The discovery and SAR of cyclopenta[b]furans as inhibitors of CCR2.

Bioorg Med Chem Lett

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Published: May 2014

The discovery of a novel series of cyclopenta[b]furans as CCR2 inhibitors is discussed. This series has excellent CCR2 potency and PK characteristics, and good cardiovascular safety.

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