Tuesday, September 19, 2017

Ulcerative Colitis Therapeutics - Pipeline Analysis, Clinical Trials and Results, 2017

The ulcerative colitis pipeline analysis report covers approximately 89 drug candidates in different stages of development.
Ulcerative colitis is a chronic inflammatory disease, which basically affect colonic mucosa. The main identified symptoms of the disease are bloody diarrhea, abdominal cramps and fatigue. Some of the other symptoms include, fever, vomiting, anorexia, abdominal distension and bloating. The treatment approaches to this disease mostly include the use of small molecules and monoclonal antibodies, which are being developed to target and reduce the inflammatory mediators.

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The research found that different companies are engaged in the collaboration for ulcerative colitis. In June, 2015 Lycera Corp. and Celgene Corporation collaborated for the development of Lycera Corp. drug candidate for the treatment of ulcerative colitis. Celgene obtained the exclusive right to acquire Lycera upon conclusion of the option period or achievement by Lycera of pre-specified clinical milestones. During the option period, Lycera retained full control of its research and development programs.

The novel technologies are being used for ulcerative colitis drug candidates. Protalix Ltd. is using ProCellEx technology platform for their drug candidates. ProCellEx technology platform overcomes the weaknesses by offering significant production, regulatory and cost benefits.
Some of the key players developing ulcerative colitis therapeutics include EA Pharma Co., Ltd., Celgene Corporation, InDex Pharmaceuticals AB and others.

Thursday, August 31, 2017

Phosphatidylinositol 3-Kinase Inhibitors Pipeline - Clinical Trials & Results, Collaboration and Developments

The PI3K inhibitors pipeline analysis report covers approximately 37 active drug candidates in different stages of development.
Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinases (PI3K) are lipid kinases that are involved in cell regulation, including cell survival, proliferation and differentiation. They act as intermediate molecules in PI3K/AKT/mTOR signaling pathway by sending chemical messengers from cell surface to cytoplasm. These signals activate multiple effector kinase pathways, resulting in survival and growth of normal cells. Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinases is categorized on the basis of classes as class I, II and III, on the basis of structure of the PI3K, based on the specificities of the substrate as well as on the basis of lipid end-product’s nature. Bases on structure, Phosphatidylinositol 3-kinases has four different forms PI3K alpha, PI3K beta, PI3K gamma and PI3K delta.

In March 2017, Bayer AG presented clinical results of Phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K)-targeting drug candidate Copanlisib in Phase II CHRONOS-1 trial, evaluating patients with relapsed or refractory indolent non-Hodgkin's lymphoma (iNHL), trial with NCT ID 01660451. The results across all patient groups showed an objective response rate (ORR) of 59.2%, with a 12% complete response (CR) rate and a median duration of response (DOR) of more than 98 weeks, or 687 days (range 0-687).

The research found that different companies engaged in manufacturing of PI3K inhibitors are collaborating. One of the collaborations occurred in November 2016 between Verastem, Inc. and Infinity Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
The major players for PI3K inhibitors pipeline include, but are not limited to, Novartis AG, Genentech, Inc., SignalRX Pharmaceuticals Inc. and others.

Wednesday, August 30, 2017

Innovating Technologies Offer Development of Novel Therapies

The study analysed that the Synovial sarcoma pipeline comprises of 22 drug candidates in different stages of development. Synovial sarcoma is rare type of cancer and approximately one to three people in one million people are diagnosed with synovial sarcoma every year, globally. The disease occurs frequently in young adults; however, the disease can affect a person at any age. Synovial sarcoma is more common in males, and the male to female ratio of the disease stands at 12 males for every 10 females. Various new therapies and advanced technologies are driving the growth of Synovial sarcoma pipeline.

Many technologies such as REOLYSIN technology, ZVex and GLAAS technology, Laser Micro-beam Microdissection are being developed that can bring the innovative treatment, which can control the progression of Synovial sarcoma.  ZVex and GLAAS are complementary discovery platforms designed to activate and expand the immune system’s natural ability to create tumour-specific cytotoxic T cells (CTLs) in vivo.
The research also found that various companies have collaborated for the development of Synovial sarcoma pipeline. In February 2014, Pfizer Inc. (Pfizer) and Merck & Co., Inc. (Merck) agreed to explore the therapeutic potential of Merck’s investigational anti-PD-1 therapy, MK-3475, in combination with two of the Pfizer’s oncology assets.
Some of the key players developing drugs for Synovial sarcoma include Takara Bio Inc., Oncolytics Biotech Inc., Accuronix Therapeutics, Inc., Cue Biopharma, Inc. and others.

Tuesday, August 29, 2017

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Therapeutics Pipeline Analysis, 2017 - Clinical Trials & Results, Patent and Other Developments

The study analysed that the PTSD pipeline comprises of 23 drug candidates in different stages of development. PTSD is a neurological disorder that develops in people who have experienced a scary or a dangerous event. PTSD can occur in a person at any age. According to the National Center of PTSD, around seven to eight out of 100 individuals experience PTSD at some point in their lives. Most of the people recover from traumatic situation naturally, but those who continue to experience problems are diagnosed with PTSD. People with PTSD are used to feel frightened even when they are not in a dangerous situation. PTSD generally occurs more often in women than men. Various collaboration between educational institutes, associations, and pharma companies are driving the therapeutic pipeline of PTSD.
Many patents have been received during the development of drug candidates for the treatment of PTSD. In May 2017, Tonix reported the issuance of patent 9 636 408 by the United States Patent and Trademark Office titled “Eutectic Formulations of Cyclobenzaprine Hydrochloride and Amitriptyline Hydrochloride,” covering the composition and manufacture of its proprietary sublingual formulation of very low dose cyclobenzaprine.
Significant growth in the therapeutic pipeline of PTSD is attributed to increasing collaboration between educational institutes, associations and pharma companies. Funds from the non-profit organizations have also been supporting the pipeline growth of PTSD therapeutics.
Some of the key players developing drugs for the treatment of PTSD include India Globalization Capital, Inc., Therapade Technologies LLC, Axim Biotechnologies, Inc. and others.

Monday, August 28, 2017

Diabetic Foot Ulcer Therapeutics Pipeline - Clinical Trials & Results, Collaboration and Developments

The study analysed that the diabetic foot ulcer pipeline comprises of approximately 27 drug candidates in different stages of development.

Diabetic foot ulcer is a serious complication of diabetes and can be defined as the ulceration in foot along with neuropathy or peripheral artery disease of the lower limb in diabetic patients. Diabetic foot ulcer is categorized into two types namely; neuropathic foot where neuropathy dominates and neuroischemic foot where occlusive vascular disease is the main factor. Diabetic neuropathy, peripheral artery disease and consequent trauma of the foot are the major risk factors for diabetic foot ulcer. The motor and sensory nerve damage can caus muscle weakness, paresis and atrophy in diabetic patients. Diabetic foot ulcer can be assessed by physical examination of the skin for the vascular, neurological, and musculoskeletal systems. Additionally, this examination also involves the assessment of perception of superficial pain, and temperature. Neuropathic disability score is assessed to evaluate the risk of occurrence of neuropathic ulceration.


Most of the innovations in technology have been producing novel therapies for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcer. NOx is an advanced wound care technology invented by Edixomed Ltd, that provides the important moist environment, which aids in healing and absorbs wound exudate that generates nitric oxide.

Significant growth in the therapeutic pipeline of diabetic foot ulcer is attributed to increasing collaboration between educational institutes, associations and pharma companies as well as biotech companies. For instance, i March 2016, Microbion Corporation entered into an agreement with Haisco Pharmaceutical Group to develop and commercialize Microbion’s drug candidate for the treatment of chronic wounds in China and related territories.


Some of the key players developing drugs for the treatment of diabetic foot ulcer include Lakewood Amedex, Inc., Edixomed Ltd., CardioVascular BioTherapeutics Inc. and others.

Wednesday, August 16, 2017

Candidiasis Therapeutics Pipeline Analysis 2017 - Designation, Collaboration, and Other Developments


The study analyzed that the candidiasis therapeutics pipeline comprises approximately 22 drug candidates in different stages of development.

As per the findings of the research, most of the candidiasis drug candidates are being developed to be administered by oral route.
Matinas Biopharma Holdings, Inc. is using Cochleate technology platform for the development of their drug candidates. The technology platform is a lipid-crystal nano-particle targeted drug delivery system, that offers a drug delivery solution with differentiating and disruptive features including oral availability, multi-organ protection, enhanced safety and targeted delivery to the site of the infection and inflammation along with the ability to effectively penetrate the tissues.
The research found that various companies received many designations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) for the development of candidiasis therapeutics pipeline. In May 2016, USFDA granted the orphan drug designation to SCY-078 for the treatment of invasive candida infections, including candidemia.
Some of the key players developing drugs for the treatment of candidiasis include Seren Pharmaceuticals, Inc., SCYNEXIS, Inc., Matinas Biopharma Holdings, Inc., and others.

Monday, August 14, 2017

Post-Operative Pain Therapeutics Exhibits Emerging Pipeline with 35+ Drug Candidates

The study analyzed that the post-operative pain therapeutics pipeline comprises approximately 39 drug candidates in different stages of development. Post-operative pain is one of the most common problem experienced by a person after any surgery. The intensity of pain can vary from acute to chronic depending upon the time it lasts. It starts when pain receptors activate an electrical signal that travels to the spinal cord. The spinal cord then transmits the signal to the brain. It involves the interaction of various chemicals, known as neurotransmitters, in the body, which together act to produce the sensation of pain in a person.


Innocoll Holdings plc is using CollaRx technology platform for the development of INL-001 for the treatment of post-operative pain. The CollaRx technology platform produces a lyophilized porous matrix of purified collagen that can be implanted at the time of surgery or applied topically to chronic or acute traumatic wounds. The CollaRx matrices are biodegradable and bio-resorbable. The in vivo release of drugs incorporated into the CollaRx matrix takes place via a combination of dissolution, diffusion and the interactive characteristics of the active drug and the formulation that can be modified to affect controlled release.
Some of the key players developing drugs for post-operative pain include DURECT Corporation, Elite Pharmaceuticals, Inc., Cara Therapeutics, Inc. and others.

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