Continuous Flow Synthesis of Heterocycles: A Recent Update on the Flow Synthesis of Indoles

Molecules. 2020 Jul 16;25(14):3242. doi: 10.3390/molecules25143242.

Abstract

Indole derivatives are among the most useful and interesting heterocycles employed in drug discovery and medicinal chemistry. In addition, flow chemistry and flow technology are changing the synthetic paradigm in the field of modern synthesis. In this review, the role of flow technology in the preparation of indole derivatives is showcased. Selected examples have been described with the aim to provide readers with an overview on the tactics and technologies used for targeting indole scaffolds.

Keywords: flow chemistry; indoles; organic synthesis.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Chemistry, Pharmaceutical / trends*
  • Heterocyclic Compounds / chemical synthesis*
  • Heterocyclic Compounds / chemistry
  • Humans
  • Indoles / chemical synthesis*
  • Indoles / chemistry

Substances

  • Heterocyclic Compounds
  • Indoles