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AZVUDINE

New Drug Approvals

3] It was discovered for the treatment of hepatitis C [4] and has since been investigated for use against other viral diseases such as AIDS and COVID-19 , [2] [5] for which it was granted conditional approval in China. [6] It was approved in China in 2021 as a first-in-class treatment for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).

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Bile acids and the microbiome: revolutionising disease approaches

Drug Target Review

For example, bile acid treatments have been effective against SARS-Cov-2 infections. Bile acids and bile activated receptors in the treatment of Covid-19. Biochemical Pharmacology. Gut Microbes. 2023 February 5 [2024 March 11]; 15(1). Available from: [link] 2 Biagoli M, Distrutti E, Fiorucci S, et al.

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Targeting the immunotherapy potential of cytokines IL-12 and IL-18 with new advancements in protein engineering

Drug Target Review

In this IO arena, we continue to search for additional treatments that can further benefit patients. Immune checkpoint inhibitors, a well-established class of IO treatments, are designed to improve the ability of T-cells to fight cancer by removing inhibitory or suppressive mechanisms that may dampen the anti-cancer functions of T cells.

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Bivamelagon

New Drug Approvals

“Targeting appetite and satiety in diabetes and obesity, via G protein-coupled receptors” Biochemical Pharmacology. g, 86%, MC70 ). 3] [4] [5] As of March 2024, it is in phase 2 clinical trials. [1] 1] References ^ Jump up to: a b “Rhythm Pharmaceuticals” AdisInsight. 13 March 2024. .; Stewart, Gregory D.;