Efficient synthesis of morphine and codeine
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Date
2012-10-23
Authors
Philip D. Magnus
Benjamin P. Fauber
Neeraj Sane
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United States Patent and Trademark Office
Abstract
The present invention relates to methods for the synthesis of morphine, intermediates, salts and derivatives thereof. In preferred embodiments, the invention relates to methods for improving the efficiency and overall yield of said morphine, morphine related derivatives and intermediates thereof. In further embodiments, the invention relates to methods for improving the efficiency and overall yield of galanthamine and intermediates thereof.