Deuterated S-Lenalidomide Solid Forms

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Solution Overview

Problem

The development of novel solid forms of deuterated lenalidomide, specifically the S-enantiomer, is necessary to enhance its metabolic properties such as absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion (ADME) without adversely affecting its pharmacological properties, which is crucial for improving its therapeutic efficacy in treating inflammatory, infectious, and malignant diseases.

Innovation Solution

The patent describes four distinct solid forms of deuterated S-lenalidomide, including Forms 1, 2, 3, and an amorphous form, characterized by their crystalline and amorphous structures, which are further differentiated by their hydration states and stability, utilizing advanced analytical techniques like PXRD, Raman spectroscopy, and DSC to ensure purity and stability.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If deuterated lenalidomide is developed to improve metabolic properties (ADME), then absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion are enhanced, but the complexity of manufacturing and characterization increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvemetabolic propertiesVSAvoidmanufacturing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by substituting hydrogen atoms with deuterium atoms at specific positions in the lenalidomide molecule (positions 3, 4, 4a, 5, 7, 8, or 12). This isotopic substitution modifies the metabolic properties and ADME profile of the compound while maintaining its pharmacological activity, thereby improving reliability without fundamentally changing the manufacturing process complexity

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The invention applies local quality by selectively deuterating specific positions on the lenalidomide molecule rather than the entire molecule. This targeted approach allows optimization of metabolic properties at specific sites while simplifying the overall manufacturing process compared to complete deuteration, as only particular hydrogen atoms need to be replaced

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

2Reliability

If multiple solid forms are developed to improve solubility and stability, then therapeutic effectiveness is enhanced, but the complexity of characterization and quality control increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImprovestabilityVSAvoidcharacterization difficulty
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDifficulty of detecting and measuring

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies phase transitions by developing multiple solid forms (crystalline polymorphs, amorphous forms, solvates, and hydrates) of deuterated lenalidomide. Each solid form represents a different phase or structural arrangement of the same molecular compound, offering improved solubility and stability profiles while providing distinct characterization patterns for quality control

Inventive Principle:
Principle #36Phase transitions

Solution Approach 2:

The invention applies universality by creating a comprehensive suite of solid forms that serve multiple functions: crystalline forms provide stability, amorphous forms enhance solubility, solvates offer intermediate properties, and hydrates provide additional stability options. This multi-functional approach allows selection of the optimal solid form for each specific therapeutic application

Inventive Principle:
Principle #6Universality (Multi-functionality)

3Reliability

If deuterium enrichment is increased to improve metabolic properties, then ADME profile is optimized, but the cost and complexity of synthesis increases

Engineering Contradiction:
ImproveADME profileVSAvoidsynthesis ease
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSEase of manufacture

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by controlling the degree of deuterium enrichment at specific molecular positions. Rather than requiring complete deuteration (100% enrichment), the invention achieves optimized ADME profiles with partial enrichment (e.g., 50-95% deuterium at specific positions), thereby improving metabolic properties while reducing synthesis complexity and cost

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The invention applies partial action by deuterating only specific positions on the lenalidomide molecule rather than all hydrogen atoms. This selective partial deuteration achieves the necessary metabolic optimization while significantly simplifying the synthesis process compared to complete molecule deuteration, making the manufacturing more economically viable

Inventive Principle:
Principle #16Partial or excessive action

Data Source

PatentUS9643950B2Solid forms of {s-3-(4-amino-1-oxo-isoindolin-2-yl)(piperidine-3,4,4,5,5-d<sub>5</sub>)-2,6-dione}
Publication Date: 2017.05.09 SUN PHARMACEUTICAL IND INC
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AI summary

The invention in one embodiment is directed to solid forms of {S-3-(4-Amino-1-oxo-isoindolin-2-yl)(piperidine-3,4,4,5,5-d5)-2,6-dione}, including an anhydrous crystalline form, two hydrates, and an amorphous form. The invention in one embodiment is directed to methods of preparation of the solid forms.