Copanlisib, developed by Bayer, is a phosphoinositide 3-kinase (PI3K) inhibitor with potential antineoplastic activity. Copanlisib inhibits the activation of the PI3K signaling pathway, which may result in inhibition of tumor cell growth and survival in susceptible tumor cell populations. Activation of the PI3K signaling pathway is frequently associated with tumorigenesis and dysregulated PI3K signaling may contribute to tumor resistance to a variety of antineoplastic agents. Copanlisib is currently under Phase II/III clinical trials for the treatment of non-Hodgkin lymphoma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia.

Rofecoxib is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug which selectively inhibits COX-2 and subsequent prostaglandin synthesis. The drug was developed by Merk and approved by FDA in 1999 for relief of signs and symptoms of arthritis, acute pain in adults, and painful menstrual cycles under the name Vioxx. Later on Merck voluntarily withdrawn Vioxx from the market due to safety concerns (high risk of heart attack and stroke).

Ilomastat (also known as galardin or GM 6001) is a broad-spectrum matrix metalloproteinase inhibitor. It is a member of the hydroxamic acid class of reversible metallopeptidase inhibitors. The hydroxamic acid binds the catalytic zinc(2+) ion in a bidentate manner, blocking substrate access to the active site and rendering the metal incapable of peptide hydrolysis. Preclinical studies have shown that ilomastat can inhibit conjunctival scarring after glaucoma filtration surgery in rabbits, in lens capsules following simulated cataract surgery, and in models of vitreoretinal contraction.

Batimastat is a powerful broad spectrum hydroxamate-type matrix metalloproteinases inhibitor(MMPI), with potent anticancer activity. Batimastat inhibits the growth and spread of lung tumors, breast cancer regrowth, and human colon tumor growth and spread in mouse models. Batimastat reduces MMP-mediated vascular dysfunction and vessel wall damage and enhances the sealing ability and bond strength of dental adhesives. Batimastat was the first MMPIs evaluated in cancer patients and to be used in a clinical trial. Batimastat was administered by the intraperitoneal and intra-pleural route in clinical trials. The Phase I and II clinical trials of Batimastat, when administered intraperitoneally, did not show a good response. Due to its poor water solubility, it is not well accepted for cancer treatment.

Roquinimex (Linomide, LS 2616) is a quinoline-3-carboxamide with pleiotropic immune modulating capacity and it has therapeutic effects in several experimental animal models of autoimmune diseases. Linomide has been evaluated in clinical trials for multiple sclerosis, and was indeed shown to have disease inhibitory effects. However, due to unexpected side effects recorded in patients treated with Linomide, premature termination of clinical trials was required. The basic mechanism(s) of action of Linomide in inducing beneficial effects in autoimmune diseases is still elusive. Some experimental evidence indicates that Linomide influences the regulation of the cytokine profile, resulting in the inhibition of autoimmune and inflammation pathologies. Roquinimex possesses potential antineoplastic activity. Roquinimex inhibits endothelial cell proliferation, migration, and basement membrane invasion; reduces the secretion of the angiogenic factor tumor necrosis factor alpha by tumor-associated macrophages (TAMs); and inhibits angiogenesis. Roquinimex was in phase III clinical trials with Pharmacia Corporation in Europe and the US for the treatment of multiple sclerosis.

Suramin is an antiprotozoal and anthelmintic compound. It is indicated for the treatment of African trypanosomiasis (African sleeping sickness; trypanosome fever) and Onchocerciasis (river blindness). Additionally, suramin exhibits antineoplastic action. It was discovered that suramin produced dramatic, but transient, improvement of core symptoms of autism spectrum disorder.

Clomiphene (CLOMID®) is a triphenyl ethylene stilbene derivative which is an estrogen agonist or antagonist depending on the target tissue. It is an orally administered, nonsteroidal, ovulatory stimulant. Clomiphene (CLOMID®) is a mixture of two geometric isomers [cis (zuclomiphene) and trans (enclomiphene)] containing between 30% and 50% of the cis-isomer. Clomiphene (CLOMID®) initiates a series of endocrine events culminating in a preovulatory gonadotropin surge and subsequent follicular rupture. The first endocrine event in response to a course of clomiphene therapy is an increase in the release of pituitary gonadotropins. This initiates steroidogenesis and folliculogenesis, resulting in growth of the ovarian follicle and an increase in the circulating level of estradiol. Following ovulation, plasma progesterone and estradiol rise and fall as they would in a normal ovulatory cycle.