An imidazole compound represented by the formula (I), a salt thereof and a compound of the formula (V), which is one of the intermediates thereof. wherein each symbol is as defined in the present specification. The compound of the present invention shows a superior anti-ulcer activity, a gastric acid secretion inhibitory action, a mucosa-protecting action, an anti-
Helicobacter pylori
action and the like. Since it shows low toxicity, the compound is useful as a pharmaceutical product.
本发明提供了一种以式(I)表示的
咪唑化合物及其盐和式(V)的中间体之一的化合物,其中每个符号如本说明书所定义。该发明的化合物表现出优异的抗溃疡活性、抑制胃酸分泌作用、保护粘膜作用、抗幽门螺杆菌作用等。由于其毒性低,该化合物可用作制药产品。