The syntheses of (2-benzothiazolinon-3-yl)propionamide and (2-benzoxazolino
n-3-yl)propionamide derivatives are reported. The structures of these compo
unds are elucidated by their IR and H-1-NMR spectral data, as well as by el
emental analysis. The compounds were tested for antinociceptive activity by
hot plate, tail flick, tail clip, and modified Koster tests. Compounds 6b
and 7d were found to be the most promising compounds among the substances i
nvestigated.