| abstract |
Compounds of Formula (I), and pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters, and prodrugs thereof: (I) are disclosed, wherein A, B, D, L, X, Y, Z and R2' are described herein. The compounds exhibit antibacterial properties. The compounds of Formula (I) can be employed to treat or prevent bacterial infections as compounds per se or in the form of pharmaceutically acceptable salts, esters, or prodrugs. The compounds and their salts, esters, and prodrugs can also be employed as ingredients in pharmaceutical compositions, optionally in combination with other antibacterial agents, for the treatment of bacterial infections. Processes for making the compounds are also disclosed. |