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Replacing an indole with a 3,4-dimethoxyphenyl group give the reaction named the Pictet–Spengler tetrahydroisoquinoline synthesis. Reaction conditions are generally harsher than the indole variant, and require refluxing conditions with strong acids like
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group give poorer yields or require higher temperatures and strong acid. The original Pictet–Spengler reaction was the reaction of
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give products in high yields and mild conditions, while less nucleophilic aromatic rings such as a
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