abstract |
The present invention relates to a novel process for producing quinazoline compounds which are useful in therapy. More specifically, the compounds produced by the process of the invention are useful in the treatment of a number of cardiovascular diseases. The process of the invention provides 6,7-dichloro-1,5- dihydroimidazo [2,1 -b] quinazolin 2 (3H)-one, more commonly known as anagrelide and its analogues in a clean and efficient manner. |