A compound represented by formula (I): ##STR1## wherein all symbols are defined in the specification, or an acid addition salt thereof or a hydrate thereof; a process for preparing the same; and a nitrogen monoxide synthase inhibitor comprising the same as an active ingredient.
                            化合物由式(I)表示:##STR1## 其中所有符号在规范中定义,或其酸加盐或
水合物;制备该化合物的方法;以及以该化合物作为活性成分的
一氧化氮合酶
抑制剂。