Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing compounds of the formula (I) by halogenating compounds of the formula (II), where in R1, R2, R3 and X are defined according to the invention.

Abstract: The present invention provides a 4,5-dihydro-1H-pyrazole derivative or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt, a process for the preparation thereof, and a pharmaceutical composition comprising the same. The 4,5-dihydro-1H-pyrazole derivative or its pharmaceutically acceptable salt effectively increases the LXR transcriptional activity, and therefore can be usefully applied for preventing or treating a dysfunction in cholesterol metabolism, such as cholesterol gallstone, hyperlipidemia, or coronary atherosclerosis.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of the formula (I) having protein kinase B inhibiting activity: wherein A is a saturated hydrocarbon linker group containing from 1 to 7 carbon atoms, the linker group having a maximum chain length of 5 atoms extending between R1 and NR2R3 and a maximum chain length of 4 atoms extending between E and NR2R3, wherein one of the carbon atoms in the linker group may optionally be replaced by an oxygen or nitrogen atom; and wherein the carbon atoms of the linker group A may optionally bear one or more substituents selected from oxo, fluorine and hydroxy, provided that the hydroxy group when present is not located at a carbon atom ? with respect to the NR2R3 group and provided that the oxo group when present is located at a carbon atom ? with respect to the NR2R3 group; E is a monocyclic or bicyclic carbocyclic or heterocyclic group; R1 is an aryl or heteroaryl group; and R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined in the claims.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain compositions of a 5-HT2A serotonin receptor modulator and methods for their preparation. The compositions disclosed herein are useful for increasing slow wave sleep, improving sleep consolidation, improving sleep maintenance and improving sleep quality, and for treating insomnia and related sleep disorders, dyssomnias, parasomnias and nonrestorative sleep and the like.

Abstract: 5-membered heterocyclic derivatives represented by general formula (I) having xanthine oxidase inhibitory activities and useful as agents for the prevention or treatment of a disease associated with abnormality of serum uric acid level, prodrugs thereof, or salts thereof. In the formula (I), T represents nitro, cyano and the like; ring J represents aryl or heteroaryl; Q represents carboxy, 5-tetazolyl and the like; Y represents H, OH, NH2, halogen, haloalkyl and the like; X1 and X2 independently represent CR2 or N; R2 represents H, alkyl and the like; R1 represents halogen, cyano, haloalkyl, A-D-E-G-L-M, —N(-D-L-M)2 and the like, A represents a single bond, O, S and the like; D, G and M independently represent optionally substituted alkylene, cycloalkylene, heterocycloalkylene, arylene, heteroarylene and the like; E and L independently represent a single bond, O, S, COO, SO2 and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel triazole Hsp90 inhibitors that possess significant inhibitory activity against Hsp90, which are suitable for the treatment of hyperproliferative diseases such as cancer, infections, immune disorders, inflammation, and CNS related disorders. Furthermore, pharmaceutical compositions, including combination products, are also provided in the present application. Further provided are methods of using the pharmaceutical compositions and/or combination products.

Abstract: Pyrazole derivatives of Formula Ia and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the PGI2 receptor.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein m, A, B, C, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined herein. Also disclosed are methods of making the compounds and using the compounds for treatment of inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.

Abstract: Disclosed are novel calcium release-activated calcium (CRAC) channel inhibitors, methods for preparing them, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and methods of treatment using them. The present disclosure also relates to methods for treating non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with CRAC inhibitors, and to methods for identifying therapeutics for treating and of diagnosing cancer.

Abstract: The present invention relates to certain pyrazole derivatives of Formula (I) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the prophylaxis or treatment of platelet aggreagation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, reducing the risk of blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders and the like.

Abstract: The present invention relates to aromatic compounds of the formula I wherein Ar is phenyl or an aromatic 5- or 6-membered C-bound heteroaromatic radical, wherein Ar may carry 1 radical Ra and wherein Ar may also carry 1 or 2 radicals Rb; X is N or CH; Y is O, S, —CH?N—, —CH?CH— or —N?CH—; A is CH2, O or S; E is CR6R7 or NR3; R1 is C1-C4-alkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkylmethyl, C3-C4-alkenyl, fluorinated C1-C4-alkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkylmethyl, fluorinated C3-C4-alkenyl, formyl or C1-C3-alkylcarbonyl; R1a is H, C2-C4-alkyl, C3-C4-cycloalkyl, C3-C4-alkenyl, fluorinated C1-C4-alkyl, fluorinated C3-C4-cycloalkyl, or R1a and R2 together are (CH2)n with n being 2 or 3, or R1a and R2a together are (CH2)n with n being 2 or 3; R2 and R2a are independently of each other H, CH3, CH2F, CHF2 or CF3; R3 is H or C1-C4-alkyl; R6, R7 independently of each other are selected from H, C1-C2-alkyl and fluorinated C1-C2-alkyl; and the physiologically tolerated acid addition salts

Abstract: A therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent has an analgesic effect on both nociceptive pain and neuropathic pain and is effective in treatment of fibromyalgia. The agent includes as an effective ingredient a cyclohexane derivative or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or a prodrug thereof.

Abstract: The present invention is a screening assay for identifying inhibitors of Pseudomonas aeruginosa CFTR Inhibitory Factor as well as compounds identified by the screening assay for use in compositions and methods for ameliorating or treating a respiratory disease such as cystic fibrosis or secondary infection thereof.

Abstract: Compounds are provided that act as potent antagonists of the CCR9 receptor. Animal testing demonstrates that these compounds are useful for treating inflammation, a hallmark disease for CCR9. The compounds are generally aryl sulfonamide derivatives and are useful in pharmaceutical compositions, methods for the treatment of CCR9-mediated diseases, and as controls in assays for the identification of CCR9 antagonists.

Abstract: Compounds are provided that modulate the glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) receptor, as well as methods of their synthesis, and methods of their therapeutic and/or prophylactic use. Such compounds can act as modulators or potentiators of GLP-1 receptor on their own, or with incretin peptides such as GLP-1(7-36) and GLP-1(9-36), or with peptide-based therapies, such as exenatide and liraglutide, and have the following general structure (where “” represents either or both the R and S form of the compound): where A, B, C, Y1, Y2, Z, R1, R2, R3, R4, R5, W1, n, p and q are as defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention is directed to a new class of hydroxamic acid derivatives, their use as LpxC inhibitors, and more specifically their use to treat bacterial infections.

Abstract: Compounds according to formula I: wherein Ar is a fused aryl group, R1 is selected from alkyl and aryl amides, CF3, and CH2OH, and R2 is selected from hydrogen, —C(?O)CH2NH2, and —C(?O)CH2CH2NH2 are described. The compounds are effective for inhibiting p21-activated kinases, and can be used for prevention and treatment of cancer.

Abstract: The present invention comprises compounds and compositions thereof for enhanced drug delivery. Pro-drug and double pro-drug derivatives of corticosteroids non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), and ruboxistaurin for delivery to the eye are provided. The compounds and compositions are useful for treating various ocular diseases, including ocular diseases effecting the posterior segments of the eye. In addition, the present invention is directed to particle in particle carrier formulations for sustained release of therapeutic agents.

Abstract: The present invention provides NO-releasing NONOate(nitrogen bound)sulfonamide-linked-coxib anti-cancer agents, having the structure of Formula (I): wherein R1, X, L, R2, R3, R4, and Z are as defined in the detailed description; pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound of Formula (I); and methods useful for healing wounds, preventing and treating cancer, or treating actinic keratosis, cystic fibrosis or acne, using a compound of Formula (I).

Abstract: Metal extractants of 2-hydroxyphenyldiazole compounds according to Formula (2): and tautomers and salts thereof, are disclosed, wherein substituents R5, R7, R9, and R10 are as defined herein.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula I or a pharmaceutical salt thereof; methods of treating osteoarthritis and the pain associated with osteoarthritis using the compounds; and processes for preparing the compounds.

Abstract: Described herein are compounds and pharmaceutical compositions containing such compounds, which modulate the activity of store-operated calcium (SOC) channels. Also described herein are methods of using such SOC channel modulators, alone and in combination with other compounds, for treating diseases or conditions that would benefit from inhibition of SOC channel activity.

Abstract: The present invention provides compounds of Formula (I): or stereoisomers, tautomers, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein all the variables are as defined herein. These compounds are selective ROCK inhibitors. This invention also relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds and methods of treating cardiovascular, smooth muscle, oncologic, neuropathologic, autoimmune, fibrotic, and/or inflammatory disorders using the same.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of formula (I): wherein R1, R1b, R2a, R2b, R2c, and R2d have values as described in the specification, useful as inhibitors of HDAC6. The invention also provides pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds of the invention and methods of using the compositions in the treatment of proliferative, inflammatory, infectious, neurological or cardiovascular diseases or disorders.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1 and Formula 1A including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein Q1, Q2, R1, R2, R4, R5 and X are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 or Formula 1A and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to methods and compositions for reducing Interleukin-4 or Interleukin-13 signaling, in particular to treat asthma and atopic dermatitis. The inventors have found that Rac/PAK mediated endocytosis of the ligand bound type I (IL-4R with the chains IL-4Ra and IL-2-Rg) and/or type II receptor (IL-13R with the chains IL-4Ra and IL-13Ra1) is needed for the IL-4 and/or IL-13 mediated activation of downstream signalling events including phosphorylation of Stat family transcrition factors. These discoveries enable new methods of screening compounds that modulate Interleukin-4 and Interleukin-13 signalling, as well as new methods for treating conditions characterized by increased Interleukin-4 and Interleukin-13 levels. These conditions include inflammatory conditions, asthma bronchiale, atopic dermatitis, allergies, atopic syndromes, allergic rhinitis, and th2-induced conditions.

Abstract: Pyrazole derivatives of Formula Ia and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the PGI2 receptor.

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1 and Formula 1A including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein Q1, Q2, R1, R2, R4, R5 and X are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 or Formula 1A and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention.

Abstract: The present invention pertains to certain compounds of Formula (Ia) and pharmaceutical compositions thereof that modulate the activity of the 5-HT2A serotonin receptor. Compounds and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are directed to methods useful in the treatment of platelet aggregation, coronary artery disease, myocardial infarction, transient ischemic attack, angina, stroke, atrial fibrillation, blood clot formation, asthma or symptoms thereof, agitation or a symptom thereof, behavioral disorders, drug induced psychosis, excitative psychosis, Gilles de la Tourette's syndrome, manic disorder, organic or NOS psychosis, psychotic disorder, psychosis, acute schizophrenia, chronic schizophrenia, NOS schizophrenia and related disorders, and sleep disorders, sleep disorders, diabetic-related disorders, progressive multifocal leukoencephalopathy and the like.

Abstract: Provided are certain histone deacetylase (HDAC) inhibitors of Formula I, compositions thereof, and methods of their use.

Abstract: The present invention pertains, at least in part, to novel substituted tetracycline compounds. These tetracycline compounds can be used to treat numerous tetracycline compound-responsive states, such as bacterial infections and neoplasms, as well as other known applications for tetracycline compounds such as blocking tetracycline efflux and modulation of gene expression.

Abstract: A new class of phosphoinositide-dependent kinase-1 (PDK-1) inhibitors of Formula I: wherein X wherein X is —CF3, Ar is selected from and R is selected from where R? is L-Lys, D-Lys, ?-Ala, L-Lue, L-Ile, Phe, SO2CH2CH2NH2, SO2NH2, Asn, Glu or Gyl, and R? is methyl, ethyl, allyl, CH2CH2OH, CH2CN, CH2CH2CN, CH2CONH2,

Abstract: The present disclosure is generally directed to antiviral compounds, and more specifically directed to compounds which can inhibit the function of the NS5A protein encoded by Hepatitis C virus (HCV), compositions comprising such compounds, and methods for inhibiting the function of the NS5A protein.

Abstract: The present invention relates to antimalarial compounds and their use against protozoa of the genus Plasmodium, including drug-resistant Plasmodia strains. This invention further relates to compositions containing such compounds and a process for making the compounds.

Abstract: The present invention constitutes new 3-triazolylphenyl-substituted sulphide derivatives of the formula (I) in which A1, A2, B0, B1, B2, B3, X, R1, R2 and n are as defined in the description, to their use as acaricides and insecticides for controlling animal pests, and to processes for preparing them.

Abstract: Histone deacetylases inhibitors (HDACIs) and compositions containing the same are disclosed. Methods of treating diseases and conditions wherein inhibition of HDAC provides a benefit, like a cancer, a neurodegenerative disorder, a peripheral neuropathy, a neurological disease, traumatic brain injury, stroke, hypertension, malaria, an autoimmune disease, autism, autism spectrum disorders, and inflammation, also are disclosed.

Abstract: The invention provides compounds of the formula (I) having protein kinase B inhibiting activity: Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing the compounds, methods for preparing the compounds and their use as anticancer agents.

Abstract: In one aspect, the invention relates to compounds having the formula: where R1, R2, R3, a, R4, R5, and R6 are as defined in the specification, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. These compounds have neprilysin inhibition activity. In another aspect, the invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising such compounds; methods of using such compounds; and process and intermediates for preparing such compounds.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel compounds and compositions having antiviral activity. The invention also relates to methods for the therapeutic or prophylactic treatment of viral infections in mammals.

Abstract: A therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent is effective for therapy of urine storage disorders, by which agent improvement of side effects due to an anticholinergic action is attained as well as which agent also has an analgesic effect. The agent includes as an effective ingredient a cyclohexane derivative exemplified by the formula below, a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof, or a prodrug thereof.

Abstract: Provided is a novel compound represented by formula [I] or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof having antagonistic activity against group II metabolism-type glutamic acid (m-Glu) receptors. The compound or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is useful as a prophylactic or therapeutic agent for diseases such as new mood disorders (depressive and bipolar disorders), anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, social anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, specific phobias, and acute stress disorder), schizophrenia, Alzheimer's disease, cognitive dysfunction, dementia, drug dependence, convulsions, tremors, pain, sleep disorders, and the like.

Abstract: Provided is a compound having an AMPA receptor function enhancing action, and useful as a prophylactic or therapeutic drug for depression, Alzheimer's disease, schizophrenia, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) and the like. A compound represented by the formula (I): wherein each symbol is as defined in the present specification, or a salt thereof.

Abstract: The present invention provides NO-releasing NONOate(nitrogen bound)sulfonamide-linked-coxib anti-cancer agents, having the structure of Formula (I): wherein R1, X, L, R2, R3, R4, and Z are as defined in the detailed description; pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one compound of Formula (I); and methods useful for healing wounds, preventing and treating cancer, or treating actinic keratosis, cystic fibrosis or acne, using a compound of Formula (I).

Abstract: The present disclosure provides NO-releasing guanidine-coxib anti-cancer agents, having the structure of Formula (I): wherein R1, R11, Z and L are as defined in the detailed description; pharmaceutical compositions comprising at least one of the compounds of Formula (I); and methods useful for healing wounds, preventing and treating cancer, or treating actinic keratosis, cystic fibrosis, acne, or a disease mediated by arginine deficiency using a compound of Formula (I).

Abstract: Disclosed are compounds of Formula 1, including all stereoisomers, N-oxides, and salts thereof, wherein L is —C(R12a)R12b—C(R13a)R13b—, wherein the carbon atom bonded to R12a and R12b is also bonded to the carboxamide nitrogen atom in Formula 1; or 1,2-phenylene optionally substituted with up to 4 substituents independently selected from halogen and C1-C2 alkyl; and A, Z, R1, R2, n, G and Q are as defined in the disclosure. Also disclosed are compositions containing the compounds of Formula 1 and methods for controlling plant disease caused by a fungal pathogen comprising applying an effective amount of a compound or a composition of the invention. Also disclosed are methods for controlling a phytophagous nematode comprising contacting the nematode or its environment with a nematocidally effective amount of a compound of Formula 1 wherein L is —C(R12a)R12b—C(R13a)R13b; and A, Z, R1, R2, n, G and Q are as defined in the disclosure.

Abstract: A therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for Alzheimer's disease has an effect to inhibit or delay the progress of Alzheimer's disease and exhibits a long-lasting therapeutic effect on Alzheimer's disease even when used for a long period of time. The therapeutic agent or prophylactic agent for Alzheimer's disease includes as an effective ingredient a cyclohexane derivative exemplified by the formula below, or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof or a prodrug thereof.

Abstract: Dihydroxyaryl compounds and pharmaceutically acceptable esters, their synthesis, pharmaceutical compositions containing them, and their use in the treatment of ?-amyloid diseases, such as observed in Alzheimer's disease, and synucleinopathies, such as observed in Parkinson's disease, and the manufacture of medicaments for such treatment.

Abstract: The present invention provides a compound of Formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof wherein R1, R2, R3, A1, A2, A3, A4, L, B1, B2, B3 and B4 are as defined herein. The compounds of Formula I have been found to act as glucagon antagonists or inverse agonists. Consequently, the compounds of Formula I and the pharmaceutical compositions thereof are useful for the treatment of diseases, disorders, or conditions mediated by glucagon.

Abstract: Methods useful for preparing compounds of formula I: and salts thereof are disclosed. Also disclosed are intermediates useful in the preparation of such compounds.

Abstract: A method of treating infection by Staphylococcus in a subject by administering a pharmaceutical composition including a celecoxib derivative of formula I or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof is described. The preparation of numerous celecoxib derivatives for testing as potential anti-staphylococcal agents is also described.