| abstract |
The invention relates to compounds of formula (I), in which one of X and X is MeSO and the other is hydrogen or halogen, and X is hydrogen or halogen. These compounds have been found to be useful in preventing or preventing and treating respiratory diseases, especially asthma, ARDS (acute respiratory distress syndrome), COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), allergic rhinitis, and related inflammatory conditions. More specifically, the invention relates to the use of these compounds in the prevention and treatment of asthma in patients resistant to steroids. The invention also relates to drugs used in the treatment of these diseases. |