Treating arthritis with 3-(N,N-dimethyl carbamoyl)pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine

摘要

3-(N,N-Dimethylcarbamoyl)pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine of the formula: <IMAGE> which is a new compound, possesses pharmacological properties, in particular properties which are indicative of outstanding utility in the treatment of arthritic disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. The compound can be prepared by reacting a pyrazolo[1,5-a]pyridine-3-carbonyl halide (e.g. chloride) with dimethylamine.