KRAS G12C Inhibitor Polymorphs for Solubility and Stability

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Solution Overview

Problem

Existing polymorphic forms of Compound 1, a selective KRAS G12C inhibitor, do not meet regulatory approval standards for solubility, stability, and bioavailability, which are crucial for effective cancer treatment formulations.

Innovation Solution

Development of new crystalline, anhydrous, hydrate, and solvate forms of Compound 1, along with pharmaceutical compositions, to enhance solubility, stability, and bioavailability, addressing regulatory requirements for cancer treatment.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Reliability

If existing polymorphic forms of Compound 1 are used, then the compound can be manufactured, but the solubility, stability, and bioavailability do not meet regulatory approval standards

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveregulatory approval complianceVSAvoidsolubility and bioavailability performance
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSAdaptability or versatility

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by discovering and characterizing multiple polymorphic forms (Forms I-V) of Compound 1, each with distinct crystal structures and physical properties. By changing the polymorphic form parameter, the invention achieves different solubility, stability, and bioavailability profiles, allowing selection of forms that meet regulatory standards while maintaining manufacturability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs composite material strategies by creating pharmaceutical compositions that combine Compound 1 in specific polymorphic forms with excipients and formulation components. These composite formulations optimize the therapeutic performance and regulatory compliance of the drug product

Inventive Principle:
Principle #40Composite materials

2Reliability

If new polymorphic forms are developed to improve solubility and bioavailability, then regulatory approval prospects improve, but formulation and manufacturing complexity increases

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveregulatory approval prospectsVSAvoidformulation and manufacturing complexity
Core Design Contradiction:
ReliabilityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies preliminary action by thoroughly characterizing and establishing the stability profiles of multiple polymorphic forms before formulation development. By pre-identifying the most suitable polymorphic forms and their optimal formulation conditions, the invention reduces downstream manufacturing complexity and facilitates regulatory approval

Inventive Principle:
Principle #10Preliminary action

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs simplified characterization methods and readily available analytical techniques to assess polymorphic forms, avoiding the need for complex, expensive, or specialized equipment. This approach reduces manufacturing complexity while maintaining rigorous quality standards

Inventive Principle:
Principle #27Cheap short-living objects (Disposable)

3Ease of operation

If polymorphic forms with different physical properties are selected, then solubility and bioavailability can be optimized, but manufacturing and storage stability becomes more challenging

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesolubility and bioavailabilityVSAvoidmanufacturing and storage stability
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of operationVSStability of the object's composition

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies local quality by optimizing formulation conditions specifically tailored to each polymorphic form's unique physical properties. By adjusting local formulation parameters (such as pH, excipients, and processing conditions) to match the characteristics of selected polymorphic forms, the invention achieves both high solubility/bioavailability and manufacturing/storage stability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #3Local quality

Solution Approach 2:

The patent employs beforehand cushioning by incorporating stability-enhancing excipients and protective formulation strategies that prevent polymorphic transitions during manufacturing and storage. By pre-mitigating potential stability issues through careful formulation design, the invention maintains both high solubility performance and long-term stability

Inventive Principle:
Principle #11Beforehand cushioning (Prior cushioning)

Data Source

PatentUS12421234B1Solid state forms
Publication Date: 2025.09.23 AMGEN INC
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AI summary

The present disclosure provides crystalline and amorphous forms of 6-fluoro-7-(2-fluoro-6-hydroxyphenyl)-1-(4-methyl-2-(2-propanyl)-3-pyridinyl)-4-((2S)-2-methyl-4-(2-propenoyl)-1-piperazinyl)pyrido[2,3-d]pyrimidin-2(1H)-one, including several anhydrous, hydrate and solvate forms, and solid state forms thereof, pharmaceutical compositions, and methods of treating a disease mediated by KRAS G12C inhibition.