| abstract |
Use of a compound of formula (III) below: <EMI ID=1.1 HE=49 WI=77 LX=725 LY=1033 TI=CF> <PC>wherein each of R<1> and R<2> is independently selected from methyl and ethyl and R<3> is hydrogen, or a derivative thereof, as an antibacterial agent. The compound (III) or derivative may be used for pharmaceutical purposes, in particular for the treatment of acne, staphylococcal infections or body odour, or for non-pharmaceutical purposes such as for the disinfection of inanimate surfaces. |