This study found that vinblastine's metabolites show binding affinities for receptors linked to nausea and alopecia, suggesting potential changes to its structure could minimize these side effects during chemotherapy.
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May 2011 in “American Journal of Hematology” This study found that vinblastine treatment rapidly increased platelet counts in childhood refractory immune thrombocytopenia, providing effective control of bleeding symptoms, although side effects like neuropathic pain were common and resolved with dose adjustments.
September 2023 in “bioRxiv (Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory)” In this study, FOL-026, a peptide based on osteopontin, was shown to promote angiogenesis and stimulate vascular cell proliferation and migration through neuropilin-1, similar to VEGF, suggesting potential therapeutic applications in vascular repair and angiogenesis-related conditions.
January 2004 in “Headache” This study found that two-thirds of patients with persistent chronic daily headache showed significant improvement with divalproex sodium treatment, although common side effects included weight gain, tremor, hair loss, and nausea.
July 2021 in “British Journal of Dermatology” Laser treatment for skin conditions VEN and ILVEN is effective and liked by patients.
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May 2021 in “Scientific Reports” This study identified several anticancer drugs, including vinblastine and bortezomib, that significantly increase the risk of developing chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, with variations in time-to-onset among different drug categories.
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May 2012 in “Pharmaceutical Development and Technology” PEVs effectively deliver minoxidil through skin.
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January 2020 in “Biomaterials Science” Created microspheres show potential for safe and effective use in prostate artery embolization.
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October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society” In this case report, researchers observed that the monoclonal antibody bevacizumab may worsen hypothyroidism in patients, as seen in a 60-year-old woman with metastatic duodenal carcinoma. The authors suggest that thyroid function should be monitored when using VEGF inhibitor therapies due to potential adverse effects.
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April 2022 in “Nusantara Bioscience” This study proposes a quick and sensitive method for detecting vancomycin using modified silver nanoparticles and shows promising results against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
January 2022 in “SSRN Electronic Journal” In this case study, a neoadjuvant therapy combining gemcitabine and Disitamab Vedotin proved effective and safe for a muscle-invasive bladder cancer patient with severe renal insufficiency, who could not tolerate platinum-based treatments. The study suggests this regimen may be a viable alternative, pending further research.
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March 2018 in “Neoplasia” This study suggests that nephronectin (NPNT) could serve as a novel prognostic marker for poor prognosis in a subgroup of breast cancer patients, associated with specific NPNT staining patterns.
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March 2024 in “Journal of Biomaterials Applications” This study developed dissolving microneedles using specific polymers for transdermal delivery of rizatriptan benzoate, demonstrating improved drug skin penetration and significant alleviation of migraine symptoms in vivo compared to passive diffusion, suggesting potential advantages over conventional treatment methods for acute migraine.
November 2004 in “Oncology Times” This article discusses the ethical concerns and implications of a partnership between the National Prostate Cancer Coalition and Viadur, including the perceived endorsement of a specific drug.
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July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” VYN201 shows promise as a safe and effective treatment for non-segmental vitiligo.
March 2026 in “Pharmaceutics” This review discusses the potential of plant-derived nanovesicles as natural therapeutics and drug delivery platforms in cancer therapy, highlighting their versatility and promising applications, but reports no new clinical results.
April 2018 in “DSpace@MIT (Massachusetts Institute of Technology)” Nephronectin is linked to worse outcomes in breast cancer and helps cancer spread.
August 2010 in “Oncology Times” This article discusses the approval and perceived potential of Provenge, a new prostate cancer vaccine, highlighting its capability to extend survival in certain patients while also noting ongoing debates about its cost and mechanisms; it reports no new clinical results.
May 2015 in “Journal of The American Academy of Dermatology” Povidone-iodine nail solution effectively treats nail infections caused by chemotherapy.
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October 2025 in “Antimicrobial Agents and Chemotherapy” This study found that cepharanthine may be a promising treatment for enterovirus infections, as it offered full protection to mice against lethal EV71 challenges and reduced viral titers and pathology.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” A new test helps find drugs to treat head and neck cancer by targeting c-Rel.
April 2021 in “Cermin Dunia Kedokteran” This report describes two cases of tinea capitis in young siblings, with cultures showing M. canis and Rhodotorulla, and notes improvement after treatment with ketoconazole lotion and shampoo for two months.
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February 2022 in “Bioactive Materials” This study reported the development of pH-responsive nanoparticles that effectively deliver vancomycin in a controlled manner, demonstrated enhanced antibacterial activity, and showed promise for clinical applications by targeting bacterial infection sites with programmable drug release.
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August 2022 in “Lasers in medical science” In this study, both 1565-nm non-ablative fractional laser and long-pulsed 1064-nm Nd:YAG laser effectively reduced enlarged facial pores, with no significant difference in efficacy and minimal side effects, though the Nd:YAG laser had less severe side effects.
January 2026 in “Nanoscale Advances” In this study, a biocompatible zinc oxide nanocomposite loaded with the anticancer drug 9-Br-Nos demonstrated effective drug delivery and cytotoxicity against lung cancer cells in vitro, while also proving non-toxic to healthy cells, suggesting its potential for targeted lung cancer treatment.
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March 2018 in “Biomaterials” This study found that in vivo, a novel microneedle system for valproic acid delivery may improve hair regrowth efficacy by upregulating hair follicle development pathways more effectively than topical application.
September 2011 in “Urology” This study reports on biofeedback treatment for dysfunctional voiding in three adult cases, providing insights into this condition when diagnosed beyond childhood.
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June 2024 in “Pharmacological Research” This study identified neuropilin-1 as the receptor for FOL-026 and showed that it stimulates angiogenesis and cell growth, suggesting potential for vascular repair and enhanced angiogenesis therapies.
July 2024 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” In these two clinical trials, DS-2325a, a KLK5 inhibitor, was found to be generally safe and well tolerated in healthy volunteers, with mild and non-serious adverse events, suggesting its potential for further development as a treatment for Netherton Syndrome.
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December 2023 in “International Journal of Nanomedicine” This study reviewed the challenges of delivering nucleic acids for gene therapy, highlighting the limitations of non-viral vehicles and exploring bioinspired strategies using cell membrane camouflage for improved delivery efficacy.