research Network-Based Drug Repositioning: Approaches, Resources, and Research Directions
The document concludes that computational methods using networks and various data can improve the process of finding new uses for existing drugs.
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research Recent advances in drug repositioning and rediscovery for different therapeutic activities utilizing updated technological approaches
Using existing drugs for new treatments is cost-effective and safer.
research Peer Review #3 of "Computational drug repositioning based on side-effects mined from social media (v0.1)"
Reviewers criticized the study for assuming drugs with similar side-effects work the same way and questioned the validity of its findings due to potential biases and data quality issues.
research DrugNet: Network-based drug–disease prioritization by integrating heterogeneous data
DrugNet effectively identifies new uses for existing drugs and may save resources in drug development.
research A review on computer‐aided chemogenomics and drug repositioning for rationalCOVID ‐19 drug discovery
Computer-aided methods can speed up COVID-19 drug discovery and help find new uses for existing drugs.
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 The PDGF/PDGFR pathway as a drug target
The PDGF/PDGFR pathway is a potential drug target with mixed success in treating various diseases, including some cancers and fibrosis.
research Minoxidil is a potential neuroprotective drug for paclitaxel-induced peripheral neuropathy
Minoxidil may protect nerves and improve hair quality during paclitaxel treatment.
research Peer Review #3 of "Computational drug repositioning based on side-effects mined from social media (v0.3)"
Reviewers criticized the study's methods and suggested focusing on drug mechanisms instead of repositioning due to social media data quality concerns.
research Peer Review #2 of "Computational drug repositioning based on side-effects mined from social media (v0.1)"
Reviewers suggested the study on finding new drug uses through social media side-effects needs better methods and clearer limitations.
research Peer Review #3 of "Computational drug repositioning based on side-effects mined from social media (v0.2)"
The study improved and was accepted despite initial concerns about data clarity, methodology, and potential overfitting.
research Peer Review #2 of "Computational drug repositioning based on side-effects mined from social media (v0.2)"
The peer review highlighted the need for clearer data handling, questioned the study's validity, and recognized improvements from the original version.
research Peer Review #1 of "Computational drug repositioning based on side-effects mined from social media (v0.1)"
Reviewers criticized the study for its assumptions, social media data collection issues, and lack of comparison to existing methods.
research AnnoPharma: Detection of substances responsible of ADR by annotating and extracting information from MEDLINE abstracts
AnnoPharma effectively identifies substances causing adverse drug reactions in medical abstracts.
research The Identification of multi-target Inhibitors of Wolbachia pipientis and Onchocerca volvulus by molecular simulations
Adapalene, Diosmin, and Azelastine could be repurposed to treat onchocerciasis.
research Nanoemulgel for Efficient Topical Delivery of Finasteride Against Androgenic Alopecia
Nanoemulgel improves hair growth and quality using finasteride without irritation.
research Recent discoveries and developments of androgen receptor based therapy for prostate cancer
New treatments for prostate cancer are less toxic and show promise, but more research is needed to enhance their effectiveness and reduce side effects.
research Anticancer drugs in surface waters
Anticancer drugs are increasingly found in surface waters, and their long-term environmental effects are not well understood, requiring better testing methods.
research Sex differences in COVID-19: the role of androgens in disease severity and progression
Male hormones like testosterone may make COVID-19 worse, and testing for sensitivity to these hormones could help predict how severe a patient's symptoms might be. Treatments that reduce these hormones are being explored.
research Novel micelle formulations to increase cutaneous bioavailability of azole antifungals
New micelle solutions greatly improve skin delivery of certain antifungal drugs.
research Comparison of viral RNA–host protein interactomes across pathogenic RNA viruses informs rapid antiviral drug discovery for SARS-CoV-2
Cepharanthine and Trifluoperazine are effective against SARS-CoV-2.
research Cannabinoids: Current and Future Options to Treat Chronic and Chemotherapy-Induced Neuropathic Pain
Cannabinoids may help treat chronic and chemotherapy-induced neuropathic pain, but more research is needed to confirm their effectiveness and safety.
research Drug Repurposing - Hypothesis, Molecular Aspects and Therapeutic Applications
Drug repurposing is a cost-effective way to find new uses for existing drugs, speeding up treatment development.
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 The human gut chemical landscape predicts microbe-mediated biotransformation of foods and drugs
The study developed a tool to predict how gut microbes process foods and drugs, showing that similar compounds often share metabolic pathways and effects.
research How drug repurposing can advance drug discovery: challenges and opportunities
Drug repurposing is a faster, cheaper way to develop new treatments using existing drugs.
research Cross-species sensitivity to a novel androgen receptor agonist of potential environmental concern, spironolactone
Spironolactone harms fish reproduction and is more potent in fish than invertebrates, needing environmental monitoring.
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 Targeting host cell proteases as a potential treatment strategy to limit the spread of SARS‐CoV‐2 in the respiratory tract
Blocking enzymes that help the virus enter cells could be a promising way to treat COVID-19.
research A Systemic Review on Topical Marketed Formulations, Natural Products, and Oral Supplements to Prevent Androgenic Alopecia: A Review
Various treatments, including FDA-approved drugs, natural products, and oral supplements, can help with hair loss, but a patient's medical history and potential allergies should be considered when choosing a treatment.