Compound class:
Synthetic organic
Comment: DSM421 was being developed as a backup compound to DSM265, the clinical lead for the triazolopyrimidine structural class of antimalarial compounds, but it has not been progressed due to unpredicted off-target toxicity [1,3].
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Guide to Malaria Pharmacology Comments |
DSM421 retains the efficacy and pharmacokinetic properties of DSM265 that predict utility as single dose treatment or once-weekly chemopreventative. As a further advantage over DSM265, DSM421's physical and chemical properties indicate that it will be easier to formulate [3]. The structure is one of those claimed in patent WO2016151521 [2]. Potential Target/Mechanism Of Action: DSM421 is a selective inhibitor of malarial DHODH in vitro. |
Target Candidate Profiles | ||||
Profile | Intended Use | Target Stage | Comment | References |
TCP-1 | reduce parasite burden | asexual blood stages | ||
TCP-4 | chemoprotection | hepatic schizonts |