abstract |
A compound having Formula (I): R1-SO2NR3-L-R2; wherein R1 is an optionally substituted phenyl ring; R2 is a heterocyclic ring; R3 is H or a hydrocarbyl group; and L is an optional acyclic linker wherein when R2 is a five-membered aromatic heterocyclic ring, L is present. These compounds are useful as 11β-hydroxysteroid dehydrogenase inhibitors. |