| abstract |
A process for the synthesis of compounds of formula (I) (I) wherein R 1 and R 2, which may be the same or different, each represent a linear or branched (C 1 -C 8) alkoxy group or together with the carbon atom bearing them, a 1,3-dioxane, 1,3-dioxolane or 1,3-dioxane ring. Use in the synthesis of ivabradine, addition salts thereof with a pharmaceutically acceptable acid and hydrates thereof. |