Abstract: Disclosed are 1,4-disubstituted benzo-fused urea compounds of formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention provides novel N-alkyl-N-phenylhydroxylamine derivatives containing metal chelating groups, a process for preparing the same, the use of the novel compounds as therapeutics for treating and/or preventing various medical dysfunctions and diseases arising from reactive oxygen species (ROS) and/or excess Zn ions, in particular stroke, Parkinson's disease and Alzheimer's disease. The compounds of the invention possess similar or superior LPO inhibition activity to the reference compounds of Trolox and Ebselen. While showing lower toxicity, they also effectively inhibit the cerebral neuronal cell death caused by ROS and/or zinc ion, and show neuroprotective effects against ischemic neuronal degeneration.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) or a pharmacologically acceptable prodrug or salt thereof which exhibits excellent antifungal activity: wherein Ar1 represents a phenyl group or the like; Ar2 represents a phenylene group or the like. X represents a sulfur atom or a methylene group. R1 represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-3 alkyl group; R2 represents a hydrogen atom or a C1-3 alkyl group; and R3 represents an optionally substituted C6-10 aryl group or the like. Fungal infections may be prevented and/or treated by administering said compound (I) or said prodrug or salt thereof.

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: Methods for treating conditions associated with hyperglycemia, especially Type II diabetes, with novel naphthylsulfonic acids and related compounds. These compounds, as single stereoisomers or mixtures of stereoisomers, or their pharmaceutically acceptable salts, are useful in methods of stimulating the kinase activity of the insulin receptor, enhancing the activation of the insulin receptor by insulin, and stimulating the uptake of glucose into cells. A variety of antidiabetic compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the antidiabetic compounds are also disclosed.

Abstract: A carboxylic acid derivative of formula (1) 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds that can be used as antiinflammatory, immunomodulatory and antiproliferatory agents. In particular the invention refers to new compounds which inhibit dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH), a process for their manufacture, pharmaceutical compositions containing them and to their use for the treatment and prevention of diseases, in particular their use in diseases where there is an advantage in inhibiting dihydroorotate dehydrogenase (DHODH).

Abstract: Aryl-benzimidazole compounds according to the formula 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula where the variables have the meaning defined in the specification, which bind specifically or selectively to to RAR&agr; retinoid receptors.

Abstract: A neurotrophin production/secretion promoting agent which comprises an azole derivative of the formula: wherein R1 represents a halogen atom, a heterocyclic group which may optionally be substituted, a hydroxy group which may optionally be substituted, a thiol group which may optionally be substituted, or an amino group which may optionally be substituted; A represents an acyl group which may optionally be substituted, a heterocyclic group which may optionally be substituted, a hydroxy group which may optionally be substituted, or a carboxyl group which may optionally be esterified or amidated; B represents an aromatic group which may optionally be substituted; X represents oxygen atom, sulfur atom, or nitrogen atom which may optionally be substituted; and Y represents a divalent hydrocarbon group or heterocyclic group, or a salt thereof; which is useful as an agent for preventing or treating neuropathy.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula (I), are effective as inhibitors of IMPDH enzyme and/or serine protease Factor VIIa, wherein B is a monocyclic or bicyclic carbocyclic or heterocyclic ring, D is a monocyclic or bicyclic carbocyclic or heterocyclic ring except when A is a heterocyclic ring, then D is a heterocyclic ring system, R is hydrogen or C1-4alkyl, and A, R1, R2 and R4 are as defined in the specification.

Abstract: The present invention is a compound of formula: wherein R1, R2, R2′, X, A1/A2 and B are as defined in the specification. These compounds may be used in the control or prevention of acute and/or chronic neurological disorders such as restricted brain function caused by bypass operations or transplants, poor blood supply to the brain, spinal cord injuries, head injuries, hypoxia caused by pregnancy, cardiac arrest, hypoglycaemia, Alzheimer's disease, Huntington's chorea, ALS, dementia caused by AIDS, eye injuries, retinopathy, cognitive disorders, memory deficits, schizophrenia, idiopathic parkinsonism or parkinsonism caused by medicaments as well as conditions which lead to glutamate deficiency functions, such as e.g. muscle spasms, convulsions, migraine, urinary incontinence, nicotine addiction, psychoses, opiate addiction, anxiety, vomiting, acute and chronic pain, dyskinesia and depression.

Abstract: There is provided heterocyclic compounds of the following formula (I): 1

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted polycyclic aryl and heteroaryl tertiary-heteroalkylamine compounds useful as inhibitors of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP; plasma lipid transfer protein-I) and compounds, compositions and methods for treating atherosclerosis and other coronary artery diseases. Preferred tertiary-heteroalkylamine compounds are substituted N-heteroaryl-N-phenyl aminoalcohols.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds related to lactacystin and lactacystin &bgr;-lactone, pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, and methods of use.

Abstract: The invention relates to new diphenylurea having the formula (I) 1

Abstract: An agent comprising the benzoic acid of formula (I) 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for the preparation of compounds of the formula (I) 1

Abstract: Provided herein are novel substituted thiazoles and oxazoles of the Formula (I): 1

Abstract: Compounds of the formula

Abstract: This invention is directed to novel indole and benzothiazole compounds which are selective for cloned human alpha 2 receptors. This invention is also related to uses of these compounds for any indication where use of an alpha 2 agonist may be appropriate. specifically, this includes use as analgesic, sedative and anaesthetic agents. In addition, this invention includes using such compounds for lowering intraocular pressure, presbyopia, treating migraine, hypertension, alcohol withdrawal, drug addiction, rheumatoid arthritis, ischemic pain, spasticity, diarrhea, nasal decongestion, urinary incontinence as well as for use as cognition enhancers and ocular vasoconstriction agents. The invention further provides a pharmaceutical composition comprising a therapeutically effective amount of the above-defined compounds and a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to protected amino acid halide monomers and oligomers, and to their use in the efficient sythesis of polyamides. The present invention is further directed to the use of &agr;-haloenamine reagents, which may optionally be immobilized, for the preparation of the amino acid halides.

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 mammalian cellular receptors, including G-protein coupled receptors. A third aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the novel heterocyclic compounds as ligands for mammalian dopamine, muscarinic or serotonin receptors or transporters. Another aspect of the present invention relates to the use of the novel heterocyclic compounds as ligands for mammalian dopamine, muscarinic or serotonin receptors.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a genus of non-peptidyl compounds, wherein said compounds are VLA-4 inhibitors useful in treating inflammatory, autoimmune, and respiratory diseases, and wherein said compounds comprise a compound of Formula (1.0.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of Formula I having the structure wherein, A, X, Y, Z, W, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, and R6 are as defined hereinbefore or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, which are useful in treating or inhibiting metabolic disorders related to insulin resistance or hyperglycemia (typically associated with obesity or glucose intolerance), atherosclerosis, gastrointestinal disorders, neurogenetic inflammation, glaucoma, ocular hypertension and frequent urination; and are particularly useful in the treatment or inhibition of type II diabetes.

Abstract: Disclosed is an anti-cancer compound represented by Structural Formula (I): 1

Abstract: The invention concerns novel carbanilides of formula (I), in which A, Q, R, X, Z and m have the meanings given in the description. The invention further concerns a plurality of processes for preparing these substances, in their use as microbiocides for controlling undesirable microorganisms both in crop protection and in the protection of materials. Additionally, they are suitable for controlling animal pests.

Abstract: The present invention relates to 4-aryl triazoles having the formula: 1

Abstract: A novel compound of the formula: wherein R1 is a halogen atom, an optionally substituted heterocyclic, hydroxy, thiol or amino group; A is an optionally substituted acyl group, an optionally substituted heterocyclic group, an optionally substituted hydroxy group, or an optionally esterified or amidated carboxy group; B is an optionally substituted aromatic group; Y is a divalent aliphatic hydrocarbon group, or a salt thereof, which have an excellent insulin secertion-promoting and blood sugar-depressing effect, and useful in agents for diabetes.

Abstract: The present invention discloses compounds of formula (I), and tautomeric forms, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, or solvates thereof. Preferably, the compounds of the invention are dual activators of hPPAR&ggr; and hPPAR{acute over (&agr;)}.

Abstract: Compounds, compositions and methods are provided which are useful in the treatment of diseases through the modulation of potassium ion flux through voltage-dependent potassium channels. More particularly, the invention provides bisarylamines, compositions and methods that are useful in the treatment of central or peripheral nervous system disorders (e.g., migraine, ataxia, Parkinson's disease, bipolar disorders, trigeminal neuralgia, spasticity, mood disorders, brain tumors, psychotic disorders, myokymia, seizures, epilepsy, hearing and vision loss, Alzheimer's disease, age-related memory loss, learning deficiencies, anxiety and motor neuron diseases) and as neuroprotective agents (e.g., to prevent stroke and the like) by opening potassium channels associated with the onset or recurrence of the indicated conditions.

Abstract: Isoindolin-1-one-substituted propionamide glucokinase activators which increase insulin secretion in the treatment of type II diabetes.

Abstract: A compound of the formula: is disclosed as an HIV protease inhibitor. Methods and compositions for inhibiting an HIV infection are also disclosed.

Abstract: Compounds of formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to compounds of formula wherein R1 signifies hydrogen or lower alkyl; R2, R2′ signify, independently from each other, hydrogen, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, halogen or trifluoromethyl; X signifies O, S or two hydrogen atoms not forming a bridge; A1/A2 signify, independently from each other, phenyl or a 6-membered heterocycle containing 1 or 2 nitrogen atoms; B is a group of formula  wherein R3 signifies lower alkyl, lower alkenyl, lower alkinyl, benzyl, lower alkyl-cycloalkyl, lower alkyl-cyano, lower alkyl-pyridinyl, lower alkyl-lower alkoxy-phenyl, lower alkyl-phenyl, which is optionally substituted by lower alkoxy, or phenyl, which is optionally substituted by lower alkoxy, or lower alkyl-thienyl, cycloalkyl, lower alkyl-trifluoromethyl or lower alkyl-morpholinyl, Y signifies —O—, —S— or a bond; Z signifies —O— or —S—; or B is a 5-membered heterocyclic group of formulas

Abstract: The invention relates to substituted polycyclic aryl and heteroaryl tertiary-heteroalkylamine compounds useful as inhibitors of cholesteryl ester transfer protein (CETP; plasma lipid transfer protein-I) and compounds, compositions and methods for treating atherosclerosis and other coronary artery diseases. Preferred tertiary-heteroalkylamine compounds are substituted N-phenyl-N-heteroaralkyl aminoalcohols.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel heterocyclyl-containing diaryl sulfide compounds that are useful for treating inflammatory and immune diseases, to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds, and to methods of inhibiting inflammation or suppressing immune response in a mammal.

Abstract: The current invention discloses useful pharmaceutical compositions containing amidino derivative useful as nitric oxide synthase inhibitors.

Abstract: This invention relates to novel processes for preparing heteroaryl-substituted urea compounds of formula (I): 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to sulphonylexazolamines of general formula (I), wherein R1, R2 represent independently from each other H, A, —(CH2)n—Ar or alkenyl with 2-6 C atoms, R1 and R2 together also represent a mononuclear saturated heterocycle with 1-2 N, O and/or S atoms, Z is H, A, CF3, NO2, Hal, OH, OA, NH2, NHA or NH2. A represents alkyl with 1-6 C atoms, Ar is Z-monosubstituted or Z-disubstituted phenyl, Hal is F, Cl, Br, or L n is 1 or 2 of the physiologically acceptable salts or solvates thereof. Said sulphonyloxazolamines are used as therapeutic active ingredients. The invention also relates to the use of sulphonyloxazolamines as therapeutic active ingredients and/or to the production of pharmaceutical preparations to combat diseases of the central nervous system. The invention further relates to a pharmaceutical preparation and the production thereof.

Abstract: The invention relates to heteroaromatic carboxamides of formula (I), 1

Abstract: The present invention relates to new phenylserine derivatives as integrin antagonists with a broad spectrum of action having, inter alia, antiosteoporotic, antirestenotic, anticarcinogenic and antiatherosclerotic activity. The present invention moreover relates to the preparation of these compounds and their use for the production of medicaments, and also medicaments comprising them.

Abstract: The invention relates to a method for preparing an ester, by admixing a compound having the structure I or IV: with a base and an alcohol to produce an ester, wherein the alcohol is a precursor to Taxol and its analogs. The present invention also relates to compounds having the structure I and IV and methods of main them therefor. The invention also relates to the esterification of an alcohol by adding an alkoxide to a compound having the structure, VII: The invention further relates to compounds having the structure I, IV, and VII and methods of making them therefor. The invention further relates to alcohols, and in particular, alcohols that are synthetic precursors to Taxol and analogs thereof.

Abstract: The present invention discloses the identification of the novel inhibitors of IMPDH (inosine-5′-monophosphate dehydrogenase). The compounds and pharmaceutical compositions disclosed herein are useful in treating or preventing IMPDH mediated diseases, such as transplant rejection and autoimmune diseases.

Abstract: An aromatic sulfonyl alpha-hydroxy hydroxamic acid compound that, inter alia, inhibits matrix metalloprotease activity is disclosed, as is a treatment process that comprises administering a contemplated aromatic sulfonyl alpha-hydroxy hydroxamic acid compound in an MMP enzyme-inhibiting effective amount to a host having a condition associated with pathological matrix metalloprotease activity.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel aromatic compounds which are useful for treating diseases or pathological conditions involving inflammation such as chronic inflammatory diseases. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing and processes of making such compounds.

Abstract: Compounds, pharmaceutically acceptable salts, and compositions thereof of the general formula: wherein Ar is aryl and heteroaryl; R1, R2, R3, and R4 are hydrido, alkyl, cyano, heteroaryl, hydroxy, amino, acylamino, halo, alkoxy, aryloxy, carboxyamido, alkenyl, cycloalkyl, heterocyclyl, acyl, acyloxy, carboalkoxy, carboxy, thio, sulfinyl, sulfonyl and sulfoxy, R5, R6, R7, and R8 are hydrido and lower alkyl; and Het is a nitrogen-containing heterocyclic ring.

Abstract: A compound of formula I in which: ring A is one of the five alternative multi-cyclic rings as shown wherein a dotted line adjacent to a bond indicates that a single bond or a double bond may be present at that position; X is nitrogen, oxygen or sulfur; R is hydrogen, lower straight or branched chain alkyl of 1 to 6 carbon atoms, or lower straight or branched chain alkenyl of 2 to 6 carbon atoms, a cycloaliphatic ring of 3 to 6 carbon atoms, phenyl optionally mono- or di-substituted with hydroxy, halogen, alkyl of 1 to 3 carbon atoms or alkoxy of 1 to 2 carbon atoms, or methylenedioxyphenyl; or a stereoisomer, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. These compounds have &agr;2 receptor blocking activity and hence find use in the treatment or palliation of elevated intraocular pressure, non insulin-dependent diabetes, male impotence and obesity.

Abstract: A triazole compound having the formula: wherein Ar1 represents a phenyl group which may be substituted, Ar2 represents a heterocyclic group which may be substituted, R0 represents a hydrogen atom or a lower alkyl; R1 represents a lower alkyl; R2 to R5 each represent a hydrogen atom or an unsubstituted or halo substituted alkyl; n represents 0 to 2; p represents 0 or 1; q, r and s each represent 0 to 2; A represents a 4- to 7-membered carbon ring or a 4- to 7-membered heterocyclic group. The compound of the present invention exhibits an excellent antifungal activity.