research Mixing the Old with the New: Drug Repurposing for Immune Deficiency in the Era of Precision Medicine and Pediatric Genomics
Using old drugs for new uses can help treat rare immune deficiencies.
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research Why Do Promising Therapies Stall in Development and How Can We Move Them Forward?
Most drugs fail to reach the market, but understanding their properties and using strategies like early toxicity tests and drug repurposing can help advance their development.
research A Machine Learning and Network Framework to Discover New Indications for Small Molecules
A machine learning model called CATNIP can predict new uses for existing drugs, like using antidepressants for Parkinson's disease and a thyroid cancer drug for diabetes.
research Differences in Reproductive Toxicology Between Alopecia Drugs: An Analysis on Adverse Events Among Female and Male Cases
Finasteride has a higher risk of reproductive side effects than minoxidil.
research Advancements in Drug Repurposing: Examples in Psychiatric Medications
Old psychiatric drugs are increasingly being used for new purposes, and technologies like SmartCube® help create new drugs.
research Logic-Based Modeling and Drug Repurposing for the Prediction of Novel Therapeutic Targets and Combination Regimens Against E2F1-Driven Melanoma Progression
Tadalafil and Finasteride may help treat aggressive melanoma.
research LabeledIn: Cataloging Labeled Indications for Human Drugs
Researchers created LabeledIn, a detailed list of drug uses, showing the importance of human input in making such lists.
research Repurposing of Drugs as Novel Influenza Inhibitors From Clinical Gene Expression Infection Signatures
A blood pressure drug, diltiazem, may also help treat influenza.
research A Systematic Review on Drug Re-Profiling/Re-Purposing
The document concludes that drug repurposing, which is reusing known medicines for new illnesses, can provide faster, cheaper treatment options for various serious diseases, including cancer, COVID-19, and rare diseases.
research Entrepreneurship in Off-Label Drug Prescription: Just What the Doctor Ordered!
The conclusion is that off-label drug use can lead to important medical discoveries and improve patient care.
research Polycystic Ovary Syndrome: A Comprehensive Review of Pathogenesis, Management, and Drug Repurposing
PCOS management includes lifestyle changes and medications, with ongoing research into repurposed drugs for better treatment options.
research Hidradenitis Suppurativa and Comorbid Disorder Biomarkers, Druggable Genes, New Drugs and Drug Repurposing—A Molecular Meta-Analysis
The study found key factors in the cause of hidradenitis suppurativa, its link to other diseases, and identified existing drugs that could potentially treat it.
research Repurposing of Linagliptin and Similar FDA Approved Drugs as Antidiabetic Agents
Pranlukast and mirabegron may work as new diabetes drugs.
research Applications and Implications of Heparin and Protamine in Tissue Engineering and Regenerative Medicine
Heparin and protamine are promising in tissue repair and organ regeneration, including skin and hair.
research Network-Based Approaches Reveal Potential Therapeutic Targets for Host-Directed Antileishmanial Therapy Driving Drug Repurposing
Researchers identified five new potential targets for leishmaniasis treatment, suggesting repurposing existing drugs could be effective.
research Repurposing of Approved Cardiovascular Drugs
Some heart drugs show promise for other conditions, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Repurposing of Drugs for Cardiometabolic Disorders: An Out and Out Cumulation
Existing drugs are being repurposed to treat cardiometabolic disorders, which is safer, faster, and cheaper than developing new drugs.
research Nanostructured Lipid Carriers Loaded with Minoxidil and Latanoprost for Targeted Topical Therapy of Alopecia
A new treatment for hair loss uses tiny lipid carriers to deliver a mix of minoxidil and latanoprost directly to hair follicles, promoting hair growth and being well tolerated by the skin.
research In Silico Screening of DrugBank Compounds as Potential Inhibitors for Human Steroid 5α-Reductase 2 for Androgen-Related Diseases
Stiripentol shows promise as a potential treatment for androgen-related diseases but needs more testing.
research Prioritizing Susceptibility Genes for the Prognosis of Male-Pattern Baldness With Transcriptome-Wide Association Study
Identified genes linked to male-pattern baldness may help develop new treatments.
research Spironolactone, a Classic Potassium-Sparing Diuretic, Reduces Survivin Expression and Chemosensitizes Cancer Cells to Non-DNA-Damaging Anticancer Drugs
Spironolactone may make some cancer treatments more effective by blocking a protein that helps cancer cells survive.
research A Connection Between the Mitochondrial Permeability Transition Pore, Autophagy, and Cerebral Amyloidogenesis
Dutasteride may help reduce brain plaque linked to Alzheimer's by affecting cell energy structures and waste removal.
research Can We Teach Old Drugs New Tricks? Repurposing Neuropharmacological Drugs for Inflammatory Skin Diseases
Old neuropharmacological drugs might be effective for treating inflammatory skin diseases.
research Repurposing of H1-Receptor Antagonists Cetirizine, Loratadine, and Fexofenadine for Systematic Analysis of ClinicalTrials.gov Trials Using Semi-Automated Processes
Custom software found that common allergy drugs might have new uses for various conditions and could improve survival in some cancers.
research Small Molecule Wnt Pathway Modulators from Natural Sources: History, State of the Art and Perspectives
Natural small molecules can help treat diseases by activating or inhibiting the Wnt pathway.
research Topical Minoxidil Therapy for Androgenetic Alopecia
research Are Nutraceuticals Effective in Covid-19 and Post-Covid Prevention and Treatment?
Some nutraceuticals may help in COVID-19 prevention and treatment, but more research is needed.
research Medication Repurposing: New Uses for Old Drugs
Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
research Computational Screening of Repurposed Drugs and Natural Products Against SARS-CoV-2 Main Protease as Potential COVID-19 Therapies
Some existing drugs and natural products might work against COVID-19 by targeting the virus's main protease.
research Are Sex Hormones Promising Candidates to Explain Sex Disparities in the COVID-19 Pandemic?
Sex hormones like estrogen and testosterone may affect COVID-19 severity differently in men and women, potentially influencing prevention and treatment strategies.