SERP
Comments:
ITI-214 is a clinical candidate targeting phosphodiesterase 1 isoforms. While extensive enzymatic assay characterization is provided for ITI-214 and a wide range of analogs, no cellular assay data is provided, precluding any recommendation regarding cell-based use. Additionally, strong selectivity vs 10 other PDE enzymes was demonstrated, but the relatively high log D of this probe (4.4) nonetheless suggests potential for off-target effects. PK studies in both mouse (PO) and rat (IV/PO) are provided and establish that ITI-214 has a meaningful half-life (ca 1.5h) and brain-to-plasma ratio (Kp 0.7) that support this probe's use in vivo, including in the CNS. However, no data is provided regarding plasma protein binding and no assessment of Kp(u,u) is provided. Additionally, only one rat efficacy model is described which showed a U-shaped dose response (expected in the model, apparently), with efficacy shown at 3 and 6 mpk but not 1 or 10 mpk. This result creates ambiguity about recommending doses for in vivo use, as 10mpk or higher doses may be efficacious in other models. If data from other models is subsequently published (as stated in the text), recommended doses may need to be revised and this probe may warrant a 4-star rating.
(last updated:
26 Sept 2022 )