Synthesis and characterization of Ru(III), Rh(III), Pt(IV) and Ir(III) thiosemicarbazone complexes

Ru(III), Rh(III), Pt(IV) and Ir(III) complexes of 2-furfural thiosemicarbazone as ligand have been synthesised. These complexes have the composition [M(ligand)₂X₂]X (M = Ru(III) Rh(III) and Ir(III) X = Cl and Br) and [Pt(ligand)₂ X₂] X₂ (X = Cl, Br and 1/2SO₄). The deprotonated ligand forms the complexes of the formulae M(ligand-H)₃ and Pt(ligand-H)₃Cl. All these complexes have been characterized by elemental analysis, magnetic measurements, electronic and infrared spectral studies. All the complexes are six-coordinate octahedral.     

Simultaneous quantitation of IC87114, roflumilast and its active metabolite roflumilast N‐oxide in plasma by LC‐MS/MS: application for a pharmacokinetic study

A sensitive and reliable high‐performance liquid chromatography–mass spectrometry (LC–MS/MS) was developed and validated for simultaneous quantification IC87114, roflumilast (RFM), and its active metabolite roflumilast N‐oxide (RFN) using tolbutamide as an internal standard. The analytes were extracted by using liquid–liquid extraction and separated on a reverse phase C₁₈ column (50 mm × 3 mm i.d., 4.6 µ) using methanol: 2 mM ammonium acetate buffer, pH 4.0 as mobile phase at a flow rate 1 mL/min in gradient mode. Selective reaction monitoring was performed using the transitions m/z 398.3 > 145.9, 403.1 >186.9, 419.1 > 187.0 and 271.1 > 155.0 to quantify quantification IC87114, RFM, RFN and tolbutamide, respectively. The method was validated over the concentration range of 0.1–60 ng.mL^?1 for RFM and RFN and 6 to 2980 ng.mL^?1 for IC87114. Intra‐ and inter‐day accuracy and precision of validated method were within the acceptable limits of <15% at all concentrations. Coefficients of correlation (r²) for the calibration curves were >0.99 for all analytes. The quantitation method was successfully applied for simultaneous estimation of IC87114, RFM and RFN in a pharmacokinetic drug–drug interaction study in Wistar rats. Copyright © 2012 John Wiley & Sons, Ltd.     

A LC Separation and Quantification of o‐Toluene Sulphonamide and its Related Positional Isomers Using a Cellulose tris(3,5‐dimethyl phenylcarbamate)

A simple, rapid, selective and sensitive high performance liquid chromatographic method was developed for the separation and quantification of o‐Toluene Sulphonamide and its positional isomers which is an intermediate of Zafirlukast drug substance using a chiral column. Elution time was below 10 min in normal phase mode and ultra violet detection was carried out at 220 nm. Efficient separation was achieved on a Chiralcel OD‐H column using of n‐Hexane and 2‐Propanol mixture (50:50 v/v) as isocratic at 1.0 mL min⁻¹ flow rate. Resolutions between m‐Toluene Sulphonamide and p‐Toluene Sulphonamide isomers of o‐Toluene Sulphonamide were found to be >; 2.5. The calibration graphs for m‐Toluene Sulphonamide and p‐Toluene Sulphonamide isomers of o‐Toluene Sulphonamide were linear (R² > 0.999) when ranging from the limit of quantitation to 0.5%. The method is found to be selective, precise, linear, accurate and also robust. It was used for not only Quality assurance but also monitoring the synthetic reactions involved in the process development of Zafirlukast. The liquid chromatographic method is found to be specific and reliable for the determination of unreacted levels of positional isomers in reaction mass. This method was successfully validated according to the International Conference Harmonization (ICH) guidelines (Validation of Analytical Procedures: Test and Methodology Q2).     

Pd/C-catalyzed alkynylation of β-chloroacroleins

The first Pd/C-mediated Sonogashira coupling of β-chloroacroleins with terminal alkynes is described here. Pd/C–CuI–PPh₃ was found to be an efficient catalyst system for this coupling reaction. Using this economic and general process a variety of 4-alkynyl-2H-chromene-3-carbaldehydes and 5-alkynyl-2,3-dihydro benzo[b]oxepine-4-carbaldehydes were prepared in good yields.     

Beckmann rearrangement of oximes using pivaloyl chloride/DMF complex

A new complex of pivaloyl chloride and DMF was found to be very effective for converting ketoximes into their corresponding amides or lactams with excellent conversion via the Beckmann rearrangement. This method offers significant advantages such as efficiency and mild reaction conditions with shorter reaction time.     

Analytical artifacts, sample handling and preservation methods of environmental samples of synthetic pyrethroids

Sample handling and preservation methods of environmental samples of synthetic pyrethroids (SPs) are very important and must be controlled to maintain sample integrity during analytical determinations. However, published literature has treated this issue only partly, and, in many instances, with contradictory conclusions.The tendency of SPs to adsorb - to varying degrees under different conditions - to surfaces and solid particulates with which they come in contact may be responsible for this situation. It has become evident that SPs discharged to water bodies are present mainly in the adsorbed state, and that affects their bioavailability and the reliability of analytical results. Refrigeration and storage in the dark are prerequisites for stabilization of SPs in environmental samples.Several other factors that contribute to SPs instability include:(1) matrix composition;(2) container material; and,(3) sample acidity.Sample agitation prior to analysis may be useful to reduce losses due to adsorption. There are several chemical reagents that inhibit the degradative processes of SPs, but the efficiency of preservation depends - to a large extent - on the characteristics of sample matrix.This article reviews various aspects related to preservation of SPs and puts forward a preliminary guideline for proper practice during sampling, storage and sample preparation of SPs.     

DDQ-mediated direct oxidative coupling of amides with benzylic and allylic sp3 C–H bonds under metal-free conditions

A simple and efficient method for the direct oxidative coupling of amides with benzylic and allylic sp³ C–H bonds using DDQ as an oxidant is described. A range of amides including benzamide, benzyl carbamate, and substituted sulfonamides reacted efficiently with various benzylic and allylic substrates under metal free conditions to afford amidation products in good to excellent yields.     

Design and synthesis of novel cytotoxic agents based on combined framework of quinoline and nimesulide

Functionalization of quinoline aldehydes, derived from nimesulide framework was carried out using Morita–Baylis–Hillman (MBH) chemistry. A number of novel quinoline‐based diverse MBH adducts was prepared via the reaction of derivatives of 2‐chloroquinoline‐3‐carbaldehyde and various activated alkenes in good yields. Many of these compounds were found to be potent when tested against human prostate cancer (Pc‐3) cell line in vitro. Among all the compounds tested N‐(2‐chloro‐3‐(2‐cyano‐1‐hydroxyallyl)‐7‐phenoxyquinolin‐6‐yl)formamide (IC₅₀ = 1.2 μg mL^?1) was identified as the most potent compound in this series. J. Heterocyclic Chem., (2012).