Drug Repurposing in Oncology: A Strategic Pathway to Unlocking New Therapeutic Potential. (PubMed, Ther Innov Regul Sci)
Notable medications include RANKL inhibitors, which boost immune cell responses; TGF-β inhibitors, which improve T cell infiltration; and metformin, which activates cytotoxic T lymphocytes...On the other hand, aspirin may enhance immune checkpoint inhibitors by blocking the immunological milieu that tumors produce...Future developments in personalized medicine and artificial intelligence may increase the efficacy of drug repurposing in cancer treatment. To fully realize the potential of repurposed medications in enhancing the results for cancer patients, interdisciplinary cooperation between the academic community, business leaders, and regulatory bodies will be required.