Azo-Derivatives of Gossypol and Its Imines

Azo-coupling of diazotized aromatic amines with gossypol and gossypolimines was studied. The physicochemical properties and interferon-inducing activity of the products were determined. It was found that the interferon-inducing activity depended on the reaction type, the position of functional groups (o-, m-, p-) in the added substituents, and the dose and contact time of the compounds with the cells.