Piperidine nucleus in the field of drug discovery

Abstract

Abstract Background Piperidine is an essential heterocyclic system and a pivotal cornerstone in the production of drugs. Piperidine byproducts showed several important pharmacophoric features and are being utilized in different therapeutic applications. Main text Piperidine derivatives are being utilized in different ways as anticancer, antiviral, antimalarial, antimicrobial, antifungal, antihypertension, analgesic, anti-inflammatory, anti-Alzheimer, antipsychotic and/or anticoagulant agents. Conclusions This review article sheds a light on the most recent studies proving the importance of piperidine nucleus in the field of drug discovery.

Keywords

• Piperidine
• Naturally occurring piperidines
• Piperidine derivatives as anticancer agents
• Piperidine derivatives as antivirals