Sirolimus, also known as rapamycin and sold under the brand name Rapamune among others, is a macrolide compound that is used to coat coronary stents, prevent organ transplant rejection, …

The mammalian target of rapamycin (mTOR) signaling pathway is a master regulator of cell growth and metabolism. Deregulation of the mTOR pathway has been implicated in a number …

Rapamycin, drug characterized primarily by its ability to suppress the immune system, which led to its use in the prevention of transplant rejection. Rapamycin is produced by the soil …

Aug 29, 2024 · Rapamycin has been called a potential miracle drug, capable of slowing the effects of aging — everything from greying hair to age-related diseases like Alzheimer’s. And …

Rapamycin and its derivatives (rapalogs) are inhibitors of mTOR, a major regulator of the ageing process. We aimed to summarise the effects of rapamycin and its derivatives on the severity …

Jul 21, 2025 · Investigating rapamycin for health? This article clarifies the compound’s dual role as a subject of longevity science and a regulated prescription medication.

Rapamycin was first noted as a potent antifungal and immunosuppressive agent, and studies of this drug's mechanism of action revealed that rapamycin was a surgically precise inhibitor of a …

If you like the idea of living as long as possible, rapamycin may be the drug for you. Originally developed as an immunosuppressant for organ transplant patients, it has found a new lease …

Jul 19, 2019 · A growing number of men are using a serious drug—used to prevent transplant rejections—as an anti-aging pill. Discover the possible benefits and the risks.

Nov 27, 2024 · Rapamycin, a drug typically used to prevent organ rejection in transplant patients, has gained attention recently for its potential anti-aging properties. Research suggests that …