| abstract |
The present invention is directed to a compound of the formula (I): <CHEM> and pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof, wherein R<1>, R<2>, Y, U, W, k, A, E, V, R<4> and R<5> are as defined herein, pharmaceutical compositions thereof, and methods of use thereof in the inhibition of serotonin reuptake, the inhibition of the binding of 5-HT2A serotonin receptors and the treatment of diseases, conditions or disorders of the central nervous system. Further, the present invention is also directed to methods for the preparation of compounds of formula (I) and intermediates useful therefor. |