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Enhancing the drug’s skin permeability could make treatments more efficient, reduce application frequency, and possibly lower side effects related to overuse.

It is currently used to help patients with side effects from chemotherapy.

The drug, chemically related to vitamin B9, was typically used to ward off side effects of chemotherapy.

Medical products that haven’t yet been approved might or might not be effective in treating a condition, and could cause unexpected and serious side effects, an FDA representative said.

The researcher argues that natural and accessible treatments should gain ground in the fight against obesity, especially as alternatives to expensive medications that often have side effects.