Synthesis 2013; 45(22): 3053-3089
DOI: 10.1055/s-0033-1338537
review
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Developments in the Synthesis of 1,2-Dihydropyridines

Eduarda M. P. Silva
Department of Chemistry & QOPNA, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal   Fax: +351(234)370714   Email: artur.silva@ua.pt
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Pedro A. M. M. Varandas
Department of Chemistry & QOPNA, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal   Fax: +351(234)370714   Email: artur.silva@ua.pt
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Artur M. S. Silva*
Department of Chemistry & QOPNA, University of Aveiro, 3810-193 Aveiro, Portugal   Fax: +351(234)370714   Email: artur.silva@ua.pt
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Publication History

Received: 02 June 2013

Accepted after revision: 08 July 2013

Publication Date:
23 October 2013 (online)


Abstract

This review provides a comprehensive compilation of available literature concerning the synthesis of 1,2-dihydropyridines. The most important recent developments and concepts re­lated to this topic are emphasised.

1 Introduction

2 Synthesis of 1,2-Dihydropyridines

2.1 Condensation Reactions

2.2 Reduction of Pyridines and Pyridinium Salts

2.3 Nucleophilic Addition to Pyridines and Pyridinium Salts

2.4 Pericyclic Reactions

2.5 Other Methods

3 Conclusions