A PHARMACEUTICAL COMPOSITION CONTAINING N-PHOSPHONOGLYCINE DERIVATIVES FOR INHIBITING THE GROWTH OF VIRUSES AND CANCERS

摘要

This invention is a pharmaceutical composition that inhibits the growth of cancers and tumors in mammals, particularly in human and warm blooded animals. The composition is also effective against viruses. The composition contains Nphosphonoglycine derivatives which are systemic herbicides. The composition can also contain N-phosphonoglycine derivatives in combination with chemotherapeutic agents for treatment of cancers and tumors. Optionally potentiators can be included. N-phosphonoglycine derivatives with a potentiator can be used to treat viral infections.