16 citations
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February 2009 in “Clinical neurology and neurosurgery” In this study, patients with epilepsy who switched from immediate-release to extended-release divalproex sodium did not experience significant changes in seizure frequency, but most preferred the new formulation due to a subjective decrease in tremor during daily activities.
January 2018 in “Hair transplant forum international” This study explores the use of low-dose naltrexone as a novel treatment for lichen planopilaris, but specific results or outcomes are not detailed in the abstract.
6 citations
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May 2011 in “Journal of Pharmacy Technology” This article discusses the growing trend of repurposing existing medications for innovative therapeutic uses and highlights the need for pharmacy practitioners to be informed about accessing clinical evidence related to these applications, but it reports no new results.
2 citations
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December 2023 in “Stem Cells Translational Medicine” This study found that combining ISX-9 with mesenchymal stem cells enhanced their ability to reduce inflammation and repair lung damage in an acute lung injury model compared to using the cells alone.
March 2026 in “Preprints.org” This review suggests that the compound DRDE-07, originally a sulphur-mustard countermeasure candidate, could potentially be repurposed for skin protection due to its compatibility with pathways involved in oxidative stress and inflammation, though further experimental study is needed to confirm its therapeutic applicability in dermatology.
January 2026 in “Ciencia Latina Revista Científica Multidisciplinar” This study reports on a 14-year-old male with refractory diffuse alopecia areata who achieved full hair density restoration after three monthly sessions of microneedling combined with triamcinolone, dutasteride, and synthetic exosome treatment, highlighting exosomes' potential for enhancing traditional therapies in autoimmune hair loss cases.
341 citations
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November 2009 in “The FASEB Journal” This article reviews the multifunctional roles of calreticulin outside the ER and highlights its impact on wound healing in animal models, but reports no new clinical results.
September 2003 in “Reactions Weekly”
March 2026 in “Akdeniz Medical Journal” This review focuses on the role of exosomes in diagnosing and treating various dermatological diseases, emphasizing their potential to promote skin regeneration, improve cosmetic outcomes, and modulate immune-related conditions, with the anticipation of expanded future applications.
4 citations
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August 2024 in “Dermatological Reviews” This review explores the basic science and therapeutic potential of stem cells, platelet-rich plasma, and exosomes in regenerative medicine, highlighting their promising roles in skin regeneration and repair but noting a need for further research.
April 2026 in “Dermatologic Clinics” December 2025 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal” This study reviews the role of exosomes in regenerative aesthetics, highlighting their potential in treating conditions like photoaging and wound healing through mechanisms like matrix remodeling and immunomodulation, while also noting advancements in exosome isolation techniques and regulatory considerations.
This review article discusses current trends and future perspectives in drug repurposing, highlighting its potential to discover novel treatments for unmet medical needs by identifying new uses for existing drugs, which benefits from faster development timelines and established safety profiles.
21 citations
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August 1960 in “British journal of dermatology/British journal of dermatology, Supplement” Endoxan often causes hair loss, which usually starts in the third week of treatment.
9 citations
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July 2020 in “Journal of Animal Physiology and Animal Nutrition” This study found that maternal melatonin supplementation improved fur quality in Rex rabbit offspring by increasing hair follicle density and altering melatonin receptor gene expression in several organs.
23 citations
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March 2014 in “International Journal of Molecular Sciences” The study observed that testosterone reduced knee range of motion in ovariectomized female rats, potentially by downregulating specific relaxin receptor isoforms, with its effects mediated via dihydro-testosterone.
April 2026 in “The Open Biotechnology Journal” This review reports that resveratrol could benefit the management of chronic illnesses such as diabetes and cardiovascular disease, but challenges with bioavailability and regulatory issues persist.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” This review outlines the evolution of drug repurposing from accidental discoveries to a systematic approach enhanced by genomics and data analytics, emphasizing its accelerated relevance during the COVID-19 pandemic and exploring its global and Indian milestones, computational strategies, and future regulatory perspectives.
May 2026 in “Apollo (University of Cambridge)” In this review, the authors discuss how SOX9 functions as a key regulator of epithelial cell fate and tissue repair, suggesting its role in integrating environmental signals, which could inform regenerative medicine approaches despite potential risks like fibrosis and cancer.
70 citations
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August 2019 in “European Journal of Medicinal Chemistry”
July 2026 in “Current Issues in Molecular Biology” This study found that Plerixafor, a CXCR4 antagonist, promotes melanogenesis in melanocytes by increasing MITF and tyrosinase expression and enhancing melanocyte migration, and it effectively restores pigmentation in a mouse depigmentation model without toxicity, highlighting its potential for treating pigmentary disorders.
September 2018 in “Translational andrology and urology” This study explored the effects of MOTILIPERM on infertility in a rat model with varicocele and oxidative stress, reporting its potential therapeutic efficacy.
January 2009 in “Chemical Reagents” The method produces finasteride with a 92% yield.
1 citations
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February 2022 in “Clinical and Experimental Health Sciences” In this study, dexpanthenol exhibited antiepileptic and antidepressant-like effects in mice without impacting their motor coordination.
May 2024 in “Journal of drug delivery science and technology” This review highlights the potential of exosomes, particularly those derived from mesenchymal stromal cells, for treating skin conditions and regeneration, but it also identifies challenges in their production and application.
August 2016 in “Regenerative Medicine” This review discusses various significant research articles in the field of regenerative medicine, but it does not report any new clinical findings.
54 citations
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May 2015 in “Endocrinology” In this study, manipulation of the enzyme 5α-reductase type 2 in human hepatocytes altered lipogenesis, suggesting clinical implications for patients using 5α-reductase inhibitors by affecting glucocorticoid action on hepatic lipid metabolism.
This article reviews numerous drug reactions and interactions for various medications and does not present new research findings.