摘要:
A novel 6,14-epoxymorphinan benzamide derivative (NS22) that was previously reported showed opioid kappa receptor agonistic activity and analgesic activity. The unsatisfactory kappa selectivity of NS22 led us to synthesize its derivatives to improve the opioid kappa receptor selectivity and the agonist activity. In the course of SAR of the various derivatives, 17-benzyl-6,14-epoxymorphinan derivatives (KNT-33, 53, 55, 80, 90, 133) were found to show high selectivities and affinities for the opioid kappa receptor. In addition, KNT-33, 53, 55 showed dose-dependent analgesic effects in acetic acid writhing tests. Therefore, 17-benzyl substituents may play an important role for developing kappa selectivity. (C) 2010 Elsevier Ltd. All rights reserved.