• MediciNova presented an update on its Phase 2/3 COMBAT-ALS trial of MN-166 (ibudilast) for amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) at the 2024 Annual NEALS Meeting.
• The presentation highlighted the study design, scientific rationale, objectives, inclusion criteria, and enrollment status of the ongoing trial as of October 18, 2024.
• An NIH-funded Expanded Access Protocol (EAP) is underway to provide MN-166 (ibudilast) to ALS patients ineligible for the COMBAT-ALS trial, supported by a $22 million grant.
• MN-166 (ibudilast) is a small molecule compound targeting PDE4 and inflammatory cytokines, with potential benefits for neurodegenerative diseases like ALS.