The present application provides novel compounds and methods for preparing and using these compounds. In one embodiment, the compounds are of the structure of formula (I), wherein R.sup.1-R.sup.4 are defined herein. In a further embodiment, these compounds are useful in method for regulating one or both of the P2X.sub.3 or P2X.sub.2/3 receptors. In another embodiment, these compounds are useful for treating pain in patients by administering one or more of the compounds to a patient.

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The invention features methods for preventing or treating CGRP associated disorders such as vasomotor symptoms and/or headaches (e.g., migraine, cluster headache, and tension headache) by administering an anti-CGRP antagonist antibody. Compositions for use in the disclosed methods are also provided. Antagonist antibody G1 and antibodies derived from G1 directed to CGRP are also described.

The invention features methods for preventing or treating CGRP associated disorders such as vasomotor symptoms and/or headaches (e.g., migraine, cluster headache, and tension headache) by administering an anti-CGRP antagonist antibody. Compositions for use in the disclosed methods are also provided. Antagonist antibody G1 and antibodies derived from G1 directed to CGRP are also described.

A compound of Formula I, ##STR00001##
and its analogs are provided. Compositions that include Formula I can be used to inhibit human equilibrative nucleoside transporter 1, increase adenosine signaling and produce effects that include increasing antiviral activity, increasing antiparasitic activity, increasing alcohol tolerance, decreasing pain protecting from ischemia as well as many other conditions.

The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG) and a terpene component, and their use in the treatment of chronic pain. The invention also relates to methods for treating chronic pain, especially chronic pain in athletes.

The invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising Δ9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), cannabidiol (CBD) and cannabigerol (CBG) and a terpene component, and their use in the treatment of chronic pain. The invention also relates to methods for treating chronic pain, especially chronic pain in athletes.

A compound represented by general formula (I) or stereoisomers thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates or prodrugs thereof, a preparation method therefor and a pharmaceutical composition containing the compound. An application of the compound of general formula (I) in preparation of drugs for treating and/or preventing she-mediated diseases, especially an application in preparation of drugs for treating inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, diabetes complications, diabetes-related diseases, fibrotic diseases, neurological and mental diseases, pain, and ulcer diseases, etc.

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A compound represented by general formula (I) or stereoisomers thereof and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, solvates or prodrugs thereof, a preparation method therefor and a pharmaceutical composition containing the compound. An application of the compound of general formula (I) in preparation of drugs for treating and/or preventing she-mediated diseases, especially an application in preparation of drugs for treating inflammatory diseases, cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases, diabetes, diabetes complications, diabetes-related diseases, fibrotic diseases, neurological and mental diseases, pain, and ulcer diseases, etc.

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Provided is a compound having an mPGES-1 inhibitory activity and useful for the prophylaxis or treatment of pain, rheumatism, osteoarthritis, fever, Alzheimer's disease, multiple sclerosis, arteriosclerosis, glaucoma, ocular hypertension, ischemic retinal disease, systemic scleroderma and cancer including colorectal cancer.

A compound represented by the formula [I] or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof:

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wherein each symbol is as defined in the SPECIFICATION.

The present invention relates to a novel and improved process for preparing (4S)-4-(4-cyano-2-methoxyphenyl)-5-ethoxy-2,8-dimethyl-1,4-dihydro-1,6-naphthyridine-3-carboxamide of the formula (I) ##STR00001##
and also the preparation and use of the crystalline polymorph I of (4S)-4-(4-cyano-2-methoxyphenyl)-5-ethoxy-2,8-dimethyl-1,4-dihydro-1,6-naphthyridine-3-carboxamide of the formula (I).