Two FDA-Approved Cancer Drugs Show Promise in Reversing Alzheimer's Effects
TL;DR
Researchers have discovered that two FDA-approved cancer drugs, letrozole and irinotecan, can reduce tau protein clumps and improve cognitive functions in mice, offering a promising new approach for Alzheimer's treatment through drug repurposing. Further studies are needed to confirm their effectiveness in humans.
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