Fused Azadecalin GR Modulators for Stronger Glucocorticoid Blockade

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Solution Overview

Problem

There is a need for new compositions and methods to modulate glucocorticoid receptors effectively, as existing agents like mifepristone have limitations in blocking the physiological effects of glucocorticoid receptor (GR) agonist binding.

Innovation Solution

Development of compounds such as ((4aR,8aS)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-6-((2-methyl-2H-1,2,3-triazol-4-yl)sulfonyl)-4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a,9-octahydro-1H-pyrazolo[3,4-g]isoquinolin-4a-yl)(4-(trifluoromethyl)pyridin-2-yl)methanone and ((4aR,8aS)-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-6-((2-isopropyl-2H-1,2,3-triazol-4-yl)sulfonyl)-4,4a,5,6,7,8,8a,9-octahydro-1H-pyrazolo[3,4-g]isoquinolin-4a-yl)(thiazol-4-yl)methanone, which act as GR modulators to antagonize or agonize the receptor, thereby treating associated disorders.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If existing GR antagonists like mifepristone are used to block glucocorticoid receptor effects, then the ability to block GR agonist binding is improved, but therapeutic efficacy for various disorders is insufficient

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveblocking ability of GR agonist bindingVSAvoidinsufficient therapeutic efficacy
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSObject-generated harmful factors

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by modifying the chemical structure of GR modulators through systematic variations in molecular substituents (R1, R2, R3 groups) and core scaffold configurations. This results in compounds with optimized binding affinity and enhanced therapeutic efficacy for treating disorders such as obesity, hypertension, depression, and Cushing's syndrome, while maintaining reliable GR agonist binding blockade.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Object-generated harmful factors

If new GR modulator compounds are developed to improve therapeutic efficacy, then treatment effectiveness for disorders is improved, but complexity of compound structure increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetherapeutic effectivenessVSAvoidcompound structure complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Object-generated harmful factorsVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies segmentation by dividing the GR modulator molecule into distinct functional segments: a core scaffold structure (pyrazolo[3,4-g]isoquinoline or similar fused ring systems) and variable substituent groups (R1, R2, R3). This modular approach allows systematic optimization of therapeutic efficacy while maintaining a manageable structural framework that facilitates synthesis and characterization.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #1Segmentation

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies universality by designing a core scaffold structure that can accommodate multiple different substituent configurations while maintaining GR modulator activity. The fused ring system serves as a universal platform that supports various R1, R2, and R3 group combinations, enabling a single core structure to generate multiple compounds with different therapeutic profiles for various disorders.

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

Data Source

PatentEP4219494B1Octahydro fused azadecalin glucocorticoid receptor modulators
Publication Date: 2026.03.25 CORCEPT THERAPEUTICS INC
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AI summary

The present invention provides octahydro fused azadecalin compounds having glucocorticoid receptor binding affinity and modulatory activity for pharmaceutical use. Also provided are pharmaceutical compositions containing an effective amount of the fused azadecalin compounds and methods of using the compositions for the-treatment of a glucocorticoid receptor mediated disorder in a subject.