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Isotope chemistry; a useful tool in the drug discovery arsenal

Year: 2014
Type: article
Abstract: As Medicinal Chemists are responsible for the synthesis and optimization of compounds, they often provide intermediates for use by isotope chemistry. Nevertheless, there is generally an incomplete understanding of the critical factors involved in the labeling of compounds. The remit of an Isotope Chemistry group varies from company to company, but often includes the synthesis of compounds labeled with radioisotopes, especially H-3 and C-14 and occasionally I-125, and stable isotopes, especially H-2, C-13, and N-15. Often the remit will also include the synthesis of drug metabolites. The methods used to prepare radiolabeled compounds by Isotope Chemists have been reviewed relatively recently. However, the organization and utilization of Isotope Chemistry has not been discussed recently and will be reviewed herein.
Language: English
Open Access status: hybrid
Estimated APC paid: $3,880
OpenAlex ID: W2069887352
FWCI: 2.338
Cites: 24
Cited by: 271
Related to: 10