Process for the preparation of 3α-hydroxy-5α-pregnan-20-one (brexanolone)
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a new process for the synthesis of 3α-hydroxy-5α-pregnan-20-one, commonly known as brexanolone, wherein the corresponding cyclic 20-ketal or cyclic 20-thioketal compound of formula (IV) is deprotected with the use or iodine in an organic solvent: (I).
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