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Benzimidazole derivatives

US6387938B1 · kind B1 · utility

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Filing dateJul 12, 2000
Grant dateMay 14, 2002
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Expiry dateJul 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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