ALDH2 Modulator Crystalline Forms for Stability and Processability

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a need for improved forms of ALDH2 modulating compounds, such as those represented by Formulae I, III, and IV, with enhanced stability and processability, as well as improved processes for preparing these compounds.

Innovation Solution

The development of novel crystalline forms of ALDH2 modulating compounds, both with and without coformers, which exhibit improved stability and processability, and can be used in pharmaceutical formulations.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Stability of the object's composition

If crystalline forms of ALDH2 modulating compounds are developed, then stability and processability are improved, but the complexity of the patent document increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovestabilityVSAvoidcomplexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent segments the compound into different crystalline forms (Form I, Form II, Form III, etc.) with distinct properties. Each crystalline form is characterized by specific X-ray diffraction patterns, making it easier to identify and work with stable forms in pharmaceutical applications.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent utilizes changes in physical parameters (crystalline structure, melting point, solubility) to create distinct forms of the same compound. By controlling crystallization conditions, the patent achieves improved stability and processability through selecting appropriate crystalline forms.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Ease of manufacture

If co-crystalline forms with coformers are used, then processability is improved, but the number of components increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveprocessabilityVSAvoidnumber of components
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSQuantity of substance

Solution Approach 1:

The patent introduces coformers (such as organic acids, bases, or neutral molecules) as intermediary substances that facilitate the formation of stable crystalline structures. These coformers act as mediators between the active compound and the crystallization process, improving processability while maintaining a limited set of suitable coformer options.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

Solution Approach 2:

The patent creates composite crystalline structures by combining the active ALDH2 modulating compound with coformers in specific ratios and configurations. These composite crystalline forms exhibit improved processability characteristics while the number of coformer types is controlled to a manageable set.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

Applied Scientific Principles

This section explains which scientific principles are used to turn an abstract innovation direction into a practical engineering solution.

Function Achieved in This Case

The novel crystalline forms provide enhanced stability and processability, making them suitable for pharmaceutical applications and potentially effective in treating alcohol-related disorders.

Implementation Method 1

The present disclosure provides novel crystalline forms of a compound of any one of the Formulae, as described or provided for herein, such as Formula I, Formula III, and Formula IV with or without coformer

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCrystallization: Crystallisation

Data Source

PatentUS20250339414A1Crystalline forms of ALDH2 modulators
Publication Date: 2025.11.06 SOPHROSYNE PHARMACEUTICALS LIMITED
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides novel crystalline forms of a compound that acts as an ALDH2 effector, processes for preparing the crystalline forms of the compound with or without coformer, and uses thereof.