Abstract: Some embodiments relate to methods of treating hyperbilirubinemia comprising administrating a therapeutic amount of a metalloporphyrin to an infant. Administration may occur when the infant's measured total serum bilirubin levels are at or below about the level suggested by the AAP nomogram for initiating phototherapy, when the infant's measured total serum bilirubin levels are at about the level suggested for initiating phototherapy in an infant, or when the infant's measured total serum bilirubin levels are at about the level suggested for initiating phototherapy. Administration may occur without regard to the total serum bilirubin level of the infant. In some embodiments, administration of the metalloporphyrin does not cause QT prolongation.

Abstract: Methods of treating hyperbilrubinemia or reducing total serum bilirubin levels include initiating phototherapy on an infant while substantially simultaneously administering to the infant a therapeutic amount of stannsoporfin. Various embodiments are directed to treating hyperbilirubinemia and decreasing bilirubin levels.

Abstract: Carbamazepine, in extended release form, is useful in the treatment of patients suffering from bipolar disorder. In order to minimize the time it takes to reach efficacy, carbamazepine, in extended release form, can be administered to the patient at an initial daily dose which is then increased in daily increments until clinical efficacy is achieved.