8 citations
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August 2020 in “PLOS Computational Biology” 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.
December 2025 in “Universities Journal of Phytochemistry and Ayurvedic Heights” Herbal medicines need strict quality control to ensure safety and authenticity.
7 citations
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January 2001 in “PharmacoEconomics” The article concludes that a balance is needed between individual healthcare needs and societal resources when it comes to lifestyle drugs, with a call for compassionate policy application.
The peer review highlighted the need for clearer data handling, questioned the study's validity, and recognized improvements from the original version.
5 citations
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October 2022 in “Journal of Mind and Medical Sciences” Different drugs are linked to specific mental health issues.
8 citations
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February 2022 in “Scientific Reports” Medicinal herbs might treat hair loss by affecting genes and pathways related to lipid and glycerophospholipid metabolism.
39 citations
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December 2018 in “Methods in molecular biology” The document concludes that computational methods using networks and various data can improve the process of finding new uses for existing drugs.
7 citations
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February 2018 in “International Journal of Pharmaceutics” Researchers developed a method to measure drugs in hair follicles and found that both water-loving and fat-loving drugs can be detected after being applied to the skin.
1 citations
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June 2017 in “International Journal of Toxicology” 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.
1 citations
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July 2016 in “International Journal of Research in Ayurveda and Pharmacy” An educational package was created to teach people about lesser-known herbal medicines in India.
11 citations
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September 2022 in “World Journal of Advanced Pharmaceutical and Medical Research” Nicotiana tabacum has potential therapeutic uses but also poses toxic risks.
September 2025 in “Discover Chemistry.” Alpinia calcarata, Alpinia galanga, and Alpinia zerumbet have potential health benefits, including fiber, antimicrobial, antioxidant, and cardiovascular properties.
August 2023 in “Han'gug miyong haghoeji/Journal of the Korean society of cosmetology” More research is needed on natural hair products, especially clinical studies.
January 2018 in “Journal of human virology & retrovirology” Lifestyle drugs are mainly used by wealthy people in India but could spread to others, affecting society and youth.
6 citations
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May 2011 in “Journal of Pharmacy Technology” Old drugs can be used for new treatments, saving time and money, but there are challenges like needing more evidence and legal concerns.
158 citations
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January 2015 in “Artificial Intelligence in Medicine” DrugNet effectively identifies new uses for existing drugs and may save resources in drug development.
9 citations
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April 2024 in “Metabolites” Cannabis has anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties, but more research is needed on its effects on plant and aquatic animal pathogens.
13 citations
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October 2010 in “Pharmacogenomics” Researchers found that most genes affecting drug responses are not fully covered by commercial SNP chips, suggesting the need for more comprehensive tools to optimize drug selection based on genetics.
3 citations
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November 2024 in “Current Research in Microbial Sciences” Echinops echinatus and Tridax procumbens have compounds that fight bacteria.
Different rat and mouse strains respond differently to stress and alcohol, which may help us understand similar human mechanisms.
3 citations
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March 2017 in “International Journal of Ayurvedic Medicine” Bhrungaraj (Eclipta alba) shows potential for drug development based on its traditional uses and pharmacological evidence.
November 2025 in “Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)” Drug repurposing finds new uses for old drugs quickly and cheaply.
November 2022 in “PLANT ARCHIVES” 23 medicinal plants are traditionally used for healing in Ben M'hidi, Algeria.
32 citations
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May 2022 in “Frontiers in Pharmacology” The method effectively predicts new drug uses, including potential COVID-19 treatments.
September 2023 in “Journal of pharmacognosy and phytochemistry” Plumbago zeylanica has valuable medicinal properties but needs sustainable cultivation methods.
1 citations
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June 2023 in “Pharmacognosy Research” Bacopa monnieri, or Brahmi, is a traditional herb that may improve memory and treat various conditions, but more research is needed.
July 2022 in “International journal of KIU” Genetics influence opioid addiction risk, diet affects COVID-19 severity, Aerva lanata may harm kidneys, some plants fight fungi and cancer, and nursing students need better contraceptive knowledge.
2 citations
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November 2020 in “BJCP. British journal of clinical pharmacology/British journal of clinical pharmacology” Redefining drug dosages is crucial when repurposing them for new uses.
December 2024 in “Plant Science Today” Phyla nodiflora contains compounds that may help treat diabetes, alopecia, cancer, and anti-diuresis.
246 citations
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February 2021 in “Trends in Pharmacological Sciences” Drug repurposing offers a faster, cheaper way to find treatments for rare diseases.