Abstract
Structure-activity relationships have been established by exploring the eastern and western side of 5-thiazolyleacetic acids as CRTH2 (chemoattractant receptor-homologous molecule expressed on Th2 cells) antagonists. Benzhydryl motifs in the 2-position of the thiazole was found to be most advantageous. The 4-thiazole position should either carry 3- or 4-fluorophenyl rings or a 4-pyridyl suitably substituted in the flanking 2-position. Several compounds with single digit nanomolar binding affinity and full antagonistic efficacy for human CRTH2 receptor were obtained. The compound series display a good PK profile and selectivity over a large number of other targets.
Original language | English |
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Journal | Bioorganic & Medicinal Chemistry Letters |
Volume | 20 |
Issue number | 3 |
Pages (from-to) | 1181-1185 |
Number of pages | 5 |
ISSN | 0960-894X |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - 1 Feb 2010 |