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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Nov. 18, 2003
Filed:
Dec. 12, 2001
Lene Teuber, Vaerlose, DK;
Frank Watjen, Farum, DK;
Neurosearch A/S, Ballerup, DK;
Abstract
The present invention relates to novel 1-phenylbenzimidazole derivatives having particular alkoxycarbonyl substituents in the 5-position of the benz ring and having particular cyclic substituents in the meta-position of the phenyl ring, as well as to pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds and to methods of treatment therewith. The compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment of central nervous system diseases and disorders, which are responsive to modulation of GABA receptor complex, and in particular for inducing and maintaining anaesthesia, sedation, and muscle relaxation, as well as for combating febrile convulsions in children. The compounds of the invention may also be used by veterinarians.