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October 2022 in “Дерматовенерология Косметология” EGFR inhibitors for lung cancer can cause severe skin issues.
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June 2023 in “Molecules/Molecules online/Molecules annual” Cepharanthine has many medicinal uses but needs improvement for better effectiveness.
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July 2020 in “Frontiers in Cell and Developmental Biology” Vitexin Compound 1 may help reduce skin aging caused by UVA light.
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April 2017 in “Journal of Investigative Dermatology” Cilostazol may help hair grow and could be a new treatment for hair loss.
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November 2025 in “British Journal of Pharmacology” Daprodustat, combined with PAβN, could be a new antibacterial treatment.
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March 2026 in “Journal of Enzyme Inhibition and Medicinal Chemistry” PROTACs show promise in cancer treatment by effectively degrading specific harmful proteins.
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