FUSED IMIDAZOLE AND PYRAZOLE DERIVATIVES AS MODULATORS OF TNF ACTIVITY

摘要

A series of substituted benzimidazole, imidazo[1,2-α]pyridine and pyrazolo[1,5- α]pyridine derivatives, and analogues thereof, being potent modulators of human TNFα activity, are accordingly of benefit in the treatment and/or prevention of various human ailments, including autoimmune and inflammatory disorders; neurological and neurodegenerative disorders; pain and nociceptive disorders; cardiovascular disorders; metabolic disorders; ocular disorders; and oncological disorders.