| abstract |
The application discloses a compound of formula (I) or a salt thereof, wherein: X is N; W is: (i)-(CR 3 R 3 ) 1-4- ; (ii)-(CR 3 R 3 ) x- Y-(CR 3 R 3 ) y- ; or (iii)-Y-(CR 3 R 3 ) 2 -Y-; and Y, R 1 , R 2 , R 3 , R 5 , R 6 , R 8 , x and y are defined herein. The present application also discloses methods of using the compounds as TNFα modulators, and pharmaceutical compositions comprising the compounds. These compounds are useful in the treatment of inflammatory and autoimmune diseases. |