The present invention relates to use 1,3-thiazol-2-yl substituted benzamide compounds of general formula (I) as described and defined herein, to pharmaceutical compositions and combinations comprisingsaid compounds for the treatment or prophylaxis of diseases which are associated with nerve fiber sensitization, and / or other pathological conditions associated with autonomic imbalance caused by increased chemoreceptor sensitivity, in particular for the treatment of breathing disorders, Cheyne Stokes respiration, central and obstructive sleep apnea, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, resistant hypertension, and heart failure, which are related to increased activity of P2X3 receptors.