| abstract |
Disclosed are compounds of the formula n nand the pharmaceutically acceptable salts thereof wherein the variables G, L, A, W, E, R2, R3, R4, R5, R N , and R c are defined herein. These compounds interact with and inhibit the activity of the enzyme beta-secretase. These compounds are therefore useful in treating Alzheimer's disease and other similar diseases. Pharmaceutical compositions and methods of treatment of these diseases are also disclosed. |