Abstract
This patent claims novel inhibitors of the formation of soluble human CD23 and their use in the treatment of diseases associated with overproduction of soluble CD23 (s-CD23) such as autoimmune diseases and allergy. The claimed compounds are also inhibitors of tumour necrosis factor alpha (TNF-α) release. The use for treatment and also for prophylaxis for said diseases has been claimed. The claimed inhibitors are peptidic hydroxamate derivatives.