| abstract |
The present invention relates to a novel synthetic route to 4-oxo-2-cyclohexenone and 6-oxo-2-cyclohexenone compounds useful for the treatment of cancer and/or disease, and intermediates thereof. Examples of such cyclohexenone compounds include, but are not limited to, Antrodia camphorata active pharmaceutical substances such as Andrew Quinol, Andrew Quinol B, Andrew Quinol C, and Andrew Quinol D. This intermediate includes the chemical formula (In), (IIn) and (III)na compound, and the cyclohexenone compound has the chemical formula (IV)n), (Vn), (VInAnd (VIIn)Structure. |