Advancing treatments for cough relief

Advancing Treatments for Cough Relief. Seeking novel, safe, and effective solutions for cough relief to enhance consumer wellness through over-the-counter products, addressing both acute and chronic cough symptoms.

What we are looking for:

Innovative treatments, including compounds, formulations, or delivery systems, that provide rapid, safe, and effective relief for acute or chronic cough, suitable for integration into over-the-counter consumer health products.

Must have Requirements are:

• Demonstrated efficacy in relieving cough symptoms (e.g., dry or productive cough).
• Safe for over-the-counter use with minimal side effects.
• Compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA or EU regulations).

Nice-to-have requirements are:

• Natural or plant-based ingredients for consumer appeal.
• Long-lasting relief (e.g., sustained effect for 4-8 hours).
• Compatibility with multiple delivery formats (e.g., lozenges, syrups, sprays).
• Supported by clinical or pre-clinical data.

Out of scope:

• Prescription-only medications or treatments.
• Solutions targeting non-cough-related symptoms (e.g., fever, congestion).
• Non-consumer health applications (e.g., industrial or environmental uses).

Please note: Faculty and researchers interested in applying for these opportunities based on technologies developed or disclosed at Vanderbilt must submit their proposals through the CTTC.