| abstract |
The present invention relates to cis- derivatives of formula (I) wherein R1 is hydrogen, halogen or lower alkyl; R2/R3 are independently from each other hydrogen, halogen, CN, lower alkyl, lower alkyl substituted by halogen, lower alkoxy or lower alkoxy substituted by halogen; X is -O- or -N(R)-; R is hydrogen or lower alkyl; and to pharmaceutically acceptable acid addition salts thereof. The compounds of formula I are good inhibitors of the serotonin transporter (SERT inhibitors). By virtue of their efficacy as SERT inhibitors, the compounds in the present invention are particularly useful for the treatment of CNS disorders and psychotic disorders, in particular in the treatment or prevention of depressive states and/or in the treatment of anxiety. |