This invention relates to novel benzimidazole derivatives, pharmaceutical compositions containing these compounds, and methods of treatment therewith.The compounds of the invention are useful in the treatment of central nervous system diseases and disorders, which are responsive to modulation of the GABAAreceptor complex, and in particular for combating anxiety and related diseases.本發明係關於一種新穎的苯并咪唑衍生物、含有此等化合物之醫藥組成物、及利用彼等之治療的方法。本發明化合物可用於治療與GABAA受體複合物之調節作用有關的中樞神經系統疾病及障礙,特別是對抗焦慮及相關疾病。