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Breakthrough: Cough Suppressant Offers Hope for Lung Fibrosis

1/1/2025

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Dr. Muzamil Majid Khan from Kashmir has made a groundbreaking discovery: dextromethorphan, a widely used cough suppressant, could be a game-changer in treating lung fibrosis, a currently incurable disease. His research, featured in Science Translational Medicine, reveals that this drug can curb harmful collagen buildup, paving the way for Phase II clinical trials and igniting hope for millions worldwide.

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Story summary

Dr. Muzamil Majid Khan from Kashmir has made a groundbreaking discovery: dextromethorphan, a widely used cough suppressant, could be a game-changer in treating lung fibrosis, a currently incurable disease. His research, featured in Science Translational Medicine, reveals that this drug can curb harmful collagen buildup, paving the way for Phase II clinical trials and igniting hope for millions worldwide.