| abstract |
This invention provides novel compounds that are effective as inhibitors of caspase and cellular apoptosis. The invention also provides methods for using the compounds to treat caspase-mediated diseases in mammals. The compounds have the general formula I:wherein X is F or Cl; R<HIL><1 </SP><PDAT>is COOH, COO(alkyl), or an isostere thereof; and R<HIL><2 </SP><PDAT>is an aryl group.</PTEXT> |