Preparation of Optically Pure Esomeprazole and Its Related Salt

S. V. N. RAJU, Koilkonda Purandhar, Padi Pratap Reddy, Ghanta Mahesh Reddy, Lekkala Amarnath Reddy, Kikkuru Srirami Reddy, Keshaboina Sreenath, K. Mukkanti, Ganji Santhi Reddy

Organic Process Research & Development · 2005 · 12 citations · 4 references

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Abstract

The magnesium salt of ( S )-isomer of omeprazole, with a trade name of Nexium, is the first proton-pump inhibitor developed as a single isomer for the treatment of acid-related diseases. A process for the preparation of the optically pure ( S )-isomer of omeprazole through transition metal complex is described.

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