Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical has been granted a patent for a pregabalin lactam methylene dimer and its preparation method, which involves dissolving pregabalin in a solvent, reacting it with an aldehyde in an acidic environment, resulting in a product with high yield, purity, and low cost. GlobalData’s report on Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical gives a 360-degree view of the company including its patenting strategy. Buy the report here.

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Pregabalin lactam methylene dimer and its preparation method

Source: United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO). Credit: Zhejiang Huahai Pharmaceutical Co Ltd

The granted patent US12018018B2 introduces a novel compound known as a pregabalin lactam methylene dimer, characterized by a specific structural formula. The patent also outlines a detailed method for synthesizing this compound, which involves a series of steps including the combination of pregabalin, an acid, and an aldehyde in a reaction solvent. The reaction is conducted at temperatures ranging from 30 to 100°C for a duration of 0.5 to 36 hours, ultimately yielding the desired dimer. The claims specify various options for the reaction solvent, acids, and aldehydes, providing flexibility in the synthesis process.

Further claims elaborate on the specifics of the synthesis method, including the preferred molar ratios of the reactants and the optimal temperature and duration for the reaction. The patent details that the reaction solvent can be water, a polar organic solvent, or a combination of both, with examples of suitable solvents provided. Additionally, the patent specifies methods for isolating the pregabalin lactam methylene dimer, such as removing the solvent to obtain a solid and employing techniques like column chromatography for separation. The comprehensive nature of these claims indicates a thorough approach to both the compound's structure and its preparation, potentially paving the way for further applications in pharmaceutical development.

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