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Prospects for controlled-delivery systems.

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  • 1Department of Pharmaceutics, Albany College of Pharmacy, NY.

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Americans expect medical breakthroughs, driving demand for new cures. While advanced drug technologies are emerging, managing costs and patient adherence remains crucial for pharmacists.

Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology and Health Economics
  • Biotechnology and Pharmaceutical Development

Background:

  • Public expectation for cures for diseases like AIDS, Alzheimer's, and cancer is high.
  • Advancements in drug delivery systems (CDS) and biotechnology are enabling new treatments.
  • Concerns exist regarding the high cost and profitability associated with pharmaceutical innovation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore the impact of emerging drug technologies on public expectations and healthcare costs.
  • To analyze the role of pharmacists in managing complex medication regimens.
  • To address the communication gap between the pharmaceutical industry and the public regarding drug development costs.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of public and researcher expectations regarding medical progress.

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  • Review of the role of drug delivery systems (CDS) and biotechnology in pharmaceutical development.
  • Examination of cost-benefit perceptions in the context of new drug discovery.

    • Main Results:

    • CDS technologies and biotechnology drugs are making advanced cures more attainable.
    • Patient compliance is expected to increase with the use of CDS due to less frequent administration.
    • Dispensing frequency of medications may decline as complexity increases.

    Conclusions:

    • Pharmacists can enhance their role by focusing on patient medication management as drug complexity grows.
    • Effective communication is needed to bridge the gap between the public's perception of drug costs and the high technology involved.
    • The increasing sophistication of pharmaceuticals necessitates evolving pharmacy practice models.