摘要 |
Process for preparing the L-monovaline ester of 2-(2-amino-1,6-dihydro-6-oxo-purin-9-yl)methoxy-1,3-propanediol and its pharmaceutically acceptable salts. The present process relates to an improved process whereby ganciclovir is esterified with an L-valine derivative to provide a di-valine ganciclovir intermediate. Removal of one of the valine groups with a lower alkyl amine, benzylamine or benzyl methylamine provides the mono-valine ester compound of Formula I. These products are of value as antiviral agents with improved absorption. |