Microwave Irradiation Reactions: Synthesis of Analgesic Drugs

Gholam A. Mirafzal and Jolene M Summer
Department of Chemistry, Drake University, DesMoines, IA 50311
J. Chem. Educ., 2000, 77 (3), p 356
DOI: 10.1021/ed077p356
Publication Date (Web): March 1, 2000

Abstract

Over-the-counter analgesics such as aspirin, acetanilide, phenacetin, and acetaminophen are conveniently prepared in a microwave at 30% power for five minutes. Recrystallization from appropriate solvents results in solid products in good to excellent yields. Melting points, thin layer chromatography, and infrared spectroscopy all confirm that the products are pure.

Keywords (Audience):

First-Year Undergraduate / General

Keywords (Domain):

Organic Chemistry

Keywords (Pedagogy):

Hands-On Learning / Manipulatives

Keywords (Subject):

Drugs / Pharmaceuticals

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