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Oxycodone Prodrug Activation (Trypsin-Mediated)

Molecular classification: Enzyme-mediated drug release/activation

Overview

Oxycodone prodrug activation (trypsin-mediated) is a drug delivery strategy employing trypsin, a serine protease primarily in the small intestine, to activate inactive oxycodone prodrugs. This approach aims to improve the safety profile and reduce misuse risk compared to immediate-release opioids by releasing oxycodone primarily in the small intestine after oral administration. The prodrug undergoes proteolytic cleavage by trypsin, followed by intramolecular cyclization, to release active oxycodone.

Mechanism of action

Proteolytic cleavage by trypsin followed by intramolecular cyclization, resulting in oxycodone release.

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Drug activation

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Pain management

Safety considerations

Potential for inter-patient variability in trypsin activity.Risk of incomplete prodrug conversion.Influence of intestinal environment on activation efficiency.

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Oxycodone prodrugs (e.g., PF614)

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