| abstract |
The present invention relates to a compound of formula (I) or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof: the P2X7 compounds or salts modulate the function of the receptor and are capable of antagonizing the effects of ATP on the P2X7 receptor (receptor antagonists). P2X7), the invention also provides the use of said compounds or salts, or pharmaceutical compositions thereof, in the treatment or prevention of disorders and diseases mediated by the P2X7 receptor, for example pain, inflammation or a neurodegenerative disease, in particular the pain such as inflammatory pain, neuropathic pain or visceral pain. |