Abstract: The present invention refers to a compound which is a pyrazolyl compound for use as a medicament in a neurodegenerative disease or disorder, preferably reactive gliosis. Also, a pyrazolyl compound that is 3-(5?-hydroxymethyl-2?-furyl)-1-benzylindazole (YC-1) for use as a medicament in a disease or disorder, preferably for the treatment, reversal or the attenuation of reactive gliosis, and/or reactive gliosis directly or indirectly associated with an eye disease, disease of the retina, or retinal disorder. Further, the invention discloses pharmaceutical compositions thereof and a method for treating a neurodegenerative disorder, preferably reactive gliosis, comprising administering to a subject in need thereof an effective amount of such compound or pharmaceutical composition.