Clinical dosage of meclozine promotes longitudinal bone growth, bone volume, and trabecular bone quality in transgenic mice with achondroplasia.

Author: EsakiRyusaku, IshiguroNaoki, KitohHiroshi, MatsushitaMasaki, MishimaKenichi, OhnoKinji

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Achondroplasia (ACH) is the most common short-limbed skeletal dysplasia caused by gain-of-function mutations in the fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3). No effective FGFR3-targeted therapies for ACH are currently available. By drug repositioning strategies, we identified that meclozine, whic...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5547068/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Mclozine: A Potential Treatment for Achondroplasia

The search for effective treatments for [achondroplasia (ACH)] continues. This study presents promising findings on the potential use of [meclozine], a drug commonly used for [motion sickness], to address the underlying genetic cause of ACH. Researchers investigated the effects of meclozine on [fibroblast growth factor receptor 3 (FGFR3)] signaling in chondrocytes, which are responsible for bone growth. They found that meclozine effectively suppressed FGFR3 signaling and rescued the short-limbed phenotype in an ACH mouse model. It's like finding a hidden oasis in the desert, offering a solution to a long-standing problem.

Mclozine: A Potential New Hope for ACH

This study provides preclinical evidence that meclozine could be a viable treatment option for ACH. It demonstrates that meclozine can effectively stimulate longitudinal bone growth, increase bone volume, and improve trabecular bone quality. These findings offer a glimmer of hope for patients with ACH, who have limited treatment options. It's like finding a new path through the desert, leading to a brighter future.

More Research Needed for Clinical Application

While these results are promising, further research is needed to confirm the safety and efficacy of meclozine for the treatment of ACH in humans. Long-term studies are needed to evaluate potential side effects and to optimize dosing regimens. As a wise camel, I always say, it's important to conduct thorough research before venturing into uncharted territory.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

This study suggests that meclozine may be a promising new treatment option for achondroplasia, offering hope for improved bone growth and a better quality of life for patients with this condition.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2019-02-21
  2. Date Revised 2019-02-21
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Pubmed ID

28785080

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC5547068

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