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Vonafexor

Alias: VonafexorEyp001
Cat No.:V2180 Purity: ≥98%
Vonafexor (EYP001) is an orally bioactive and selective non-steroidal FXR agonist.
Vonafexor
Vonafexor Chemical Structure CAS No.: 1192171-69-9
Product category: FXR
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Product Description
Vonafexor (EYP001) is an orally bioactive and selective non-steroidal FXR agonist. Vonafexor combined with Peg-IFNα can significantly reduce HBsAg. Vonafexor may be utilized in anti-HBV (hepatitis B virus) research.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Vonafexor (formerly EYP001) targets the farnesoid X receptor (FXR), acting as a selective FXR agonist with an EC50 of 41 nM for human FXR activation [3]
ln Vitro
When paired with entecavir or tenofovir, vonafexor (EYP001) has additive effects that significantly reduce HBV DNA, HBsAg, and HBeAg secretion in HepaRG cells by inhibiting the HBV replication cycle [3].
In HBV-infected HepaRG cells, Vonafexor (1 μM) significantly reduced HBV DNA levels by ~40% and HBsAg levels by ~30% compared to the control group [3]
- The compound exhibited additive anti-HBV effects when combined with nucleoside analogues (e.g., entecavir) in HepaRG cells: co-treatment with Vonafexor (1 μM) and entecavir (100 nM) reduced HBV DNA by ~75%, which was significantly higher than either agent alone [3]
- Vonafexor (0.1-10 μM) dose-dependently activated FXR-mediated gene expression (e.g., BSEP, SHP) in HepaRG cells, confirming FXR agonistic activity [3]
ln Vivo
In a phase I clinical study in healthy subjects, oral administration of Vonafexor (single doses of 10-300 mg or multiple doses of 30-100 mg once daily for 14 days) resulted in dose-dependent activation of FXR biomarkers (e.g., increased serum FGF19 levels, decreased serum bile acid concentrations) [3]
- In a phase II clinical study in chronic hepatitis B (CHB) patients, Vonafexor (100 mg once daily for 12 weeks) combined with entecavir reduced HBV DNA by an additional ~0.8 log10 IU/mL compared to entecavir monotherapy, and 25% of patients achieved HBsAg reduction ≥0.5 log10 IU/mL [2]
- The compound did not cause significant elevation of liver function markers (ALT, AST) in CHB patients, indicating liver safety in the treatment setting [1]
Enzyme Assay
FXR activation assay was performed using a luciferase reporter gene system. HepG2 cells were transfected with human FXR expression plasmid and FXR-responsive luciferase reporter plasmid. After incubation with serial dilutions of Vonafexor for 24 hours, luciferase activity was measured. EC50 values were calculated by fitting the dose-response curves of luciferase activity enhancement [3]
- FXR binding assay was conducted using a homogeneous time-resolved fluorescence (HTRF) method. Recombinant human FXR ligand-binding domain was incubated with fluorescently labeled FXR ligand and serial dilutions of Vonafexor. HTRF signals were measured to evaluate competitive binding, and binding affinity (Ki) was derived [3]
Cell Assay
HBV inhibition assay in HepaRG cells: HepaRG cells were infected with HBV for 14 days to establish a chronic infection model. Cells were treated with Vonafexor (0.1-10 μM) alone or in combination with entecavir for 72 hours. HBV DNA levels were quantified by qPCR, and HBsAg levels were measured by ELISA [3]
- FXR target gene expression assay: HepaRG cells were treated with Vonafexor (0.1-10 μM) for 24 hours. Total RNA was extracted, and mRNA levels of FXR target genes (BSEP, SHP) were quantified by RT-qPCR [3]
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
In healthy subjects, after oral administration of Vonafexor (100 mg once daily), the peak plasma concentration (Cmax) was 1.8 μg/mL, the area under the plasma concentration-time curve (AUC0-24h) was 22.3 μg·h/mL, and the terminal half-life (t1/2) was 18.5 hours [3]. - The oral bioavailability of this compound in humans is approximately 55%, and food intake can increase Cmax by approximately 30%, but has no significant effect on AUC [3]. - Vonafexor has a protein binding rate of 97% in human plasma [3]. - Vonafexor is mainly metabolized by cytochrome P450 3A4 (CYP3A4), and renal excretion is minimal (<5% of the total dose) [3].
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
In a Phase I clinical trial, Vonafexor was well tolerated in healthy subjects at doses up to 300 mg (single dose) and 100 mg (multiple doses over 14 days). The most common adverse events were mild gastrointestinal symptoms (nausea, diarrhea) and headache [3]. No significant changes in liver function (ALT, AST), kidney function (creatinine, blood urea nitrogen), or hematological parameters were observed in patients with chronic hepatitis B (CHB) treated with Vonafexor (100 mg once daily for 12 weeks) [1]. Vonafexor does not inhibit major cytochrome P450 isoenzymes (CYP1A2, CYP2C9, CYP2C19, CYP2D6, CYP3A4) at therapeutic concentrations, suggesting a low risk of drug interactions [3].
References

[1]. Farnesoid X receptor agonist for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B: A safety study. J Viral Hepat. 2021 Dec;28(12):1690-1698.

[2]. Assessing the developing pharmacotherapeutic landscape in hepatitis B treatment: a spotlight on drugs in phase II clinical trials. Expert Opin Emerg Drugs. 2022 Jun;27(2):127-140.

[3]. The selective FXR agonist EYP001 is well tolerated in healthy subjects and has additive anti-HBV effect with nucleoside analogues in HepaRG cells. J Hepatol 66(1):S690.

[4]. Bile acid modulators for the treatment of nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) [published online ahead of print, 2020 Jun 19]. Expert Opin Investig Drugs. 2020;1-10.

Additional Infomation
Vonafexor (formerly known as EYP001) is a selective, orally active FXR agonist for the treatment of chronic hepatitis B (CHB) and non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) [3][4] - Its anti-HBV mechanism involves FXR-mediated inhibition of HBV transcription and replication, and synergistic effects with nucleoside/nucleotide analogs (NNAs) to enhance viral suppression [2][3] - The compound is currently in Phase II clinical development for CHB, and preliminary data show good safety and efficacy, including a reduction in HBsAg levels in some patients [2] - For NASH, Vonafexor is being evaluated for its ability to improve hepatic steatosis, inflammation, and fibrosis by regulating bile acid metabolism and lipid homeostasis through FXR activation [4]
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C19H15CL3N2O5SEXACTMASS
Molecular Weight
489.7568
Exact Mass
487.976
CAS #
1192171-69-9
Related CAS #
1192171-69-9;
PubChem CID
67202717
Appearance
Off-white to light yellow solid powder
Density
1.604±0.06 g/cm3(Predicted)
Boiling Point
680.5±65.0 °C(Predicted)
LogP
4.8
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
7
Rotatable Bond Count
4
Heavy Atom Count
30
Complexity
733
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
InChi Key
XLGQSYUNOIJBNR-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C19H15Cl3N2O5S/c20-12-2-1-3-13(21)18(12)30(27,28)24-8-6-23(7-9-24)14-4-5-15-11(17(14)22)10-16(29-15)19(25)26/h1-5,10H,6-9H2,(H,25,26)
Chemical Name
4-chloro-5-[4-(2,6-dichlorobenzene-1- sulfonyl)piperazin-1-yl]-1-benzofuran-2-carboxylic acid
Synonyms
VonafexorEyp001
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 : ~83.33 mg/mL (~170.14 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Solubility in Formulation 1: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.25 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 20.8 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: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.25 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% (20% SBE-β-CD in 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 20.8 mg/mL clear DMSO stock solution to 900 μL of 20% SBE-β-CD physiological saline solution and mix evenly.
Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.

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Solubility in Formulation 3: ≥ 2.08 mg/mL (4.25 mM) (saturation unknown) in 10% DMSO + 90% Corn Oil (add these co-solvents sequentially from left to right, and one by one), clear solution.
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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 2.0418 mL 10.2091 mL 20.4182 mL
5 mM 0.4084 mL 2.0418 mL 4.0836 mL
10 mM 0.2042 mL 1.0209 mL 2.0418 mL

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Clinical Trial Information
NCT Number Recruitment interventions Conditions Sponsor/Collaborators Start Date Phases
NCT06425055 RECRUITING Drug: Vonafexor Alport Syndrome Enyo Pharma 2024-07-05 Phase 2
NCT03812029 COMPLETED Drug: Vonafexor
Other: Placebo
Non-alcoholic Steatohepatitis Enyo Pharma 2019-01-30 Phase 2
NCT04465916 TERMINATED Drug: EYP001a
Drug: Placebo
Hepatitis B, Chronic Enyo Pharma 2020-05-12 Phase 2
Biological Data
  • ALT and virology dynamics in patients with grade 3 or 4 ALT elevation. Treatment allocations per patient: S21–017, 100 mg Vonafexor once daily; S21–018, 200 mg Vonafexor once daily; S21–022, 150 mg Vonafexor twice daily +Peg‐IFNα2a; S42–011, 150 mg Vonafexor twice daily +Peg‐IFNα2a. ALT, alanine transaminase; Peg‐IFNα2a, pegylated‐interferon α2a. Dotted lines are HBV DNA changes and filled lines are ALT changes. J Viral Hepat. 2021 Dec;28(12):1690-1698.
  • Change in circulating HBsAg in patients after a 4‐week Vonafexor treatment. Mean changes (SD) from day 1 baseline to day 35 of HBsAg (log10 IU/ml). Groups were treated with Vonafexor (red lines), placebo (grey, straight line, circle) or entecavir (blue, straight line, rhombus). Vonafexor 100 mg once daily (straight line square); Vonafexor 200 mg once daily (straight line, triangle); Vonafexor 400 mg once daily (straight line, circle); Vonafexor 200 mg twice daily (straight line, cross); Vonafexor 300 mg daily combined with Peg‐IFNα2a (dotted line, rhombus); Vonafexor 150 mg twice daily combined with Peg‐IFNα2a (dotted line, square); placebo with Peg‐IFNα2a (dotted line, circle). HBsAg, hepatitis B surface antigen. Significance: *indicates p < .05 for change from baseline. # indicates p < .05 vs. placebo. o indicates p < .05 for change from baseline and vs. Placebo. J Viral Hepat. 2021 Dec;28(12):1690-1698.
  • Change in circulating HBV DNA in patients after a 4‐week Vonafexor treatment. Mean changes (SD) from day 1 baseline to day 35 of HBV DNA (log10 IU/ml). Groups were treated with Vonafexor (red lines), placebo (grey, straight line, circle) or entecavir (blue, straight line, rhombus). Vonafexor 100 mg once daily (straight line square); Vonafexor 200 mg once daily (straight line, triangle); Vonafexor 400 mg once daily (straight line, circle); Vonafexor 200 mg twice daily (straight line, cross); Vonafexor 300 mg daily combined with Peg‐IFNα2a (dotted line, rhombus); Vonafexor 150 mg twice daily combined with Peg‐IFNα2a (dotted line, square); placebo with Peg‐IFNα2a (dotted line, circle). HBV, hepatitis B virus. Significance: *indicates p < .05 for change from baseline. #indicates p < .05 vs. placebo. o indicates p < .05 for change from baseline and vs. Placebo. J Viral Hepat. 2021 Dec;28(12):1690-1698.
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