CGRP Antagonist Synthesis via Crystallization Segmentation

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for preparing compounds with CGRP-antagonistic properties face challenges in efficient synthesis and purification, particularly in separating enantiomers and achieving stable intermediates.

Innovation Solution

A stepwise process involving coupling compounds of specific formulas with strong bases in solvents like tert.-amylalcohol or tetrahydrofuran, followed by crystallization and recrystallization, to produce compounds of general formula I with CGRP-antagonistic properties, utilizing intermediates that are valuable for purification and enantiomer separation.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Manufacturing precision

If current methods are used for preparing compounds with CGRP-antagonistic properties, then synthesis can be performed, but purification efficiency and enantiomer separation are insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepurification efficiencyVSAvoidsynthesis efficiency
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSProductivity

Solution Approach 1:

The synthesis process is divided into distinct stages: coupling reaction to form intermediates of formula II, followed by separate purification steps including crystallization and recrystallization. This segmentation allows each step to be optimized independently, improving overall manufacturing precision while maintaining productivity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The method performs preliminary purification actions during the synthesis process itself. Intermediates of formula II are isolated by crystallization immediately after coupling, and further purified by recrystallization before final compound formation. This preliminary purification prevents contamination carryover and improves efficiency.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

2Stability of the object's composition

If current synthesis methods are used, then compounds can be produced, but stable intermediates for purification are not achieved

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveintermediate stabilityVSAvoidpurification ease
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The method utilizes parameter changes to achieve stable intermediates. Crystallization is performed by controlling temperature and solvent conditions to precipitate intermediates of formula II in stable crystalline form. Recrystallization further stabilizes the intermediate composition, making it easier to handle and purify without degradation.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The synthesis method exploits phase transitions during crystallization and recrystallization steps. Intermediates transition from dissolved state to crystalline solid phase, providing stable, easily separable forms that facilitate purification while maintaining compositional stability throughout the manufacturing process.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #36Phase transitions

3Manufacturing precision

If enantiomer separation is attempted with current methods, then some separation may occur, but the process is inefficient and complex

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveenantiomer separation precisionVSAvoidseparation process complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Manufacturing precisionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The crystallization and recrystallization processes enable enantiomers to self-separate based on their inherent physical properties. The method does not require external complex separation devices or additional reagents - the intermediates spontaneously crystallize in enantiomerically enriched forms, allowing the system to perform the separation function autonomously.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #25Self-service

Solution Approach 2:

Enantiomer separation is achieved through phase transition during crystallization. As intermediates crystallize from solution, enantiomers preferentially incorporate into crystal lattices, creating enantiomerically enriched solid phases that can be separated by simple filtration, avoiding complex separation equipment.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #36Phase transitions

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

This process allows for the effective synthesis and purification of compounds with CGRP-antagonistic properties, achieving high stability and efficiency in producing crystalline solids, thereby overcoming previous synthesis challenges.

Implementation Method 1

coupling a compound of general formula III with a compound of general formula IV... in the presence of a strong base

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectChemical reaction: Chemical Bonding

Implementation Method 2

isolating the compound of general formula II obtained in step (a) by crystallisation from a solvent

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCrystallization: Crystallisation

Data Source

PatentUS8222402B2Preparation process
Publication Date: 2012.07.17 BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM INT GMBH
  • US8222402B2 patent drawing
  • US8222402B2 patent drawing
  • US8222402B2 patent drawing

AI summary

A process for preparing compounds of the formula (I)in which R1.1, R1.2, R1.3 and R2 are as defined in the description.