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The future of CNS drug development: signs of real progress

Drug Target Review

2 A raft of emerging therapeutic modalities sits at the centre of this boom, spanning advanced biologics, engineered platforms and next-generation small molecules. This protective barrier prevents more than 98 percent of small-molecule drugs and all macromolecular therapeutics 3 from accessing the brain. 2019.11.009.

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The rising impact of biomarkers in early clinical development

Drug Target Review

For example, transcriptomic processes are showing the potential to identify and track failures in gene expression and gene regulation of amyloid and tau-related biomarkers, understood as precursors to the onset of Alzheimers disease (AD). Trial design and statistical methods are also key to determining the utility and validity of biomarkers.

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How GPCR agonists, including antibodies, are shaping the future of metabolic care

Drug Target Review

G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) represent a cornerstone of modern drug discovery due to their crucial role in regulating human physiology and their involvement in numerous diseases. A suitable pharmacokinetics profile can be achieved with the addition of half-life extending moieties to the molecule.

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They regulate lipid metabolism subsequently enhancing the response of these tissues to the actions of insulin. 2011, 2 , 828-839 DOI: 10.1039/C1MD00116G [link] [link] Glucokinase is a key regulator of glucose homeostasis and small molecule activators of this enzyme represent a promising opportunity for the treatment of Type 2 diabetes.

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Best-in-Class Solutions Accelerate Development of GLP-1 Therapeutics

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To that end, the PI can ensure patients understand the science of appetite and metabolic regulation, for example, to relieve some of the self-imposed expectations for instant weight loss or other quick signs of success. Whatever the reason behind a patients fatigue, education and encouragement are key to continued engagement.

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Metabolism of 2022 FDA approved small molecule drugs PART 2

Metabolite Tales Blog

Metabolism of 2022 FDA approved small molecule drugs part 2 Mixing it Up By Julia Shanu-Wilson In Part 1 of this topic we looked at metabolism of the small molecule drugs approved by the FDA in 2022 that were mediated by CYP3A4. Dermavant’s tapinarof is one such friend. 8 This is not the only point of interest.

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Looking beyond traditional oncogenic pathways to break cancer resistance

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BRAF and downstream mitogen-activated extracellular signal-regulated kinase (MEK) inhibitors are combined to treat BRAF-mutated melanoma, for example. This orally available small molecule binds to the bromodomain of CBP/p300 in a highly specific manner.