COMPOUNDS OF THE FORMU;A R1-X-Y-Z-NR2R3 AS ABCA-1 ELEVATING AGENTS AGAINST CAD OR ATHEROSCLEROSIS

摘要

The present invention provides compounds that elevate cellular expression of the ABCA-1 gene, promoting cholesterol efflux from cells and increasing HDL levels in the plasma of a mammal, in particular humans. The compounds are useful for treating coronary artery disease.