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Green Technologies in the Generic Pharmaceutical Industry

March 2010

Apurba Bhattacharya, Rakeshwar Bandichhor

finasteride amidation bromination sulfoxidation Propecia

TLDR Green technologies can make the pharmaceutical industry more sustainable by reducing waste.

The document discussed the implementation of green technologies in the generic pharmaceutical industry, focusing on reducing waste and improving synthesis processes. It covered various chemical processes such as amidation, bromination, and sulfoxidation, specifically in the synthesis of pharmaceutical compounds like Galanthamine, Solefinacin, Levetiracetam, and a Finasteride intermediate. The study highlighted the importance of environmentally friendly practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing to minimize environmental impact and improve efficiency.

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