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Benzimidazoles and imidazopyridines as central nervous system agents

US5486517A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMay 10, 1994
Grant dateJan 23, 1996
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Expiry dateMay 10, 2014

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  • Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
  • CPC primaryC07D471/04
  • WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

Benzimidazoles and imidazopyridines are described, as well as methods for the preparation and pharmaceutical composition of same, which are useful as central nervous system agents and are particularly useful as antipsychotic agents and for the treatment of disorders which respond to dopaminergic blockade including psychotis depression, substance abuse, and compulsive disorders.

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