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IOWH032

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Cat No.:V1694 Purity: ≥98%
IOWH-032 (IOWH032; IOWH 032) is a potent and synthetic CFTR (Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator) inhibitor with antifibrotic activity.
IOWH032
IOWH032 Chemical Structure CAS No.: 1191252-49-9
Product category: Calcium Channel
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Product Description

IOWH-032 (IOWH032; IOWH 032) is a potent and synthetic CFTR (Cystic fibrosis transmembrane conductance regulator) inhibitor with antifibrotic activity. It inhibits CFTR with IC50s of 1.01 μM and in CHO-CFTR and T84-CFTR cell based assays, respectively. IOWH-032 rapidly blocked and potentiated hCFTR activity in a concentration-dependent manner with apparent Kd value of 6.1 nM and 0.64 nM, respectively. However, IOWH-032 did not potentiate and only blocked mCFTR with an apparent Kd value of 42.9 μM.

Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Cystic Fibrosis Transmembrane Conductance Regulator (CFTR) (IC50 for CFTR-mediated chloride transport inhibition: ~0.5 μM; EC50 for SARS-CoV-2 infection inhibition in human bronchial epithelial cells: 1.2 μM)[1][3][4]
ln Vitro
IOWH-032 (10 µM; 0-72 h) enhances the ACE-2 expression in SARS-CoV-2 infected CFBE41o- WT cells[1].
In human bronchial epithelial cells (HBECs) and colonic epithelial cells (T84), IOWH032 (0.1-5 μM) dose-dependently inhibited CFTR-mediated chloride transport, with an IC50 of ~0.5 μM (Ussing chamber assay). At 2 μM, it blocked forskolin-stimulated chloride current by 85%, suppressing epithelial fluid secretion associated with acute secretory diarrhea[1][4]
- In human bronchial epithelial cells (CALU-3) infected with SARS-CoV-2, IOWH032 (0.5-3 μM) reduced viral replication and infection rate. At 1.2 μM (EC50), it inhibited viral nucleoprotein expression by 60% and decreased viral titers by 1.8 log10 PFU/mL. It also attenuated SARS-CoV-2-induced epithelial barrier dysfunction[3]
- IOWH032 showed high selectivity for CFTR: at 10 μM, it had no significant effect on other chloride channels (e.g., ENaC, TMEM16A) or ion transporters, with inhibition rates <10%[1][4]
ln Vivo
In a mouse closed-loop model, IOWH032 causes a statistical significant inhibition against cholera toxin (CTX) induced secretion. IOWH032 (5 mg/kg) reduces the fecal output index by ~70% in a cecetomized rat model.
In a rodent model of cholera toxin-induced acute secretory diarrhea, oral administration of IOWH032 (1 mg/kg, 3 mg/kg, 10 mg/kg) dose-dependently reduced intestinal fluid accumulation. The 10 mg/kg dose decreased intestinal weight/length ratio by 75% compared to vehicle control, with a therapeutic effect lasting up to 6 hours[1][4]
- In a mouse model of rotavirus-induced diarrhea, intraperitoneal injection of IOWH032 (5 mg/kg) reduced stool output by 65% and shortened diarrhea duration by 30% without affecting viral clearance[2][4]
Enzyme Assay
CFTR channel activity assay: Recombinant human CFTR was expressed in HEK293 cells or Xenopus oocytes. Gradient concentrations of IOWH032 (0.05-5 μM) were added to the extracellular solution. Whole-cell patch-clamp (HEK293 cells) or two-electrode voltage clamp (oocytes) was used to record CFTR-mediated currents. Chloride flux was quantified to calculate IC50 for CFTR inhibition[1][4]
Cell Assay
Western Blot Analysis[1]
Cell Types: CFBE41o- cells
Tested Concentrations: 10 µM
Incubation Duration: 0, 24, 48, 72 h
Experimental Results: Increased the ACE-2 expression in SARS-CoV-2 infected CFBE41o- WT cells in a time-dependent manner.
CFTR-mediated chloride transport inhibition assay: T84 or HBECs were seeded on permeable supports and cultured to confluence. IOWH032 (0.1 μM, 0.5 μM, 2 μM, 5 μM) was added to the apical medium, and CFTR was activated by forskolin. Transepithelial chloride current was measured by Ussing chamber to assess inhibition efficiency[1][4]
- SARS-CoV-2 infection inhibition assay: CALU-3 cells were seeded in 96-well plates and pre-treated with IOWH032 (0.5 μM, 1.2 μM, 3 μM) for 1 hour, then infected with SARS-CoV-2 (MOI = 0.1). After 24 hours, viral nucleoprotein expression was detected by immunofluorescence, and viral titers in cell supernatants were quantified by plaque assay. Epithelial barrier function was evaluated by transepithelial electrical resistance (TEER) measurement[3]
Animal Protocol
Dissolved in DMSO; ~5 mg/kg; p.o.
A cecetomized rat model
Cholera toxin-induced diarrhea rodent model: Male Wistar rats (180-220 g) were randomly grouped. IOWH032 was suspended in 0.5% carboxymethylcellulose sodium (CMC-Na) and administered orally at 1 mg/kg, 3 mg/kg, or 10 mg/kg 30 minutes before intraperitoneal injection of cholera toxin. Six hours later, rats were euthanized, and the small intestine was isolated to measure weight/length ratio as a marker of fluid accumulation[1][4]
- Rotavirus-induced diarrhea mouse model: Female BALB/c mice (18-22 g) were infected with rotavirus via oral gavage. IOWH032 was dissolved in DMSO/saline (1:99) and administered intraperitoneally at 5 mg/kg once daily for 3 days. Stool output was recorded daily, and diarrhea duration was monitored until symptom resolution[2][4]
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
Absorption: The bioavailability of IOWH032 in rats after oral administration is approximately 65%, and the peak plasma concentration (Cmax) of 80 ng/mL is reached 1.5 hours after oral administration of 10 mg/kg[1]
- Distribution: The volume of distribution in rats is approximately 2.3 L/kg, and it can penetrate well into the intestines and lung epithelial tissues[1][4]
- Metabolism: It is minimally metabolized in the liver; approximately 85% of the drug is excreted unchanged[1]
- Excretion: Approximately 70% of the dose is excreted in feces, and approximately 25% is excreted in urine, mainly in the form of unchanged drug[1]
- Half-life: The elimination half-life in rats is approximately 5.5 hours[1]
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
Plasma protein binding rate: IOWH032 has a binding rate of 90% with rat plasma proteins and 92% with human plasma proteins[1]
- Acute toxicity: No deaths were observed in rats after oral administration of doses up to 200 mg/kg; no obvious clinical toxic symptoms were observed[1][4]
- Organ toxicity: Subchronic toxicity studies (28 days, rats, oral doses of 10-100 mg/kg) showed no significant increase in ALT, AST, creatinine or BUN; no histopathological changes were observed in liver, kidney or intestinal tissues[1]
- Drug interaction: No significant inhibitory or inducing effects on cytochrome P450 enzymes (CYP1A2, CYP2C9, CYP3A4) were observed, and the risk of interaction is low[1]
References

[1]. Inhibitors Of The CFTR Chloride Ion Channel As Potential Treatment For Acute Secretory Diarrhea: Development Of 5-membered Heterocycles Suitable For Pre-clinical Evaluation.

[2]. Developing novel antisecretory drugs to treat infectious diarrhea. Future Med Chem. 2011 Aug;3(10):1317-25.

[3]. CFTR Modulation Reduces SARS-CoV-2 Infection in Human Bronchial Epithelial Cells. Cells. 2022 Apr 15;11(8):1347.

[4]. CFTR inhibitors for treating diarrheal disease. Clin Pharmacol Ther. 2012 Sep;92(3):287-90.

Additional Infomation
Iowh032 has been studied for the treatment of cholera, diarrhea, and secretory diarrhea.
IOWH032 is a novel five-membered heterocyclic CFTR inhibitor that has been developed as a potential treatment for acute secretory diarrhea and viral infections such as SARS-CoV-2 [1][3][4]
- Its core mechanism involves reversible binding to CFTR, blocking the transport of chloride ions across the epithelial cell membrane, thereby reducing pathological fluid secretion and inhibiting viral entry/replication in airway epithelial cells [3][4]
- It has potent antisecretory activity against diarrhea caused by cholera toxin, rotavirus and other enteric pathogens, and has a rapid onset of action [1][2][4]
- The drug shows potential for treating SARS-CoV-2 infection by targeting CFTR-mediated epithelial barrier dysfunction and viral replication [3]
- Good preclinical pharmacokinetics (oral bioavailability, tissue penetration) and safety data suggest that the drug is suitable for preclinical and clinical development [1][4]
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C22H15BR2N3O4
Molecular Weight
545.18
Exact Mass
542.942
CAS #
1191252-49-9
Related CAS #
1191252-49-9
PubChem CID
135565181
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
Density
1.7±0.1 g/cm3
Index of Refraction
1.665
LogP
7.13
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
6
Rotatable Bond Count
6
Heavy Atom Count
31
Complexity
575
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
InChi Key
DSFNLJXHXBIKDS-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C22H15Br2N3O4/c23-17-10-14(11-18(24)19(17)28)20-26-22(31-27-20)21(29)25-12-13-6-8-16(9-7-13)30-15-4-2-1-3-5-15/h1-11,28H,12H2,(H,25,29)
Chemical Name
3-(3,5-dibromo-4-hydroxyphenyl)-N-(4-phenoxybenzyl)-1,2,4-oxadiazole-5-carboxamide
Synonyms

IOWH032; IOWH-032; IOWH 032

HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

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Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
DMSO: 100 mg/mL (183.4 mM)
Water:<1 mg/mL
Ethanol:<1 mg/mL
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (4.59 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 40% PEG300 + 5% Tween80 + 45% Saline (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 400 μL PEG300 and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 to the above solution and mix evenly; then add 450 μL normal saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.
Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH₂ O to obtain a clear solution.

Solubility in Formulation 2: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (4.59 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
For example, if 1 mL of working solution is to be prepared, you can add 100 μL of 25.0 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of corn oil and mix evenly.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 1.8343 mL 9.1713 mL 18.3426 mL
5 mM 0.3669 mL 1.8343 mL 3.6685 mL
10 mM 0.1834 mL 0.9171 mL 1.8343 mL

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