Abstract: Methods of preparing a fenfluramine active pharmaceutical ingredient are provided. Aspects of the method include (a) hydrolyzing a 2-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetonitrile composition to produce a 2-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic acid composition; (b) reacting the 2-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)acetic acid composition with acetic anhydride and a catalyst to produce a 1-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)propan-2-one composition; and (c) reductively aminating the 1-(3-(trifluoromethyl)phenyl)propan-2-one composition with ethylamine using a borohydride reducing agent to produce a fenfluramine composition. Also provided are compositions and pharmaceutical ingredients prepared according to the subject methods including a pharmaceutically acceptable salt of fenfluramine and having less than 0.2% by weight in total of trifluoromethyl regioisomers.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an Agomelatine sulfuric acid complex in formula (I) and the preparation method thereof (HX=H2SO4, RSO3H (R?CH3, Ph, 4-CH3Ph)). The solubility of the Agomelatine sulfuric acid complex obtained by the method of the present invention is significantly improved compared with Agomelatine, has good stability and higher purity, and is suitable for application in finished-product medicinal preparations. The preparation process is quite simple, and a product with high purity can be obtained without special operations.

Abstract: Isolated metabolites of (1R-trans)-N-[[2-(2,3-dihydro-4-benzofuranyl)cyclopropyl]-methyl]propanamide, methods for their use, and compositions containing the metabolites.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an Agomelatine sulfuric acid complex in formula (I) and the preparation method thereof (HX=H2SO4, RSO3H (R=CH3, Ph, 4-CH3Ph)). The solubility of the Agomelatine sulfuric acid complex obtained by the method of the present invention is significantly improved compared with Agomelatine, has good stability and higher purity, and is suitable for application in finished-product medicinal preparations. The preparation process is quite simple, and a product with high purity can be obtained without special operations.

Abstract: The invention concerns a new process for the preparation of crystalline form of agomelatine from a solution of agomelatine in a solvent, characterized in that the agomelatine is crystallized by instantaneous precipitation from said solution, at a temperature equal to or below ?10° C.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel solid forms of agomelatine (I), specifically novel phaamaceutically acceptable cocrystals thereof, as well as to methods of preparing them. Three pharmaceutically acceptable cocrystals of (I) that have physico-chemical properties acceptable for pharmaceutical development were obtained.

Abstract: The 1-aryl-2-aryloxyethane compounds of Formula 1 in which n and m are zero or equal to 1, provided that n+m=1, R1 and R2 in particular representing hydrogen atoms, R3 and R4 in particular representing hydrogen atoms, halogen atoms, hydroxy or alkoxy groups, and R5 in particular representing hydrogen atoms, hydroxy, alkyl, alkoxy, amino or nitro groups, in cosmetic compositions intended for anti-ageing and/or depigmenting and/or anti-inflammatory and/or wound-healing care.

Abstract: Process for the industrial synthesis of the compound of formula (I)

Abstract: The invention concerns a new process for the preparation of two crystalline forms of agomelatine, in particular a process for preparation of form I and a new form of agomelatine, here called form VII.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the intermediate compounds for preparation of agomelatine, as well as the preparation methods thereof The intermediate of the present invention for preparation of agomelatine is compound A as shown in the following formula. Also provided are two novel intermediate compounds. When we use these new intermediate compounds to prepare agomelatine, it is simple to manipulate, well-controlled and with high purity, without complicated operations such as rectification and column chromatography separation, and suitable for industrial production. Meanwhile, the preparation methods of the two new intermediates themselves is simple and high yield, only using the most commonly-used 7-methoxy-tetralone as original starting material and undergoing one step of reaction to obtain the intermediates, followed by one more step of converting the intermediate compounds to desired product agomelatine.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agomelatine hydrobromide hydrate of formula I wherein X is Br, preparation and use thereof, and to pharmaceutical compositions containing it. The agomelatine hydrobromide hydrate obtained through the present method has significant increased solubility than agomelatine, and therefore is more suitable for manufacturing pharmaceutical formulations. In addition, the product enjoys higher stability and purity. Using the present method, product of high purity can be obtained through a simple process, free of any complicated steps.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agomelatine hydrochloride hydrate of formula I, preparation and use thereof, and to pharmaceutical composition containing it. The agomelatine hydrohalide hydrate obtained through the present method has significant increased solubility than agomelatine, and therefore is more suitable for manufacturing pharmaceutical formulations. In addition, the product enjoys higher stability and purity. Using the present method, product of high purity can be obtained through a simple process, free of any complicated steps. wherein X is Cl.

Abstract: This invention provides compounds of formula A and formula B which are modulators of potassium ion channels and are useful for the treatment of seizure disorders.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for preparing a metal catalyst comprising at least one ligand that is coordinated to the metal through at least one phosphorous (P) atom and at least one nitrogen (N) atom, the method comprising reacting a metal pre-cursor complex with an acid addition salt of an aminophosphine, diaminophosphine, aminodiphosphine or diaminodiphosphine, in the presence of a base.

Abstract: New co-crystal of agomelatine composed of: agomelatine, or N-[2-(7-methoxy-1-naphthyl)ethyl]acetamide of formula (I) and an organic acid. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating disorders of the melatoninergic system.

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel solid forms of agomelatine (I), specifically novel phaamaceutically acceptable cocrystals thereof, as well as to methods of preparing them. Three pharmaceutically acceptable cocrystals of (I) that have physico-chemical properties acceptable for pharmaceutical development were obtained.

Abstract: The present invention provides a new crystalline form VII of agomelatine, its method of preparation, application and pharmaceutical composition. This new crystalline form offers high purity, a stable crystalline structure and good reproducibility, while its method of production lends itself well to large scale production. In terms of stability and purity, it is superior to the numerous crystalline forms which have hitherto been reported. As a result, the crystalline form VII of the present invention possesses advantages in pharmaceutical preparation.

Abstract: Methods and compositions for pest control, and more particularly for control of ants, e.g., of the subfamily Myrmicinae, using tyramides.

Abstract: Process for the industrial synthesis of the compound of formula (I)

Abstract: The present invention relates to novel Ruthenium catalysts and related borohydride complexes, and the use of such catalysts, inter alia, for (1) hydrogenation of amides (including polyamides) to alcohols and amines; (2) preparing amides from alcohols with amines (including the preparation of polyamides (e.g., polypeptides) by reacting dialcohols and diamines and/or by polymerization of amino alcohols); (3) hydrogenation of esters to alcohols (including hydrogenation of cyclic esters (lactones) or cyclic di-esters (di-lactones) or polyesters); (4) hydrogenation of organic carbonates (including polycarbonates) to alcohols and hydrogenation of carbamates (including polycarbamates) or urea derivatives to alcohols and amines; (5) dehydrogenative coupling of alcohols to esters; (6) hydrogenation of secondary alcohols to ketones; (7) amidation of esters (i.e.

Abstract: The present invention relates to the intermediate compounds for preparation of agomelatine, as well as the preparation methods thereof. The intermediate of the present invention for preparation of agomelatine is compound A as shown in the following formula. Also provided are two novel intermediate compounds. When we use these new intermediate compounds to prepare agomelatine, it is simple to manipulate, well-controlled and with high purity, without complicated operations such as rectification and column chromatography separation, and suitable for industrial production. Meanwhile, the preparation methods of the two new intermediates themselves is simple and high yield, only using the most commonly-used 7-methoxy-tetralone as original starting material and undergoing one step of reaction to obtain the intermediates, followed by one more step of converting the intermediate compounds to desired product agomelatine.

Abstract: Provided are novel compositions and analogs which are useful in a number of applications, indications and diseases, as well as for monitoring pharmakinetics and patient management. These compounds and analogs are applicable to treating tumors of the central nervous system, e.g., glioblastoma (GBM).

Abstract: A process for the preparation of a substituted 2,2?-dithiophene is described, which process comprises the steps (a), (c) and optional steps (b) and (d): a reaction of a compound of the formula: with a suitable lithium organic compound, preferably Li-alkyl or Li-alkylamide; b) optional exchange of lithium against another metal selected from Mg1 Zn and Cu; c) reaction of the metallated intermediate obtained in step (a) or (b) with a suitable electrophil, which is CO2 or an aldehyde (addition reaction), or a compound Y?—R17 or Y?—R18-Z (substitution reaction), where R17 and R18 are as defined in claim 1; and optionally d) modification of the product obtained in step (c), e.g. by introducing one or more conjugating moieties Y ring closure between suitable monovalent residues R17, exchange or extension of functional groups or substituents such as addition to carbonyl or substitution of carbonyl in R17 or R18.

Abstract: A novel use of conjugates of psychotropic drugs (e.g., antidepressants or anti-epileptic drugs) and organic acids such as GABA in the treatment of pain is disclosed. A novel GABA conjugate and uses thereof is also disclosed.

Abstract: The present invention relates to an agomelatine hydrochloride hydrate of formula I, preparation and use thereof, and to pharmaceutical composition containing it. The agomelatine hydrohalide hydrate obtained through the present method has significant increased solubility than agomelatine, and therefore is more suitable for manufacturing pharmaceutical formulations. In addition, the product enjoys higher stability and purity. Using the present method, product of high purity can be obtained through a simple process, free of any complicated steps. wherein X is Cl.

Abstract: New co-crystal of agomelatine composed of: agomelatine, or N-[2-(7-methoxy-1-naphthyl)ethyl]acetamide of formula (I) and an organic acid. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating disorders of the melatoninergic system.

Abstract: Agomelatine crystal, which is a drug for treating depression, and pharmaceutical compositions thereof are provided. The X-ray powder diffraction spectra of such agomelatine crystal, which is irradiated by Cu-K? and showed by 2?(degree), has characteristic diffraction peaks at 12.84, 13.84, 16.14, 18.56, 19.12, 20.86, 21.20, 23.84; its IR absorption pattern has characteristic absorption peaks at about 3234, 3060, 2940, 1638, 1511, 1436, 1249, 1215, 1184, 1032, 908, 828, 755, 588 cm-1, and its DSC endothermic transition temperature is 97.6° C. The use of the agomelatine crystal as an active ingredient in preparing a medicament for the treatment of depression is also provided.

Abstract: Process for obtaining the crystalline form V of the compound of formula (I):

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compositions and methods for treating neurodegenerative diseases and disorders, particularly ophthalmic diseases and disorders. Provided herein are alkoxyl derivative compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. The subject compositions are useful for treating and preventing ophthalmic diseases and disorders, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and Stargardt's Disease.

Abstract: The invention relates to new compounds of the formula I to their use as medicaments, to methods for their therapeutic use and to pharmaceutical compositions containing them.

Abstract: Methods for identifying MarR family inhibiting compounds are described. The methods include the use of computer aided rational based drug design programs and three dimensional structures of MarR family polypeptides.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a process for preparing 4-acetyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-benzo[1,4]diazepine and the intermediates thereof. The present invention provides a compound represented by formula I and a compound represented by formula II, and processes for preparing 4-acetyl-2,3,4,5-tetrahydro-benzo[1,4]diazepine by using the compound represented by formula I, the compound represented by formula II and o-nitrobenzaldehyde. The invention has the advantages of the shorter synthesis steps, easily available raw materials and simple operation. Moreover, the process is economic and safe by avoiding the use of expensive and dangerous lithium aluminum hydride.

Abstract: Process for the industrial synthesis of the compound of formula (I)

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to compositions and methods for treating neurodegenerative diseases and disorders, particularly ophthalmic diseases and disorders. Provided herein are alkoxyl derivative compounds and pharmaceutical compositions comprising these compounds. The subject compositions are useful for treating and preventing ophthalmic diseases and disorders, including age-related macular degeneration (AMD) and Stargardt's Disease.

Abstract: Methods of preparing cinacalcet, cinacalcet derivatives, and salts thereof is disclosed herein. Also disclosed herein are polymorphs of cinacalcet, compositions of cinacalcet, and methods of treating a subject by administering cinacalcet, wherein cinacalcet is prepared by the disclosed methods.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein m, p, q, Ar, R1 and R2 are as defined herein. Also provided are methods for preparing, compositions comprising, and methods for using compounds of formula I.

Abstract: Process for the industrial synthesis of the compound of formula (I)

Abstract: Treatment of CNS disorders with (1R,4S)-trans 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-napthalenamine; and (1S,4R)-trans 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-napthalenamine is disclosed. A process for preparing 4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydro-1-napthalenamine is also disclosed. The process includes the preparation of all four isomers of N-[4-(3,4-dichlorophenyl)-1,2,3,4-tetrahydronaphthalen-1-yl]formamide, which are also useful.

Abstract: The present disclosure relates to a method for preparing a metal catalyst comprising at least one ligand that is coordinated to the metal through at least one phosphorous (P) atom and at least one nitrogen (N) atom, the method comprising reacting a metal pre-cursor complex with an acid ad salt of an aminophosphine, diaminophosphine, aminodiphosphine or diaminodiphosphine, in the presence of a base.

Abstract: A method of preparation of a highly pure salt of R,R-formoterol L-tartrate is disclosed. The process provides the most thermodynamically stable polymorph by recrystallization of a novel polymorph.

Abstract: A production method of a compound containing a primary, secondary, or tertiary aminomethyl aromatic ring of the present invention includes: using a fluoroboron compound or a dimer thereof, or solvates thereof, which are represented by a formula (I): Ra(Rb)N—CH2—BF3M??(I) as an aminomethylating agent for an aromatic ring; and reacting the aminomethylating agent with an aromatic ring-containing compound, which can react with the aminomethylating agent, under the presence of a metal catalyst such as a palladium compound so as to perform the direct aminomethylation of the aromatic ring.

Abstract: The present invention relates to new benzoquinolone inhibitors of VMAT2, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof.

Abstract: The invention provides a new crystalline form of agomelatine, preparation and use thereof. The X-ray powder diffraction diagram of the agomelatine crystalline form shows main peaks at the diffraction angles 2? 11.13°, 11.82°, 17.49°, 18.29°, 19.48°, 19.72°, 20.50°, 21.76°, 22.54°, 22.97°, 24.56°, 25.36°, 27.16° and 31.93°. Said new crystalline form is characterized by high purity, stability and good reproducibility, and thus is advantageous for the pharmaceutical formulation. In addition, the stability and solubility of said crystalline form are also superior over the several existing crystalline forms.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a complex of agomelatine and to preparation thereof. The hydrogen halide complex of agomelatine obtained through the present method is more soluble, more stable, and of higher purity than agomelatine itself, making it more suitable to be used in pharmaceutical preparation. Using this method, product of high purity can be obtained through a simple process, without having to incur further complicated steps.

Abstract: The invention pertains to a method for eluting a radionuclide-label or a radionuclide-labeled compound using a solid phase extraction resin, to a device for performing such a method, and to a computer program for controlling such a device.

Abstract: Crystalline form VI of the compound of formula (I): characterised by its X-ray powder diffraction diagram. Medicinal products containing the same which are useful in treating melatoninergic disorders.

Abstract: The invention provides methods and reagents for the metathesis of secondary amides via a transacylation mechanism employing catalytic quantities of an imide initiator and a Brønsted base. Equilibrium-controlled exchange between various amide reactant pairs is demonstrated for substrates bearing a variety of N-alkyl and N-aryl substituents.

Abstract: Compounds of formula I: wherein X, R2, R3, R5 and R6 are defined herein, are useful as inhibitors of the hepatitis C virus NS5B polymerase.

Abstract: One aspect of the invention relates to a method of animation or amidation, comprising the step of combining a substrate, comprising a reactive C—H bond, and an amine or amide, comprising a reactive N—H bond, in the presence of an oxidizing agent and a metal-containing catalyst, thereby forming a product with a covalent bond between the carbon of the reactive C—H bond and the nitrogen of the reactive N—H bond.

Abstract: Compounds of the formula I, II or III: or pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein m, n, q, Ar, R1, R2, R3, R4 and R5 are as defined herein. Also provided are methods for preparing, compositions comprising, and methods for using compounds of formulas I-III.