abstract |
The present invention provides compounds of formula I, or pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters or prodrugs thereof (see formula I) that possess antibacterial properties. In addition, the present invention relates to pharmaceutical compositions comprising said compounds for administration to an individual who needs antibiotic treatment. The invention also relates to methods for treating a bacterial infection in an individual by administering a pharmaceutical composition comprising the compounds of the present invention. The invention also includes methods by which the compounds of the present invention are made. |