International Journal of Drug Formulation, Development & Research

Authors:-Shalini Tiwari, Mansi Sirohi

Abstract:-Drug repurposing, also known as drug repositioning or reprofiling, has emerged as a promising strategy in drug discovery and development. This approach involves identifying new therapeutic applications for existing drugs, compounds, or agents that have already undergone clinical testing for other indications. Drug repurposing offers several advantages, including reduced development costs, shortened timelines, and the potential to address unmet medical needs. This paper provides an overview of the concept of drug repurposing, explores various methods employed in identifying repurposable candidates, and highlights successful examples of drugs that have been repurposed for different medical conditions. Additionally, we discuss the challenges and opportunities associated with drug repurposing, emphasizing its potential to revolutionize the field of medicine.

Keywords:-Drug Repurposing, Drug Discovery, Therapeutic Avenues, Computational Approaches, High-Throughput Screening, Systematic Literature Reviews, Intellectual Property, Regulatory Challenges, Combination Therapies, Advanced Technologies, Personalized Medicine, Patient-Centric Approaches.