US Patent 7282512 Cycloalkyl ketoamides derivatives useful as cathepsin K inhibitors

Cycloalkyl ketoamide derivatives, which are useful as cathepsin K inhibitors are described herein. The described invention also includes methods of making such cycloalkyl ketoamide derivatives as well as methods of using the same in the treatment of disorders, including osteoporosis, associated with enhanced bone turnover which can ultimately lead to fracture.