: Provided herein are novel, stilbene like compounds of the general formula (I), then-derivatives, analogs, tautomeric forms, stereoisomers, polymorphs, hydrates, metabolites, prodrugs, solvates, pharmaceutically acceptable salts and compositions thereof. These compounds can inhibit HDACs and are useful as a therpeautic or ameliorating agent for diseases that are involved in cellular growth such as malignant tumors, autoimmune diseases, skin diseases, infections, inflammation, etc. No. of Pages : 84 No. of Claims : 15
