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20 CHEMICAL PROBLEMS 2024 no. 1 (22) ISSN 2221-8688
UDC 547-327
NEW p-AMINODIPHENYLAMINE AMIDE COMPOUNDS: DESIGN, SYNTHESIS AND ANTI p-lACTAMASES ACTIVITY EVALUATION
Ahmed A. Saleh, Ahmed A. J. Mahmood*
Department of Pharmaceutical Chemistry, College of Pharmacy, University of Mosul, Mosul, Iraq e-mail:ahmedsot@uomosul.edu.iq
Received 03.09.2023 Accepted 11.11.2023
Abstract: ¡3-Lactams, such as penicillins and cephalosporins, have long been recognized as the most effective antibiotics for the treatment of infectious diseases. However, the major limitation to their effectiveness is the bacterial production of ¡3-lactamase enzymes, which hydrolyze the ¡3-lactam ring in these drugs, rendering them inactive. To overcome this resistance mechanism, ¡3-lactamase inhibitors, such as clavulanic acid, are commonly used in combination with ¡¡-lactams. By inhibiting the action of ¡3-lactamase enzymes, these inhibitors restore the efficacy of ¡3-lactam antibiotics. In recent studies, researchers have employed docking techniques to investigate the interaction between ¡3-lactamase enzymes and potential inhibitors. Specifically, the ¡3-lactamases TEM-1 (1pzp) and IMP-1 (1JJE) were used as targets for designing new compounds. A series of novel compounds were generated by synthesizing 6 amides compounds as acid chloride derivatives and reacting them with p-aminodiphenylamine to form amide bonds. These compounds were then characterized by the use of various physical and spectroscopic methods to confirm their structures. Next, the synthesized compounds were subjected to biological testing to evaluate their efficacy against ¡3-lactamase-producing Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. This was accomplished by determining the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of the compounds against three different strains of bacteria. Additionally, the possible anti ¡3-lactamase activities of the compounds were compared to that of clavulanic acid. The results of this study revealed that five of the synthesized products exhibited effect similar to that of clavulanic acid for only one bacterial strain (Staph. aureus). Furthermore, the findings of the docking study suggest that the ¡3-lactamase active pocket has a preference for hydrophobic substituents, as the synthesized products with these groups showed the highest binding score. In conclusion, the use of ¡3-lactamase inhibitors, such as clavulanic acid, in combination with ¡3-lactam antibiotics has proven effective in combating bacterial resistance. The development of novel compounds with anti ¡ -lactamase activity holds promise for improving the treatment of infectious diseases. By understanding the preferences of the ¡ -lactamase active pocket and designing compounds with hydrophobic substituents, researchers can enhance the affinity and efficacy of these inhibitors. This research contributes to the ongoing efforts to combat antibiotic resistance and improve patient outcomes in the field of infectious disease treatment.
Keywords: p-aminodiphenylamine, TEM-1 ¡3-lactamase, IMP-1 ¡3-lactamase, amides, docking, ¡3-lactamase inhibitors.
DOI: 10.32737/2221-8688-2024-1-20-32
Introduction
P-lactam antibiotics, the pioneering warriors in the battle against bacteria, continue to hold their ground as an exceptional class of antibiotics. Their remarkable ability to fight off bacterial infections while selectively targeting harmful microbes sets them apart. The rise of antibacterial resistance has now reached critical
levels, posing a menacing threat to public health on a global scale [1]. Infections caused by drug-resistant bacteria have become a pressing concern, transcending borders and affecting populations worldwide. The emergence of genes encoding highly efficient P-lactamases, capable of breaking down P-lactam antibiotics, is on the
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rise among both Gram-positive and Gramnegative bacteria. This is a troubling trend that demands urgent attention and action [2]. P-Lactamase production represents the most relevant mechanism of resistance mainly in Gram(-)ve [3]. For that reason, two strategies to overcome P- lactamase-mediated resistance are used: (a) the optimization of P- lactamase-stable antibiotics and (b) the development of selective P-lactamase inhibitors (BLIS) to be coadministered with a P-lactam antibiotics [4]. Even though a lot of efforts had been made for the development of new antibiotics to overcome drug-resistant [3]. Therefore, there is an urgent need to design and develop new antibiotics or anti P-lactamases to handle this situation [3,5].
Serine P-lactamases are enzymes belonging to the molecular classes A, C, and D, and they play a significant role in the resistance of bacteria to P-lactam antibiotics. These enzymes are responsible for the hydrolysis of the P-lactam ring, which is a crucial step in inactivating these antibiotics. The hydrolysis process involves the formation of a covalent acyl-intermediate between the catalytic serine residue and the P-lactam ring within the enzyme's active site. This covalent intermediate is essential for the efficient breakdown of the antibiotic molecule [6]. On the other hand, the metal-P-lactamases of molecular class B have an additional requirement for one or two zinc ions for their catalytic activity. These enzymes have a distinct mechanism, and their hydrolysis process involves a transition state that includes a zinc-stabilized hydroxide ion. The presence of zinc ions is crucial for the stability and function of these metallo-P-lactamases [7].
P-lactamase inhibitors play a crucial role in combating bacterial resistance to P-lactam antibiotics. These inhibitors are designed to target the active site of the P-lactamase enzyme, which is responsible for breaking down P-lactam antibiotics and rendering them ineffective. By co-administering P-lactamase inhibitors with P-lactam antibiotics, their combined action can enhance the effectiveness of the antibiotics by preventing the breakdown of the P-lactam ring, which is essential for their antibacterial activity [8]. However, it is important to note that the currently used P-lactamase inhibitors themselves have
limitations. One such limitation is that these inhibitors contain the P-lactam ring, which makes them susceptible to degradation by P-lactamases. This means that they are subject to the same time-limited application as the antibiotics they are meant to enhance. As a result, the effectiveness of these inhibitors can be compromised over time, resulting in reduced efficacy in combating bacterial resistance. Another challenge in using P-lactamase inhibitors is the emergence of inhibitor-resistant P-lactamases (IRTs). Over time, the active site of P-lactamases can undergo mutations that allow them to bypass the binding of P-lactamase inhibitors. These inhibitor-resistant P-lactamases have evolved to confer resistance to all the currently marketed P-lactamase inhibitors, further worsening the problem of bacterial resistance [9].
Promising approaches in combating P-lactamases, which are enzymes responsible for antibiotic resistance, involve the development of non-P-lactam inhibitors. These inhibitors have the potential to be effective against a wide range of different P-lactamases, providing a much-needed solution to fight against antibiotic-resistant bacteria [10]. One such group of inhibitors is the diazabicyclooctanes, including avibactam and MK-7655, which have shown activity against class A, C, and D P-lactamases. Additionally, derivatives of boronic acid have also demonstrated efficacy against class A, C, and D P-lactamases [11]. Another notable inhibitor, FTA (3-(4-Phenylamino-phenylamino)-2-(1H-tetrazol-5-yl)-acrylonitrile) was identified and found to bind to the allosteric site, which is distinct from the active site of the enzyme. This unique binding mechanism offers a potential advantage in preventing resistance. Furthermore, a new acylated phenoxyaniline compound has recently been described, exhibiting competitive and reversible inhibition of TEM-1 P-lactamase. This compound hypothetically binds in the vicinity of the enzyme's active site, further reaffirming its potential as an effective inhibitor. These various non-P-lactam inhibitors hold great promise in the battle against antibiotic resistance, offering new strategies to combat the spread of resistant bacteria and improve patient outcomes [12.13].
The aim of this study was to design (by nucleus then testing their anti P-lactamase docking) and synthesize a new non-P-lactam inhibitory activity. inhibitors derived from p-aminodiphenylamine
Materials and Methods
Docking Study: The docking was achieved using the online platform Mcule (https://mcule.com/ apps/1-click-docking/) [14]. The docking was made with two P-Lactamase, which are TEM-1 P- lactamase (1PZP ) and the IMP-1 P-lactamase (1JJE ) enzymes, in order to design an inhibitor for both families. The selection of the best compounds is dependent on the docking scores of the binding energies in both enzymes based on geometric shape complementarity.
Synthesis: In this study, all the used substances were acquired from reputable commercial markets ensuring their quality and reliability. The providers of these substances include "Fluka" from Switzerland, "Merck" from Germany, "Alpha" from India, and "Scharlau" from Spain. To determine the melting points of the substances, open
Preparation of acid chloride derivatives
[15]: In the given experimental procedure, a specified amount of carboxylic acids, measuring 2-3 mmol, were dissolved in a solution containing 10-15 ml of thionyl chloride. The purpose of this step was to facilitate the reaction between the carboxylic acids and the thionyl chloride, which could result in the formation of a new compound. To ensure safety and prevent the release of harmful gases, the reaction mixture was heated under reflux for duration of 30 minutes in a properly ventilated hood. Refluxing involves heating the reaction mixture in a closed system, allowing the vapors to condense and return to the reaction vessel. This method helps to maintain a controlled temperature and prevents the loss of volatile components. Following the reflux step, the
capillaries were utilized. This method allows for accurate measurement of the temperature at which a solid substance transitions from solid to liquid state. By using open capillaries, any potential pressure build-up is mitigated, ensuring precise results. Furthermore, the FTIR spectra recorded using a PerkinElmer infrared spectrophotometer. In addition to FTIR, 1H NMR and 13C NMR spectra were recorded in DMSO-d6 using a Bruker Avance DPX 400 MHz spectrometer. The use of DMSO-d6 as the solvent makes it possible to dissolve the substances and facilitates their analysis. The Bruker Avance DPX 400 MHz spectrometer, with its high frequency and sensitivity, ensures precise and reliable NMR measurements. TMS, or Tetramethylsilane, is used as an internal reference in these NMR experiments to calibrate and normalize the spectra.
excess thionyl chloride was removed by evaporation. Thionyl chloride is a volatile and reactive compound, commonly used as a reagent for various organic transformations. Its removal ensured that only the desired products would be obtained for the subsequent step of the synthesis. The evaporation was achieved by heating the reaction mixture gently, allowing the thionyl chloride to vaporize and escape. This step required caution, as thionyl chloride is toxic and should be handled with care.
Preparation of amides products (Ph An 1-10) [16]: In a carefully controlled experiment, an appropriate acid chloride with a mole ratio of 2.5 X 10-3 was added dropwise to a mixture containing p-aminodiphenylamine and pyridine, both with mole ratios of 2.5 X 10-3 in 5 ml dichloromethane. This addition process was
carried out at a temperature of 0°C to ensure optimal conditions for the reaction. The resulting mixture was then left undisturbed at room temperature overnight, allowing sufficient time for the reaction to proceed and the desired product to form. To purify the product, the solvent was evaporated, leaving behind the desired compound. To further eliminate any impurities or byproducts, the product was washed 2-3 times with cold ethanol, a process that effectively removes any unwanted substances. This meticulous purification step ensures that the final product is of high quality and free from any contaminants.
Biological study Bacterial selection (^-lactamases detection): Acidimetric method was used to detect the P-lactamase in one Gram-positive (Staphylococcus aureus) and two Gramnegative (Escherichia coli and Klebsiella pneumonia,) pathogenic bacteria isolates [17]. Changing color from pink to yellow within 5 min indicates P-lactamase presence. At that (+)ve controls were run in parallel [18]. Furthermore these isolates were chosen to be sensitive to Augmentin and resistant to amoxicillin at one specific concentration, this is to ensure that the clavulanic acid in the Augmentin will inhibit the P-lactamases in those isolates and without it there will be no antibacterial activities for amoxicillin.
Minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) determination [19]: In order to evaluate the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC), a broth microdilution method was used. This method involved a sequential process of 10 doubling dilutions of the amides and a standard antibacterial agent, Amoxicillin. These dilutions were prepared in test tubes, with the initial concentration starting at 2000 ng/ml. To initiate the evaluation, bacterial isolates were added to the test tubes at a concentration of 5*105 CFU/ml, following the addition of 1 ml of Mueller-Hinton agar [20,21]. The test tubes were then incubated at a temperature of 37°C for duration of 18 hours.
It is important to note that Mueller-Hinton agar and bacterial isolates were solely used as the positive control, denoted as A (+)ve control. On the other hand, the negative control, denoted as (-)ve control, consisted solely of Mueller-
Hinton agar. By applying this method, researchers were able to determine the MIC, which represents the lowest concentration of a substance required to inhibit the growth of bacteria. The MIC step was done to test the antibacterial activity for both the standard and the synthesized compounds. The MIC for the standard compound will specify the concentration at which the Augmentin will be active (sensitive) and certainly the amoxicillin will be resistance as we mention in the previous step. The MIC evaluation for the synthesized compounds assessed their antibacterial activities (if there is any), and to specify the concentration of these compounds that will be used in the next step. This concentration must be below their MIC and above the clavulanic acid MIC in the Augmentin. This is to ensure that the antibacterial activities of the amoxicillin that appeared in the next step will be caused by the inhibition of the P-lactamase by either the clavulanic acid or the synthesized compound after inoculation of each one with the amoxicillin.
Anti P-lactamase activities evaluation: In the study, the disk diffusion method was employed to assess the anti P-lactamase activity of the synthesized amides [22]. To conduct the experiment, each compound under investigation was utilized as a co-inhibitor along with 1000 |ig of amoxicillin (equal to that of Augmentin) that was prepared as disks, with 5^l per disk. These disks containing the amoxicillin and the synthesized compound (in their sub MIC concentration) were then placed on Mueller-Hinton agar medium in a Petri dish, which had been previously inoculated with the bacterial strains to be tested using sterile cotton swabs. The entire setup was then incubated at a temperature of 37°C for duration of 24 hours. The zones of microbial growth that appeared around the disk were subsequently measured and recorded as the diameters of inhibition [23]. As a control, disks containing 1000 |ig of amoxicillin alone (5^l/disk) were also prepared and included in the experiment. In order to dissolve the synthesized compounds, DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) was utilized as a solvent, ensuring a final concentration of less than 2% to ensure that it did not adversely impact bacterial growth. This precaution was taken to maintain
the integrity and accuracy of the experiment [22].
Results and discussion
Molecular docking study: lactamases TEM-1 (1pzp) and the IMP-1 (1JJE
The docking for clavulanic acid, ). The chemical structures of the designated
avibactam, tazobactam, sulbactam and for the amide substituents are listed in Table (1), while
designed amides was carried out on both P- the result of docking is listed in Table (2).
Table 1. Designed structures of amide substituents
Item Y Item Y Item Y
Y1 Y12 HjcJlT Y23 Cl— ( -CH3
Y2 Y13 Y24 Cl^/ Cl
Y3 CKq, Y14 J? Y25 Cl- 4- Cl
Y4 cYS ^no, Y15 Haa Y26
Y5 h2nXX Y16 qJOCQ Y27 Br Br A.
Y6 Y17 V no2 Y28 X
Y7 f ¿r Y18 XX Y29 CH3 Br^
Y8 xr Y19 cv Y30 H3C. Br
Y9 jy Y20 Y31 CK Cl
Y10 jy Y21 oh Y32 cA......
Y11 J? Y22 lhCxx Y32 ob
Table 2. Docking study results for standard inhibitors and p-aminodiphenylamine amide compounds with TEM-1 P- lactamase (1PZP ) and the IMP-1 P-lactamase (1JJE ) enzymes
(kcal/mol)
No. Dockin g Score No. Dockin I Score No. Docking Score
1PZP 1JJE 1PZP 1JJE 1PZP 1JJE
Y1 -7.2 -8.0 Y12 -7.4 -7.6 Y23 -7.4 -7.6
Y2 -7.0 -7.7 Y13 -7.8 -8.6 Y24 -7.8 -8.6
Y3 -9.0 -8.1 Y14 -9.1 -8.3 Y25 -7.2 -8.0
Y4 -7.6 -9.4 Y15 -7.4 -8.0 Y26 -7.0 -7.7
Y5 -8.5 -7.0 Y16 -7.4 -8.4 Y27 -7.4 -7.6
Y6 -8.5 -9.1 Y17 -7.8 -7.0 Y28 -7.8 -8.6
Y7 -8.5 -7.0 Y18 -7.4 -8.0 Y29 -7.2 -8.0
Y8 -7.0 -7.7 Y19 -7.4 -8.4 Y30 -7.0 -7.7
Y9 -7.4 -8.0 Y20 -7.3 -7.9 Y31 -7.4 -7.6
Y10 -8.4 -9.4 Y21 -7.4 -8.0 Y32 -7.2 -8.0
Y11 -7.0 -10.0 Y22 -9.6 -8.1 Y33 -9.3 -10.7
sulbactam -5.5 -5.3 Avibacta m -5.4 -7.6 tazobact am -4.3 -6.4
Clavulanic acid -6.1 -6.1
The docking of the standard inhibitor was carried out not only to consider their score as reference control but also their binding poses used to define the active pocket site amino acids for both enzymes. The amino acids (LEU 196, ALA 199, IEU 200, GLY211, ALA253 and GLY 256) were bound to the most of standard inhibitors in the P-lactamases TEM-1 (1pzp)
[24]. While the amino acids (VAL 25, TRP 28, PHE 51, HIS 79, SER 80, ASP 81 and ASN 167) were bound to the most of standard inhibitors in the P-lactamases IMP-1 (1JJE)
[25]. The above 6 and 7 amino acids will define the active binding site for the attachment with this both enzymes respectively.
Concerning the interaction of the tested compounds with enzymes (Table 2), we found that 6 compounds with substituents (Y3, Y6, Y11, Y14, Y22 and Y33) are bound to 4-5 out of the 6 amino acids and also 4-6 out of 7 amino acids that defined the binding site of both P-lactamases TEM-1 (1pzp) and the IMP-1 (1JJE) respectively. In addition to 3-5 additional amino acids for each compound, those used to potentiate the interaction with both enzymes (Fig. 1). The findings of the docking study suggest that the P-lactamase active pocket has a preference for hydrophobic substituents, as the compounds with these groups showed the highest binding score.
Fig. 1. 2D chemical structure for selected Y22 (A and B) Y33 (C and D) with the P-lactamases
TEM-1 (1pzp) and the IMP-1 (1JJE) respectively.
Chemical study results:
The physical properties of the synthesized amides derivatives are listed in the Table (3).
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Table 3. Physical properties and the most characteristic peaks (v cm-1) of the FT-IR spectrum for the
p-aminodiphenylamine amide compounds (Pa Am 1-6).
Compd No. R M wt. m.p(°C) Color Yield% N-H amide C-H C=O amide other
Pa Am 1 C1T T' 461.34 185-187 black 85 w 3322 w 3026 S 1654 C-Cl m 737
Pa Am 2 ,.0 428.44 184-187 green 87 w 3367 w 3060 S 1643 C-F m 835
Pa Am 3 JX 482.45 218-221 green 83 w 3260 w 3046 S 1645 N-O m 1418
Pa Am 4 jy 420.51 189-202 gray 80 w 3352 w 3032 S 1650 C-H W 2943
Pa Am 5 ■"tçt 448.57 196-198 gray 84 w 3282 w 3042 S 1667 C-H W 2914
Pa Am 6 492.58 133-136 Dark green 88 w 3400 w 3044 S 1651
The FTIR indicate the formation of the amide bonds, the disappearance of the N-H peaks at 3456 cm-1 and 3375 cm-1 of the 1st and 2nd amine of the p-aminodiphenylamine respectively and replaced by the amide N-H at 3260-3400 cm-1 and amide C=O at 1643-1667 cm-1 conforming the amides formations. In addition to other peaks for each compound that belongs to the substitutions of the acid chlorides used (Table 3).
Chemical names and spectral characteriza tion of compounds Pa Ami- Pa Am6
Pa Ami [3 -chloro-N-(4-(3 -
chlorobenzamido)phenyl)-N-phenylb enzami de]. The 1H NMR of Pa Ami (S, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 9.93 (s, 1H, N 14), 8.00 (m, 3H, C 21,30), 7.90 (m, 1H, C 25,26), 7.64-7.73 (m, 4H, C 9,10,12,13), 7.54-7.60 (m, 4H, C 23,24,27,28), 7.38 (d, 2H, C 2,6), 5.11 (d, 2H, C 3,5), 7.03 (d, 1H, C 4). The 13C NMR of Pa Ami (S, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 168.16 (C18), 166.34 (C15),
142.43 (C1), 137.94 (C8), 135.42 (C11), 133.76 (C17,20), 133.19 (C22,29), 131.14 (C23,24,28), 130.97 (C27), 129.30 (C3,5), 128.39 (C21,30), 127.89 (C25), 127.79 (C2,4,6), 126.86 (C9,13,26), 121.71 (C10,12). Pa Am2 [4-fluoro-N-(4-(4-
fluorobenzamido)phenyl)-N-phenylbenzamide]. The 1H NMR of Pa Am2 (S, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 10.21 (s, 1H, N 14), 8.07 (m, 2H, C 26,30), 7.89 (m, 2H, C 21,25), 7.84 (dt, 2H, C 10,12), 7.58 (dt, 2H, C 9,13), 7.36-7.43 (m, 5H, C 2,3,4,5,6), 7.28 (m, 4H, C 22,24,27,29). The 13C NMR of Pa Am2 (S, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 168.73 (C18), 166.42 (C15), 165.66 (C28), 163.59 (C23) 142.59 (C1), 137.91 (C8), 135.41 (C11), 131.66 (C21,25), 131.29 (C20), 131.15 (C17), 130.15 (C26,30), 129.30 (C3,5), 127.38 (C2,6), 127.18 (C4), 126.55 (C9,13), 121.92 (10,12), 116.17 (C22,24), 115.79 (C27,29). Pa Am3 [4-nitro-N-(4-(4-
nitrobenzami do)phenyl)-N-phenylbenzami de].
The JH NMR of Pa Am3 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 10.19 (s, 1H, N 14), 7.86 (d, 2H, C 21,25), 7.73 (d, 2H, C 26,30), 7.34 (m, 6H, C 2,6,10,12,29), 7.17-7.25 (m, 6H, C 3,5,9,13,27), 7.07 (d, 2H, C 22,24), 2.54 (s, 1H, C 4), 2.40 (s, 3H, C 32), 2.24 (s, 3H, C 31). The 13C NMR of Pa Am3 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 170.17 (C18), 165.82 (C15), 144.43 (C1), 142.15 (C23), 140.16 (C28) 139.63 (C8) 137.92 (C11), 133.99 (C20), 132.37 (C17), 129.52 (C22,24),
129.39 (C27,29), 129.21 (C26,30), 128.88 (C3,5), 128.49 (C21,25), 128.15 (C2,6), 127.88 (4), 126.68 (C9,13), 121.28 (C10,12), 21.49 (C31), 21.36 (C32).
Pa Am4 [4-methyl-N-(4-(4-
methylbenzamido)phenyl)-N-phenylbenzamide]. The 1H NMR of Pa Am4 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 10.70 (s, 1H, N 14), 8.14 (m, 2H, C 27,29), 8.04 (m, 2H, C 22,24), 7.85 (m, 2H, C 26,30), 7.75 (m, 2H, C 21,25), 7.53 (m, 2H, C 10,12), 7.46 (m, 2H, C 9,13), 7.227.33 (m, 4H, C 2,3,5,6), 2.50 (t, 1H, C 4). The 13C NMR of Pa Am4 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6):
166.40 (C18), 164.62 (C15) 146.90 (C28), 145.72 (C23), 142.60 (C1), 138.30 (C20), 137.86 (C17) 134.71 (C8), 133.16 (C11), 132.80 (C21,25), 130.70 (C26,30), 129.79 (C3,5), 129.55 (C2,6), 128.60 (C4), 127.40 (C9,13), 126.91 (22,24), 124.80 (C27,29), 120.61 (C10,12).
Pa Am5 [N-(4-(3,5-
dimethylbenzamido)phenyl)-3,5- -N- dimethyl phenylbenzamide]. The 1H NMR of Pa Am5 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 10.27 (s, 1H, N 14), 7.85 (dt, 2H, C 10,12), 7.67 (m, 4H, C 21,25,26,30), 7.57 (dt, 2H, C 9,13), 7.36-7.43 (m, 5H, C 2,3,4,5,6), 7.09 (dt, 2H, C 23,28), 2.29 (s, 4H, C 31,32,33,34). The 13C NMR of Pa Am5 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 168.45 (C18), 166.39 (C15), 142.59 (C1), 137.91 (C8), 137.06 (C22,24,27,29), 135.41 (C11), 134.19 (C20), 133.65 (C17), 133.46 (C23,28), 129.30 (C3,5), 128.47 (C21,25), 127.53 (C26,30), 127.38 (C2,6), 127.18 (C4), 126.55 (C9,13), 121.92 (10,12), 20.91 (C31,32,33,34). Pa Am6 [N-(4-(1 -naphthamido)phenyl)-N-phenyl -1 -naphthamide]. The 1H NMR of Pa
Am6 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 10.35 (s, 1H, N 14), 8.97 (d, 1H, C 26), 8.657 (d, 4H, C 25,29,35,38), 8.40 (d, 3H, C 10,12,34), 8.16 (d, 3H, C 23,24,32), 8.05 (m, 1H, C 33), 7.79 (t, 3H, C 13,27,36), 7.73 (dt, 5H, C 2,6,9,28,37), 7.69 (m, 3H, C 3,4,5). The 13C NMR of Pa Am6 (5, ppm) (DMSO-d6): 169.11 (C15,18), 133.95 (C1,8,11), 133.42 (C20,30,31), 131.16 (C17,21,22), 130.34 (C23,25), 129.09 (C3,32,34,38), 128.17 (C5,27,29,36), 128.04 (C2,4,6,37), 126.67 (C9,13,24,28), 125.97 (C26,33,35), 125.36 (C10,12).
Biological results:
The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) results show that the augmentin is a reasonable activity against all bacterial strains at 2000 |ig/ml concentration, and amoxicillin at 2000 |ig/ml has antibacterial activity against Staph. aureus only, while the tested amides show no antibacterial activity by all concentration used in the three bacterial strains. The MIC study was performed for the synthesized amides in order to ensure that when they are co-administered with the amoxicillin as anti P-lactamase they will have no antibacterial activity as we intend to use their sub-MIC, and the appeared activity will be due to the amoxicillin by the aid of the amide compounds that will mask and inhibit the P-lactamase enzyme. From the MIC study, two concentrations of 800 |ig and 1600 |ig were chosen for the synthesized compounds in order to test their anti P-lactamase activity as compared to 200 |ig of the clavulanic acid in the augmentin.
In the next step the anti P-lactamase activity of the synthesized compounds against human pathogenic bacterial isolates was evaluated [19]. Each tested compound was used as co-inhibiter with 1000 |ig of amoxicillin prepared as disks (5^l/disk) at 800 |ig and 1600 |ig concentrations.
Amoxicillin 1000 |ig alone and augmentin (1000/200mg) were incubated as well, so the results would be considered as a control for the synthesized compounds (Table 4).
Table 4. Inhibition zones for synthesized compounds as co-inhibitors with amoxicillin against Gram-positive and Gram-negative pathogenic bacteria.
Com. No. Inhibition zone diameter (mm) Com. No. Inhibition zone diameter (mm)
Gram(+ )ve Gram (-)ve Gram( +)ve Gram (-)ve
Staph. aueus E. coli K. pneum onia Staph. aueus E. coli K. pneumo nia
1:1 1:2 1:1 1:2 1:1 1: 2 1:1 1: 2 1:1 1:2 1:1 1:2
Augme ntin 18 18 21 22 20 22 Pa Am 3 18 1 9 0 0 0 0
Amoxi cillin 9 10 0 0 0 0 Pa Am 4 0 0 0 0 0 0
Pa Am 1 14 14 0 0 0 0 Pa Am 5 10 1 1 0 0 0 0
Pa Am 2 12 13 0 0 0 0 Pa Am 6 18 1 7 0 0 0 0
:1 = 1000 |ig/ml Amoxicillin : 800 |ig/ml synthesized compound 1:2 = 1000 |ig/ml Amoxicillin : 1600 |ig/ml synthesized compound
In general, the results represent that all the synthesized compounds had no activity as anti P-lactamase against E. coli and P. aeruginosa indicating that the synthesized compounds did not inhibit the P-lactamases in these strains. This observation may be related to enzymes model in the docking study, which defers from those existed in the tested bacterial strains used, or even they were from different families.
Concerning the Staph. aureus bacteria, five of the synthesized compounds showed promising activities, although all of them have no antibacterial activities when used alone. All these compound, in addition to halogen atoms or nitro group, have one or more hydrophobic residue in its structure. This is coming true with
the docking results (https://mcule.com/ apps/1-click-docking/) and with other papers [26]. The activity of the synthesized compounds against the Gram (+) ve Staph. aureus bacteria could be related to many mechanisms, and we cannot certain that the activity is due to inhibition of the P-lactamases in this strain. More specific studies on bacterial strain bearing P-lactamases enzymes mimic those used in the docking study must be performed in order to confirm such activity. Furthermore the result of this study is not very much encouraging, but still it is a part of ongoing project that utilize many scaffold to test their P-lactamase inhibitory activity hoping to find a universal inhibitor that exceed the clavulanic acids or its group.
Conclusion
The use of P-lactamase inhibitors, such as clavulanic acid, in combination with P-lactam antibiotics, has proven effective in combating bacterial resistance. The development of novel compounds with anti P-lactamase activity holds promise for improving the treatment of infectious diseases. By understanding the preferences of the P-lactamase active pocket and designing compounds with hydrophobic
substituents, researchers can enhance the affinity and efficacy of these inhibitors. The current research contributes to the ongoing efforts to combat antibiotic resistance and improve patient outcomes in the field of infectious disease treatment. More specific studies on bacterial strain bearing P-lactamases enzymes must be performed in order to confirm such activity.
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p-AMiNODiFENiLAMiN AMiDiN YENi BiRLO§MOLORi: DiZAYNI, SiNTEZi VO ANTi ß -LAKTAMAZ AKTiVLiYiNiN QiYMOTLONDiRiLMOSi
Ohmad A. Saleh, Ohmad A. J. Mahmud*
dczagiliq Kolleci, dczagiliq Kimyasi Kafedrasi, Mosul Universiteti, Mosul, Iran e-mail:ahmedsot@uomosul.edu.iq
Xülasa: Penisilinlar va sefalosporinlar kimi ß-laktamlar da uzun müddat yoluxucu xastaliklarin müalicasi ü9ün an tasirli antibiotiklar kimi taninib. Bununla bela, onlarin effektivliyina asas mahdudiyyat, bu darmanlarin tarkibindaki ß-laktam halqasini hidroliz edarak onlari qeyri-aktiv edan ß-laktamaza fermentlarinin bakteriya istehsalidir. Bu müqavimat mexanizmini aradan qaldirmaq ü9ün ß-laktamaza inhibitorlari, masalan, klavulan tur§usu, ß-laktamlarla birlikda istifada
olunur. ß-laktamaza fermentlarinin tasirini angallamakla, bu inhibitorlar ß-laktam antibiotiklarinin effektivliyini barpa edirlar. Son tadqiqatlarda tadqiqat9ilar ß-laktamaza fermentlari va potensial inhibitorlar arasindaki qar§iliqli alaqani ara§dirmaq ü9ün dokinq üsullarindan istifada etmi§lar. Xüsusila, ß-laktamazlar TEM-1 (1pzp) va IMP-1 (1JJE) yeni birla§malarin dizayni ü9ün hadaf kimi istifada edilmi§dir. 6 amid birla§masini xlor anhidrid töramalari kimi sintez edarak va amid rabitalari yaratmaq ü9ün p-aminodifenilaminla reaksiyaya girarak bir sira yeni birla§malar yaradilmi§dir. Bu birla§malar daha sonra strukturlarini tasdiqlamak ü9ün müxtalif fiziki va spektroskopik üsullardan istifada etmakla xarakteriza edilmi§dir. Sonra sintez edilmi§ birla§malar ß-laktamaza istehsal edan qram-müsbat va qram-manfi bakteriyalara qar§i effektivliyini qiymatlandirmak ü9ün bioloji sinaqdan ke9irilmi§dir. Bu, Ü9 müxtalif bakteriya §tammina qar§i birla§malarin minimum inhibitor qatiligini (MiQ) tayin etmakla hayata ke9irilmi§dir. Bundan alava, birla§malarin mümkün anti ß-laktamaz faaliyyati klavulan tur§usu ila müqayisa edilmi§dir. Bu tadqiqatin naticalari, sintez edilmi§ mahsullardan be§inin yalniz bir bakteriya §tammi (Staph. aureus) ü9ün klavulan tur§usuna banzar tasir göstardiyini ortaya qoymu§dur. Bundan alava, dokinq tadqiqatinin naticalari göstarir ki, ß-laktamaz aktiv hidrofobik avazedicilara üstünlük verir, 9ünki bu qruplarla sintez edilmi§ mahsullar an yüksak rabita göstarmi§dir. Yekun olaraq, klavulan tur§usu kimi ß-laktamaza inhibitorlarinin ß-laktam antibiotiklari ila birlikda istifadasi bakterial müqavimatla mübarizada effektivliyini sübut etmi§dir. Anti ß-laktamaz faaliyyati ila yeni birla§malarin inki§afi yoluxucu xastaliklarin müalicasinin yax§ila§dirilmasi ü9ün vadlar verir. ß-laktamaz aktiv cibinin üstünlüklarini ba§a dü§mak va hidrofobik avazedicilari olan birla§malari dizayn etmakla tadqiqat9ilar bu inhibitorlarin ox§arligini va effektivliyini artira bilarlar. Bu tadqiqat antibiotik müqavimati ila mübariza va yoluxucu xastaliklarin müalicasi sahasinda xastalarin naticalarini yax§ila§dirmaq ü9ün davam edan saylara töhfa verir.
A?ar sözlar: p-aminodifenilamin, TEM-1 ß-laktamaza, IMP-1 ß-laktamaza, amidlar, dokinq, ß-laktamaza inhibitorlari.
НОВЫЕ СОЕДИНЕНИЯ п-АМИНОДИФЕНИЛАМИН АМИДА: ДИЗАЙН, СИНТЕЗ И ОЦЕНКА АНТИ р-ЛАКТАМАЗНОЙ АКТИВНОСТИ
Ахмед А. Салех, Ахмед А. Дж. Махмуд*
Кафедра фармацевтической химии Фармацевтического колледжа, Университет Мосула, Мосул, Ира e-mail: ahmedsot@uomosul.edu.iq
Резюме: Р-лактамы, такие как пенициллины и цефалоспорины, уже давно признаны наиболее эффективными антибиотиками для лечения инфекционных заболеваний. Однако основным ограничением их эффективности является выработка бактериями ферментов Р-лактамаз, которые гидролизуют Р-лактамное кольцо этих препаратов, делая их неактивными. Чтобы преодолеть этот механизм резистентности, обычно используются ингибиторы Р -лактамаз, такие как клавулановая кислота, в сочетании с Р-лактамами. Ингибируя действие ферментов Р-лактамаз, эти ингибиторы восстанавливают эффективность Р-лактамных антибиотиков. В недавних исследованиях исследователи использовали методы стыковки, чтобы изучить взаимодействие между ферментами Р -лактамаз и потенциальными ингибиторами. В частности, Р-лактамазы TEM-1 (1pzp) и IMP-1 (1JJE) были использованы в качестве мишеней для создания новых соединений. Ряд новых соединений был получен путем синтеза 6-амидных соединений в виде производных хлорангидридов и взаимодействия их с п-аминодифениламином с образованием амидных связей. Затем эти соединения были охарактеризованы с использованием различных физических и спектроскопических методов для подтверждения их структуры. Далее синтезированные соединения были подвергнуты биологическим испытаниям для оценки их эффективности против грамположительных и грамотрицательных бактерий, продуцирующих Р-лактамазу. Это было достигнуто путем определения минимальной ингибирующей концентрации (МИК) соединений против трех различных штаммов бактерий. Кроме
того, возможную анти-Р-лактамазную активность соединений сравнивали с активностью клавулановой кислоты. Результаты исследования показали, что пять синтезированных продуктов продемонстрировали эффект, аналогичный эффекту клавулановой кислоты, только на один штамм бактерий (Staph. aureus). Кроме того, результаты исследования докинга позволяют предположить, что активный карман Р-лактамаз отдает предпочтение гидрофобным заместителям, поскольку синтезированные продукты с этими группами показали самый высокий показатель связывания. В заключение следует отметить, что использование ингибиторов Р-лактамаз, таких как клавулановая кислота, в сочетании с Р-лактамными антибиотиками доказало свою эффективность в борьбе с бактериальной резистентностью. Разработка новых соединений с анти Р-лактамазной активностью обещает улучшить лечение инфекционных заболеваний. Понимая предпочтения активного кармана Р-лактамазы и создавая соединения с гидрофобными заместителями, исследователи могут повысить сродство и эффективность этих ингибиторов. Это исследование способствует постоянным усилиям по борьбе с устойчивостью к антибиотикам и улучшению результатов лечения пациентов в области лечения инфекционных заболеваний.
Ключевые слова: п-аминодифениламин, Р-лактамаза ТЕМ-1, Р-лактамаза IMP-1, амиды, докинг, ингибиторы Р-лактамаз.
