JAK Inhibitor Crystalline Form 1 Stabilization

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Problem

Current Janus kinase (JAK) inhibitors, such as 1-[(3R,4S)-4-cyanotetrahydropyran-3-yl]-3-[(2-fluoro-6-methoxy-4-pyridyl)amino]pyrazole-4-carboxamide, exist in multiple crystalline forms with varying stability and risk of conversion to hydrate, which affects their therapeutic efficacy and pharmaceutical formulation stability.

Innovation Solution

Characterization and stabilization of the crystalline Form 1, which is thermodynamically most stable and has a lower risk of conversion to hydrate, through specific X-ray powder diffraction, carbon-13 CPMAS NMR, and DSC patterns, and a process involving seeding and controlled solvent conditions to produce a purified pharmaceutical composition.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Adaptability or versatility

If multiple crystalline forms are produced, then the compound can be used for various pharmaceutical formulations, but the stability and risk of conversion to hydrate vary among forms

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvepharmaceutical formulation optionsVSAvoidformulation stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Adaptability or versatilityVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent identifies and characterizes different crystalline forms (polymorphs) of the JAK inhibitor compound, each with distinct physical parameters such as melting point, solubility, and hygroscopicity. By selecting specific crystalline forms with optimized parameters, the patent achieves both formulation versatility and enhanced stability, resolving the contradiction between adaptability and reliability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

2Reliability

If crystalline forms with higher stability are selected, then therapeutic efficacy is improved, but the risk of conversion to hydrate increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvetherapeutic efficacyVSAvoidresistance to hydrate conversion
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The patent characterizes specific local properties of different crystalline forms, including their hygroscopicity, melting behavior, and molecular packing arrangements. By selecting crystalline forms with favorable local quality characteristics (lower hygroscopicity, appropriate melting points), the patent achieves both high therapeutic efficacy and resistance to hydrate conversion, resolving the contradiction between reliability and compositional stability.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

3Stability of the object's composition

If purification processes are applied to remove hydrate forms, then formulation stability is improved, but production complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveformulation stabilityVSAvoidpurification process complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
Stability of the object's compositionVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent employs preliminary crystallization steps and selective solvent systems that promote the formation of the desired stable crystalline form while preventing hydrate formation during the initial synthesis and isolation stages. By performing purification actions in advance and selecting appropriate crystallization conditions, the patent reduces the need for complex subsequent purification steps, resolving the contradiction between compositional stability and process complexity.

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

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 crystalline Form 1 provides enhanced stability and reduced risk of conversion to hydrate, improving the therapeutic efficacy and formulation stability of JAK inhibitors, making them more suitable for treating JAK-mediated diseases like atopic dermatitis and cancer.

Implementation Method 1

an X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD) pattern having at least one peak selected from the group consisting of 6.9, 13.9, 17.8, 19.6, 20.4, 20.9, 24.7, 25.0, 26.6 and 29.1 degrees 2θ

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectX-ray diffraction: X-Ray

Implementation Method 2

X-ray powder diffraction (XRPD) pattern

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectBragg diffraction: Bragg Diffraction

Implementation Method 3

a carbon-13 cross-polarization magic-angle spinning (CPMAS) nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectrum having at least one peak selected from the group consisting of signals at 30.61, 32.60, 53.40 59.59, 67.21, 71.93, 88.50, 96.35, 104.47, 120.39, 121.95, 131.45, 153.31, 161.41, 163.36, and 166.70 ppm

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectNuclear magnetic resonance:

Implementation Method 4

a differential scanning calorimetry (DSC) thermogram comprising an endothermic peak at about 257(±1)° C.

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCalorimetry: Calorimetry

Implementation Method 5

DSC thermogram comprising an endothermic peak

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectEndothermic reaction: Endothermic Reaction

Data Source

PatentUS12018020B2Crystalline forms of 1-[(3R,4S)-4-cyanotetrahydropyran-3-yl]-3-[(2-fluoro-6-methoxy-4-pyridyl)amino]pyrazole-4-carboxamide
Publication Date: 2024.06.25 INTERVET INC
  • US12018020B2 patent drawing
  • US12018020B2 patent drawing
  • US12018020B2 patent drawing

AI summary

The present application relates to crystalline forms of 1-[(3R,4S)-4-cyanotetrahydropyran-3-yl]-3-[(2-fluoro-6-methoxy-4-pyridyl) amino]pyrazole-4-carboxamide and processes for the preparation thereof. The compound is useful for the treatment of JAK-mediated diseases or conditions such as atopic dermatitis.