10.1135/cccc19823134
The research explores the synthesis and pharmacological properties of various thioxanthene and dibenzo[b,f]thiepin derivatives. The study involves the use of chemicals such as 3-methylthiophenol, 3-ethylthiophenol, 2-iodobenzoic acid, (2-iodophenyl)acetic acid, potassium hydroxide, copper, sulfuric acid, polyphosphoric acid, 3-dimethylaminopropylmagnesium chloride, and various piperazine derivatives. These chemicals are used in a series of reactions to produce compounds with potential antihistamine and psychotropic activities. The synthesized compounds are tested for their pharmacological effects, including antihistamine activity, central depressant effects, cataleptic activity, and antireserpine activity. The research aims to investigate the impact of substituents in unusual positions on the pharmacological profiles of these compounds, with potential applications in treating conditions like gastric hyperacidity, ulcers, and central nervous system disorders.
10.1039/c3ra40969d
The study explores a CuI–K2CO3-PEG 400 catalytic system for the ultrasound-mediated coupling-cyclization of o-iodobenzoic acid with terminal alkynes to synthesize 3-substituted isocoumarins. This method is highlighted as a greener and more selective alternative to traditional approaches. The CuI acts as the catalyst, K2CO3 serves as the base, and PEG 400 functions both as a solvent and a ligand, facilitating the formation of isocoumarins with high regioselectivity. The process avoids the use of expensive or toxic palladium catalysts and harmful organic solvents, making it a more sustainable and practical option for producing isocoumarins, which have significant pharmacological interest.