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Diana Laura Guzman-Gomez1, Srinivasa Reddy Telukutla1, Ruchika Ojha2
1Accelerator for Translational Research in Clinical Trials (ATRACT) Centre, School of Health and Biomedical Sciences, STEM College, RMIT University, Melbourne, VIC 3083, Australia.
Molecules (Basel, Switzerland)
|February 13, 2026
Summary
Auranofin, an arthritis drug, shows potential as an anticancer agent by synergizing with various cancer treatments. It combats drug resistance and enhances precision medicine approaches.
Area of Science:
- Oncology
- Pharmacology
- Drug Discovery
Background:
- Auranofin, a gold(I)-based compound, was initially developed for rheumatoid arthritis.
- It exhibits a multimodal mechanism of action with anticancer properties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the therapeutic potential of auranofin in oncology.
- To focus on its synergistic capabilities with existing and novel cancer treatments.
Main Methods:
- Examination of preclinical and clinical data.
- Analysis of auranofin's pharmacological properties, including thioredoxin reductase inhibition, ROS induction, and apoptosis modulation.
- Review of evidence on its synergy with chemotherapy, immunotherapy, and targeted therapies.
Main Results:
- Auranofin demonstrates potential in overcoming drug resistance.
- It shows promise as an adjuvant in precision medicine.
- Evidence supports its synergistic effects with various cancer therapies.
Conclusions:
- Auranofin is a versatile agent for contemporary cancer treatment paradigms.
- Repositioning auranofin offers new avenues for gold-based therapeutics in oncology.
- Further research is needed to address challenges and explore future directions.
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