Use of urolithin derivatives in the treatment of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
Urolithin derivatives are administered to treat ALS, targeting mitochondrial dysfunction to provide improved therapeutic outcomes beyond current treatments, addressing the limitations of existing ALS therapies.
Patent Information
- Authority / Receiving Office
- JP · JP
- Patent Type
- Applications
- Current Assignee / Owner
- VANDRIA SA
- Filing Date
- 2024-05-17
- Publication Date
- 2026-07-07
AI Technical Summary
Current treatments for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), particularly C9orf72 amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (C9-ALS), are inadequate, with the FDA-approved drug riluzole only extending survival by approximately 10%, highlighting the need for more effective therapeutic options.
Administering specific urolithin derivatives, such as compounds of formula (Ia), (Ic), (Id), (Ie), (If), (Ih), (IIa), or (IIb), to subjects in need of treatment for ALS, including C9-ALS, to address the underlying mitochondrial dysfunction associated with the condition.
The urolithin derivatives demonstrate potential in significantly improving muscle function and potentially offering more effective treatment options for ALS, beyond the limited benefits of existing therapies.
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