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Topic – SAR of H1 Antagonist (Classical) & A Complete Study of H1 & H2 Antagonists
Presented by - Diya Bera
Roll No. - 15905923020
Reg. No. - 231590210020(2023-24)
Semester – 5th
semester
Class - 3rd
year
Course - B.Pharm
Suject Code - PT513B
Academic Year - 2023-24
Medicinal Chemistry-II
Calcutta Institute of Pharmaceutical Technology And Allied Health Sciences Banitabla:Uluberia:Howrah
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Introduction
Histamin Antagonists
SAR of H1 Antagonist
Classification (First & Second Generation)
Mechanism of Action
Moral Difference of 1st
& 2nd
generation H1 antagonist
Uses
Conclusion & References
Introduction
 Histamine is a -imidazolylethylamine derivative
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present in all mammalian tissues.
 It was first discovered by SIR HENRY DALE.
 Its synthesis from amino acid (L-Histidine) involve of L-
Histidine decarboxylase enzyme occurs in mast cells,
parietal cells of gastric mucosa, CNS, periphery.
 Stored in mast cell and metabilsed by Histamine N-
methyl transferase(HMT) & Diamine oxidase.
 It functions as an autocoid & one of the mediator
involved in the allergic inflammatory responses.
 It has an important role in the regulation of gastric acid
secretion
 Histamin receptor belonging to the family of G-Protein
coupled receptors.The sub types of histamine receptors
are: H1 H2 H3 H4
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Histamin Antagonists
Drugs that block the receptor or histamin that’s called
Antihistamines. Began by the discovery of PIPEROXAM.
1. Drugs that inhibits the histumine release.
2. Drugs that inhibits the action of released histamine.
a) H1 antagonists(first,second&third generations)
b)H2 antagonists
c)H3 antagonists
d)H4 antagonist
3. Drugs having dual action
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Structure Activity Relationship of H1 Antagonist
Most of the classic antihistamines are histamine receptor analogue may be described by a substituted
ethylamine moiety i.e., GAS.
 Aryl group:
In the above structure,
1. 1. Ar is aryl (including phenyl & heteroaryl group like 2-pyridyl).
2. 2. Ar' is aryl or aryl methyl group.
3. Some times the two aromatic rings are bridged, which constitutes tricyclic ring derivatives.
 The nature of X:
Provides the basis of chemical classification of classical anti-histamines-
1. When X = O i.e., GAS = Amino alkylether’s derivatives e.g- Doxylamine
2. When X = N i.e., GAS = Ethylene-diamine’s derivatives e.g- Tripelenamine
3. When X = C i.e., GAS = Mono aminopropyl’s derivative e.g- Pheniramine
Structure Activity Relationship of H1
Antagonist
 Nature of Alkylchain:
Most of the structures of classical antihistamines contain an ethylene
chain.
Extension or Branching of this chain results in a less active compound
(promethazine is an exception).N-Ar Homologation plays an important
role in the development of Neuroleptics & tricyclic antidepressants from
anti- histamines.
 Nature of Terminal 'N' atom:
Terminal 'N' atom should be a 3º amine for the maximum activity.
The terminal 'N' may be a part of heterocyclic ring as in Chlorocyclizine,
and still retains high antihistaminic activity.
Classification of H1 Antagonist (First Generation)
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Amino alkyl ethers:
General Structure
Ethylenediamine: Propylamine:
General Structure General Structure (Saturated)
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Classification of H1 Antagonist (First Generation)
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Propylamines:
General Structure(Unsaturated)
Phenothiazine: Piperazine
General Structure General Structure
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Classification of H1 Antagonist (Second Generation)
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*These have a relative low affinity for central
H, receptors & largely free from sedation.
*The 2nd generation drugs have little affinity
for muscarnic, adrenergic receptors.
*TERFENADINE is a long acting H,
antagonist.
*FEXOFENADINE is a primary oxidative
metabolite of TERFENADINE& does not
cross the BBB.
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Mechanism of Action Moral Difference
Difference Between of First Generation & Second Generation
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Uses of Antihistamins
ALLERGIC DISORDERS:
They effectively control certain immediate type of
allergies like itching. urticaria, seasonal hay fever,
allergic conjunctivitis & angioedema of lips eyelids
etc.,
CETIRIZINE have adjuvant role
in seasonal asthma.
PRURITUS:➤ Antihistamines are first
choice of drugs for idiopathic pruritus.
COMMON COLD:They do not effect the illness but may
afford sympatomatic relief by anticholinergic & sedative
actions.As hypnotics eg: diphenhydramine & promethazine.
Pruritus
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Uses of Antihistamins
➤ As "anti-tussives" Eg: diphenhydramine.
➤ As "anti-emetic" Eg: meclizine
➤ In "parkinsonism" Eg: promethazine,
diphenhydramine.
➤ In drug induced "acute dystonias" Eg:
diphenhydramine. promethazine.
➤ To treat "motion & morning sickness" Eg: cyclizine,
promethazine.
➤ To treat "vertigo" conditions Eg: cinnarizine.
Conclusion
Histamine is an important chemical messenger that exhibits significant
physiological effects mediated through its receptor. A thorough knowledge of
drugs is very much useful to treat the clinical conditions arising due to
imbalance of histamine in the body.Antihistamines can be sedating and
nonsedating.Older people should avoid sedating antihistamines (first
generation).Antihistamine drugs can include pain relievers and
decongestants.They often cause drowsiness and nausea.One cannot
consume alcohol with antihistamines.
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References
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