PROCESS FOR PREPARING 4-[2-(2-FLUOROPHENOXYMETHYL)PHENYL]PIPERIDINE COMPOUNDS

摘要

The invention relates to processes and intermediates for preparing compounds of formula I: where a, R1, and R3-6 are as defined in the specification, or a salt thereof. The compounds of formula I are serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors.