Benzimidazole derivatives
US6387938B1 · kind B1 · utility
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Key dates
| Filing date | Jul 12, 2000 |
| Grant date | May 14, 2002 |
| Priority date | — |
| Expiry date | Jul 12, 2020 |
Classification
- Technology area (CPC C)Chemistry; Metallurgy
- CPC primaryC07D235/18
- WIPO fieldOrganic fine chemistry
- WIPO sectorChemistry
Abstract
This invention provides novel benzimidazole derivatives represented by the formula (I); a process for producing the same; a drug containing at least one of such compounds as its active ingredient, in particular, a drug for preventing and/or treating diseases exhibiting eosinophilia, bronchial asthma and allergic diseases; and an enhancer for IFN-&ggr; production, and in particular, an antitumor agent or an antiviral agent based on the action of enhancing the IFN-&ggr; production which exhibits excellent oral bioavailability.
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