compounds and compositions for use in methods for the treatment and prophylaxis of pneumocystis carinii pneumonia and other diseases.

摘要

New pentamidine analogue compounds and compositions containing the new analogues are disclosed. Methods for the treatment of, and prophylaxis against, Pneumocystis carinii pneumonia, and methods for treating leishmaniasis, giardiasis, and malaria using the new analogues are also disclosed.