| abstract |
A compound can include a structure having decoquinate coupled to a prodrug moiety, or derivative or isomer or pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof. The compound can be a decoquinate prodrug. The decoquinate prodrug can have a structure of any of the formulae described herein. The decoquinate prodrug can be synthesized in any manner, such as a synthetic method that includes Scheme 1A or Scheme IB and Schemes 2, 3, and/or 4. The decoquinate prodrug can be prepared into a pharmaceutical composition with a pharmaceutically acceptable carrier, such as an aqueous composition. The decoquinate prodrug can be used for inhibiting or treating a parasitic infection, such as a malarial infection or a coccidian infection. |