Linagliptin Intermediate Crystalline Forms B1 and B2 Process

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Solution Overview

Problem

Current methods for producing linagliptin lack a safe, simple, and economical process for obtaining novel crystalline forms of linagliptin intermediates, which are crucial for enhancing the stability and bioavailability of the drug.

Innovation Solution

A novel process is developed to produce the novel crystalline form B1 and B2 Linagliptin intermediates, characterized by specific PXRD, DSC, and FT-IR patterns, and an anhydrous form A/B of Linagliptin, utilizing multi-step sequences involving reagents like potassium carbonate, DMSO, and MDC, with characterization techniques like Powder X-ray diffraction, Differential Scanning Calorimetry, and Fourier Transform Infrared spectroscopy.

Engineering Contradictions & Design Principles

VSEngineering Contradiction Analysis

1Ease of manufacture

If current methods for producing linagliptin are used, then production can be maintained, but the process lacks safety, simplicity, and economy in obtaining novel crystalline forms of linagliptin intermediates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvesimplicity of processVSAvoidsafety of process
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent applies parameter changes by modifying reaction conditions including temperature ranges (0-5°C, 20-25°C, 40-45°C), pH levels (pH 2-4 for stabilization), solvent systems (acetonitrile, methanol, water mixtures), and crystallization parameters to obtain novel crystalline forms B1 and B2 of linagliptin intermediate with specific PXRD patterns and improved safety profile

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent uses intermediary substances including potassium carbonate as a base catalyst, DMSO as solvent, and specific buffer systems (acetate buffer pH 4.0, citrate buffer pH 3.0) to mediate the reaction between compounds of formula I and II, enabling safe and controlled formation of the desired crystalline intermediates

Inventive Principle:
Principle #24Intermediary (Mediator)

2Ease of manufacture

If current methods for producing linagliptin are used, then production can be maintained, but the process lacks economy in obtaining novel crystalline forms of linagliptin intermediates

Engineering Contradiction:
Improveeconomy of processVSAvoidstability of crystalline form
Core Design Contradiction:
Ease of manufactureVSReliability

Solution Approach 1:

The patent optimizes economic parameters by using cost-effective reagents (potassium carbonate instead of more expensive bases), efficient solvent systems (acetonitrile-methanol-water mixtures), and controlled crystallization conditions (temperature gradients from 40-45°C to 0-5°C) that yield stable novel crystalline forms B1 and B2 with defined PXRD patterns while reducing production costs

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent exploits phase transitions during crystallization by controlling temperature changes (cooling from 40-45°C to 0-5°C), solvent evaporation rates, and anti-solvent addition to induce formation of stable novel crystalline forms B1 and B2 with specific polymorphic structures confirmed by PXRD, DSC, and FT-IR characterization

Inventive Principle:
Principle #36Phase transitions

3Productivity

If non-crystalline or unstable crystalline forms of linagliptin intermediate are used, then production simplicity is maintained, but bioavailability and stability of the drug are reduced

Engineering Contradiction:
Improvebioavailability of drugVSAvoidcomplexity of crystallization process
Core Design Contradiction:
ProductivityVSDevice complexity

Solution Approach 1:

The patent enhances bioavailability by producing stable novel crystalline forms B1 and B2 of linagliptin intermediate with specific physical and chemical properties through controlled parameter changes including pH adjustment (pH 2-4), temperature control (0-5°C for final crystallization), solvent composition (acetonitrile-methanol-water ratios), and crystallization rate control to ensure high purity and defined crystal structure

Inventive Principle:
Principle #35Parameter changes

Solution Approach 2:

The patent applies preliminary action by pre-cooling reaction mixtures to 0-5°C before adding anti-solvents (water or methanol), pre-adjusting pH to optimal ranges (pH 2-4), and pre-mixing solvent systems in specific ratios to ensure controlled and reproducible formation of stable novel crystalline forms B1 and B2 with improved bioavailability characteristics

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 process provides a stable and pure crystalline form of linagliptin, improving its bioavailability and manufacturability, and expands the options for pharmaceutical dosage forms with enhanced performance profiles.

Implementation Method 1

The reaction of compounds of formula I and II in the presence of base catalysts such as potassium carbonate

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectBase catalysis: Catalysis

Implementation Method 2

in solvents such as DMSO

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSolvation: Solvation

Implementation Method 3

novel crystalline form B1 and B2 Linagliptin intermediates

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectCrystallization: Crystallisation

Implementation Method 4

in solvents such as MDC

Methodology Applied
Scientific EffectSolvation: Solvation

Data Source

PatentUS11040974B2Crystalline linagliptin intermediate and process for preparation of linagliptin
Publication Date: 2021.06.22 BIOCON LTD
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AI summary

The present invention provides novel crystalline forms B1 & B2 of linagliptin intermediate of structural formula V and methods for production of novel crystalline form of linagliptin intermediate represented by the following structural formula V.