| abstract |
This invention relates to novel dimeric compounds, methods for their preparation, pharmaceutical formulations thereof, and their use as antiviral agents. The compounds are particulary useful against influenza virus. In particular the invention provides a dimeric compound which comprises two neuraminidase binding molecules atached to a sacer or linking group. Preferably the dimeric molecule comprises two neuraminidase-binding neuraminic acid(sialic acid)or cyclopentyl or cyclohexenyl carboxylic acid derivatives covalently attached toa common spacer group. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment, prophylaxisand diagnossis are disclosed and claimed. |