The patent application relates to new heterocyclic compounds of the general formula (I), in which R, R
1
, R
2
, Q, T, n and p have the definitions elucidated in more detail in the description, to a process for preparing them and to the use of these compounds as medicaments, particularly as aldosterone synthase inhibitors.
Provided is a compound represented by the following general formula (I), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. This novel compound has a glycogen-synthase activation ability, but activates a receptor PPAR to a low degree and is highly safe.
In the formula, Ar is an aromatic carbocyclic ring or a heterocyclic ring; and Ar
2
is represented by any one of the following rings and the like.
Provided is a compound represented by the following general formula (I), or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. This novel compound has a glycogen-synthase activation ability, but activates a receptor PPAR to a low degree and is highly safe.
In the formula, Ar is an aromatic carbocyclic ring or a heterocyclic ring; and Ar2 is represented by any one of the following rings and the like.