Spectrophotometric Determination of Methotrexate and in Pharmaceutical Formulations

Abstract

Methotrexate, 4-amino-10-methyl folic acid, is one of the drugs belonging to the folic acid antagonists that is widely used for the treatment of cancer and psoriasis ^{1, 2}     

Synthesis of Derivatives of ω-Isocyanato-α-methylamino, ω-Ureido-α-methylamino,and N<Superscript>α</Superscript>-Methyl-α, ω-diamino Acids

Summary.  Homochiral N^α-methyl-2,3-diaminopropionic and N^α-methyl-2,4-diaminobutyric acid derivatives 8a,b were obtained via a stereoconservative four-step synthesis starting from hexafluoroacetone protected L-aspartic and L-glutamic acid 2a,b, respectively. Hexafluoroacetone protected ω-isocyanato-α-methylamino acids 4a,b– the key intermediates of the synthesis – are versatile building blocks for amino acid and peptide modification and promising candidates for combinatorial chemistry. Upon reaction with alcohols, compounds 4 give activated N ^ω-urethane protected ω-amino-α-methylamino acid derivatives 5–7; upon reaction with amines, ω-ureido-α-methylamino acid derivatives 10–12 and 3-methylamino-pyrrolidin-2-ones 13 are available. Received November 17, 1999. Accepted November 26, 1999     

The Utility of Isothiocyanato Thiophenes in the Synthesis of Thieno[2,3-d]pyrimidine Derivatives as Possible Radioprotective and Anticancer Agents

The synthesis of novel thioureido derivatives 3, 8, and 10; biscompounds 7, 9, and 11; and tetracyclic compounds 5, 6, and 16 utilizing 5-isothiocyanato-3-methyl-thiophene-2,4-dicarboxylic acid diethyl ester 2 are reported. The structures of these compounds were confirmed by microanalyses and IR, ¹H NMR, and mass spectroscopy. Preliminary biological studies of some of the synthesized compounds showed promising radioprotective and anticancer activities.     

The Synthesis of Some New Sulfur Heterocyclic Compounds as Potential Radioprotective and Anticancer Agents

Some novel 5-subistituted amino-3-methylthiophene-2,4-dicarboxylic acid diethyl ester (3–6), 3,5-dimethyl-4-oxo-2-thioxo-1,2,3,4-tetra-hydro-thieno[2,3-d]pyrimi-dine (7), imidazothienopyrimidene (8), and 1,2,4-triazolo-thienopyrimidine (11) were synthesized via a reaction of the isothiocyanate 2 with different reagents. The identification of the new compounds was established by elemental analysis, and IR, ¹H NMR, and mass spectral data. Some prepared compounds were tested for their radioprotective and anticancer activities. Compounds 7 and 16 showed significant activities against EAC cells, while compound 5 exhibited radioprotective activity.     

Synthesis and reactions of 4H-3,1-benzoxazin-4-one derivative bearing pyrazolyl moiety as antimicrobial and antioxidant agents

Ring opening of 4-aryl-2-phenyloxazol-5-one 1 with 2-aminobenzoic acid in acetic acid and n-butanol gave compounds 2 and 3, respectively. The 4H-3,1-benzoxazin-4-one derivative 4 was synthesized by refluxing of compound 2 in acetic anhydride. Then it reacted with different nitrogen nucleophiles such as hydrazine hydrate, phenylhydrazine, cyclohexylamine, piperidine, ethylenediamine, ethanolamine, semicarbazide hydrochloride, cyanoacetohydrazide and methyl glycinate hydrochloride to give compounds 5–14 in order to study the behavior of these nucleophilic reagents on the performed ring system. All the structures of the newly prepared compounds were characterized by their IR, ¹H-, 13C-NMR and MS spectral data. Some of the synthesized compounds were screened for their antimicrobial and antioxidant activities. Compound 5 showed remarkable activity upon this screening.     

Thermal,FTIR and XRD study on some 1:1 molecular compounds of theophylline

Thermal stability and structural features of three newly synthesized 1:1 lattice compounds of theophylline (th) with ethylenediamine carbamate (enCO₂), 1,10-phenanthroline (phen), and 5-sulfosalicylic acid (sa-5-SO₃H) have been studied in comparison with those of the theophylline compounds with ethanolamine (ea) and salicylic acid (sa). Simultaneous TG-DTA measurements, FTIR spectroscopy and X-ray diffraction have been carried out to get information on the various structural units of these solid inclusions, especially on the actual form (molecule, anion or cation) of theophylline moieties built in. Theophyllinate and theophyllinium ions have been found in the ethanolammonium-theophyllinate (1:1) (1, eaH⁺th^-) and the theophyllinium salicylic acid 5-sulfonate monohydrate (1:1:1), (5, thH⁺saSO_–³H₂O), respectively. Whilst the 1:1 complexes with 1,10-phenanthroline (2, thphen), ethylenediamine carbamate (3, thenCO₂), and salicylic acid (4, thsa) contain neutral theophylline moieties associated with H-bonds. In compound (3) the zwitterion of N-(2-ammonium-ethyl)carbamate (NH₃⁺-CH₂-CH₂-NH-CO_-²) is present.This revised version was published online in November 2005 with corrections to the Cover Date.     

A comparison of solution and solid state coordination environments for calcium(II), zirconium(IV), cadmium(II) and mercury(II) complexes with dipicolinic acid and methylimidazole derivatives

Four new supramolecular compounds, (2-mimH)[Ca(pydcH)₃][Ca(pydcH₂)(pydc)(H₂O)₂]·4H₂O (1), (1-mimH)₂[Zr(pydc)₃] (2), (2-mimH)₂[Cd(pydc)₂]·8H₂O (3), and (2-mimH)₂[Hg(pydc)₂]·8H₂O (4) [where pydcH₂ = pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid (dipicolinic acid), 1-mim = 1-methylimidazole, and 2-mim = 2-methylimidazole], have been synthesized and characterized by elemental analyses, spectroscopic techniques (IR, UV–vis, ¹H NMR, and ¹³C NMR), thermal (TG/DTG/DTA) analysis as well as single-crystal X-ray diffraction. All four compounds are proton-transfer salts of the methylimidazolium cations and metal complex anions that crystallized from a solution of pyridine-2,6-dicarboxylic acid, methylimidazole, metal nitrates or chlorides as starting materials. The coordinating dicarboxylic acid is deprotonated at the carboxyl group and methylimidazole is protonated to balance the charge. In the crystal structures of 1–4, hydrogen bonding and π–π stacking play important roles. Water clusters are formed in 1, 3, and 4. The equilibrium constants of dipicolinic acid (pydc) and methylimidazole derivatives (1-mim and 2-mim), pydc-2-mim, pydc-1-mim proton-transfer systems as well as those of their complexes were investigated by a potentiometric pH titration method. The stoichiometries of most of the complex species in solution were very similar to the cited crystalline metal ion complexes.     

A rapid microwave induced synthesis of [carboxyl-14C]-nicotinic acid (vitamin B3) and [carbonyl-14C]-nicotinamide using K14CN

Microwave assisted direct aromatic substitution of 3-bromopyridine with K¹⁴CN as the cyanide source and catalytic amount of tetrabutylammonium bromide afforded [3-¹⁴C]-cyanopyridine 3 in 90% yield. Microwave assisted hydrolysis of 3 with a mixture of concentrated hydrochloric acid and propionic acid afforded [carboxyl-¹⁴C]-nicotinic acid in 95% yield whereas microwave assisted hydrolysis of 3 with a mixture of concentrated sulfuric acid and propionic acid afforded [carbonyl-¹⁴C]-nicotinamide in 85% yield.     

13C, 15N and 113Cd NMR and Molecular Orbital Studies of Novel Bile Acid N-(2-aminoethyl)amides and Their Cd2+-complexes

Lithocholic acid N-(2-aminoethyl)amide (1) and deoxycholic acid N-(2-aminoethyl)amide(2) have been prepared and characterized by¹H, ¹³C and ¹⁵N NMR. The accurate molecular masses of 1 and 2 have been determined by ESI MS. The formation of the Cd²⁺-complexes (1+Cd and 2+Cd) in CD₃OD solution have been detected by ¹H,¹³C, ¹⁵N and ¹¹³Cd NMR. The ¹³C NMR chemical shift assignments of 1 and 2 and their Cd²⁺-complexes are based on DEPT-135 and z-GS ¹H,¹³C HMQC experiments as well as comparison with the assignments of the related structures. The ¹⁵N NMR chemical shiftassignments of the ligands and theirCd²⁺-complexes are based on z-GS¹H,¹⁵N HMBC experiments. ¹³C NMR chemical shift differences between 1and its 1:1 Cd²⁺-complex based on ab initiocalculations at Hartree-Fock SCI-PCM level using3-21G(d) basis set are in agreement with theexperimental shift changes observed onCd²⁺-complexation.     

Experimental and theoretical studies on the functionalization reactions of 4-benzoyl-1,5-diphenyl-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxylic acid and-acid chloride with various aminophenols

The 1H-pyrazole-3-carboxylic acid 1 was converted via reactions of its acid chloride 2 with various aminophenol derivatives 3a--d into the corresponding N-(hydroxyphenyl)-1H-pyrazole-3-carboxamides 4a--d, respectively, in good yields (34–53%). The reactions of 1 or 2 with 3 in benzene or toluene for 5–7 h with no catalytic amounts of base lead to the formation of the products 4. The structures of all new synthesized compounds were established by the ¹³C NMR,¹H NMR, IR, masss spectroscopic data and elemental analyses. The reaction mechanism of 2 with 3 was studied by means of the RHF/3-21G and RHF/6-31G method.     

Synthesis and evaluation of multitopic bisbenzothiazolyl calix[4]arenes for ionic toxicants

Abstract

Two new benzothiazolyl calix[4]arene-based multitopic molecular receptors L-1 and L-2 have been synthesised and evaluated for recognition of ionic toxicants. The receptors selectively interact with copper, silver and fluoride ion toxicants as assessed through UV-visible, NMR and colorimetric techniques. The stability of L-1:Cu⁺² and L-2:Cu⁺² complexes was found to be higher than that of complexes formed with Ag⁺ and F^– complexes in the presence of trifluoroacetic acid. Superiority of L-1 over L-2 for analysis of identified toxicants has been determined by measurement of binding constants.     

Syntheses and characterization of three lanthanide(III) complexes containing pyridine-3,5-dicarboxylic acid and oxalic acid ligands

Direct reaction of pyridine-3,5-dicarboxylic acid (H₂PDA) and oxalic acid (H₂ox) with Ln(ClO₄)₃ · nH₂O under hydrothermal conditions gave three 3-D coordination networks, [Ln(PDA)(ox)_0.5(H₂O)₂] · H₂O [Ln = La(1), Nd(2), and Eu(3)]. The complexes were characterized by elemental analysis (EA), X-ray single-crystal diffraction, infrared spectroscopy (IR), and thermogravimetric analysis (TGA). Single crystal X-ray diffractions shows that the compounds are isomorphous and have 3-D framework structures, in which pyridine-3,5-dicarboxylates (PDA^2?) link lanthanides to give 2-D layers, which are further fabricated into a 3-D network via bis-bidentate oxalate bridging. Luminescence of 3 is investigated.     

Crystal structures,selective fluorescent sensing and photocatalytic properties of cobalt(II) and copper(II) coordination architectures with 2,4,5-tri(4-pyridyl)-imidazole

Abstract

Solvothermal reaction of M^II (M?=?Co, Cu) ions with 2,4,5-tri(4-pyridyl)-imidazole (Htpim) gave two MOFs, [Co_1.5(tpim)(FA)₂(H₂O)]_n (1) and [Cu₂(Htpim)(tpim)(FA)(NO₃)₂(DMF)]_n (2) (HFA?=?formic acid, DMF?=?N,N-dimethylformamide). Single-crystal X-ray diffraction analyses indicated that 1 exhibits a 3D {4³.4¹²} topology framework assembled by hexanuclear [Co₆(FA)₈(H₂O)₄] units and tpim ligands, while 2 presents a 2-D double layer {4.6²}₂{4².6⁴.8².10²}{6².8} network. Hereinto, an inorganic acid was not only used to adjust the pH value of reaction system but also to act as an oxidizing agent to participate in in situ organic reactions. Moreover, 1 displays high sensitivity in the detection of nitrobenzene as a fluorescent sensor and exhibits a relatively good photocatalytic activity toward the degradation of rhodamine B in aqueous solution under UV irradiation.     

Atomic Fluorescence Determination of Selenium Using Hydride Generation Technique

Abstract

Hydride generation followed by atomic fluorescence spectrometry, a simple and very sensitive technique, has been evaluated for selenium analysis in different environmental and biological samples. Research is focused on the interfering effects of several selected anions, cations, and acids on the selenium determination and the sample preparation procedures. Besides some transition metals such as Ni²⁺ Co²⁺ and Cu²⁺ HNO₃ acid, the digestion medium used for sample preparation, shows strong interference. In order to reduce this interfering effect, matrix match or standard addition is recommended. This technique is validated by analyzing a number of standard reference materials. Results for selenium analysis in some biological samples are also presented.     

Synthesis and Extraction Studies of a Versatile Calix[4]arene-Based “Proton-Switchable Extractant” for Toxic Metals and Dichromate Anions

The article describes the syntheses and extraction properties of a new calixarenebased extractant 5, which has been synthesized from5,11,17,23-tetra-tert-butyl-25,27-bis(chlorocarbonyl-methoxy)-26,28-dihydroxycalix[4]arene(4) by treatment with isoniazid (isonicotinic acid hydrazide) in the presence ofpyridine. The compound 5 was converted to its methyl iodide salt (6) by refluxing 5 with methyl iodide in acetonitrile. In this synthesis it was thought to explore the role of pyridinium sites in the extraction of HCr₂O ₇ ^- /Cr₂O ₇ ^2- anions. The complexing properties of 5 toward selected alkali/transition metal cationsand HCr₂O ₇ ^- /Cr₂O ₇ ² - anions are reported. It has been observed that receptor 5 does not extract alkali metal cations but shows an excellent selectivity toward transition metals. The protonated pyridinium form of 5 is an effective formfor transferring the HCr₂O ₇ ^- /Cr₂O ₇ ^2- anions from an aqueous into adichloromethane layer.     

Structure of Dibenzocrown Ethers and their H-bonded Adducts. 3. Isolation of Oxonium Ions by Biphenyl-20-crown-6 and [1.5]Dibenzo-18-Crown-6 in Complexes with [NbF6]− and [TaF6]−

The reaction of Nb₂O₅ and Ta₂O₅ with an aqueous solution of hydrofluoric acid, HF in the presence of biphenyl-20-crown-6 (BP20C6, L¹) or [1.5]dibenzo-18-crown-6 ([1.5]DB18C6, L²) results in the complexes [L¹·(H₃O)][NbF₆] (1), [L¹ (H₃O)][TaF₆] (2), [2L²·(H₇O₃)][NbF₆] (3) and [2L²·(H₇O₃)][TaF₆] (4). Complexes 1–4 were identified by the elemental and X-ray structural analysis and IR spectroscopy. Complexes 1 and 2 are isostructural, with the H₃O⁺ oxonium ion embedded in one crown molecule via OH···O hydrogen bonds. Complexes 3 and 4 represent the supramolecular isomers distinctive by the crown conformations and crystal packing, with the (H₇O₃)⁺ cation enclosed in the cage of two crown molecules. Being poor H-bond acceptors, NbF₆⁻ and TaF₆⁻ anions do not compete with the crown oxygen atoms for the oxonium hydrogen atoms, but are involved in the numerous C–H···F short contacts responsible for the extended supramolecular architectures in all cases. A change of crown ethers’ conformation in complexes 1–4 and a correlation between the degree of proton hydration and an accessibility of the crown ether oxygen atoms is observed. Electronic Supplementary Material Supplementary material is available for this article at and is accessible for authorized users.     

Unexpected Reactivity of Ethyl 2-(Diethylphosphono)Propionate Toward 2,2-Disubstituted-1,3-cyclopentanediones

Abstract

A Horner-Wadsworth-Emmons reagent-ethyl 2-(diethylphosphono)propionate in the reaction with 2,2-disubstituted-1,3-cyclopentanediones, results in 4-oxohexanoic acid ethyl ester derivative up to 90% isolated yield. ³¹P-¹³C- and ¹H-NMR study of the intermediates of the reaction involving the ethyl 2-(diethylphosphono)propionate was accomplished.     

Synthesis,characterization, and properties of copper and manganese complexes with 5-(benzimidazol-1-ylmethyl)isophthalate

Four new complexes, [Cu(L)] (1), [Cu₂(L)(dpe)_0.5]?·?2.5H₂O (2), [Mn(L)] (3), and [Mn(L)(pybim)] (4) [H₂L?=?5-(benzimidazol-1-ylmethyl)isophthalic acid, dpe?=?1,2-di(pyridin-4-yl)ethylene, pybim?=?2-(pyridin-2-yl)-1H-benzimidazole], have been synthesized under hydrothermal conditions and characterized by single-crystal and powder X-ray diffractions, FT-IR, and elemental analysis. The crystal structural analyses reveal that 1 and 4 are uninodal 3-connected 2-fold interpenetrated 2-D networks with (6³) topology, 2 shows an infinite 1-D double-stranded chain structure, and 3 exhibits a uninodal 4-connected 2-D network with (4⁴?·?6²) topology. The factors influencing the structures of the coordination polymers are discussed. In addition, the thermal stabilities of 1–4, second-order non-linear optical effect of 1, and preliminary magnetic property of 3 have also been investigated.     

Reactivity of Z- and E-isomers of 2-benzamido-3-phenylacrylohydrazide towards some carbon electrophiles. A comparative study

Z- and E-isomers of 2-benzamido-3-phenylacrylohydrazide 2a, 2b have different relative reactivities towards some carbon electrophiles had been discussed.The Z-isomer underwent cyclization to give imidazole derivative 3 and triazine derivative 4, whereas the latter E-isomer does not undergo such cyclization. The reaction of 2a and/or 2b with 1,2-dibenzylidene hydrazine at different reaction conditions afforded the Schiff bases 6, 8 and the triazolidine derivative 9. Reactions of 2a, 2b with formic acid and phthalic anhydride gave the different cyclization products 10–14, respectively. The structures of all the new synthesized compounds were established from their IR, ¹H-NMR and mass spectra as well as elemental analyses.     

A new lupane-type triterpenoid fatty acid ester and other isolates from Ophiorrhiza shendurunii

A new pentacyclic triterpenoid fatty acid ester, lupan-20-ol-3(β)-yl hexadecanoate (1), together with lupan-20-ol-3(β)-yl acetate (2), olean-18-en-3(β)-yl hexadecanoate (3), dotriacontanoic acid (4), stigmasterol (5), rubiadin (6), nonadecanoic acid (7), palmitic acid (8) and camptothecin (9) were isolated from the hexane and chloroform extracts of Ophiorrhiza shendurunii from South India. Structures of the isolates were determined by ¹H, ¹³C, ¹³C DEPT, ¹H–¹H COSY, HMBC, HSQC, NOESY NMR, FT-IR, DART-MS, ESI-MS, alkaline hydrolysis, derivatisation, GC–MS and HPTLC analyses. O. shendurunii hexane and chloroform extracts showed significant activities against Candida albicans and Fusarium oxysporum. Compounds 1 to 3 showed only moderate antiyeast/antifungal activities.