alkoxy optionally substituted by one or more fluorine atoms; R2 represents H or C1-6 alkoxy optionally substituted by one or more fluorine atoms; R3 represents a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic ring, the ring being optionally substituted; R4 represents a 4-, 5-, 6-, or 7-membered heterocyclic ring, the ring being optionally fused to a benzene ring or a 5- or 6-membered heterocyclic ring, the ring system as a whole being optionally substituted; X represents CH or N; and L is absent, or represents a cyclic group of formula Ia, or represents a chain of formula Ib, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof; are useful in therapy, in particular in the treatment of benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Abstract: Substituted 1-aminobutane-3-ol compounds, methods for producing them, pharmaceutical compounds containing them, and the use of substituted 1-aminobutane-3-ol compounds for producing pharmaceutical compounds.

Abstract: Novel calcilytic compounds and methods of using them are provided.

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

Abstract: The invention discloses novel compounds of the pyridinium series useful for the management of diabetes and aging-related vascular complications, including kidney disease, nerve damage, atherosclerosis, retinopathy, dermatological disorders and discoloration of teeth, by breaking preformed AGE, of the general formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein, R1, R2, R3, X and m are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds of the formula (I) 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: The invention relates to compounds of the formula I 1

Abstract: Compounds of Formula (I), wherein R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, R6, T, W, X, Y and Z are as defined herein are provided, together with pharmaceutically acceptable salt, hydrates and/or prodrugs thereof. Methods of using these compounds for inhibiting beta amyloid production and for treatment of Alzheimer's Disease and Down's syndrome are described.

Abstract: The invention relates to benzofuranylsulfonates of the general formula (I), their preparation and their use for the treatment of inflammation.

Abstract: The present invention relates to inhibitors of p38, a mammalian protein kinase involved cell proliferation, cell death and response to extracellular stimuli. The invention also relates to methods for producing these inhibitors. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising the inhibitors of the invention and methods of utilizing those compositions in the treatment and prevention of various disorders.

Abstract: Novel compounds of the pyridinium series useful for the management of diabetes and aging-related vascular and neurovascular complications, including kidney disease, nerve damage, atherosclerosis, retinopathy, inflammatory disorders, immunological disorders, oxidative stress, dermatological disorders and discoloration of teeth, by breaking preformed AGE, of the general formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein, R1, R2, R3, X and m are as defined in the specification. Also disclosed is a method for preparation of the compounds of general formula (I) and pharmaceutical composition containing one or more compounds as defined above as active ingredients. Also disclosed is a method of treatment of a diabetic patient by administering the compounds as defined above, either singly or in combination with drugs for antidiabetic therapy.

Abstract: Benzanilides are provided which are voltage-dependent potassium channel openers. Methods of using the benzanilides of the invention are also provided.

Abstract: Ortho, meta-substituted bisaryl compounds, processes for their preparation, their use as medicaments, and pharmaceutical preparations including their use as antiarrhythmic active compounds, for example, for the treatment and prophylaxis of atrial arrhythmias, e.g. atrial fibrillation (AF) or atrial flutters. Compounds of the invention include compounds of the formula I in which: A1, A2, A3, A4, A5, A6, A7 and A8 independently of one another are chosen from nitrogen, CH and CR(5), at least four of these groups being CH, and wherein all other variables are as defined here.

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formulae 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds with the formula (I) 1

Abstract: A process for preparing a compound of the formula 1

Abstract: New 3-substituted 4-(phenyl-N-alkyl)-piperazine and 4-(phenyl-N-alkyl)-piperidine compounds of Formula (1) wherein X is N, CH, or C, however X may only be C when the compound comprises a double bond at the dotted line; R1 is OSO2CF3, OSO2CH3, SOR5, SO2R5, COR5, CN, NO2, CONHR5, CF3, 3-thiophene, 2-thiophene, 3-furane, 2-furane, F, Cl, Br, or I; R2 is a C1-C4 alkyl, an allyl, CH2SCH3, CH2CH2OCH3, CH2CH2CH2F, CH2CF3, 3,3,3-trifluoropropyl, 4,4,4-trifluorobutyl, or —(CH2)—R6; R3 and R4 are independently selected from the group consisting of H and C1-C4 alkyls, however both R3 and R4 cannot be H at the same time; R5 is C1-C3 alkyls, CF3, or N(R2)2; R6 is a C3-C6 cycloalkyl, 2-tetrahydrofurane, or 3-tetra-hydrofurane, as well as pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are disclosed. Also pharmaceutical compositions comprising the above compounds and methods wherein the above compounds are used are disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to dideoxynucleoside analog compounds containing a dideoxy ribofuranosyl moiety that exhibit selective anti-viral activity coupled with substantially low toxicity toward the host cells. In particular, the compounds according to the present invention show potent inhibition of the replication of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), while remaining substantially inert toward host cell DNA. Compounds according to the present invention exhibit primary utility as agents for inhibiting the growth or replication of retroviruses, particularly HIV. The compounds of the invention comprise a (2,3 ′-dideoxy-&bgr;-ribofuranosyl) ring coupled to a heterocyclic nucleobase that lacks an “O2 carbonyl”, that enables them to selectively react with and inhibit viral reverse transcriptase, while remaining substantially unreactive toward human DNA polymerases.

Abstract: Compounds of this invention increase plasma levels of high density lipoprotein or HDL, the “good” cholesterol and as such may be useful for treating diseases such as atherosclerosis.

Abstract: Prodrugs of the pyridyl methyl sulfinyl benzimidazole type proton pump inhibitor drugs have a hydrolyzable arylsulfonyl or heteroarylsulfonyl group attached to the benzimidazole nitrogen. The prodrugs of the invention hydrolyze under physiological conditions to provide the proton pump inhibitors with a half life measurable in hours, and are capable of providing sustained plasma concentrations of the proton pump inhibitor drugs for longer time than presently used drugs. The generation of the proton pump inhibitor drugs from the prodrugs of the invention under physiological conditions allows for more effective treatment of several diseases and conditions caused by gastric acid secretion.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel 2,5-bis {[alkyl (or aryl) imino] aminophenyl} furans and thiophenes of the general formula 1

Abstract: Described are polymeric matrix compatibilized naphthopyran compounds, examples of which are certain 2H-naphtho[1,2-b]pyrans, 3H-naphtho[2,1-b]pyrans and indeno[2,1-f]naphtho[1,2-b]pyrans each having at least one substituent containing terminal and/or pendant groups selected from hydroxyl, carboxyl, sulfo, sulfono, (meth)acryloxy, 2-(methacryloxy)ethylcarbamyl, epoxy or a mixture thereof. Specific substituents are also present on the naphtho, indeno and/or pyrano portions of the compounds. These compounds may be represented by the following graphic formulae: Also described are various substrates that contain or that are coated with such compounds. Optically clear articles such as contact lenses or other plastic transparencies that incorporate the novel naphthopyran compounds or combinations thereof with complementary photochromic compounds, are also described.

Abstract: This invention relates to a compound of formula I: or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof; in which preferably R3, R4 and R6 are each hydrogen; X is C═O or CH2; and R7 and R8 are each independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, (C1-C12)alkyl, (C3-C8)cycloalkyl and (C1-C12)alkyl (C6-C14)aryl; or R7 and R8 when taken together form a (C2-C7)alkylene group; or —NR7R8 together forms a (C2-C14)heterocyclic or substituted (C2-C14)heterocyclic. Such compounds modulate the activity of serine hydrolases and can be used in pharmaceutical compositions for the treatment of Alzheimer's disease.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a compound of the formula [1′] 1

Abstract: The invention relates to novel compounds of formula I: wherein E, A, X1, X2, X3, Z, m, x and y have the meaning given in claim 1, and the agronomically acceptable salts or N-oxides thereof, and to herbicidal compositions containing such compounds as active ingredients.

Abstract: The present invention provides certain N-substituted sulfonamide derivatives useful for potentiating glutamate receptor function in a mammal and therefore, useful for treating a wide variety of conditions, such as psychiatric and neurological disorders.

Abstract: Novel monocyclic L-Nucleoside compounds have the general formula 1

Abstract: A class of 3,4-diaryl substituted thiophene, furan and pyrrole derivatives and analogs thereof, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and methods of using them to treat inflammation and inflammation-related disorders.

Abstract: New substituted 4-phenyl N-alkyl)-piperazine and 4-phenyl-N-alkyl)-piperidine compounds of Formula (1) wherein X is N, CH, or C, however X may only be C when the compound comprises a double bind at the dotted line; R1 is CF3, OSO2CF3, OSO2CH3, SOR7, SO2R7, COR7, CN, OR3, NO2, CONHR3, 3-thiophene, 2-thiophene, 3-furane, 2-furane, F, Cl, Br, or I; R2 is F, Cl, Br, I, CN, CF3, CH3, OCH3, OH, and NH2; R3 and R4 are independently H or a C1-C4 alkyl; R5 is a C1-C4 alkyl, an allyl, CH2SCH3, CH2CH2OCH3, CH2CH2CH2F, CH2CF3, 3,3,3-trifluoropropyl, 4,4,4-trifluorobutyl, or —(CH2)—R6; R6 is a C3-C6 cycloalkyl, 2-tetrahydrofurane, or 3-tetrahydrofurane; R7 is a C1-C3 alkyl, CF3, or N(R4)2, and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof are disclosed. Also pharmaceutical compositions comprising the above compounds and methods wherein the above compounds are used for treatment of disorders in the central nervous system are disclosed.

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

Abstract: This invention relates to prostaglandin agonists, methods of using such prostaglandin agonists, pharmaceutical compositions containing such prostaglandin agonists and kits containing such prostaglandin agonists. The prostaglandin agonists are useful for the treatment of bone disorders including osteoporosis.