Abstract
The CO-releasing properties of iron(0)tricarbonyl complexes bearing a 2-pyrone ligand have been evaluated. In this report, we demonstrate that the intrinsic stability of the (eta4-2-pyrone)Fe(CO)3 complex influences the extent and rate of CO release, which is affected by the presence of a halogen substituent on the 2-pyrone ring. The cell viability index has been highlighted for the active carbon monoxide-releasing molecules (CO-RMs), demonstrating that these complexes and related derivatives are a promising new class of compounds with potential therapeutic applications.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 995-8 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters |
Volume | 16 |
Issue number | 4 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 15 Feb 2006 |
Keywords
- Animals
- Carbon Monoxide
- Cell Survival
- Ferric Compounds
- Iron
- Ligands
- Macrophages
- Mice
- Molecular Structure
- Pyrones
- Time Factors
- Journal Article
- Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't