Method for depletion of glutathione

Abstract

This invention relates to certain S-substituted homocysteine sulfoximines and their uses. Buthionine sulfoximine (BSO) appears to have significant uses for chemotherapy and radio therapy, especially combination chemotherapy and radiation therapy and for treatment of subjects with parasitic infections. The compounds of the invention have the same above-mentioned utilities as BSO but have one or more superior attributes when compared to BSO.

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