Synthesis of N-(5-chloro-6-(quinolin-3-yloxy)pyridin-3-yl)benzenesulfonamide derivatives as non-TZD peroxisome proliferator-activated receptor γ (PPARγ) agonist

Nov 13, 2012European journal of medicinal chemistry

Creating new compounds that activate the PPARγ protein without using TZD chemicals

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Abstract

Non-TZD PPARγ agonists may produce effects similar to thiazolidinediones without adverse effects.

  • Thiazolidinediones (TZDs) improve insulin sensitivity in type 2 diabetes by targeting the PPARγ receptor.
  • TZDs enhance fatty acid production and glucose metabolism, increasing insulin sensitivity in key tissues.
  • Adverse effects of TZDs include weight gain and liver toxicity.
  • Non-TZD PPARγ agonists have been identified which could replicate the beneficial effects of TZDs.
  • These non-TZD agonists may avoid the negative side effects associated with TZDs in animal models.

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