Abstract: 1-Ether and 1-thioether-naphthalene-2-carboxamides are described, methods of manufacture therefor and their use as agents which inhibit leukocyte adherence to vascular endothelium and, as such, are effective therapeutic agents for treating inflammatory diseases, and their utility in inhibiting the activation of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), latent in infected humans.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel N-phenylacetyl and related acyl derivatives of (4-amino-2,6-dimethylphenylsulphonyl)nitromethane and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which are inhibitors of the enzyme aldose reductase and are of value, for example, in the treatment of certain peripheral effects of diabetes and galactosemia. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing one of the derivatives and processes for the manufacture and use of the derivatives.

Abstract: The present invention provides novel ring-substituted 2-amino-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalenes, 3-aminochromanes, and 3-aminothiochromanes, including their corresponding sulfoxides and sulfones, which ring-substituted compounds exhibit agonist activity at the serotonin 1A receptor.

Abstract: Novel bicyclic amides of the formula ##STR1## wherein Ar.sup.1 and Ar.sup.2 are phenyl, R.sup.2 -substituted phenyl, heteroaryl or R.sup.2 -substituted heteroaryl, wherein R.sup.2 is 1 to 3 substituents independently selected from the group consisting of halogeno, hydroxy, lower alkyl, lower alkoxy, nitro, amino, lower alkylamino and lower dialkylamino;X, Y and Z are --CH.sub.2 --, --CH(alkyl)--, --C(alkyl).sub.2 --, --NH--, --N(alkyl)--, --O-- or --SO.sub.r, wherein r is 0, 1 or 2, and m, n and p are 0 or 1;R.sup.1 is an alkyl chain of 1 to 25 carbon atoms; an alkyl chain substituted by one or more optionally substituted phenyl or heteroaryl groups; an alkyl chain --O--, --SO.sub.r, phenylene, R.sup.2 -substituted phenylene, heteroarylene or R.sup.

Abstract: There is disclosed an efficient process for producing .alpha.-ketoacetamide of the formula: ##STR1## which is useful as an intermediate for the production of various alkoxyiminoacetamide compounds to be used for agricultural fungicides. In this process, a corresponding acid halide is condensed with isocyanide to produce the .alpha.-ketoacetamide.

Abstract: A methoxyiminoacetic acid derivative represented by the following formula (I): ##STR1## wherein X represents a hydrogen atom, a halogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms or an alkoxy group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms; A represents a methoxy group or a methylamino group; when A is a methoxy group, B represents --O--CO-- or --N=C(R.sup.1)-- and when A is a methylamino group, B represents --O--CR.sup.1 R.sup.2 --, wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 independently represent a hydrogen atom, an alkyl group having 1 to 4 carbon atoms or a trifluoromethyl group; and Ar represents an optionally substituted aryl group or an optionally substituted heteroaryl group, and an agricultural/horticultural fungicide containing the same as an active ingredient.

Abstract: Compounds containing at least one alkenyl group, at least one maleimide group and at least one rodlike mesogenic moiety are prepared by reacting one or more aminophenols containing one or more rodlike mesogenic moieties with a stoichiometric quantity of a maleic anhydride per amine group of said aminophenol and then alkenylating the resulting phenolic functional maleimide.

Abstract: Ortho-substituted phenyl-acetamides I ##STR1## (R.sup.1 =H, alkyl, cycloalkyl, alkenyl, alkynyl, phenylalkynyl, alkoxyalkyl, alkoxycarbonyl, phenyl, phenylalkyl, phenylalkenyl or phenoxyalkyl, 5- or 6-membered heterocycle with 1-3 hetero atoms to which a benzene ring or a 5- or 6-membered heterocycle can be fused; R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 =H, CN, halogen, alkyl, alkoxy; R.sub.4 and R.sup.5 =H, alkyl and R.sup.4 or R.sup.5 =alkoxy; Y=O, S, SO, SO.sub.2, N=N, O--CO, CO--O, CO--O--CH.sub.2, alkylene or haloalkylene, alkenylene, alkynylene, oxy- alkylene, thio-alkylene, alkyleneoxy, carbonylalkylene or alkylenecarbonyl, W=alkoxyimino, alkoxymethylene or alkylthiomethylene), excepting compounds where R.sup.1 is hydrogen, phenyl or 2,2-dimethyl-3-(2,2-dichlorovinyl)cyclopropyl, R.sup.2 to R.sup.5 are each hydrogen, Y is carbonyloxymethylene and W is methoxymethylene or methylthiomethylene, are suitable as fungicides and for controlling pests.

Abstract: This invention relates to structurally novel acyclic tocotrienol analogs, which are useful for cholesterol/lipid lowering in cases of hypercholesterolemia and hyperlipidemia, and for atherosclerosis. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions and a method of use employing those compositions.

Abstract: Disclosed is a method for producing aromatic amine derivatives in a high yield at a low price, which comprises inducing an aromatic hydroxamic acid derivative to undergo a rearrangement reaction under a mild condition in the presence of a base and a nitrile or a nitrile equivalent.

Abstract: New oxime ether amides of the formula (I) ##STR1## in which R has the meaning given in the description, and a plurality of processes for their preparation were described.The new oxime ether amides are used as pesticides.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula ##STR1## as intermediates for the preparation of pyrimidine or triazine herbicides.

Abstract: Aromatic compounds absorbing UVB and/or UVA, substituted with an amide function, selected from the group consisting of ##STR1## whose variable substituents are as defined in the specification, e.g. ##STR2## are useful as photoprotective agents or tanning accelerators.

Abstract: The subject invention involves compositions comprising 4-(3,5-bis(1,1-dimethylethyl-4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanamide, or 4-(3,5-bis-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-hydroxyphenyl)-4-oxobutanoic acid and pharmaceutically-acceptable salts thereof, and a pharmaceutically-acceptable carrier. The subject invention also involves methods for treating diseases characterized by inflammation and/or pain, such as rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, in humans or lower animals by administration of a safe and effective amount of this compound to the human or lower animal in need of such treatment.

Abstract: The invention concerns novel N-phenylacetyl and related acyl derivatives of (4-amino-2,6-dimethylphenylsulphonyl)nitromethane and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof which are inhibitors of the enzyme aldose reductase and are of value, for example, in the treatment of certain peripheral effects of diabetes and galactosemia. Also disclosed are pharmaceutical compositions containing one of the derivatives and processes for the manufacture and use of the derivatives.

Abstract: There is disclosed an efficient process for producing .alpha.-ketoacetamide of the formula: ##STR1## which is useful as an intermediate for the production of various alkoxyiminoacetamide compounds to be used for agricultural fungicides. In this process, a corresponding acid halide is condensed with isocyanide to produced the .alpha.-ketoacetamide.

Abstract: Diphenylheteroalkyl derivatives of the formula I ##STR1## where A and R.sup.1 -R.sup.6 have the meanings specified in the description, and the preparation thereof are described.The substances are suitable for controlling diseases and as cosmetic agents.

Abstract: A Schiff base compound of formula (I): ##STR1## wherein Ar represents an aromatic group, which may have a substituent; n is 0 or 1; and Z represents ##STR2## in which m is an integer of 0 or 1, or ##STR3## provided that when Z is ##STR4## and Ar is a phenyl group and the substituent thereof is an alkoxyl group represented by C.sub.p H.sub.2p+1 O, p is an integer of 1 to 4.In addition, a nonlinear optical material using the above Schiff base compound of formula (I) is disclosed.

Abstract: N-phenylalkyl substituted .alpha.-amino carboxamide derivatives of formula (I) ##STR1## wherein R is C.sub.1 -C.sub.8 alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.8 cycloalkyl, furyl, thienyl, pyridyl or unsubstituted or substituted phenyl; A is a --(CH.sub.2).sub.m -- or --(CH.sub.2).sub.p --X--(CH.sub.2).sub.q -- group wherein X is --O--, --S-- or --NR.sub.4 --; R.sub.1, R.sub.2, R.sub.3, R'.sub.3, R.sub.4, n, m, p and q are as herein defined; and each of R.sub.5 and R.sub.6 is independently hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, and the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, are active on the central nervous system and can be used as anti-epileptic, anti-Parkinson, neuroprotective, antidepressant, antispastic and/or hypnotic agents in mammals.

Abstract: Fungicidal compounds having the formula (I): ##STR1## and stereoisomers thereof, wherein A is hydrogen, halo, hydroxy, C.sub.1-4 alkyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxy, C.sub.1-4 haloalkyl, C.sub.1-4 haloalkoxy, C.sub.1-4 alkylcarbonyl, C.sub.1-4 alkoxycarbonyl, phenoxy, nitro or cyano; R.sup.1 and R.sup.2, which may be the same or different, are hydrogen, optionally substituted alkyl, optionally substituted cycloalkyl, optionally substituted heterocyclylalkyl, optionally substituted cycloalkylalkyl, optionally substituted aralkyl, optionally substituted aryloxyalkyl, optionally substituted heterocyclyloxyalkyl, optionally substituted alkenyl, optionally substituted alkynyl, optionally substituted alkoxy, optionally substituted aryl, optionally substituted heterocyclyl, optionally substituted aryloxy, optionally substituted heterocyclyloxy, nitro, halo, cyano, --NR.sup.3 R.sup.4, --CO.sub.2 R.sup.3, --CONR.sup.3 R.sup.4, --COR.sup.3, --S(O).sub.n R.sup.3 wherein n is 0, 1 or 2, (CH.sub.2).sub.m PO(OR.sup.3).sub.

Abstract: This invention relates to compounds which are derivatives of cyclopentane which are useful as antihypertensive agents, to pharmaceutical compositions including such compounds, and to their use in treating hypertension.

Abstract: The invention relates to novel 2,5-diaminotetralines of the formula: ##STR1## wherein R1, R2, R3 and R4 are defined herein, processes for preparing them and their use in pharmaceutical compositions. The novel 2,5-diaminotetralines are useful in treating diseases caused by disorders of the dopaminergic systems.

Abstract: Herbicidal .alpha.-(5-aryloxy-naphthalen-1-yl-oxy)propionic acid derivatives of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 stands for hydrogen, halogen, cyano or trifluoromethyl,R.sup.2 stands for hydrogen or halogen,R.sup.3 stands for halogen, cyano, trifluoromethyl or trifluoromethoxy,R.sup.4 stands for hydrogen or halogen,R.sup.5 stands for hydrogen or halogen andZ stands for halogen, hydroxyl, amino, alkylamino, alkenylamino, alkinylamino, arylamino, aralkylamino, alkoxycarbonylalkylamino, cyanamino, dialkylamino, dialkenylamino, alkylsulphonylamino, arylsulphonylamino, hydroxylamino, alkoxyamino, hydrazino, alkylsulphonylhydrazino, arylsulphonylhydrazino, alkylthio, arylthio, aralkylthio, alkoxycarbonylalkylthio or for the --O--R.sup.6 group,wherein R.sup.6 can be various organic radicals.The starting material naphthol of the formula ##STR2## is also new.

Abstract: A process is disclosed for preparing aromatic-substituted unsaturated amides. The process comprises treating a compound of the formula ##STR1## where Ar is C.sub.6 to C.sub.10 aryl unsubstituted or substituted with at least one halo, amino, nitro, hydroxy, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkoxy or haloalkyl, the alkyl moiety being C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 linear or branched or the group ##STR2## where Ar' is C.sub.6 to C.sub.10 aryl unsubstituted or substituted with at least one halo, amino, nitro, hydroxy, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 alkoxy or haloalkyl, the alkyl moiety being C.sub.1 to C.sub.6 linear or branched; and R and R' are the same or different and are hydrogen or C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl and can also be phenyl unsubstituted or substituted with at least one halo, amino, nitro, hydroxy, C.sub.1 to C.sub.12 linear or branched alkyl, C.sub.1 to C.sub.

Abstract: The invention relates to a process for the preparation of compounds of the formula ##STR1## in which Q is substituted or unsubstituted C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, A is a direct bond or a bridging member, s is the number 1 or 2, Z is a radical of the formula --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 OH, --CH.dbd.CH.sub.2 or --CH.sub.2 CH.sub.2 --Y, and Y is a leaving group, and the benzene or napthalene nucleus I can be further substituted, which comprises reacting compounds of the formula ##STR2## with compounds of the formulaQ--OH (3)in which A, s, Z and Q are as defined under formula (1), in the presence of hydrogenation catalysts, and then carrying out further conversion reactions where appropriate.The compounds obtained by the process according to the invention are suitable as intermediates for the preparation of reactive dyes.

Abstract: The present invention are novel amino acid amide compounds of the following general formula which inhibit the enzyme acylcoenzyme A:cholesterol acyltransferase: ##STR1## wherein R is phenyl or 1- or 2-naphthyl which are unsubstituted or may be substituted; R.sub.1 is hydrogen or a straight or branched alkyl group having from 1 to 6 carbon atoms; R.sub.2 is hydrogen, an aliphatic group, an aromatic group, an aralkyl or diarylalkyl group or R.sub.1 and R.sub.2 form a carbocyclic group; R.sub.3 is hydrogen, an aliphatic group, an aralkyl group wherein the alkyl moiety may contain a carbocyclic entity; R.sub.4 is hydrogen, an aliphatic group, SO.sub.2 R.sub.14, --C(.dbd.S)NHR.sub.15, --CO.sub.2 R.sub.15, --COR.sub.18, or --C(.dbd.O)NHR.sub.15 wherein R.sub.14 is morpholino, phenyl or substituted phenyl; R.sub.15 is an alkyl group, phenyl or phenylalkyl wherein the phenyl group may be substituted; and R.sub.18 is the same is R.sub.15 or is halo-substituted alkyl, 9-fluoroenylmethylene or pyrrolidino.

Abstract: A class of tricyclic glycinamide derivatives is described having use in treatment of CNS dysfunctions such as epilepsy and convulsive disorders. Compounds of most interest are those of the formula ##STR1## wherein each of X and Y is hydrido; wherein Z is selected from methylene, ethylene, ethenylene, thiomethylene and thioethylene; and wherein each of R.sup.1, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 is hydrido; or a pharmaceutically-acceptable salt thereof.

Abstract: Disclosed is a process for the preparation of organic esters and amides by reacting (a) a 5 to 60 mole % excess of an ester of (substituted-4-hydroxyphenyl) alkanoic acid with (b) (i) a C.sub.4 -C.sub.20 aliphatic alcohol or thioether alcohol having one or more hydroxyl groups or (ii) an amine of the formula, (R"').sub.2 N(CH.sub.2).sub.n R"" wherein R"' is hydrogen, C.sub.1-7 alkyl, C.sub.5-12 cycloalkyl, or C.sub.6-12 aryl, provided that one R"' is hydrogen, and R"" is hydrogen or N(R"').sub.2 wherein R"' is a defined above, in the presence of a catalyst system comprising a basic inorganic compound and a polar aprotic organic compound. The process provides higher yields of the desired product, shorter reaction times, and reduces the production of undesirable side-products.

Abstract: The invention provides a process for the preparation of fungicidally active cyclopentene derivatives of the general formula ##STR1## cyclopentane derivatives of the general formula ##STR2## and cyclohexane derivatives of the general formula ##STR3## in which n, R, R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.5, X and Y are as herein defined. Compounds of formula II and III are also provided which are useful as intermediates in the preparation of certain fungicidally active cyclopentane derivatives.

Abstract: Novel cyclic beta-ketoamides which contain an aryl moiety having utility as blood cholesterol lowering agents rendering them useful in the treatment of atherosclerosis.

Abstract: The present invention is novel selected hydroxamic acid derivatives of acyl residues of selected NSAIDS, i.e. having 5-lipoxygenase and cyclooxygenase inhibiting properties, pharmaceutical compositions for treating conditions advantageously affected by the inhibition and methods for treating these conditions in mammals, including humans suffering therefor.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I ##STR1## can be prepared by various process steps from 2-(4-methylphenyl)-2-hexafluoroisopropanol.Hexafluoroisopropyl-containing monomers are important starting compounds in the preparation of linear polycarboxamides and polycarboximides.

Abstract: Diphenylheteroalkyl derivatives of the formula I ##STR1## where A and R.sup.1 -R.sup.6 have the meanings specified in the description, and the preparation thereof are described.The substances are suitable for controlling diseases and as cosmetic agents.

Abstract: R.sup.2 is H or OH;R.sup.3 is H, OH, OCH.sub.3, CH.sub.3 or NH.sub.2 ;Rhu 4 is H, OH, OCH.sub.3, NH.sub.2 or ##STR2## The compounds of the formula I are prepared by fermentation of the strain Streptomyces parvulus DSM 40722 in the presence of substituted benzoic acids of the general formula II ##STR3## where R.sup.1 is H or OH;R.sup.2 is H or OH;R.sup.3 is H, OH, OCH.sub.3, CH.sub.3 or NH.sub.2 ;R.sup.4 is H, OH, OCH.sub.3 or NH.sub.2,and they inhibit Leukocyte elastase and can be used as pharmaceuticals.

Abstract: 2-Chloro and 2,6-dichloroanilines, optionally substituted in the 3-, 5-, and/or 6-position are prepared from the corresponding anilides by selective bromination, chlorination, reduction and hydrolysis. The selectivity of the process for introducing chlorines ortho to the amino group is very high.

Abstract: This invention relates to a process for preparing useful thromboxane A.sub.2 inhibiting (.+-.)7-[3.alpha.-[1-[[(phenylamino)thioxomethyl]hydrazono]ethyl]-1.alpha. ,4.alpha.-bicyclo[2.2.1]hept-2.beta.-yl]-heptenoic acids and useful derivatives thereof from (.+-.)octahydro-1.alpha.-methyl-3a.alpha.,7a.alpha.-4.alpha.,7.alpha.-meth ano-2H-inden-2-ones.

Abstract: Novel 1,3-diaryl cyclopentanes of the following general formula were prepared. ##STR1## These compounds were found to have potent and specific PAF (Platelet Activating Factor) antagonistic activities and as such useful in the treatment or amelioration of various diseases or disorders mediate by the PAF, for example, hypotension, inflammation, nephritis, stroke and other cardiovascular disorders, asthma, allergic and skin diseases, peptic or stomach ulcer, shock, lung edema, psoriasis, adult respiratory distress syndrome, pain including dental pain, and aggregation of platelets.

Abstract: New pharmacologically active amidino and guanidino derivatives which are 5-HT.sub.3 receptor antagonists useful as antiemetic, gastric prokinetic and antimigrainic agents of the following general formula (I) ##STR1## , wherein the substituents are defined hereinbelow, which compounds are 5-HT.sub.3 receptor antagonists useful as antiemetic gastric prokinetic and antimigraine agents, inter alia.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula ##STR1## wherein Q is substituted phenyl or substituted pyridyl; Y is nitro, cyano, or halogen; R is a group of the formula --(CHR.sup.1).sub.m --A--(CH.sup.2)--.sub.n --R.sup.3 wherein R.sup.1 and R.sup.2, independently of each other and in each (CHR.sup.1) and (CHR.sup.2) group, are hydrogen, unsubstituted or substituted alkyl, alkoxy, or alkylthio; A is --N(R.sup.1)--, --N(O)--, --O--, --S--, --S(O)--, --S(O).sub.2 --, --C(O)--, --C(O)B--, or --N(H)S(O).sub.2 --; B is alkylene, --O--, --S--, or --N(R.sup.4)--; R.sup.3 is cyano, halogen, or C(O)Z; R.sup.4 is hydrogen or unsubstituted or substituted alkyl; Z is hydrogen, unsubstituted or substituted alkyl, --N(R.sup.4).sub.2, --OR.sup.5, --SR.sup.5, or --N(R.sup.4)SO.sub.2 R.sup.6 ; R.sup.5 is hydrogen, unsubstituted or substituted alkyl, or an agronomically-acceptable cation; R.sup.

Abstract: A novel compound of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is optionally esterified or amidated carboxyl; R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are the same or different and are hydrogen or alkyl; A is formyl, hydroxyiminomethyl or carboxyl; and X is hydrogen or halogen, or a salt thereof, which is useful as an aromatase inhibitor or an intermediate of its production. Processes for producing the compound of the formula (I) and an aromatase inhibitor containing as an active component the compound of the formula (I) wherein A is formyl and X is hydrogen or, a salt thereof as well as Penicillium funiculosum capable for producing the compound (I) wherein R.sub.1 is carboxyl, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are hydrogen and X is formyl are also disclosed.

Abstract: Novel substituted benzamides of the formula ##STR1## wherein R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.3, R.sup.4, R.sup.5 and A are as defined herein are useful in the treatment of emesis, and particularly chemotherapy-induced emesis in cancer patients. Some of the compounds are also useful in disorders relating to impaired gastric motility.

Abstract: Substituted benzamidines and their hydrochloride salts are useful as ultraviolet light absorbers, the benzamidines having the formula ##STR1## wherein: A.sup.1 and A.sup.2 may be the same or different and represent --COOR.sup.1, --CONR.sup.1 R.sup.2, --C.tbd.N or --C.sub.6 H.sub.5 ;A.sup.3 represents --H, --OH, --OR, --Cl, --NO.sub.2, --C.tbd.N, --C.sub.6 H.sub.5, or an alkyl group of one to five carbon atoms;R.sup.1 and R.sup.2 may be the same or different and represent hydrogen or an alkyl group of one to ten carbon atoms; and,R represents an alkyl group of one to ten carbon atoms.

Abstract: Compounds having the formula ##STR1## wherein R is C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 lower alkoxy; C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 lower alkylthio; 3- to 6-membered heterocycle or substituted heterocycle; phenyl or substituted phenyl; R.sub.1 is hydrogen or C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 lower alkyl; R.sub.2 is selected from the group consisting of hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 lower alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 cycloalkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 lower alkylalkoxy or combinations thereof; R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are independently selected from the group consisting of hydrogen; C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 lower alkyl; C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 lower alkenyl; C.sub.2 -C.sub.6 lower alkynyl; 3- to 6-membered heterocyle or substituted heterocycle; alkyl heterocycle or substituted alkyl heterocycle; phenyl or substituted phenyl; and where R.sub.3 l or R.sub.4 is a basic heterocyle, herbicidally acceptable organic or inorganic salts thereof are herbicidally active.

Abstract: A compound of formula (I) ##STR1## in which: X denotes hydrogen, a halogen, a trifluoromethyl group, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkoxy group;R.sub.1 denotes a linear or branched C.sub.2 -C.sub.8 alkyl group, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.5 cycloalkyl group or a cycloalkylmethyl group in which the cycloalkyl moiety has from 3 to 5 carbon atoms;R.sub.2 denotes hydrogen or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group;R.sub.3 denotes hydrogen, a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl group, an optionally substituted phenylalkyl group or a pyridylalkyl group;or R.sub.2 and R.sub.3 denote, together with the nitrogen to which they are attached, a pyrrolidinyl, piperidyl, morpholinyl, perhydrothiazinyl, piperazinyl or 4-methylpiperazinyl ring; andAr denotes a phenyl group, optionally having from one to three substituents, each of which is, independently, a halogen or a C.sub.1 -C.sub.4 alkyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel sunscreen agents which have the ability to absorb both UVA and UVB wavelength radiation. The sunscreen agents comprise a specific type of UVA-absorbing chromophore covalently bonded to a specific type of UVB-absorbing chromophore. The chromophore moieties are covalently bonded together such that the electron systems of these moieties are not directly coupled.The present invention further relates to sunscreen compositions containing the hereinbefore described type of sunscreen agents. Furthermore, the present invention relates to methods for protecting the skin of humans or lower animals from the effects of UVA and UVB wavelength radiation. This method comprises topically applying to the skin an effective coating of a sunscreen composition of the present invention.

Abstract: The invention relates to new 4-benzoyl-3-hydroxy-5-oxo-3-cyclohexenecarboxylic acid derivatives of general formula I ##STR1## in which A, B, R.sup.1, R.sup.2, R.sup.2 and R.sup.3 have the meanings given in the description, and their use as plant growth regulants.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel N-substituted 2-hydroxybenzamide and N-substituted 2-hydroxy-.alpha.-oxo-benezene acetamide compounds pharmaceutical compositions, and methods of use for therefore for the treatment of diseases in which products having lipoxygenase enzyme activity contribute to the pathological condition. Selected novel intermediates are also the present invention.

Abstract: A novel compound of the formula (I): ##STR1## wherein R.sub.1 is optionally esterified or amidated carboxyl; R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are the same or different and are hydrogen or halogen or alkyl; A is formyl, hydroxyiminomethyl or carboxyl; and A is hydrogen or halogen, or a salt thereof, which is useful as an aromatase inhibitor or an intermediate of its production. Processes for producing the compound of the formula (I) and an aromatase inhibitor containing as an active compound the compound of the formula (I) wherein A is formyl and X is hydrogen or, a salt thereof as well as Penicillium funiculosum capable for producing the compound (I) wherein R.sub.1 is carboxyl, R.sub.2, R.sub.3 and R.sub.4 are hydrogen and X is formyl are also disclosed.

Abstract: Antithrombotic, antiatherosclerotic and antiischaemic compounds of the formula ##STR1## in which R.sup.1 is ##STR2## or SO.sub.2 R.sup.4, R.sup.3 is aryl, substituted aryl, heteroaryl, aralkyl or the group ##STR3## R.sup.4 is aryl or substrituted aryl, R.sup.2 is OH, alkoxy, phenoxy, benzoxy or NR.sup.5 R.sup.6, andR.sup.5 and R.sup.6 each independently is hydrogen or alkyl, orone of the radicals R.sup.5 or R.sup.6 is benzyl, and physiologically acceptable salts thereof with mono- and divalent cations.

Abstract: A plant male sterilant, which comprises as an active ingredient a compound having the formula (I): ##STR1## in which X is --OH, --O.sup.- M.sup.+, --OR.sup.1 or ##STR2## wherein M.sup.+ is an alkali metal cation, an alkaline earth metal cation or ##STR3## in which R.sup.4, R.sup.5 and R.sup.6 are the same or different and each is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 alkenyl group, C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 alkynyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.8 cycloslkyl, benzyl or phenyl group;R.sup.1 is a C.sub.1 -C.sub.9 alkyl, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.6 alkenyl, a C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 alkynyl, C.sub.1 -C.sub.3 alkoxy (C.sub.1 -C.sub.4)-alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.8 cycloalkyl, benzyl or phenyl; andR.sup.2 and R.sup.3 are the same or different and each is hydrogen, C.sub.1 -C.sub.6 alkyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 alkenyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.4 alkynyl, C.sub.3 -C.sub.8 cycloalkyl, a benzyl group in which at most two hydrogen atoms at the .alpha.-position thereof may be substituted by methyl, C.sub.2 -C.sub.