| abstract |
(57) [Summary]nThe present invention relates to certain novel compounds identified as benzo-fused lactams that promote growth hormone release in humans and animals. This property can be used to promote the growth of edible animals, increase the production efficiency of meat products, and increase the height of patients with normal secretion deficiency of natural growth hormone in humans. The invention further relates to a growth promoting composition containing such benzo-fused lactams as its active ingredient. |