| abstract |
The invention relates to compounds of formula (I): n n nWherein Z, R 3 to R 9 are as described herein. The invention also relates to methods of preparation of compounds of formula (I) and intermediates thereof. The compounds of this invention are active at CB1 cannabinoid receptor site, and are therefore, useful as pharmaceutical agents in treating a variety of diseases caused by the effects of CB1 cannabinoid receptors. |