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Synthesis of a novel and potent small-molecule antagonist of PAC1 receptor for the treatment of neuropathic pain
Takasaki, Ichiro,Ogashi, Haruna,Okada, Takuya,Shimodaira, Ayaka,Hayakawa, Daichi,Watanabe, Ai,Miyata, Atsuro,Kurihara, Takashi,Gouda, Hiroaki,Toyooka, Naoki
, (2019/12/09)
We recently identified novel small-molecule antagonists of the PACAP type I (PAC1) receptor using docking-based in silico screening followed by in vitro/vivo pharmacological assays. In the present study, we synthesized 18 novel derivatives based on the structure of PA-9, a recently developed antagonist of the PAC1 receptor, with a view to obtain a panel of compounds with more potent antagonistic and analgesic activities. Among them, compound 3d showed improved antagonistic activities. Intrathecal injection of 3d inhibited both pituitary adenylate cyclase-activating polypeptide (PACAP) and spinal nerve ligation-induced mechanical allodynia. The effects were more potent than PA-9. Compound 3d also showed anti-allodynic effects following oral administration. Hence, our results suggest that 3d may become an orally available analgesic in the treatment of the neuropathic pain.