Current development on catalytic synthesis and pharmacological applications of 1,4-dihydropyridines

1,4-Dihydropyridines (1,4-DHPs) are recognized as one of the most versatile pharmacophores present as central core in many pharmaceuticals. Low yield and harsh reaction conditions prompted the researchers for the development of new environmentalfriendly methods for the synthesis of 1,4-DHPs. This review explored the development of various green chemistry approaches using new catalysts developed for constructing novel 1,4-dihydropyridine and its derivatives. The present review also encompasses the synthesis of some novel 1, 4-DHPs derivatives with novel pharmacological actions. We have restricted our review of synthesis and pharmacological actions of 1,4-DHPs from 2006 onwards.